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Medium Rare - Bethesda, Bethesda, MD

Medium Rare - Bethesda

4.6
4.6
1496 Reviews
$30 and under
Steakhouse

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2 people
19:00
Booked 75 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
A Diner's Choice Award winner for the last 12 years! Legendary Medium Rare offers a unique, $28.95prix fixe dinning experience of artisan bread; a mixed green salad; prime, dry-aged steak; and hand-cut fries (Vegetarian option always available) in a relaxed, fun, environment. Please allow us 15 minutes to seat you after your full party has arrived and after checkin at our host stand. As we do only one thing, we do our best to make the food and experience exceptional and also a good value. We also serve brunch on Saturday and Sunday's with a great prix fixe including French Toast, Steak and Eggs, Eggs Benedict and bottomless Bloody Marys, Mimosas and Screwdrivers. WALK INS and CALL AHEAD seating are always welcomed.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 2:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 2:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (301) 215-8379
  • Website
    http://www.mediumrarerestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    4904 Fairmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
  • Area
    Bethesda
  • Parking details
    Public lot at 7730 Woodmont Ave -- walk out the back exit to Fairmont Ave and restaurant is on the right. Also, street parking.
  • Public transit
    Bethesda Metro Red Line
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Menu

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What 1,496 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Medium Rare - Bethesda offers a lively dining experience with "great food" and "always great service." Known for its simple yet "delicious" fixed menu of steak frites, the restaurant delights with bottomless drinks during brunch and impeccable staff attention. While occasionally noisy, the "warm, crusty bread" and "succulent steak" ensure a memorable visit.
1,496 Reviews

  1. Darrius

    Baltimore1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Set menu, steak is well seasoned. The secret sauce is great.

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  2. No name

    Washington DC5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service, hostesses are very kind-Friendly Food is always great Will show up for more

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  3. Leon VIP

    Washington DC6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Great food but portions are smaller than they used to be. We were also seated right next to the bathroom which was a a bit off putting despite having a reservation.

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  4. StevenA

    Washington DC5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food at this place is always simple and great. Vibe and energy is one of pure joy. Team is always smiling and makes you feel like you own the place. Even when busy food comes out hot and timely. Great restaurant!

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  5. Elliot

    Wilmington4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You always get a tasty meal at Medium Rare. It’s the secret sauce that makes it special.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    They’ve got one menu and they knock it out of the park! And when you finish, they bring you more!

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  7. Emmy VIP

    Washington DC20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! We’ve only gone to the one in Cleveland Park, and this location did not disappoint. Perfect for a date night!

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  8. Tomás

    Washington DC1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We tried the portobello mushrooms for the first time and it was alright. The sauce on top of the mushrooms was the best part. Every other aspect of the visit was the same as usual.

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  9. Lesli VIP

    Washington DC5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We had to send back cold food, which was again served cold. Our first negative experience.

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  10. ShannonB VIP

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great service and food! We eat here often.

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FAQs

Medium Rare - Bethesda does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Medium Rare - Bethesda also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (301) 215-8379.

Medium Rare - Bethesda is rated 4.6 stars by 1496 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 75 times today
Google Map for Medium Rare - Bethesda

4904 Fairmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814

Additional information

  • Area
    Bethesda
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 2:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 2:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public lot at 7730 Woodmont Ave -- walk out the back exit to Fairmont Ave and restaurant is on the right. Also, street parking.
  • Public transit
    Bethesda Metro Red Line
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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