The Salt Line

I preferred their mid to high level salt oysters but that’s just my general preference for them. Their signature, local oysters weren’t salty at all, which was bad just not my preference, but they were very meaty so I understand the appeal! I recommend mixing and matching to see what you prefer if it’s your first time visiting or trying oysters. Our waitress was very sweet and helpful, if we were to sit with her again I’d know we were in good hands, but everyone seemed very professional and friendly. It’s a lovely atmosphere, nautical themes but elevated and classy. I also had the lobster roll on buttered and toasted bread—hands down the best bread I’ve had in a long time! I opted for the side salad, but the fries would be amazing with it as well. The lobster was hearty and simple—nothing masking or overpowering the flavor of the meat, it’s just 3lbs of lobster. It was lovely. My mom had the fish sandwich which she said was the best she’s ever had. We can’t wait to go back!

Great New England style restaurant that opened in Bethesda and Nationals Park about two years ago. We came for the fried Ipswich whole belly clams, which are not easy to find in Maryland. They were amazing! They also have daily oyster offerings. Fish is regularly trucked and flown in. Seating is also light and roomy. Will visit again!

Three of us went to a late lunch at the salt line. None of us really liked it that much and we will not be returning. The menu was pretty limited to people with food Allergies and other dietary restrictions . We got one lobster roll dressed, one lobster roll with butter, Maple carrots, coddies and a Greek feta cheese salad. Not a fan of any of it. The lobster roll dressed had too much mayo. I thought the carrots were too salty. the Greek feta salad had green olives instead of Kalamata and some root vegetable, which was tasteless. Disappointing.

Great food! Low key and casual but upscale. The BBQ Oysters are a Must! Server Zoe was great w service and all recommendations. Definitely going back

First time there. I ordered the lobster roll and it came out half raw in the middle. I know this was some kind of fancy place… but I had hundreds of lobster rolls in my life and none of them were gooey in the middle. So I asked the waitress and after a while they admit they screwed up. The manager apologized profusely and gave me a gift certificate. Given that he was so nice I might give this place another try. (But the lobster roll was a real turn off. Their crab dips were half decent)

New location, have to check out the clean space! French toast, fries and cod were our quick bites! ;) fries were good! Cod was good but wish I would have tried something else - next time! They have a large draft selection and lots of wine! This place has a lot of space and will def check out again! Thanks chef!

That food was great, no long wait. The service was excellent, very attentive and always helpful. Atmosphere was very nice and calm I would really recommend this place

Caitlyn A was amazing. She made us feel at home and was subtle with upselling, which was great. I appreciated her suggestions and menu knowledge. She created excitement with the menu! We will definitely be back.

We went on a Monday night to celebrate a birthday. It was fairly busy but the service was impeccable. Our table was bussed quickly, our water was refilled and we got rounds of drink quickly. We went because we are New Englanders and were looking for a taste of home. We got it from the fried belly clams to the buttered lobster. The lamb chops were cooked perfectly. The only critique would be the North Shore roast beef. A true three way is rare deli sliced beef Theirs was thin cut well done beef not the same. I loved the horseradish sauce instead of mayo. The fries were great. Very Authentic New England Experience.

The Salt Line earns a solid 3.5 to 4 stars from me. The food was good, but it's just shy of being exceptional. My partner and I tried the Parker House Rolls, crispy Brussels sprouts, lobster roll, crispy fish sandwich, and the cranberry blondie. The crispy Brussels sprouts were tasty but could have been elevated with a dash of warm honey. The lobster roll had a perfectly buttered bun, but the lobster itself needed a bit more flavor. Thankfully, Paul, the manager, brought out his "sauce flight," which took the dish to another level. The crispy fish sandwich was well-cooked, but the breading slightly overpowered the fish--still a satisfying dish overall. As for dessert, I stepped out of my comfort zone with the cranberry blondie. It was surprisingly good, though I think it could have been a bit moister. The drinks were a highlight! We had the "Velvet Sidecar" and the "Cherry on My Way." One word: impeccable. Ahmad, the bartender, crafted them perfectly. These cocktails are definitely spirit-forward--bold and not for the faint of heart--but we loved every sip. The service was top-tier. Yumi B., our waitress, was attentive and friendly. Ahmad was superb behind the bar, and Paul, the manager, was personable, relatable, and incredibly welcoming. We'll definitely be back!

