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419 Useful, 70 Funny, and 477 Cool
Bethesda, MD
Yelping SinceApril 2008
Things I Lovelaughing, belting out songs with friends, MKE, Riga (Latvia), sunny days, poetry, traveling, spring in DC, wise statements from 4 yr olds, down pillows and comforters, baking, chocolate chip cookies, salmon, guacamole, peaches, palak paneer, tulips daffodils and hyacinths
Find Me Ina windowless office during the week, anywhere else at other times.
My HometownMilwaukee, Wisconsin; honorary homestate is Michigan
My Blog Or WebsiteIsn't Yelp enough?
When I'm Not Yelping...I'm traveling or planning travel.
Why You Should Read My ReviewsMy reviews are very cool and useful to boot.
The Last Great Book I ReadThe Tall Book: A Celebration from Life on High
My Favorite MovieYou Can Count on Me, The Singing Revolution, How the Grinch Stole Xmas
Don't Tell Anyone Else But...I dislike beer. Considering my heritage, this is almost sacreligious.
Most Recent Discoveryalmond milk
My 'hood
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1. Bethesda Bagels
I grew up in Milwaukee, and have not spent all that much time in NY, so I will certainly not claim to be a bagel expert. However, in my humble opinion, Bethesda Bagels are some of the best you'll find in this neck of the woods. Personally, I like…More »
2. Dr Donna M Glenn & Associates
I'm one of those poor souls who's had glasses (and, later, contacts) since 3rd grade. I've seen a variety of optometrists and opthomalogists (how in the world does one spell that?!), and have been pretty happy with most of them.
However, I have…More »
3. Golden Needle Tailoring
Yes, I'm a yuppie....I spend too much money on eating out and overpriced coffee, and willingly pay money for services that maybe I should be able to do on my own. Yep, I've sent my laundry out a few times. And even though I took sewing class in 8th…More »
4. Music Center at Strathmore
North Bethesda, MD 20852
(301) 581-5100
Categories: Art Galleries, Music Venues, Performing Arts
A gorgeous space with good acoustics. Plus, it's easily Metro accessible for those who Metro, and has free (!!!) parking for those who drive.
5. National Institutes of Health
Bethesda, MD 20892
(301) 496-4000
Categories: Public Services & Government, Medical Centers
As far as government agencies go, NIH is one of the cooler ones, as alluded to by some of the other Yelpers.
But I will enlighten you about the important part of any work day - lunch and coffee time.
NIH's main campus in Bethesda has a number of…More »
6. National Naval Medical Center Bowling
Being a native Milwaukeean (and as everyone knows Milwaukee is the bowling capital of the world), I found the NNMC Bowling center to be almost a bit sterile. I've never in my life been to a bowling alley that smells like cleaning fluids! A bowling…More »
7. Strosniders Hardware Stores
Even though it's pricier than, say, Home Depot, I love this place. It's much more convenient that shlepping out to the further burbs to save a couple of bucks at a soul-less big box store. Strosniders has everything, the employees are incredibly…More »
8. Angeethi Authentic Indian Cuisine
A super solid choice for a great lunch buffet, although service was less than great. Salad and fruit options on the buffet are a nice touch. Hot food was all delicious. $10.99 per person, although with the current special, the 2nd person's buffet…More »
9. Bethesda Valet
Why throw away shoes that can just be fixed? Judging by the piles of footwear at Bethesda Valet, it seems that half of Bethesda takes their shoes here. As well they should, because the guy at Bethesda Valet does a good job. This family-owned…More »
10. Just Cakes
For some reason I never yelped Just Cakes after enjoying their cupcakes several weeks ago. So, what better place to write a review of for nr. 250, than a bakery in my own neighborhood?
