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ala | Bethesda

Levantine cooking in Bethesda. The weekday lunch is two dishes for $25, and their week starts a week early on Aug 17.

Levantine · Bethesda · Aug 17–Sept 6, 2026 · $$ · menu checked Aug 26

drink pairingAug 17Sept 6dairy-freegluten-freeveganvegetarian

Good Deal when ordered from the regular dinner menu, the same 4 courses run about $74 a person; Restaurant Week dinner is $55. 4 courses instead of the usual three. Here’s how we calculate it.

(202) 717-1166ala-dc.com
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STARTERSServed
  • Spreads
  • Cold Mezzes
  • Cheeses
  • Olives
  • Seafood
  • Charcuterie
  • Deviled Eggs
  • Salad Station
  • Yogurt
  • JAMS
  • Dried Nuts
  • Fruits
SWEETSServed
  • Fruit Station
  • Layali Lubnan
  • Dark Chocolate Mousse
  • Blintz
  • Kadayif
  • Baklava
  • Tulumba
  • Brownie
  • Donuts
  • Muffins
  • Fruit Tarts
  • Chocolate Fountain
  • Waffles
OVENServed
  • Pita Bread
  • Garlic Bread
  • Roll French
  • Pita Chips
  • Challah Knots
  • Focaccia Bread
  • Variety Cookies
  • Danish
EGGSServed
  • Scrambled Eggs
  • Shakshuka
VEGETABLEServed
  • Karanab
  • Batata Hara
  • Mashed Potatoes
  • Golden Cauliflower
  • Onion Soup
FROM THE OVENServed
  • Cheese Borek
  • Lamb Bi Ajeen
LAND (hot station)Served
  • Tawook Schnitzel
  • Adana Meatball
  • Pulled Short Ribs
  • Beef Sausage
  • Braised Lamb
  • Chicken Casserole
  • Turkey Bacon
SEAFOOD (hot station)Served
  • Steamed Lavraki
  • Shrimp Casserole
To Drink+$12
  • Bottomless drinks
brunch · $35
About ala | Bethesda

Welcome to a culinary journey through the heart of the Levant as we proudly announce the expansion of our beloved Levantine restaurant to the vibrant city of Bethesda. ala transports you to the sun-kissed shores and rich culinary traditions of the Levantine region. Nestled discreetly within a charming corner of the city, Michelin-rated restaurant ala invites you on an unforgettable journey through the flavors and aromas of the Mediterranean.