My husband and I had a great experience at Salt Line Bethesda tonight. This was our second time at the Bethesda location; we have also been to the Navy Yard location once. Tonight, we ordered the Parker House rolls, a selection of oysters (non-salty for me; salty for my husband), Portuguese Stew for my husband, Lobster Roll (buttered) for me, and Crispy Brussels Sprouts and a bottle of Vermentino to share. Everything was delicious! Each oyster was the perfect amount of salt per what we ordered. The lobster roll might look puny, but comes loaded with lobster and flavor. Even the butter for the rolls was interesting - crab/Old Bay flavored. We finished with a crème brûlée that was the perfect amount of sweetness - the tahini flavor merried with the jam flavor so nicely. Thank you to Paul for the extra special touches and Diana for great service. We will definitely be back!

We've come here a few times now. Love their late night happy hour for some great oyster deals. Oysters were always fresh and the drinks are well made too. I love their blue cheese martini. We've always sat at the bar and the bartenders service were always attentive. Highly recommend for seafood in the area!

The food was not good. I don't have to go back for that reason alone. The service and ambiance was good. It is a fresh oyster spot so it smells a little fishy.

Really like this place, especially as a pescatarian. The decor is sleek with a nautical vibe. We liked the crab dip- wasn't expecting the chips to be crisps, but they were light and seasoned. The halibut & scallops was delicious- I really liked the broth. The bucatini had a kick (our server warned us), but it was also flavorful. My nojito was a little sweeter than I would've liked, but it was still good. I miss the blueberry icebox pie but I'm sure it's a seasonal item so I'll look for it next summer! Service is also strong- even though they were fairly packed on a Sunday night dinner service, our server checked on us several times and made recommendations.

seafood house ambiance, the aroma of seafood fills the air as soon you enter the restaurant. The staff was very friendly and our waiter was fast and attentive. Shout out to Andrew! The oyster bar menu is updated daily. We decided to try half sweet and half salt oysters. The small size oysters looked like the usual medium sized oysters! They were both delicious The YUZU SAKE BOMB was a great alternative to the usual Bloody Mary oyster shooter. It's absolutely refreshing and it's different that the oyster was still on the shell. BAKED PIMENTO CRAB DIP: loved how they incorporated the crispy shrimp cracker into their. Honestly felt like I was eating chipotle queso dip with crab. HAMACHI CRUDO: too salty. The freshness of the fish was overwhelmed by how salty it was Lobster roll: the roll was sooo buttery delicious and the lobster was sooo fresh. The fries tasted like ocean city's board walk fries: what a nostalgic feeling Honestly this dish alone was vey filling. The BIRD IS THE WORD and VELVET SIDECAR were both aromatic and flavorful I would come back for the oysters, drinks, and lobster roll

Overall a bit pricey but good restaurant for a special occasion. We got the coddies to start which are supposed to be a modern take on this classic snack. They were good but not that special. Everyone enjoyed their mains, specifically the lobster roll. We thought the portion size was pretty good and the lobster meat was succulent and delicious. Drinks are also very good, especially loved the blue cheese olive martini and the blue crab beer from Other Half!

We came here for a large group lunch. For parking, there is a parking garage a block away. The space is spacious and airy, so great for groups. To start off, we had the Baked Pimento Crab Dip ($18), Rockfish Ceviche ($16), and Parker House Rolls ($5). I enjoyed all the appetizers with the baked pimento crab dip being a favorite amongst the table. The chips are a shrimp chip, which keeps it so light and airy. For my main entree, I opted for the Portuguese Stew ($32). I found this a bit lackluster and didn't have too much flavor. I tried some of the Grilled Pork Tenderloin ($27), which was such a small portion of pork --it was more of a salad with a few slices of meat. If you're coming to eat here, I'd stick to the sandwiches instead as those looks way more fulfilling.

Came back to try more dishes. The grilled octopus and the yellow fin were both delicious! The octopus was extremely tender and I was able to cut it easily with a butter knife. I liked the eggplant on this dish. It has a nice combination of sweet, salty and spicy. The Tillman was perfectly cooked! It was crispy and well-seasoned, but wasn't over cooked. I didn't really care for the spinach, but the chorizo and the potato combo made each bite so flavorful together. The manager made his way around to our table and walked us through how they made the grilled octopus. He also recommended the tuna, which did not disappoint. He was really nice and welcoming. We appreciate his warmth and time! Would definitely come back and try more dishes!