I've got a sweet tooth like you wouldn't believe, but for reasons…More »
11. CVS Pharmacy
My neighborhood is ranked as a "walker's paradise" on the website http://Walkscore.com. I love the fact that I can walk to many stores, restaurants and services. The institution that has been the recipient of more of my hard-earned money than any…More »
12. Praline Bakery & Restaurant
*3.75 stars for the restaurant and still 5 stars for the bakery*
Came here for dinner with three friends. We started with the cheese plate, which was great. The vegetarian got the vegetable napoleon, I had salad with salmon, one person got the…More »
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9/13/2008
Still 4.5 stars for the restaurant and 5 for the bakery. I am grateful that this place is not that… Read more »
13. Asian Cafe
I had take-out from Asian Cafe today. LOVED the price -- they have lots of lunch specials for $4.25 or $4.75, and the food was good, too. Some of my co-workers order for delivery from there frequently, and they've been pleased with the prices,…More »
14. Passage to India
*4.5 stars*
Bethesda's fortunate to have a couple of consistently good Indian restaurants. Passage to India is one of them. The atmosphere's great, the service is good, and the food is tasty. I'm not a big fan of chickpeas, but my sister, a friend…More »
15. La Panetteria Ristorante
The side room of La Panetteria is a wonderful place for lunch on a sunny but cold winter's day. The room has skylights which fill it with natural sunlight, plus the white walls and many hanging plants give it a very comfortable feel.
The service here…More »
16. Balducci's
My birthday's coming up, and that got me to thinking about cakes and cupcakes. So, I decided to stop at Balducci's after work to pick up a salad and a cupcake. Once I got there, however, I realized I just couldn't stomach spending $9 on a salad, so…More »
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9/13/2008
So, turns out that if you sign up for the frequent shoppers card, Balducci's will send you a variety… Read more »
17. Bertucci's Brick Oven Ristorante
I've been a fan of Bertucci's for probably 10 years (yes, long, looong ago when I still lived in the Midwest) I ate at a Bertucci's while visiting Boston.
I have only had good experiences at the White Flint location. Service is usually perfectly…More »
18. Bethesda Row Cinema
I still love this place and would rather come here than any multi-plex, but I am very tempted to remove a star or half for their reeeeediculously overpriced concessions. I expect to pay a lot of money for popcorn when I go to the movies. I don't,…More »
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4/5/2008
If you live in MoCo, and prefer independent and foreign movies to whatever ridiculous story-less… Read more »
19. California Tortilla
I'm a fan of CT. Decently good food at reasonable prices with friendly service. What else do you want from a fast food place? Maybe some super delish tortilla chips? Well, they've got those, too.
Plus, if you get on their email mailing list,…More »
20. Don Pollo
*Still 3.5 stars*
Went to Don Pollo today with a couple of co-workers. We go there at about noon, and although there was a line, it moved quickly enough. When I ordered they were out of white meat, so I got 1/4 dark with sides of French fries and…More »
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11/4/2008
I think this is a 3.5 star review....yes, I'm a bit unsure after just one visit. I will have to… Read more »
21. Haandi Indian Restaurant
I'm glad to have this place within walking distance of my house. I find the atmosphere/look of the place to be a bit sterile (Passage to India is nicer looking), but the food is good, and I've never had a problem with the service.
22. Flanagan's Harp and Fiddle
I'm one of those people who has lived in the area long enough to remember the old/original Flanagan's, located in a basement on the corner of Woodmont and Old Georgetown. Although I was in my 20s and it was very popular with that age group, it just…More »
23. Indique Heights
The first time I ate here, with three friends, we were all blown away. Everything we had (one appetizer and three main dishes) were absolutely delicious.
The second time I ate here, I felt it was only average.
I do love the look and the atmosphere…More »
24. Mon Ami Gabi
Boy, there just isn't a lot of love for Mon Ami Gabi among Yelpers. But I had another good experience here today.
I had lunch with three co-workers. All three of them chose from the Restaurant Week menu (Mon Ami extended it for a 2nd week). As…More »
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4/25/2008
Some times it seems that there are lots of restaurants in Bethesda, but not that many good ones.
Mon… Read more »
25. Olazzo
One of my favorites in Bethesda, but - as with most places - there are pros and cons.
