Cheap Places to Eat in Bethesda

"Le Diplomate is a bustling brasserie in Washington, D.C.’s resurgent 14th Street corridor that serves classic French fare and drinks in a convivial atmosphere. The charming diner pays homage French café culture and harnesses the artful spirit of a Parisian brasserie with a beautiful zinc bar, tiled floors and outdoor sidewalk seating where guests can savor a variety of Gallic classics such as steak frites and escargots, onion soup gratinée, cassoulet, and bouillabaisse. Freshly baked bread and pastries are served warm from the oven every day, and the delicious cuisine is accompanied by a thoughtfully curated wine list and specialty cocktail program."

"For a taste of France right here in Washington, D.C., head to this bistro which offers an incredible comfort food menu for brunch, aprés midi and dinner. Brunch options include breakfast favorites like steak and eggs and spinach omelet and entrée choices include lamb sandwich and trout amandine. Dinner offers succulent hors d'oeuvres, tasty entrees and a full wine and dessert menu."

"The smokey mirrored walls, gorgeous tile floor, dark wood features, and a loud, bustling atmosphere greet you upon arrival to Le Diplomate. Creating a true Parisian Bistro in the heart of DC is not an easy task, but Le Diplomate has succeeded. Each dish is an extravagant homage to the very best of French cuisine, while the ambiance is suitably energetic and buzzy."

"A cultural landmark in the heart of Washington, the award winning Ben’s Chilli Bowl has served a string of famous visitors including Duke Ellington, Miles Davis, Ella Fitzgerald, Nat King Cole, Redd Foxx, Martin Luther King Jr. and Bill Cosby. President Barack Obama also dined here days before his inauguration. Established in 1958, this casual venue has a rich history and is located in the U Street corridor, once known as ‘Black Broadway’, home to a rich selection of historical and cultural landmarks including The Howard Theatre and the African American Civil War Memorial & Museum."

"If you want to dive right into the DC food scene, then Ben’s Chili Bowl should be your first stop. This casual dining restaurant is a quintessential part of the DC experience. Ben’s was opened more than 62 years ago by Virginia Ali, a woman with a dream and a plan."

"Off the beaten path of busy King St., located near the Braddock Metro Station, Lena’s recently surprised summer patrons with two new, unique outdoor dining alternatives. A neighborhood favorite, with delicious pizza and pasta options, Lena's is now home to The Oasis and The Beer Garden. The Oasis pulls in resort-style vibes with cabana drapes and a misting system to keep everyone cool and relaxed in the beautiful space that was once a parking lot while the Beer Garden is located on their previous patio offering local favorites like Port City beer to thirsty visitors."

"Reservations are now being accepted for The Loft at Lena's - Oceans 21, Lena's Oasis and Lena's Bar & Tap Room. *All reservations will only be held for 15 minutes past reservation time & the party must be 100% present to be seated. *If the experience area is not available, this indicates we are..."

"La Madeleine Country French Cafe (5861 Crossroads Center Way)"

"Where is it written that breakfast must be sweet, or even that oatmeal requires doctoring with maple and baking spices?. A Baked Joint, owned by the team behind Baked & Wired, provides compelling evidence that steel-cut oats loaded with smoked ham, kale, caramelized onions and pecorino, all topped with a beautifully poached egg, is every bit as satisfying — and filling. Served only till 11 a.m., the hearty $8.75 bowl will easily take you through lunch, whether you’re tromping around the museums or just sitting through interminable meetings at the office."

"Sister shop of Baked & Wired, you will find all the carbs here at A Baked Joint. We love that there are at least ten different ways to order toast on the menu. Quiche, breakfast sandwiches, homemade biscuits, an assortment of pastries, sweet OR savory Oatmeal (steel cut oats, smoked ham, kale, caramelized onions, pecorino, organic poached eggs), and creme brûlée French toast are sure to satisfy your morning hangry monster."

"Baked&Wired's sister café, a Baked Joint, is the perfect study space. I can't choose just one favorite, everything Baked serves up is gold."

"The female-owned award-winning bakery single-handedly made vanilla birthday cake with rainbow funfetti sprinkles an acceptable treat 365 days a year. Christina Tosi is the mastermind behind the delightful treats. If your lover isn’t so big on Valentine’s Day maybe you can make them chuckle by celebrating an entirely different holiday-day – even if it’s not either"

"A photo posted by milk bar (@milkbarstore) on Sep 26, 2016 at 8:30am PDT. This place has super fun and unique cakes like birthday cake, chocolate malt cake, and apple pie cake, among others available by special order. The birthday cake flavor is ideal for a birthday."

"While the Sixth & I Historic Synagogue opened in 1908, it’s historical roots are embedded much deeper in the past. The founding of this tabernacle started all the way back in 1876, with another synagogue, on the corner of 6th and G street NW. Ulysses S. Grant was in attendance at its dedication, making him the first sitting U.S."

"The Larz Anderson House is a Gilded Age mansion located in Washington DC's Dupont Circle neighborhood. The collection consists of European and Asian fine and decorative arts, as well as, historical American artifacts."

"A cultural landmark in the heart of Washington, the award winning Ben’s Chilli Bowl has served a string of famous visitors including Duke Ellington, Miles Davis, Ella Fitzgerald, Nat King Cole, Redd Foxx, Martin Luther King Jr. and Bill Cosby. President Barack Obama also dined here days before his inauguration. Established in 1958, this casual venue has a rich history and is located in the U Street corridor, once known as ‘Black Broadway’, home to a rich selection of historical and cultural landmarks including The Howard Theatre and the African American Civil War Memorial & Museum."

"If you want to dive right into the DC food scene, then Ben’s Chili Bowl should be your first stop. This casual dining restaurant is a quintessential part of the DC experience. Ben’s was opened more than 62 years ago by Virginia Ali, a woman with a dream and a plan."

"Located across the street from the White House, Occidental Grill & Seafood has been serving the famous and the powerful for over 110 years. Patrons over the years are a who’s who of American political and social celebrity, with names like Winston Churchill, Sandra Day O’Connor, Steven Spielberg, and Katie Couric. This is the place to come for culinary classics like grilled filet mignon with glazed baby carrots and pan-roasted yellowfin tuna with black trumpet mushrooms."

"The signature restaurant at the intimate Rosewood Washington, D.C is an elegant dining experience overlooking the quaint C&O Canal. The Italian-inspired American cuisine features inventive dishes such as potato and nettle gnocchi and classic favorites like the Nova Scotia halibut."

"staple since 1906, and has long been a meeting place for the most powerful men and women in the country.[Learn more]"