WELCOME
ON St. Elmo is a vibrant fusion of restaurant, lounge, and entertainment venue. Located at 4915 St. Elmo Avenue in the heart of Downtown Bethesda, this lively space showcases American coastal, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine amidst an atmosphere brimming with creativity and flair.
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Bad Behavior: Villains
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Bad Behavior: Secrets
UPCOMING EVENTS
Calendar of Events
From late-night sets with DJ José Scott to live acoustic music, themed dance parties, our monthly Comedy Bunker, Flying Buddha aerial showcases, and Bad Behavior pole cabaret experiences, there’s always something happening at ON St. Elmo.
Saturday Afterdark with DJ José Scott: October 10 at 9:30pm
When the sun goes down, the party starts at ON St. Elmo. Join us for Saturday Afterdark as DJ José Scott takes over the lounge at 9:30 PM, spinning the beats that keep the dance floor moving until close.
Grab handcrafted cocktails with your crew, order from our late-night menu starting at 11 PM, and make it a night to remember.
Come eat, drink, and dance with us!
No Spring Chicken Social Club: 80s Dance Party, October 21 at 6:30pm
Get ready to dance, laugh, and relive the decade of big hair, bold moves, and unforgettable music with Sarah Frances Williams leading our 80s Social Dance Party!
Whether you lived through the 80s or simply love the music, this night is for YOU. No dance experience needed — just bring your best 80s spirit, your friends, and maybe your leg warmers!
No judgment. No pressure. Just great music, fun moves, and a room full of cool people ready to have a good time.
Hosted by Shruthi & Alicia of the No Spring Chicken Social Club — creating joyful, social experiences for all the Queen-agers & King-agers who know that you’re never too old to hit the dance floor!
🎤 Big hair. Bigger moves. Totally rad vibes.
Let’s dance like it’s 1985!
ON St. Elmo Comedy Bunker 19: Rob Maher, Saturday, October 24, 7PM - 9PM
The best stand-up in the DMV returns to Bethesda! Headliner Rob Maher brings credits from Comedy Central’s Hart of the City, Comedy Central’s Up Next semi-finals, his 2021 Dry Bar Comedy special If You Can Make It Here…, a No. 1 iTunes comedy album, and USO tours across 20+ countries.
Joining him: Sandi Benton, a DC-raised, NY-based comic known for warm, deeply personal autobiographical humor and features on Voices of America; Kadeem Richardson, a Detroit-born comedian, writer, and scientist featured on Fox’s Empire with sets at the DC Improv, Laugh Factory, and Second City; and Pete Bergen, a gruff-but-lovable veteran of the DC Improv and Drafthouse Comedy Theater circuits, 18+ years in recovery, and a regular panelist on Fox 5 DC’s Like It Or Not and The Final 5. Don’t miss this stacked lineup!
Flying Buddha Presents: Nightmare on St. Elmo, October 24 at 7:30pm
Aerial Hammock, Lyra & Chains Halloween Showcase + Costume Party
Grab your best costume and get ready for a night of dinner, drinks, and spooky aerial dance! Students and teachers from Flying Buddha Studio take the stage for a live showcase featuring hammock, lyra, and chains—expect spooky, seductive, playful, and everything in between.
Sip signature Halloween cocktails, feast on American coastal, Mediterranean–inspired cuisine, and dance until the witching hour with a live DJ.
Expect wicked aerial tricks, wild energy, and more than a few treats.
Reserve your table now!
Live Acoustic: Greg Derby, October 28 at 7pm
Join us Wednesday, October 28, from 7 to 10 PM for an evening of original songs from DC-area singer-songwriter Greg Derby.
Greg has been writing and recording his original music since he was fifteen years old and growing up in the suburbs of Philadelphia. Drawing from a multitude of musical influences, including the classic rock of the ’60s and ’70s, the new wave, alternative, and grunge rock of the ’80s and ’90s, outlaw country, and modern Americana and folk, Greg’s music spans a variety of styles and tempos but always with a focus on storytelling. His sound and style are similar to classic American recording artists like Counting Crows, Tom Petty, John Mellencamp, and Bruce Springsteen.
You can find Greg’s music on all streaming services under the band name Story Street.
Flying Buddha Presents — Bad Behavior: Villains, OCTOBER 29 AT 8:30PM
Heroes follow the rules.
Villains write them.
This October, Bad Behavior returns with its darkest production yet. Villains is a theatrical pole cabaret celebrating the unforgettable characters audiences secretly love most.
Across six captivating acts, you’ll encounter criminal masterminds, queens of darkness, seductive manipulators, monsters, and agents of chaos brought to life through pole dance, movement, music, and immersive storytelling.
Set inside the intimate Side Bar at ON St. Elmo, this 90-minute experience combines cinematic performances with handcrafted cocktails and an energetic nightlife atmosphere.
Whether you’re drawn to comic book legends, gothic queens, classic movie villains, or the beautifully misunderstood antihero, Villains invites you to embrace your dark side for one unforgettable night.
One stage. Six acts. No heroes.
Flying Buddha Presents: NIGHTMARE ON ST. ELMO JUNIORS' EDITION, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 AT 7:30PM
Junior Aerial Dance Student Showcase + Costume Party
Grab your costume and get ready for a hauntingly fun evening! Watch as Flying Buddha’s junior students take the stage with aerial performances that are spooky, mysterious, playful, and everything in between in this family-friendly event.
Enjoy signature Halloween cocktails, feast on American Coastal, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, and celebrate these young performers with a live DJ and festive energy.
Reserve your table now!
ON & On Happy Hour
Join us Wednesday through Saturday for a luxury lounge atmosphere with Happy Hour drink & menu specials from 5–7PM, plus a late-night Happy Hour 11pm-close.
Whether you’re planning a stylish night out, a date night, or a celebration with friends, ON St. Elmo delivers the perfect blend of great food, crafted cocktails, and a dancefloor-ready vibe. Start with Happy Hour, stay for dinner, and end the night with our late-night menu — created for after-hours cravings without ever leaving the lounge.
Reservations are strongly encouraged for the best experience. Bring your friends, book your table, and make ON St. Elmo your new happy hour tradition.
HOURS
Wednesday & Thursday, 5pm – 12am
Friday & Saturday, 5pm – 2am
Sundays, 12pm – 11pm
Brunch 11am – 3pm (Saturday)
Happy Hour, 5pm – 7pm (Wednesday – Saturday)
Dinner, 5pm – 11pm (Wednesday – Saturday)
Late night menu, 11pm – close (Wednesday – Saturday)
Closed
- Christmas Day
- New Year’s Day
- Thanksgiving
Private & Semi-Private Events
ON St. Elmo is a restaurant, bar, lounge, live entertainment, and events venue built for memorable gatherings. We host everything from social celebrations and corporate events to mitzvahs and full venue buy-outs, with flexible spaces and a dedicated events team to bring your vision to life.
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