Saphire Cafe
About
Dive Bars, American (Traditional), Asian Fusion
Price Range : $11-30 ($$)
Location
Adress: 7940 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: (301) 986-9708
Work Hours
Business info
- turned_in_notHappy Hour SpecialsYes
- list_altTakes ReservationsYes
- directions_carDeliveryYes
- move_to_inboxTake-outYes
- credit_cardAccepts Credit CardsYes
- thumb_upGood ForLate Night
- local_parkingParkingStreet, Private Lot
- directions_bikeBike ParkingYes
- turned_in_notWheelchair AccessibleYes
- accessibilityGood for KidsNo
- groupGood for GroupsYes
- insert_emoticonAmbienceDivey, Casual
- volume_upNoise LevelLoud
- music_noteGood For DancingYes
- local_barAlcoholFull Bar
- turned_in_notGood For Happy HourYes
- calendar_todayBest NightsWed, Fri, Sat
- turned_in_notSmokingOutdoor Area / Patio Only
- transit_enterexitOutdoor SeatingYes
- wifiWi-FiFree
- tvHas TVYes
- turned_in_notWaiter ServiceYes
- fastfoodCatersNo
- scatter_plotHas Pool TableYes
Reviews
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Rao K.
We had excellent food and lunch experience at the restaurant. Shweta did an excellent job with customer service.
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DelRica J.
Awesome drinks, great atmosphere, phenomenal bartenders!!! Will is the greatest ever and eager to please. All the ingredients necessary to return.
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Ryan G.
This place tries to be a dive bar when it really isn't a true dive bar. That said, the counter is friendly and the drinks are cheapish. It's a fun place to go with a group of friends. I would say between my three go-to bars in Bethesda (Tapp'd, Brickside, and here), this one comes in second under Brickside. I'll go there again come next hockey season.
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Kiaira B.
A dive bar in Bethesda...who knew...
A few of my co-workers love going here because it pretty chill and not pretentious. That being said it is a dive bar. Bar attenders WILL ignore you if you are talking or having a convo. Food is sloppy, greasy but so good. Don't come here counting calories. Drinks can be strong but lack flavor, no mixologist here. In the summer they have the poppin outside tiki porch area in the back. A lot of people smoke out there. There is pinball inside.
Bathrooms can be sketch and COLD in the winter. When I went the hot water seemed non existent in the bathroom but it was so cold I didn't want to wait around to find out if the frigid water would turn room temperature.
Great place to hang out and have a good time. Nice decor inside.
Good drinks, good prices, dive bar. -
Natasha L.
It depends why you're here. If you're looking for the after party (in a town with little nightlife), this is the place, especially on the weekends when you are coming from Bethesda jazz and blues club up the the street or even anywhere else.
They 99:/ of time (though you should call in advance) have a Dj spinning and dance space with good mood lighting by front windows, long bar and pin ball for those who enjoy or out back tiki bar with smoking for those inclined.
It's the last of the last in terms of legendary dive bars but I'd give it an higher ranking than a dive bar, it's actually pretty cool, big space, not too brightly lit, strong drinks. On the way to everywhere Maryland or edge of dc. Worthwhile spot to check out and definitely has provided a great night's end every time I've gone.