Where to Eat in Wheaton: The Best Restaurants and Bars

April 14, 2018 Leonarda Pillsbury

Wheaton is a census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland, USA, north of Washington, D.C., northwest of Silver Spring. Wheaton takes its name from Frank Wheaton (1833–1903), a career officer in the United States Army and volunteer from Rhode Island in the Union Army who rose to the rank of major-general while serving before, during, and after the American Civil War.
Things to do in Wheaton

1. Ruan Thai

11407 Amherst Ave, Wheaton, MD 20902-4501 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Asian, Thai Dinner, Lunch SGD 26 - SGD 46 +1 301-942-0075
Excellent
45%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
6%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 110 reviews

Ruan Thai

Reviewed By Jordan Y

I've found there are several great Thai restaurants in Wheaton, and this is by far the best. Unfortunately they don't do any delivery but that keeps me from eating it too often. The charred pork with pepper sauce and pork belly are great. But more important is that the usual items like pad Thai just taste far better then at other Thai places.

2. Black Market Bistro

4600 Waverly Ave, Garrett Park, MD 20896-9998 Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar American, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast +1 301-933-3000
Excellent
51%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 188 reviews

Black Market Bistro

Reviewed By DenverDweller - Denver, Colorado

Four of my family members and I went to Black Market to celebrate my sister's birthday. We have celebrated many wonderful occasions there over the years and have consistently had a lovely time and been served great food. However, recently we went and had a very bad experience. My daughter ordered the chicken which was listed as coming with a lemon herb jus. Instead her chicken tasted and looked like barbecued chicken. It tasted nothing like their usual excellent chicken. We told the waiter who gave an explanation about the sauce having been concentrated which made no sense. He refused to acknowledge that anything was wrong. We called over the manager who gave us the same explanation and then took 25% off our check which was almost an insult (she should have taken off the whole dish which my daughter did not eat most of). We have had the chicken before and know that it was not the usual so her refusing to acknowledge it was very strange. Worse yet, later that night my daughter suffered extreme gastrointestinal distress at about 2 in the morning which was awful. We will not be going back and feel very sad about the experience since this restaurant has played a role in our family events.

3. Seasons 52

11414 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda, MD 20852-3001 Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar American, Contemporary, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night SGD 41 - SGD 42 +1 301-984-5252
Excellent
40%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 412 reviews

Seasons 52

Seasons 52 is a casually sophisticated fresh grill and wine bar that invites you to discover the sensational flavors of our seasonally inspired menu. At Seasons 52, you’ll enjoy a warm, welcoming ambiance with rich mahogany accents, custom built wine cellars, and lush greenery that create an air of casual sophistication. With an award-winning international wine list of over 100 wines, with 52 or more available by the glass, we will find the perfect match to complement your menu selection.<br>Our restaurant is open for lunch and dinner daily, with extended hours on the weekend. We also feature live entertainment at our piano bar nightly.<br>If you are searching for a place to host your event, look no further. Seasons 52 is the perfect setting for your private or semi-private event. We also feature a Chef’s table for smaller groups or more intimate settings. Together we will create the event of the season! <br>For more information, visit our website at www.Seasons52.com.

Reviewed By Luvtravels33 - Martinsburg, West Virginia

I like their "fresh" and seasonal approach to food. The food tastes good, and they can accommodate larger parties.

4. K Town Bistro

3784 Howard Ave, Kensington, MD 20895-3349 Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol European, French, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner SGD 26 - SGD 42 +1 240-430-5869
Excellent
56%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 147 reviews

K Town Bistro

K Town Bistro is a family operated restaurant nestled in the heart of Historic Kensington that serves a delicious assortment of French and American cuisine

Reviewed By KHepburn - Bethesda, MD

This tiny place is a romantic spot. Every effort is made to meet your wishes. Their menu changes with the seasons. Always fresh ingredients. My only wish is that they would pay more attention to lactose free offerings. Not just this restaurant, but all.

