Medium Rare
Bethesda, Maryland, USA
Discover the inviting atmosphere and dining experience at Medium Rare, a steak house located on Fairmont Ave in Bethesda, MD.
4904 Fairmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814, United States
Medium Rare
Bethesda, Maryland, USA
Overview
Medium Rare is a modern bistro and steak house located at 4904 Fairmont Ave in Bethesda, MD. Specializing in a focused set menu, this restaurant offers bread, salad, crispy fries, and a dry-aged sirloin prepared with care. The experience is enhanced with a great wine list, cocktails, and brunch options that draw a varied crowd.
The atmosphere at Medium Rare combines casual, cozy, and trendy elements, making it suitable for solo diners, families, groups, and tourists alike. Dining here is straightforward yet memorable thanks to fast service and quality comfort food, all within a price range of $30–50. Accessibility features and multiple service options support a welcoming environment for everyone.
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Local favorites
A popular spot in Bethesda offering a modern bistro experience focused on high-quality steak frites with a cozy, casual atmosphere.
Known for quick and attentive service, ensuring guests get their meal promptly without compromising quality.
A well-curated wine list and expertly made cocktails complement the signature dry-aged sirloin perfectly.
Welcoming to families and groups with a kids' menu, high chairs, and a lively, cozy dining environment.
Enjoy dining indoors, outside on the patio, or opt for takeout and delivery, including no-contact services.
With a 4.6-star rating from over 1,500 reviews, the specialty steak and fries dish is both a local favorite and a must-try.
Wheelchair accessible entrance, restrooms, and seating ensure everyone can enjoy the restaurant comfortably.
Experience quality dry-aged steak and sides within a reasonable price range of $30–50, offering great value.
Experience
Ideal for those looking for a focused yet satisfying dining experience centered on steak frites, Medium Rare suits a variety of occasions from casual brunches to lively dinner gatherings.
A visit here offers a relaxed setting with fast, attentive service and delicious staples like the signature steak & fries, complemented by tempting desserts and drinks, making it a great spot for both quick meals and leisurely outings. — FoodPlacee editorial note
The spacious yet cozy setting welcomes groups and families, with a simple set menu ensuring everyone enjoys high-quality steak and sides together without fuss.
Weekends bring a brunch option featuring French Toast and Sausage, perfect for a casual morning meal served in a trendy, family-friendly atmosphere.
Reservations are recommended for dinner, especially on Fridays and Saturdays when the place buzzes with tourists and locals drawn by its stellar reputation.
Offering no-contact delivery and takeout, the restaurant accommodates those who prefer to enjoy its comforting flavors from home with minimal hassle.
Evenings feature impressive cocktails and happy hour specials, ideal for unwinding in a casual and trendy environment with quality drinks and bar service.
Guest sentiment
A snapshot of what local diners frequently mention about this location.
"Good amount of food for the price. It’s a prefixed menu. Bread, salad, steak, and fries. I asked for my sauce on the side, which I think was a good move. I liked the flavor but it has kind of a floury/grainy texture. Some people loved it. It just wasn’t my style. The salad was very good and the fries were fresh. We ordered chocolate cake to go and it was delicious! Highly recommend, if you’re a chocolate lover. The service was great at this restaurant. Every table was filled. Lots of families. Easy parking at the garage nearby. Garage parking is free on Sundays."
"I love this place! Great steak and fries as well as delicious salad and bread. The service is also consistently excellent. Today I ordered a door dash pick up which was accidentally sent to the DC location. The Bethesda manager was super helpful and accommodating and they actually helped me out and switched the order! Love this place and will definitely be back!!!!"
"Came in for brunch for the very first time, greeted by the hostess and Cameron the manager on duty. We felt to welcomed by them. food came out fast we had the steaks and eggs and it was so good. drinks were amazing. We had kids with us and hostess provided us some crayons and the kids had so much fun just drawing on the table paper. Absolutely coming back. We loved every single detail of our experience"
"Went on a Thursday night around 8:30. My wife walked in and was able to be seated but had some trouble getting a server. When I went to the front I was immediately accommodated with a server where we chose to sit outside as we didn't like where we were seated within the dining room. The menu is a pre fixed menu with bread coming out first, a small salad and then rib eye steak I belive and fries. The food was very good, the bread is just bread so if that's your thing you'll love it. The salad was very small but the dressing they used was so good, I think it had a hint of horseradish or grey poupon mustard. The steak was over cooked for me but I think they got it right for my wife, we both requested our steaks to ve done to medium. The first round of steaks was okay, whatever sauce they give you for it is absolutely divine. The fries are just regular shoe string fries, either you like them or you don't. We initially thought the portions were too small and it wasn't worth the price of admission but we were pleasantly surprised to get a second course of steak and fries included in the price which immediately shot up the value of the meal. The second round of steaks was cooked much better and had more flavor. The wine in the picture was really good, so good me and my wife went to look for it over the weekend at total wine. Overall it Medium Rare is a very good place to eat if you just want a simple meal of steak and fries."
"The server Ever and Chris made our night so special. A good friend turned 21 tonight and they gave us a wonderful experience with great food and service. They even helped us blow up the birthday balloons to rush for our birthday friend’s arrival. 10/10 service, food, and experience!!"
"An amazing dining experience! The food was absolutely delicious. The steak was seasoned perfectly, it needed no sauce whatsoever. The fries were genuinely incredible, so crispy and salty. The service was great too! For dessert, we got the ice cream sundae and it was so dun and delicious. Such a wonderful evening!!"
"Extremely well cooked and flavorful steak. Had to have the second helping, of course. The sauce adds a great touch to both the meat and the frites. Would highly recommend to anyone who likes steak frites to visit."
"Medium Rare does one thing (steak frites) and they do it right. For a great price, the restaurant provides an awesome- double entree portion- steak frites and had some awesome dessert. If you’re in the mood for steak frites on a budget, this is the place to go. But seriously, they only serve steak frites and will give you two servings of the plate in the picture. Their house sauce is also phenomenal."
Visit info
Weekly hours below — always confirm with the business before holidays or special events.
| Monday | 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM - 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM |
Planning ahead helps maximize the experience at this popular Bethesda steak house, whether it’s brunch or dinner.
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