Easy garage parking, cute decor. Friendly and attentive staff. The waitress seemed pretty knowledgeable on wines and helped us make a choice. Loved the cream of crab soup and the tomato salad dish. My entree was a seafood dish with scallops, etc. I think it needed more seasoning and flavor. My husband enjoyed the lobster roll.

Reading the reviews I was very skeptical. I think people should stick to what they're known for, one being the oysters. Started with half a dozen and lost count by the end of the night. They have a really nice selection. Service is always quick wnd friendly. Highly reccomend sitting at the bar!

What an amazing menu! When I tell you that it was easy to make reservations, and then the staff was so welcoming and open, I cannot express that enough. The decor is gorgeous, the music choice was outstanding, and that just sets the stage for the outstanding food that came out. I ordered the lobster bisque, and easily could've bathed in it, as the luxuriousness of the base and the flavor were absolutely outstanding. I also ordered the swordfish, and if I could choose one meal to eat for the rest of my life, that would be it. It was outstanding! I am a huge fan of this restaurant, and can't believe it took me so long to get there, but I will be back! Adding on that the Cabernet Sauvignon that I ordered was exemplary!

I recently went here for a weekend dinner with a party of four and had a great experience. The ambiance is great and we received outstanding service all night. I want to highlight how The Salt Line went above and beyond in accommodating our group's dietary preferences, making a couple changes to dishes that they don't normally do so we could have them. Additionally, we ordered a bottle of wine, and the sommelier spent 10 minutes with us answering our questions and having a fun discussion. We split the Parker House rolls, coddies, and the hamachi crudo, all of which were fantastic. I got the pan-roasted tilefish and shared some swordfish with one other person. The tilefish was perfectly cooked, moist, flavorful, and buttery. The vegetables well-complemented the fish. I would highly recommend The Salt Line if you are looking for good seafood in the DMV.

We had good service. Our waiter periodically checked back to ensure we were having a good experience. They were full telling you they were doing something right. Our appetizers included the beet salad and the tuna crudite. Both quite good. For entrees we had swordfish, cod , and mixed seafood. Each entree again was flawless. One dessert was the molten chocolate cake. Delish. Our other dessert was the banana split representing the only disappointment of the meal. The ice cream was not high end. There was only a scant amount of chocolate sauce. A few nuts and maraschino cherries brought this dessert to a merciful end. 5 stars with no help from a banana split.

Good food and service, both! The oysters felt fresh and they were very tasty. We went in pretty late at night and I am uncertain if the menu was a limited late hour menu or that's all they have for food.... Pretty scares menu. Only appetizers and oysters. But top notch dishes. The cocktails were very well done too! The prices unexpectedly accessible for downtown Bethesda. The decor is very modern and welcoming. We have had a great time!

For the price point of this restaurant, I expected more. We ordered, fried clams, ceviche, buffalo dip and bread. The clams were fried in very old oil, we're a month old. Completely unacceptable. The ceviche, nothing special and buffalo dip was the only saving grace. I usually never have to say this but, I don't recommend eating here.

Not realizing that it was Easter, we stopped in for lunch while in downtown Bethesda. Surprisingly, we were seated immediately in a booth near the raw bar. The server described the restaurant as a mix of a Maryland and New England seafood restaurant, and that is evident both in the menu and the decor. The restaurant is clean, and very beautifully decorated. The raw bar menu is really great. It has your standards like oysters, clams, crab claws, but also more interesting options like rillettes which I had never had before but really enjoyed. We ordered a dozen oysters, which varied in saltiness and flavor. Some were meh but some were really excellent. My favorite was the Rhode Island one. I also had the Vodka Bloody oyster shooter which was alright (a little too pepper forward for my taste), but I enjoyed my fiance's Yuzu Oyster shooter more. The clams were also spectacular, as were the crab claws which are served with a very nice dipping sauce. The rillette was served in a bowl, and we asked the server how to eat it. He said it is served with toast, and brought some out to us. It ended up being a perfect toast/spread ratio. I'd describe the rillette as similar to a trout (or lox) spread if you've ever had it, more like trout for the mildness of the fish, than lox. It was really tasty. And if that wasn't enough food, we both got a cup of the clam chowder. It was very creamy and butter, with nice chunks of clams. We also shared the special Nashville Hot Soft Shell Crab. It was really tasty, well seasoned and perfectly fried, and just the right amount of heat. Then we were too full for dessert but when I come back, I'm getting the key lime pie!

