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Melina, North Bethesda, MD

Melina

4.8
4.8
1497 Reviews
$31 to $50
Greek

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2 people
19:00
Booked 36 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
The name Melina is rooted in Greek origin and derives from the Greek word for "honey". "Mel" can be derived from the name Melissa meaning "honey-bee". The restaurant is named after the daughter of Co-Founder Chef Dimitri Moshovitis. “Melina” will honor the strength of the matriarchy in the Greek family. It will lean vegetable-forward with modernized Greek classics from the sea and grilled meats. Greek cuisine is all about freshness and quality of ingredients and that will be on display in a fine casual setting.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Greek, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri 2:30 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Area
    North Bethesda
  • Cross Street
    Trade Street + Rose Avenue
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    North Bethesda Metro
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

What 1,497 people are saying

Melina reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Greek

  • Maryland - DC Suburbs

    Best Service

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Melina delights with "always delicious and unique food" and boasts "fantastic service." The ambiance is "beautiful" and perfect for special occasions. The short rib is a "must-get," complemented by creative dishes like spinach pie croquettes. Though sometimes noisy, diners cherish the "exceptional" dining experience and "wonderful" staff.
1,497 Reviews
  1. Dawn VIP

    Washington DC5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a party of 7. We loved every minute of our dining experience. Very attentive and everything was delicious. Perfect portions. Thank you!

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  2. Sally

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The waitstaff was outstanding in explanation of the menu options, attentiveness and in anticipating our requests. The menu offered a range of fun and different options. Will definitely use them for special occasions.

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  3. Julie

    Washington DC6 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Disappointing for a Jose Andres restaurant. The octopus was great. The rest of the food was - eh. Mushroom flatbread was heavy bread with little flavor. The cheese pie was better. The lamb kebab was all salt.

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  4. Philip VIP

    Washington DC7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was the third time we have visited this restaurant, and the food and service were great - a very innovative take on classic Greek cuisine made with the finest ingredients. It is rather expensive, but well worth it.

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  5. Mia

    Cincinnati1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Some of the best food I have ever had. Great cocktails and service!

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  6. Krista VIP

    Greater Boston20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always delicious and unique food… great service, Beauitful restaurant… one of our favorites!

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  7. Danielle VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible experience and fantastic service. The food was amazing and the short rib is a must-get. Roasted Carrots, Crispy Potatoes, Spinach Salad were all stand out too. Restaurant had great vibes and is perfect for a group meal. Will absolutely be returning and dreaming of the short rib until we're back.

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  8. Nicolas VIP

    Washington DC13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was very very good. Fresh ingredients and a lot of good flavors. Very beautiful decorated restaurant, the only thing you can say , it is a little noisy. Will come back

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  9. Florence

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful dinner at Melina! A great place to share a meal with friends and family. Food was delicious!

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  10. JuliaH

    Washington DC25 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyable lunch with excellent wait staff. I had the lamb burger which was good (although a bit too laden with sauce which overpowered the lamb)and my colleague had a salad. We also enjoyed a cocktail.

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Melina is rated 4.8 stars by 1497 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 36 times today
Google Map for Melina

909 Rose Ave, North Bethesda, MD 20852

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Trade Street + Rose Avenue
  • Area
    North Bethesda
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri 2:30 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Greek, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    North Bethesda Metro
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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