Crossing the threshold of Bouboulina at Pike & Rose in North Bethesda feels like stepping into another world. The light and airy lounge and bar at the front of the house gives way to a dark, sophisticated back room decorated with paintings and soundtracked by jazz music.
In a way, the restaurant’s décor reflects the blending of two ideas at the heart of the concept: combining classic American steakhouse fare with the naturalistic, ingredient-focused traditions of Greek cuisine.
Named for Laskarina Bouboulina, a female admiral who fought in the Greek War of Independence, Bouboulina opened in 2025 as the latest project from the team behind Mediterranean-inspired restaurants including Melina and Julii, as well as Cava Mezze and its fast-casual counterpart, Cava…