Bethesda
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Italian
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Mike Friedman, the chef behind the beloved Red Hen in Bloomingdale, oversees this clubby Roman-inspired dining room—easily the best upscale restaurant in Bethesda. The emerald-green bar sends out ace spritzes and Negronis, and the kitchen excels with the snacky stuff that goes so well with them, whether cheesy risotto fritters, honey-kissed ricotta, or a simple tomato flatbread. The centerpiece of the menu is pasta, and we love the lumache all’amatriciana and squash ravioli. During the day, you’ll find a wild card: a fantastic cheeseburger.
Price
Based on dinner for two, including tax and 20-percent tip:
Moderate: $101 to $200
Locations
4747 Bethesda Ave, Bethesda MD,
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