On Easter Sunday, my fiancee and I were wandering downtown Bethesda while jewelery shopping. We decided to try this spot, and got in without a wait. The restaurant is beautiful inside, managing to be both casual and upscale. We got a both and we're served quickly. I tried a yuzu oyster shooter -- it was after noon! I thought the yuzu was a little acid, and needed something to balance it, but it wasn't bad. We then moved on to a dozen oysters. They have a great assortment, mostly east coast US, and mostly local. I got one of each type (six total). The presentation was beautiful, they were well shucked, and they were fresh. Some varieties were meh, but some were good enough I considered leaving Sara and marrying them instead. I also tried the raw clams, which were fantastic. Juicy and sweet. Yum. I finished off with a steamed clab craw, which was also fantastic. Moving on, we had some rilettes, which is smoked fish made into a sort of paste or something. Kind of like canned tuna. I'm doing an awful job of describing it, because it's actually really good. It was supposed to be served with toast. They forgot the toast, which lead to some confusion. Our waiter had a good sense of humour when I asked how we eat it -- he recommended grabbing it by the handful and hoping for the best (and then went to get the toast). Finally, I finished of with a cup of chowdah, say chowdah! And a soft shell crab. I thought the chowdah was a little buttery and not clammy enough, but it was still really good (I'm picky about my chowdah -- great aunt Marge is to blame). The soft shell was just amazing. I waddled away like a very fat and happy penguin.

The oysters here were good but everything else was disappointing. The bucatini and clams tasted ok but not great. The clam chowder was too salty. And the crab dip barely had any crab, it was mostly cheese. However, the service was good. I liked the ocean theme and the open layout of the restaurant.

Seafood lovers, this is the spot for you! Salt Line offers a delectable variety of seafood options, ranging from your standard raw shellfish to more intricate dishes such as Portuguese Stew and Rockfish Ceviche. I had the Stuffies, Yellowfin Tuna Crudo, and Baked Pimiento Crab Dip, and all of them were excellent choices I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a combination of fresh, cooked, and savory dishes. I also got one of each of the Oyster Shooters, which, by their name, should have tipped me off that they included shots! They were very good, but next time I'd probably wait till dinner time to order them (I had them at 1:30 pm the last time).

The weather was messier than expected, but I made my way here for Restaurant Week anyway. It's been on my radar for a while, so I'm glad I finally made the time to drop by! There was a 2-course lunch special going on for RW, so I knew I'd be doing that. When I arrived (which was a little late thanks to traffic), I was able to get seated right away, and I appreciated the layout of the place. Some of the tables were close to each other, there were booths, and there's quite the bar! Will took care of me, providing me the menus and going through the specifics. I decided to go with the clam chowder for my appetizer and the New England Smashburger for my entree. I loved the clam chowder. The worst part is that there wasn't more -- it was delicious and it was an appetizer, so I guess I didn't want to get full, but whew! Now the Smashburger was good, but honestly... it was very messy and it fell apart for me. I've only had a handful so far, but I found this particular patty to be slightly thicker than other smashburgers I have had -- I was surprised! I would've enjoyed it more if the bun didn't get soggy and it all stayed together. I should've tried their oysters, but I didn't quite have a taste for them this time. Maybe next time -- check them out!

First of all, the waitress was great. My good review stops there. Four people at the table and all 4 entrees came out cold! And fast, which means they obviously were made ahead of time. three people at the table ordered coffee and all 3 came out cold. The waitress took the cups back and then said their coffee maker was broken, which meant the coffee they brought out had been sitting in a cold coffeemaker. She warmed them up under hot water, but they were not drinkable. The cod was undercooked and soggy, the bucatini was cold and the clams were also. I was personally shocked about this as I've been to the Salt Line at the Wharf and the food was good. We skipped dessert assuming they would be just as bad as the food.

