The Barking Dog is one of the last true neighborhood bars. We pride ourselves on treating out of town visitors just like Maryland locals. The Barking Dog has been pouring a killer selection of traditional and craft beers, mixing up great cocktails and serving delicious bar food for over a decade. Here you will find the character and atmosphere you can't get from a big restaurant chain. We invite you to raise a drink or two with us and to sing and dance if you are out celebrating. Business and restaurant professionals alike have called The Barking Dog home after a hard day at the office or a hard night serving customers. We know that you will have a great time no matter what night of the week you decide to stop by.
Ordering takeout was a quick and painless phone call. A short walk from the southern Bethesda main drag, the bartender was quick to accommodate me while I waited for the meal to be wrapped up. The food was still hot when I returned home. I ordered the Hickory Smash burger which was excellent in just about every way, although I couldn't find a bit of BBQ sauce on it. This was easily fixed with the copious amounts of sauce packets they included, and while not exactly as described, was incredibly delicious. The fries weren't bad either, and with a little more salt and/or seasoning could've been perfect. Considering that this meal was consumed without any alcohol, it stood very well on its own and provided a good deal of value despite the elevated Bethesda food prices.
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Cameron Nail
May 7, 2026
5.0
Only real bar in the area
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Mike W
May 6, 2026
5.0
One of my favorite spots. Great beer selection, great music. You can’t ask for much else.
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Ang D
Apr 22, 2026
5.0
The crab dip was delicious! Had an Orange crush which was also amazing!!
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Bob L. Phishmann
Apr 16, 2026
1.0
Id love to talk the owner and educate him as to what the state and federal laws for service animals are before he continues to illegally harass service dogs and improperly coach his employees.
Usually their social media manager (i am assuming johns wife) has some quippy clapback but so far no response, which speaks volumes to their character and professionalism.
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