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Interior dining room of Spanish Diner - Spanish Diner - Bethesda, Bethesda, MD

Spanish Diner - Bethesda

4.3
4.3
3890 Reviews
$30 and under
Spanish

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for brunch
An Iberian take on the classic American all-day restaurant, Spanish Diner features larger portions of Spanish favorites from the mind of award-winning chef José Andrés. Dishes like gambas al ajillo, croquetas de pollo, gazpacho, and patatas bravas are all on the menu, along with a focus on regional specialties like fabada asturiana and cocido madrileño. Egg dishes are a specialty with classics like the iconic tortilla española, huevos estrellados, and huevos revueltos. The menu at Spanish Diner is quintessentially Spanish, but you’ll be hard-pressed to find these dishes at any restaurant in Spain as these are the recipes that are found at home, shared around the kitchen table with family and friends, generation after generation.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Home cooking, Southern Spain
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (301) 284-3700
  • Website
    http://www.spanishdiner.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Miguel Arias
  • Catering
    Spanish Diner offers a selection of “Fiesta Menus” perfect for feeding groups of any size. From paella feasts to party platters and full size Basque cheesecakes, Spanish Diner is your go-to for a Spanish-style celebration!
  • Private party facilities
    Spanish Diner offers special menus and private party spaces of any size and style to suit the needs of you and your guests. For larger events of 100-200 people, we even offer full or partial buy-out of the restaurant. Plan your next event with help from our expert team.
  • Location
    7271 Woodmont Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814
  • Area
    Bethesda
  • Cross Street
    Elm Street
  • Parking details
    There is street metered parking available and we are within walking distance from a public metered lot.
  • Public transit
    Bethesda Metro Stop, red line
  • Entertainment
    Jaleo Hour Sunday - Friday: 4:30 - 7 PM Saturday: 10:00PM - midnight Available at the bar only
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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What 3,890 people are saying

Spanish Diner - Bethesda reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Spanish Diner in Bethesda offers a vibrant atmosphere with "excellent service" and "authentic Spanish dishes." While some patrons rave about the "best flan ever" and tapas, others note room for improvement in portions and dish consistency. The menu showcases diverse flavors, making it a "great choice for brunch" or a casual meal.

3,888 Reviews

  1. Pamela VIP

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We will miss you a lot - loved Spanish Diner so much.

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  2. Pavlovita VIP

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Super sad that this place us closing. Came this week and learned this was the last week! I want to say thank you for their wonderful staff and food. They will be missed

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  3. Shang

    Washington DC11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food and staff! Always a great meal at any Jose Andres restaurants!

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  4. Amy

    Washington DC20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Been a favorite for years. Not quite the same as it's older sibling, Jaleo, but it hits the spot for some amazing sangria, tapas, and other Spanish food.

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  5. Glad VIP

    Washington DC36 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 30 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Our entrees were just okay. The ropes viejas was dry, my patatas gravas, flan and my friend’s cheesecake was delicious! We might try lunch to see if it’s better.

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  6. CP14

    Baltimore3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I’ve been a fan of Jose Andres since he opened Jaleo on 7th Street NW in 1993, so I was especially disappointed by my meal at Spanish Diner. The restaurant was not particularly crowded but the waitperson kept urging us to order. We weren’t in a hurry, but she was. We ordered paella. It was a 45 minute wait, which presumably meant that it was cooked to order. Alas, it was mediocre at best. It seems that others were clued in to the decline in quality since Spanish Diner was half empty on a Saturday night.

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  7. Maggie

    Washington DC22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spanish Diner is one of the nicest restaurants in the area. The interior decor is fun and happy, the menu is expansive and innovative, and the food is amazing. I took my daughter, her husband and 15 year old granddaughter there for an early Saturday night dinner. We ordered 6 appetizers, two main courses and 4 desserts , all to share. We loved everything. I ordered the regular Margarita and it was one of the best I have ever had. Our waitstaff was lovely and frequently checked on us. Dinner guests are dressed casually but nice. It was a lovely evening and my 15 year old granddaughter declared that she loves trying new restaurants.

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  8. Kelly VIP

    Washington DC30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently awesome food. I have to order the gazpacho each time because it is the best I’ve ever had. Delicious zero proof cocktail options. Service was excellent and friendly.

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  9. Tim

    Washington DC35 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 6 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We are exploring Spanish cuisine and this was a great place to do so. The food is good, homemade Spanish food and the wait staff is knowledgeable and friendly.

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  10. Glen

    Washington DC6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 5 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    Because the heat was not working. Our whole experience was uncomfortably cold. The small space heaters were insufficient to do any good. People were actually wearing coats and hats in the restaurant. Had I known it would be so cold I would not have made a reservation there.

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FAQs

Spanish Diner - Bethesda offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (301) 284-3700.

Spanish Diner - Bethesda is rated 4.3 stars by 3890 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

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Google Map for Spanish Diner - Bethesda

7271 Woodmont Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Elm Street
  • Area
    Bethesda
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Home cooking, Southern Spain
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is street metered parking available and we are within walking distance from a public metered lot.
  • Public transit
    Bethesda Metro Stop, red line
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Miguel Arias
  • Entertainment
    Jaleo Hour Sunday - Friday: 4:30 - 7 PM Saturday: 10:00PM - midnight Available at the bar only
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    http://www.spanishdiner.com/
  • Phone number
    (301) 284-3700
  • Catering
    Spanish Diner offers a selection of “Fiesta Menus” perfect for feeding groups of any size. From paella feasts to party platters and full size Basque cheesecakes, Spanish Diner is your go-to for a Spanish-style celebration!
  • Private party facilities
    Spanish Diner offers special menus and private party spaces of any size and style to suit the needs of you and your guests. For larger events of 100-200 people, we even offer full or partial buy-out of the restaurant. Plan your next event with help from our expert team.

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