This was a large location with a good-sized bar along with a viewable raw bar present. The menu had lots of intriguing options along with some specials. The service was appreciated while the food came out in a timely manner. For appetizers, the baked pimento crab dip ($18) and Nashville hot soft shell (MP) were ordered. I also had a yuzu sake bomb which had an oyster, ponzu, scallion and a chile pepper. This was great. The lemon combined with the oyster flavor and chile pepper made for an ideal pairing. The pimento crab dip had crabmeat, Tillamook cheddar, old bay crab chips, and scallions. This was tasty. The chips were light with just enough seasoning and they held up nicely with the dip. The dip came out very hot with plenty of crabmeat present. The soft shell came with grilled white bread, pickled green tomatoes, and black garlic honey. This was another satisfying dish. The crab was perfectly fried with the right amount of Nashville hot seasoning. The tomatoes and black garlic honey were not really needed. I suppose it contrasted nicely with the hot seasoning, but I was not a fan. For an entrée, I split two. The first was a pan-roasted rockfish ($36). It came with an achiote and spring garlic rub, Carolina gold rice grits, charred pineapple, and cilantro. This was nicely done. The fish was a little on the smaller side, but it was cooked and seasoned to my liking. It paired nicely with the charred pineapple. The grits were more like rice to me. The other entrée I had was the Middle Eastern spiced Spanish mackerel ($35). It was a special the night I attended. It came with a black chickpea salad, feta, cherry tomatoes, pickled carrot, and a sesame tahini. I really enjoyed the sides to this as the chickpea salad along with the feta, tomatoes, carrot, and sesame tahina made for a great combination. The mackerel was okay. I thought it could have been seasoned a little more. I also tried the bucatini and clams. This was good as there were plenty of clams present along with the bacon or pancetta. It was a good pairing together. We also received a complimentary vanilla ice cream due to a birthday at our table. It was a nice gesture. Will I go back? I would.

(4.15) ~ Very good overall food & service. And they improved the foods I suggested earlier. Note: Parking garage nearby. DRINKS: ** Water (tap) = (4.25) Very good, Must be filtered;) * Coffee = (3.75) Good...although there's room for improvement FOOD: ** Butter Mint (free) = (4.5) Very Good Treat;) ** Shrimp Cocktail = (4.15) Very good & they added more horseradish this time;) ** Clam Chowder (cup) = (4.15) Very good & they added more clams this time;) ** New England Smash Burger (no mayo) = (4.15) Very good & the salt level was just right this time;) ** Fries = (4.15) Very good w. skins ** Parker House Rolls = (4) very good & shareable ** Snow Crab Claws = (4) very good...slightly small though... ** Blueberry ice Box Pie = (4) very good...although I prefer graham cracker crust

I recently spent a Friday night at the salt line with my girlfriend and it was fantastic. I would highly recommended this restaurant as it has excellent food and a great cocktail list. Our exceptional server, Diana, recommended to us the bucatini and clams and fried clam bellies. Both of which were delicious and definitely will be ordered again. I also tried the cherry on my way cocktail which was super tasty and my girlfriend had the Paloma which she enjoyed very much. The service here was perfect and the food memorable ! I definitely will be back

We heard about their late night happy hour and wanted to try it out after a movie one evening. It wasn't very late when we arrived but the place was not very busy. We got a booth seat close to the bar. Not a big menu but we were there to try to oysters really. Half priced oysters and they were all delicious - fresh, fat, and juicy. Good deal! We also tried some drinks and the stuffed clams. The clams were also good. We will be back again! The restaurant looked pretty big and they have an outdoor seating area but since it was late night they only had the bar area open.

Great addition to Bethesda. Sure fills in the void of Passionfish and McCormick and Schmicks in Bethesda, albeit much smaller space. The space itself is nice and they have a rather large bar area with island bar setup. I can for sure see the bar hopping, especially with their happy hour menu specials. Our waitress was kind and efficient and you can she was trying hard. A for effort. The food menu is rather small, which I found to be a bit tricky when ordering. Appetizers besides their raw oysters was quite limited. They offer parker house rolls which was good and we ate the fried clam bellies which was also tasty (reminds of Hanks Oyster Bar version). I ate their broiled cod piccata as my entree. Looked small from first look but it was filling and very delicious. For desert, had to get their banana split! On the way out, on the hostess stand, they have saltwater taffy! Nice new spot for a good seafood fix in Bethesda.

