Brunch might be the greatest of all meals—enjoyed on leisurely weekends with an abundance of sweet and savory choices. So where should you go for brunch in Bethesda?
There are plenty of Brunch options in Bethesda, but, as you know, a great option is more than just a fantastic restaurant. It’s also showing up at the right time, when servers aren’t too hurried and chefs can pay close attention to the doneness of your poached eggs or achieve the perfect crust on your crab cakes benedict.
Our picks for your next Bethesda brunch are below in alphabetical order. (It’s too tough to rank them by preference.) Check out the highlights section to get a feel for the cuisine, or, if you really need to know whether they have your favorite brunch meal—or cocktail—navigate to their menu.
A final note: For consideration, restaurants had to have a Bethesda address, could not be a major chain, and had to feature a dedicated brunch menu, which ruled out a few “breakfast all day, every day” and bakery spots. We’ll save those for future posts!
Our Picks for Brunch in Bethesda
Barrel & Crow
Address: 4867 Cordell Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: (240) 800-3253
Brunch menu highlights: Crab Beignets; Southern Shakshouka with Andouille Sausage; Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes with Applewood Smoked Bacon
Brunch hours: 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday
Busiest brunch time: 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, 12:00 p.m. on Sunday
Best brunch time: 11:00 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday
Black’s Bar & Kitchen
Address: 7750 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: (301) 652-5525
Brunch menu highlights: Unlimited Premium Raw Bar; Smoked Salmon Frittata with Dill Crème Fraiche; Pontchartrain Eggs on House-made English Muffins
Brunch hours: Saturday 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. and Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Busiest brunch time: 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, 1:00 p.m. on Sunday
Best brunch time: 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, 11:00 a.m. on Sunday
Café Deluxe
Address: 4910 Elm St, Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: (301) 656-3131
Brunch menu highlights: Southern Breakfast Sandwich; Croque Madame; Crab Cake and Fried Green Tomatoes Benedict
Brunch hours: Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Busiest brunch time: 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, 12:00 p.m. on Sunday
Best brunch time: 10:00 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday
Chef Tony’s
Address: 4926 St Elmo Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: (301) 654-3737
Rotating Brunch menu highlights: Lump Crab and Artichoke Heart Omelet; Caramel Baguette French Toast; Shrimp and Angel Hair Frittata
Brunch hours: Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Busiest brunch time: 2:00 p.m.
Best brunch time: 11:00 a.m.
Heckman’s Delicatessen & Bar
Address: 4914 Cordell Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: (240) 800-4879
Brunch menu highlights: Breakfast Sandwiches; Grandpa’s Blintzes; Snyder’s Corned Beef Hash with Two Eggs
Brunch hours: Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Busiest brunch time: 1:00 p.m. on Saturday; 12:00 p.m. on Sunday
Best brunch time: 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday
Jaleo
Address: 7271 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: (301) 913-0003
Brunch menu highlights: Smoked Salmon on with Hardboiled Egg; Goat Cheese and Capers; Grilled Hanger Steak with Fried Egg, Potatoes, and Valdeón Cheese Sauce; Sweet-soaked Spanish Toast with Caramelized Bananas and Rum Whipped Cream
Brunch hours: Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Busiest brunch time: 3:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday
Best brunch time: 11:00 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday
Mon Ami Gabi
Address: 7239 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: (301) 654-1234
Brunch menu highlights: Chickpea Cakes, Eggs Benedict with Smoked Salmon; Chicken and Mushroom Crepe with Kale and Brie; Waffle Bananas Foster
Brunch hours: Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Busiest brunch time: 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, 1:00 p.m.. on Sunday
Best brunch time: 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday
PassionFish Bethesda
Address: 7187 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: (301) 358-6116
Brunch menu highlights: Chilled Maine ½ Lobster; Smoked Great Lakes Whitefish Hash; Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese and Spice Pecan Vinaigrette
Brunch hours: 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday
Busiest brunch time: 1:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday
Best brunch time: 11:00 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday
Silver
Address: 7150 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20815
Phone: (301) 652-9780
Brunch menu highlights: Bison Huevos Rancheros; Prosciutto Eggs Benedict; Short Rib Seoul Burger
Brunch hours: Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Busiest brunch time: 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday
Best brunch time: 9:00 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday