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- MMarkPhiladelphia County •4 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoGreat service and good for lunch. Will definitely returnMore infoMelinaPrice: Expensive• Greek• North Bethesda•4.8
- JJoeWashington, D.C. Area •2 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoGreat Experience for a large party. Manager was exceptionally helpful in arranging our get together. Service was exceptional as always and well prepared menu offerings.More infoSeasons 52 - North BethesdaPrice: Expensive• American• North Bethesda•4.7
- MMaggieWashington, D.C. Area •20 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoJulii's is a lovely restaurant with very good service and excellent food. While every table was occupied, conversation was very easy. My daughter had the fried trout and I had the lamb tagine. Both dishes were wonderful. We started with a salad that we shared. I highly recommend this gem of a restaurant.More infoJuliiPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• North Bethesda•4.7
- BBretVIPWashington, D.C. Area •14 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoMy waiter was perfect. Attentive and responsive without ever being intrusive.More infoSummer House - North BethesdaPrice: Moderate• American• North Bethesda•4.6
- SSueWashington, D.C. Area •6 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoWe had a great dinner at The Salt Line. The selection of raw oysters was great. Our party of 5 ordered a variety of dishes. Our favorites were the Parker house rolls, crab dip, baked cod, and hamachi crudo. Overall, everything was delicious, including the drinks. The service was kind and friendly. A special thanks to Ji, our server. Thank you for a very enjoyable evening!More infoThe Salt Line - BethesdaPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Bethesda•4.5
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Kensington is a peaceful refuge on the outskirts of D.C. with beautiful Victorian architecture, a weekly farmer's market, and a fun shopping scene. When it's time to stop exploring and to eat, you’ll never lack for tasty sustenance. The dining options range from fast and casual to upscale experiences, and every palate is accounted for. There is a variety of international food, including flavorful Mediterranean, Asian fusion, and Cajun. For upscale dining, locals head to chic French bistros and trendy Japanese restaurants. When you're in need of some comfort food, go to one of the area's cozy, farm-to-table restaurants. Kensington is also a haven for dessert-lovers as it has artisanal bakeries sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
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The most romantic restaurant in Kensington is District Bistro