Finally, a seafood restaurant in downtown Bethesda. Bright, open interior and fantastic food. We started with some oysters, including the Dancing Molly's (light, not too briny), then tried the Coddies and the Stuffies that stand out with their different textures. then I got the fried soft shell crab - a huge monster, with generous breading, but it didn't overpower the flavor of the crab. I also stole several bites of a fried shrimp po'boy that hit the spot, too. We capped it off with a banana split the provided all the creamy sweetness that contrasted with the seafood. I'm glad Salt Line is here for all my seafood cravings. Definitely coming back again soon.

A great seafood restaurant in downtown Bethesda, Md. I had the lobster roll on a buttered slice of bread and it was delicious! Huge chunks of lobster tail, little filler and just a mouth watering experience. We started our lunch with several oysters and they were a very satisfying as well. Topped off the meal with the chocolate cake which is so sweet and savory that I can hardly wait to go back and do it all over again. The restaurant is clean, open with the oceanic motif. Our waiter was good, not great but possibly the slow service could have been the kitchen's doing and not his. Overall 5* even though pricey.

Cute restaurant! The ambiance was really great to have great conversations in booths. The waitstaff are very friendly and attentive

NWDC, Bethesda, and Chevy Chase love any restaurant that reminds them of Nantucket, so there was a lot of buzz when Salt Line opened. In a suburban area lacking any good seafood restaurants, Salt Line seemed way overdue - a bright and fun New England seafood place, with strong cocktails and a big bar for socializing. It's all this, plus it has great seating and service. The crudo is fresh and tasty. Re: oysters, the Dancing Mollys are plump and fresh. Here's the not so good. The prices are a little outrageous. There's a lot of mediocre fried food and soggy fries. The oysters are all East Coast. The crab dip arrives topped with cheese that has separated, with a layer of oil and little crab flavor. It's served with tasteless air fried chips. I like Salt Line, and it's a good addition to the neighborhood. But I'm curious to see how it does in time once the hype wears down and the bar crowd thins. Then the food will matter more.

I would eat at Salt Line again. I'd like to establish myself as a regular. The food was good, the service was fine, and it is convenient. Here is the story. I live in New York City. My wife lives in San Francisco. We lived in Washington, D.C. for years though. My elderly father is by himself in a DC suburb. We have to go, either one of us or both of us, to check on him. We stay in Chevy Chase, Maryland. So we are looking for places that are reliable, for everything. We don't live in DC. We are just there very often. They have regulars. I know from one of those funny moments that, if I were prone to being embarrassed, as in a younger more insecure point in life I was, which happens to everyone, of someone saying hello and you replying, only to realize the good spirits and enthusiasm were not directed at you at all, but someone else standing behind you. We walked in. Two -- not one but two -- waiters greeted us as if we were folks they were eager to see and liked considerably. Except it was an older couple that had come in just afterward. We then had a minor issue. They resolved it with such graciousness. I have the uncanny knack, even when I agree to whatever is proposed, of appearing to be begrudging about it. So I notice when someone is capable of the opposite, being accommodating, even if it is of a special request. We had booked outdoor seating. We had checked the internet. We also had called ahead. We knew our dog would be welcome. That was a key factor in our dining choices. We had an outdoor table reserved. What we had not arranged, however, was for it to be in the shade instead of direct sun. My wife has a bona fide medical condition. I don't mean a personal peccadillo or a self-diagnosed affliction that might or might not have a basis in fact. Due to medications, she cannot be in the sun. It will cause a real problem, and she brings a hat everywhere and takes precautions. The server didn't miss a beat. She had us wait at the bar for a moment. It went fast. We had not even ordered drinks, and we were back under a tree. I had clam belly. My wife had a salad with grilled shrimp. We split the crab dip. We also got, given we were sharing appetizers, the cod fritters (that is the wrong word, balls). The clams were perfect. The salad, with heirloom tomatoes, was a reminder of how fantastic it is to have summer tomatoes. The crab dip is a specialty, and it's something to be recommended for ever table. The cod was okay. I am not complaining. It wasn't seasoned enough. A bit of salt would do the trick. I had the blue cheese martini. I did not realize that was "a thing." They used a stick blender. The blue cheese is in the liquid, emulsified. They add those olives stuffed with more blue cheese. I'd have that without hesitation. I look forward to visiting Salt Line on our next trip.

