Wild Tomato

An "oasis in a food desert", this "sorely needed" Cabin John bistro turns out "enjoyable" pizza and other "all-American" "genuine comfort" fare that will "satisfy almost anyone" – and for a "reasonable price"; despite the "informal", "plain" setting, it's often "jammed", though the "young" servers are nevertheless "attentive."

In this casual offshoot of his Persimmon restaurant in downtown Bethesda, chef Damian Salvatore takes American dining to a whole different crowd in the ’burbs. Located in a small strip mall in the upscale part of Cabin John/Potomac, Wild Tomato can get quite crowded, as folks have learned that the place’s generous portions mean eating well without breaking the budget. That being the case, pace...