Best Family Style Restaurants in Kensington

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1. Coopers Mill at Bethesda

4.0

Excellent(136)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bethesda

Booked 5 times today

Fuel up at Cooper's Mill for a great day of sightseeing or exploring Bethesda, Marriott. Also, join us during the evening to enjoy fresh dishes with a broad selection of fine wines to sip and savor.

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2. Maggiano's - Chevy Chase

4.5

Awesome(2778)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Friendship Heights

Booked 29 times today

Join us for lunch or dinner at Maggiano's Chevy Chase and savor the rich flavors of Italian-American dishes inspired by Nonna’s traditional recipes. Our location offers a city atmosphere in the heart of DC. Chevy Chase is a well-known suburb-in-the-city with a strong community connection that offers a great atmosphere. Visit us at 5333 Wisconsin Ave. NW and book your reservation today!

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3. Chercher Ethiopian Cuisine

4.8

Exceptional(118)

Price: Moderate

• Ethiopian • Bethesda

Booked 4 times today

Chercher Ethiopian Cuisine is one of the best Ethiopian restaurants in the heart of Washington DC offering a fun-filled, casual dining experience! Cherecher strives to always serve you fresh and affordable Ethiopian cuisine. This is what our customers say about us.

4. dLeña

4.7

Exceptional(1950)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 67 times today

Welcome to dLeña, a Wood-Fire Mexican Cocina & Mezcaleria by Chef Richard Sandoval.dLeña is derived from the Spanish word “leña,” meaning firewood. The restaurant is centered around it’s wood-burning grill - a nod to the rustic open-fire cooking techniques of Mexico’s past. The menu transports diners to Mexico through a multi-sensory experience in every bite of the signature smoked entrées, fresh ceviches, and unique sharing plates. The expansive bar features hand-crafted margaritas, Latin cocktails, cervezas and vino. CHEF'S TABLE EXPERIENCE:Book an exclusive dining experience at our chef’s table tucked behind the main bar facing into the open kitchen. Chef will prepare eight courses for 160.00 per guest, with an optional beverage pairing for 75.00 per guest. Please visit our Chef's Table OpenTable page to book:https://www.opentable.com/r/dlena-chef-table-washington

5. Succotash PRIME

4.6

Exceptional(3847)

Price: Moderate

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 126 times today

Succotash PRIME is a progressive perspective of classic Southern favorites. James Beard Award winner Edward Lee brings his Korean roots and Southern repertoire to a soulful Southern Steakhouse menu.SUCCOTASH is named after the classic dish that has been a longstanding staple of the Southern table. While many know “Succotash” when they see it, the dish has been interpreted, modified, and passed from generation to generation for centuries. Our “Succotash” is special to us and we invite you to experience the South from our point of view.

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6. Rumi's Kitchen - DC

4.8

Exceptional(2380)

Price: Expensive

• Persian • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 84 times today

Rumi's Kitchen first opened more than a decade ago in Atlanta, the result of years of development by Chef / Owner Ali Mesghali. Showcasing the flavors of Iran -- fresh herbs, kabobs cooked over an open-fire grill -- quickly won loyal guests at the original location in Sandy Springs, GA and set us on pace to open our first restaurant outside of Georgia in 2020. Rumi was a 13th-century Persian poet whose words and life teach us how to find inner peace, happiness and love. We invite you to Rumi’s Kitchen where fresh, healthy food and attentive Persian hospitality await you.

7. Iron Gate

4.6

Exceptional(2984)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Dupont Circle

Booked 16 times today

Iron Gate, located near Dupont Circle, stands as one of the district’s oldest continuously operating restaurants and is split between a sumptuous dining room, a wisteria covered patio and a handsomely enclosed carriageway that houses the bar.Chef Anthony Chittum, a native of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, and his team have revitalized the space with a menu that takes inspiration for the cuisines of Greece, Sicily, Sardinian and Southern Italy, interpreting those traditions and techniques using the finest products and seasonal ingredients of the Mid-Atlantic.Iron Gate also serves as an idyllic oasis for fine private events both large and small, so please consider us when planning your next fête, we'd love to have you as our guests.

8. The Pembroke

4.5

Awesome(1917)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Dupont Circle

Booked 66 times today

Situated in the bustling heart of Dupont Circle is The Pembroke, a sophisticated dining destination. Featuring contemporary American fare with global influences, The Washington Post’s food critic Tom Sietsema described the experience as “cut from a different cloth." The Pembroke’s stunning design by Martin Brudnizki features plush velvet coral-toned banquettes around glossy marble tables, cream-paneled walls with playful artwork, and boasts panoramic views of the neighborhood, while a seasonal terrace offers al fresco dining from spring to fall. The marble-topped bar is a bright and airy nod to cocktail bars of the 1950s and features classic drinks with a twist and a selection of fine wines. Reserve your table today to see how “The Pembroke makes Dupont Circle a destination again.”

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9. Bourbon Steak - Four Seasons Washington DC

4.8

Exceptional(3853)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Georgetown

Booked 63 times today

Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC invites you to discover a distinctive fine dining steakhouse in the heart of Georgetown featuring lunch and dinner menus.

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10. The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C

4.5

Awesome(3738)

Price: Expensive

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 161 times today

The Smith is a casual American brasserie with a simple mission — make people happy! We care about every meal and every moment. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. Walk in the door and you’re in for a great time. Whether it’s date night, drinks on the town, a big birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night, we’ve got you covered.

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Wonwoo
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Most delicious cuisine, but some tough meat. Recommend fried cuisine with Succotash ale.
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Succotash PRIMEPrice: Moderate• American• Penn Quarter
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4.6
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Rochellevip
Washington, D.C. Area •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great dining experience as always. Excellent food, service, and vibes. Will continue to recommend this restaurant to others.
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dLeñaPrice: Expensive• Latin American• Mount Vernon Square
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4.7
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Leslie
Washington, D.C. Area •76 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 Oct 2024
Best Ethiopian food I've found in a long time. Better than places in Silver Spring.
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Chercher Ethiopian CuisinePrice: Moderate• Ethiopian• Bethesda
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4.8
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Courtneyvip
New Orleans / Louisiana •23 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 Oct 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed our leisurely lunch and appreciated the quiet atmosphere! The service was excellent and the food quite delicious!
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Maggiano's - Chevy ChasePrice: Moderate• Italian• Friendship Heights
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4.5
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Michael
South Carolina •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 Sept 2024
Well prepared and presented vegan offerings. Beers on tap and NA beers also.
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Coopers Mill at BethesdaPrice: Moderate• American• Bethesda
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36 restaurants available nearby

1. Coopers Mill at Bethesda

2. Maggiano's - Chevy Chase

3. Chercher Ethiopian Cuisine

4. dLeña

5. Succotash PRIME

6. Rumi's Kitchen - DC

7. Iron Gate

8. The Pembroke

9. Bourbon Steak - Four Seasons Washington DC

10. The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C

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