The oysters were fresh and perfectly shucked and served with just the right amount of accompaniments. The atmosphere is charming, with a cozy yet modern vibe that sets the mood for a memorable dining experience. The service was attentive and knowledgeable, adding to the overall enjoyment of the meal. I do wish the menu had a few more options. The prices are on the higher side, but the oysters are definitely worth it.

This restaurant reminds me of the Oyster Bar in Grand Central. The delicious smells of seafood brought back great memories. Love the variety of items on the menu.

We traveled from New York to Maryland specifically to explore and enjoy good food. The Salt Line was an overall great experience. Although Google Maps indicated they were closed and the phone number was reported as disconnected, we found out through their website that they were indeed open. Upon arrival, we waited at the bar for our table to be prepared. I opted for a Pineapple Nojito with Tito's Vodka, and it was amazing! We started with oysters, which were fantastic, and "stuffies" - stuffed clams - a cleverly named and must-have dish. They were absolutely delicious. Next, we tried their classic cod fish, which was also really good. For dessert, we had chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream. Although the cake was a bit too rich for my taste, the surprise addition of peanuts and caramel made it better and super yummy. The ambiance was perfect, with the decor fitting the coastal theme beautifully, making the experience even more enjoyable. We left full, sleepy, and very satisfied.

I was excited to try this restaurant since it had just opened its location in Bethesda but I was slightly disappointed. The portion sizes of many of their dishes do not correlate to their prices. I would say the only memorable dish I enjoyed were the dancing Molly oysters. All the oysters tasted fresh but the dancing Molly was our table's favorite. The other issue I encountered was that many dessert options were not available as the restaurant sold out of almost everything. Only sorbet and the banana split were available which we did not opt for. Service was nice except our waiter never got back to us about a birthday cake we had for my mom. My family and I wanted to know if there was a cake fee or if bringing our own cake was complimentary. We ended up just cutting the birthday cake at home. Overall ambiance feels cozy and nautical. Nice for a dinner out with family. Not sure if I would return though.

Cheers to our server, Zoe for her pleasant demeanor and super attentive service. Me, my brothers and our Dad, genuinely enjoyed everything about The Salt Line/Bethesda today. We came for the lobster roll buttt supply/demand/quality/market prices weren't in our favor but everything else we ordered in this classy, clean restaurant did not disappoint. FRESH oysters, FRESH clams (in the fried clam bellies, clam chowder and the Bucatini), FRESH ground chuck in the New England Smash Burger ... even the house salad was FRESH. Two MINOR issues - the servings were small buttt it was lunch time so no fault of theirs and the hostess was a lil drab and dry. (Customer service is an attitude - not a department.) However, I still totally recommend you put this on your bucket list and tell HB (the proprietor) you heard about it on Yelp!

The oysters were, good and flavorful, the service was great, but the fact that we couldn't actually order what we wanted due to it being 3:30pm and they apparently don't serve off the menu we were given when we were seated until 4pm... Kind of disappointing really... So I had my oysters, we both had a drink, left and haven't really decided if we want to go back and try the food but after seeing the reviews of the food we were going to get, we probably won't be back.

Based off a party of 6, the salt line did okay! I enjoyed the appetisers (oysters and crab dip) and my favourite was a dish I didn't order myself but wish I did - the scallops! I also kinda wish they had more options - idk it's limited Service was great in terms of waiters/managers personality but a little rough with timing as they are new to the Bethesda area and still getting into the swing of things. They forgot to bring a drink or 2, needed a kind reminder, and the food wasn't Hot. Probably in order to serve the party all at once. It's a beautiful location however. Great happy hour spot. Spared no expense on decorations and feeling like you're on the pier. So I may need to write another review when they're in full swing as it is recently opened

Going to give this a 4.5. However, they've only been open a week or so, and am happy to give the benefit of the doubt. We came in on a Monday night before 6:30. I called at 5:45 for a reservation, but they couldn't seat us until 8:30, but told us we could try the first come-fist serve bar. We came in and put our names down we were told an hour for a table. We had to wait about 10 minutes for a bar seat and just ate there. Everything was very fresh and delicious. The drinks are great. The bartenders know what they are doing. I had the lobster roll and my husband had the clam bucatini. Everything was great, but my fries were cold. Small thing. The appetizers are really good, but small. Understandably they are made with fresh seafood, but just fyi, the portions of the entrees are much better and some of the appetizers are $20, so go for the main courses for $35-40. We didn't get dessert, but we'll be back. Also excited to try their late night happy hour with discounted oysters.