Pros:
~ Reliable
~ Good food
~ Good service
~ Inexpensive for the quality and the quantity
~ Cozy atmosphere
~ Locally owned business (the owners live in Bethesda)
Cons:
~…More »
26. Safeway
Maybe I'm such a big fan because I've shopped at this Safeway for the last 9 years, and I love the fact that it's so convenient...if the weather's nice and I only need a few things, I can walk here from my house in about 15 minutes. Sure, the Giant…More »
27. Staples
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(301) 652-3175
Categories: Office Equipment, Printing Services
When you live in a place like downtown Bethesda, it's nice to have businesses such as Staples and Strosnider's nearby so that you don' t need to shlep out on to Rockville Pike or up 270.
However, when going to a place like this, you often have to…More »
28. White Flint Mall
Any mall that has both Bloomie's and Lord & Taylor, and is not a zoo in the month of December will be a favorite of mine. Other pluses (in my book): a Chevy Chase branch, a US Postal Service station, Talbot's (three of them, actually), Pottery Barn,…More »
29. U.S. Post Office
*3.5 stars*
Come to this post office in December only if you're a sadomasochist. Consider yourself warned!
Here's why:
- Only a fraction of the seemingly many parking spaces are open to customers. On any given Saturday before the holidays, it will…More »
30. Saphire Cafe
*This is only for Wednesday trivia nights.*
***A solid 3.75 stars***
Saphire Cafe has grown on me. Sure, a couple of reasons I like this place and its Stump trivia are ridiculously practical: it's within easy walking distance of my home, trivia is on…More »
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4/14/2008
Nothing great about it, nothing horrible about it. Just an average bar.
31. US Post Office - Bethesda
I prefer this post office to the much smaller and busier one on Arlington Rd (just a few blocks away). Even on Saturdays I've never had to wait in line for more than a few minutes.
This post office, however, has practically no parking to speak of -…More »
32. Mia's Pizza
I finally had a chance to try out Mia's this past weekend. Two friends and I went in for an early dinner around 6pm on Sunday. That was a good time to go, as we immediately got a table and about a 1/2 hour later there was a wait.
Two main things…More »
33. The Blue House
*3.5 stars*
The Blue House is a cute albeit pricey gift shop in downtown Bethesda, conveniently located right next to Starbucks. The staff can be a bit snooty (I guess that befits a place where an adorable baby outfit might set you back $40), but…More »
34. Uncle Julio's Rio Grande Cafe - CLOSED
*3.5 stars*
There's nothing that great, or that awful about this restaurant. I find their menu to be somewhat limiting, and service can be hit-or-miss.
35. Giant Food
Even though this Giant was only a few years old, they recently did a remodel. I happened to stop in the morning of their grand re-opening, and was given a $10 gift card! Yay for me.
However:
-Boo for now having to reorient myself about the location…More »
36. FedEx Kinko's
When I worked from home, I used this Kinko's pretty regularly, but had had no need for it recently. Til yesterday, when I popped in while I was in downtown Bethesda. What is it that's said about first impressions? My first impression was one of…More »
37. McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurants
The service I experience at M&S for lunch was worse than any restaurant service I've received in recent memory.
Two co-workers and I went to McCormick & Schmick's for lunch for Bethesda Restaurant Week. First problem - we're taken to a large room,…More »
38. The Burger Joint
I went here only because I wanted to yelp it. Well, also because I was hungry, and it's only a couple of blocks from my house. :-)
This is definitely not a place to run into if you're in a big hurry. From start to finish it took me 15 minutes to get…More »
39. La Madeleine French Bakery & Cafe
*3.5 stars*
Overall, this is a good place for a decent meal. However, service gets slowed down by the many people who are visiting La Madeleine for the first time. Because of its location near a couple of large hotels and near the Metro, this…More »
40. Delhi Dhaba
I can only agree with what other Yelpers have written -- if you are searching for good Indian food in Bethesda, this is not the place! I've eaten here only once, and I'd like to keep it that way. The service was awful, and the food was only okay.
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