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Not Your Average Joe's Bethesda, Bethesda, MD

Not Your Average Joe's Bethesda

4.2
4.2
1208 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
10400 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for happy hour
  • Good for business meals
Not Your Average Joe's Kitchen & Bar offers a menu inspired by American cuisine. Its menu is stylish, contemporary and includes fresh oysters, gourmet pizzas, rice bowls and a variety of burgers. During a daily Happy Hour at Not Your Average Joe's Kitchen & Bar, diners can also enjoy both drink and appetizer specials.

Along with an array of beers, its menu includes wines and a wide selection of specialty cocktails. You'll further enjoy a casual and pub like experience at Not Your Average Joe's Kitchen & Bar. Its décor includes an open kitchen, bench seating and a separate bar area with mounted flat screen televisions all around for watching sporting events.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Global, International
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jason Orberg
  • Private party facilities
    We've hosted private parties and semi-private events of all types for the Bethesda community! From engagement and retirement parties to birthdays and business happy hours, we do it all. Call us at 240-316-4555 to discuss options for your group.
  • Neighborhood
    North Bethesda
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 1,208 people are saying

Not Your Average Joe's Bethesda reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Not Your Average Joe's Bethesda offers a diverse menu with standout dishes like the "rosemary skewered scallops" and "chicken picatta." Guests appreciate the "delicious food, consistent experience," and friendly service. While some service inconsistencies were noted, the inviting atmosphere and creative food options make it a "great place to meet friends."

1,208 Reviews
  1. Jacob VIP

    Washington DC15 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a good time here! Very comfortable weeknight dinner, good value, lots of options

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  2. grace VIP

    Washington DC48 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Management was described as tweeky by the wait staff.. that is not a good indication in the hospitality industry. Staff doesn't feel supported by management which is very sad. I don't think this restaurant is going to make it for long. We were here to celebrate my daughter's birthday, and the waiter stated that he couldn't do a comp for dessert because the manager was tweaky. We will not return in the future. Food was also mediocre; the jambalaya tasted like seafood in tomato sauce. The Korean bbq tender app was the best dish overall.

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  3. LAWRENCE

    Washington DC5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Not trying to appear miserly, but your famous focaccia and olive oil dip was not offered or served. Do you have to request it explicitly? If so, that's not a good practice.
    Not Your Average Joe's BethesdaResponded on April 15, 2025
    Bread should have been offered. We will share with team.

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  4. Brenda VIP

    Washington DC9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot!!! Good good, great service! Will definitely be back 🎉
    Not Your Average Joe's BethesdaResponded on April 6, 2025
    Awesome review! We will be sharing with the entire team. We hope to see you again very soon.

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  5. Joanne VIP

    Washington DC7 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was not as good as usual. We had to ask for the bread and oil. We ordered appetizers and the main course was served before we had a chance to eat them. Overall, not a good experience.
    Not Your Average Joe's BethesdaResponded on April 6, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback, we really appreciate hearing from our guests. We'll use your feedback to improve for next time.

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  6. April VIP

    Washington DC122 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Our sandwiches were very good (chicken caprese & the Italian). Our lunch arrived before the appetizer but manager gave it to us to go & took it off the check. Cosmo cocktail was heavy on the lime but still tasty. The floor on the lower level was very sticky. We’ll go back and hope for better timing, etc.
    Not Your Average Joe's BethesdaResponded on April 6, 2025
    Thank you for the review - hope to see you again soon!

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  7. Marcia VIP

    Washington DC9 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    The food was terrible. I ordered the veggie bowl with added salmon protein and the vegetables had absolutely no flavor and the salmon was a flat piece of overcooked cardboard. Literally the sides were curled up. My friend ordered the teriyaki salmon bowl "simply prepared," and it wasn't even a bowl ... just a piece of salmon with too sweet-from-a-bottle teriyaki sauce poured all over it, white bland rice, and huge pieces of steamed broccoli with no flavor. We both remarked when we were leaving it was the worst meal we have had in years. And it was very overpriced on top of the horrible eating experience!
    Not Your Average Joe's BethesdaResponded on April 6, 2025
    We are so sorry to hear this Marcia - This feedback is great and we will use this to make us better. Complaints on our food quality are very rare. If you reach back out to me I would love to send you a gift card to try us again. I just need an email.

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  8. Don

    London3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food is good. Food is good. Food is good. Food is good.
    Not Your Average Joe's BethesdaResponded on April 6, 2025
    Thank you for the review - hope to see you again soon!

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  9. Linda VIP

    Washington DC255 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I had a beef poke bowl & my husband had the haddock which he said was good. My bowl was fair - the beef was v chewy & I thought for the price, could have been more tender. The service was v good & the waiter attentive. We were not rushed at all.
    Not Your Average Joe's BethesdaResponded on March 29, 2025
    Thank you for the feedback - We will share with our Chefs.

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  10. Michael VIP

    Washington DC269 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I tried out the Tuesday dinner special for two. We were very pleased. We started with the cheesesteak egg roll appetizer. Very tasty. My wife then had their burger while I had the jambalaya entree. Very well done. We finished with the chocolate chip cookie with ice cream dessert. Very enjoyable. The wine and service were great. we will return.
    Not Your Average Joe's BethesdaResponded on March 21, 2025
    Awesome review! We will be sharing with the entire team. We hope to see you again very soon.

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FAQs

Not Your Average Joe's Bethesda offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (240) 316-4555.

Not Your Average Joe's Bethesda is rated 4.2 stars by 1208 OpenTable diners.

Not Your Average Joe's Bethesda does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. United States
  3. Washington, D.C. Area
  4. Maryland - DC Suburbs
  5. North Bethesda

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Google Map for Not Your Average Joe's Bethesda

10400 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    North Bethesda
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Global, International
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jason Orberg
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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