Suggestions for Family-friendly places near Bethesda

Tara • February 17, 2013Get ready for a long wait. They do a great job at crowd control though. Getting there early in hopes of a shorter wait is useless since this kid friendly restaurant has lots of families waiting early

Ilaria • October 25, 2016Perfect for a quick lunch! Line might be long, but you can order your meal online and grab it when it's ready!

JMo • December 20, 2015I like how you can make your own bowl! Especially for vegans

Julia C. • May 3, 2017Love the banh mi Vietnamese breakfast sandwich! Perfect french baguette with egg and pickled carrots. And of course all the sweet pastries...the daily specials always a treat!!!

MsTwixt M. • December 10, 2014Located in the Herb Cottage, next to Bishop's Garden, this sweet little cafe is full of warmth, students from the Cathedral schools, & yummy waffles. Try savory waffle & the lavender hot chocolate

Rachel C. • June 1, 2014The happy hour prices are a steal - get the sangria pitcher(s) + wings!

Qtey • January 24, 2017Nice atmosphere in the evening, wide range of drinks. Try out their Cheesecake! I had the first date with the love of my life at Silver. Definitely a memorable place.

Behrad Eats • May 9, 2015The Filet Mignon Soltani is where it's at! Excellently prepared skewers of kubideh (ground beef) and barg (filet mignon).

Clifton W. • March 24, 2017The Chicken Tinga Warm Bowl - best flavors on the menu.

Camille W. • March 4, 2015The fajitas are amazing. Great for kids because of the tortilla making machine and the yummy kids menu.

Derek F. • October 21, 2013Family-friendly w/good hearty menu for kids and adults, like grilled steak salad. Toddlers can split kids meal. Waiter brings extra drink, dessert for kids if asked. Validated parking. Great service.

Anna S. • April 9, 2016The pizza is really good! The sauce was delicious, the crust was perfect, and very tasty. Try their homemade soda!

Behrad Eats • June 9, 2014This place is truly a hidden gem! You must go for their namesake dish, the signature fish taco: fried local fish, cabbage + signature sauce served with rice & beans.

Armands K. • June 9, 2020Perfect guacamole & Steak tacos!

Erik B. • March 4, 2015A family place, so expect noisy kids

Derek F. • August 2, 2013Nice Italian w/gourmet kids menu. Many good choices for adults. Bacon Bar specials on Wed./Thurs. nights, incl. chilled tomato soup w/bacon, fried tomato sliders w/ bacon. Eat al fresco in the summer.

Erin S. • June 4, 2022Splash pad, hoops, great climbing structures, baseball diamond, good for kids of all ages. A plus playground

Jana • August 27, 2018Delicious coffee. I also loved the avo sandwich.

A 💫 • October 1, 2017Amazing and kids friendly. Nice for babies as well.

John S. • April 23, 2016One of my wife's favorite cupcake spots. Slightly less busy than the one in D.C.

Jules • February 26, 2011yummmmmmm! pork sausage with Harissa, eggplant and cabbage on pita. gorgeous.

Eric A. • September 16, 2014Try a Japanese craft beer! Where else would you find them??

Char • April 1410/10 Mexican food. Great chimichangas, awesome kids menu. Don’t forget the margaritas! Will return!

Savannah H. • June 22, 2016The sandwiches are amazing! And I also love the cookies and cream ice cream with rainbow sprinkles. Jetties never disappoints!

Christine M. • April 14, 2013You MUST try the breakfast brioche sandwich. You won't be disappointed. Amazing!

Elise R. • June 27, 2015My order: bowl or tacos with brown rice, barbacoa, tomatoes, corn, cheese, and lettuce.

James C. • September 14, 2011the Coliseum is my fave veggie option. Amazing contrast of salt (fried eggplant slivers, kalamata olives) and sweet (caramelized onions, whole roasted garlic). Yin!

Katherine C. • April 23, 2012Oh my gosh amazing food and drinks, HUGE portions, and really good prices! I loved the sangria and fish tacos, and my husband loved the steak fajitas. Oh and the black beans are the best. Yay!

Ashley B. • June 7, 2015Seafood in unreal here, try the crab cakes and oysters. Apps are the way to go!