Happy hour menu is small but three types of half priced oysters...what more could one ask for? Happy hour prices after 9:30pm only. Metro access and county garages close by.

Writing this review much later but The Salt Line was delicious! Our waiter was young but very attentive and helped us decide what to order. The oysters were delicious and I'd definitely recommend the chowder. Ambiance is nice, but still cozy.

My husband and I were celebrating our wedding anniversary last Saturday, 4/20 and made a reservation at 5PM. Upon arrival it took a minute to be greeted/seated. There was an old man who seemed to be a manager and young lady at the counter. The old man made no eye contact with us and walked away to the bar area. That seemed pretty rude, but then the young lady greeted us and confirmed our reservation and noted our anniversary as well. From there our server came to us and was very attentive and great! The food that came out was delicious as well. Our server had great customer service! The only reason for a mediocre review is due to that older gentlemen/manager that I mentioned previously. Prior to getting our entree's I had to use the restroom and when I came out to go back to our table this older man was standing in the corner of the bar area. I had to walk by him and as I looked at his face he had a demeaning look, which made me feel VERY uncomfortable. I told my husband this when I got back to the table and we carried on eating as our entree's came shortly thereafter. We then asked for the check and gave the server our credit card. He must have gotten busy as the restaurant had many more customers and the person who gave us the final receipts was this older gentlemen guy who I already felt uncomfortable with. Not a "thank you", not a "I hope you enjoyed your meal", NOT a single word came out of his mouth and he still had that demeaning look on his face. He just put the pad/pen on the table (not even handing it to one of us) and walked away. Right after he walked away my husband immediately said "way to ruin such a great experience". I felt the absolute same way. TL,DR - Food and servers are great! The older man who I believe was a manager left a very bad impression on this place. It was my first time going and I don't feel comfortable going back. P.S.- If going for a special occasion they do not offer any type of courtesy dessert (Not expected, but always a nice touch when restaurants put in the effort to make it a special day for you).

I took a weekend trip to visit my girl. We came here twice (fri & sat) for the late night happy hour. Half priced oysters, shrimp cocktail and drinks after 9:30pm. Everything was delicious, prepared very well and the drinks were good too. We've come to the conclusion that this will be our weekend nightcap spot when ever we decide to go out.

The crab dip is different I would recommend they do bread instead of chips. The clam chowder needs work the breadcrumbs taste burnt. I was disappointed they were out of a lot of main entrees and what I really wanted to get was the bucatini clam pasta. My boyfriend ordered oysters he said they were really good just missing hot sauce . The ambiance is really modern and comfy. I like the decor and the booths.

I ordered the Portuguese stew and it was quite inedible. One has to try to make it through this dish

Went with family for an afternoon holiday meal. Waiter took order for apps and drinks. Ordered oysters and some apps. 30 min later waiter returned to say he lost the order sheet with our oysters and asked us to complete it again. Placed our main lunch order. We received the oysters 30 min later. It was another 30 min after that until we got our lunch (90) min from sitting down. Lunch was ok,fry's were cold, likely had been sitting in the window waiting to be brought to the table a while. Waiter never checked on table, or asked if we needed anything, I had to go to the bar to get more iced tea to have with my meal. Place was practically empty, so no excuse for poor service and lack of attention. When we received the bill, tip for "large party" (there were 6 of us) was already included so on top of a poor experience, non caring staff, we had no control of the tip (waiter knew it all along, clearly and simply did not care). So, not the holiday family experience we were hoping for, a disappointment. I would suggest so many other places to enjoy more.

Mediocre food. Out of lobster rolls and waitress said crab was no good and steered us to a burger even though I came for fish. Find some place else