Have a wonderful night out in Bethesda's favorite bistro. Mon Ami Gabi is also an Editor's Pick in the restaurant guide of the Washington Post, where Tom Sietsema lauds it for ambience (leather banquettes, long-aproned waiters, jazz), gracious service and for being "a reliable spot for a meat eater...steaks dolloped with herbed butter...or a bordelaise rich with wine and herbs."

The rolling wine cart, with a wide selection by the glass, also comes in for praise, while the crowd is "a snapshot of tony Bethesda" in a "convivial setting."