5. Sergio Ristorante Italiano

8727 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20910-3903 Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Valet Parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Italian, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner SGD 13 - SGD 26 +1 301-585-1040
Excellent
63%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 260 reviews

Sergio Ristorante Italiano

Looking for a taste of Italy in Maryland? Sergio Ristorante Italiano provides Silver Spring with authentic Italian cuisine in an intimate setting tucked in the basement of the Doubletree Hotel. A family operated restaurant with a 33 year history, our extensive menu includes homemade ravioli, pastas and marinara sauce, spinach stuffed porkchops, fettucine al ragu and delicious tiramisu. All recipes are passed on by Sergio&apos;s grandmother, the owner of a restaurant in Rome. Needless to say, our bar is always stocked! If you love honest, high quality food, a warm environment and friendly service, come check out Sergio Ristorante Italiano today. We look forward to seeing you!

Reviewed By RegularTraveler9533 - Chester, New Jersey

The service and food was outstanding. The chicken Param was tender and not overly breaded. The accompanying spaghetti was perfectly cooked with a delicious tomato sauce. The fettuccine al ragu was also a perfect blend. The service was prompt and friendly. The restaurant was not busy this evening so luckily no reservations were needed. Definitely would return when in the area again.

6. Cristina's

2666 University Blvd W, Wheaton, MD 20902-1913 Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Italian Lunch, Dinner +1 301-942-4137
Excellent
51%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
4%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 61 reviews

Cristina's

Reviewed By Noisydaddy - Silver Spring, Maryland

The service is swell and the food is very good. We have had the pasta and chicken dishes and have not been disappointed at all. The staff is welcoming and attentive. We dined with a little one, and the staff dotted on him. If we are in the mood for Italian, Cristina's is our go-to!

7. Frankly Pizza

10417C Armory Ave, Kensington, MD 20895-3905 Wheelchair Accessible, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards Italian, Pizza, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner +1 301-832-1065
Excellent
54%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 110 reviews

Frankly Pizza

Reviewed By Lightning_Slim - Hawkinge, United Kingdom

This place is a regular place that we visit with family. The pizzas are good, and the service is efficient and friendly. We usually get there around 5pm to be sure of a table; later than that and you risk a wait for a table. I enjoy a beer and they have a rotating selection of good draughts.

The only down side is the new manager, who prowls the restaurant with an unsmiling scowl, pouncing on tables to clear cutlery and crockery as soon as they are finished with. On our last but one visit he pushed a child's toys onto the floor without an apology when clearing our table. On the last visit he physically moved my wife out of the way at the counter to access booster seats, without an "excuse me". This was unseen by me as I was chatting to another staff member, or he would have had some advice from me.

The regular, long-serving staff are all very attentive and chatty.

8. Parkway Deli

8317 Grubb Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20910-2539 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible American, Delicatessen, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Kosher, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night SGD 13 - SGD 20 +1 301-587-1427
Excellent
53%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 476 reviews

Parkway Deli

Reviewed By Jerome B - Columbia, Maryland

Parkway is a long time favorite in the Rock Creek Shopping Center. But to my mind it's overrated because there aren't any really good delis in the area. The service is barely OK, and sometimes it can be impossible to get the attention of the wait staff. The food certainly doesn't come up to the standard of places in NY like Stage Deli. Take out orders have to be rigorously checked to make sure they got it right. Not my favorite place!

9. Continental Pizza

10532 Connecticut Ave, Kensington, MD 20895-2426 Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible Pizza Lunch, Dinner +1 301-949-9797
Excellent
62%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 65 reviews

Reviewed By Martin D - Kensington, Maryland

''Tis the season and we're still looking for our version of killer pizza. This is getting closer but, ya know, we're picky. Dough had a good taste but still more chew than we like. We asked for well done and still not crispy. Sauce was good and sausage was too. Pepperoni not so much. Right out of the oven. They need hot peppers as an ingredient. Fries are awesome.

10. Mi La Cay

2409 University Boulevard West, Wheaton, MD 20902-4700 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Wheelchair Accessible Asian, Vietnamese, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner +1 301-929-2822
Excellent
61%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 38 reviews

Mi La Cay

Reviewed By Daphne G - Adelphi, Maryland, United States

The kitchen produces great Vietnamese food and we cannot stay away. Their summer roles have shrimp and a little pork or duck in them, and their cha gio springrolls are so good. The duck broth soup is richly flavored (my husbands choice soup) and their grilled dishes have a wonderful marinade (see my photo of pork and vermicelli noodles) Need something to take with you for a game or picnic? Then get one of their Bahn Mi sandwiches (beefs my fave) for only $6. Amazingly fresh and delicious.

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