Downtown Days

Downtown Bethesda is the dining out mecca for the health-conscious. From grab-n-go breads to a quick bite at a cafe to fine dining, Elm St. offers options for all your special nutrition concerns.

Le Pain Quotidien

Menu provides precise caloric information for portion control and health-conscious decisions.

Menu highlights:

• Gluten Free buckwheat quiche filled with fresh veggies
• Wheat-free spelt bread
• Fresh salads with heart-healthy fish
• Steel cut oatmeal with or without omega 3 boost
• Soft boiled eggs
• Organic omelettes stuffed with vegetables

Spring Mill Bakery

Fresh bread made with simple, whole ingredients. The bakery support independently owned farms and uses raw wind energy.

Menu highlights:

• Spelt bread baked fresh on Tuesday and Thursday is wheat free!
• Vegan loafs with molasses
• Boxed lunches and catering menu
• Build your own sandwiches on specialty bread

Rock Creek

Features seasonal foods and light entree options. The restaurant uses local, sustainable, fresh and organic products. Meals which are nutritionally conscious without skimping on taste and flavor.

Menu highlights:

• Nutritional information posted
• Fresh fish – pan seared scallops, sockeye salmon
• Seasonal vegetable sides - bok choy, spinach, and squash
• Creative appetixers – nori crusted tuna, roasted butternut squash soup with pumpkin seed oil