As others have mentioned, there are many great restaurants. The Landmark Bethesda Row Cinema is a good place to check out independent films. You can also pick up the Crescent Trail near the Honda dealership across from the Barnes and Noble book store. If you work in the area, there are great places for happy hour. The Bethesda library on Arlington is decent. The nightlife, in general, is non existant, unless you are hungry and want to have a few drinks.