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About Villain & Saint - MD
Villain & Saint - MD was a locally loved rock ’n’ roll hall and gastropub located in Bethesda, Maryland. Opened to bring an intimate live music experience to the DC area, the venue emphasized clear sightlines to the central stage, a long bar, and a dance floor that encouraged connection between performers and guests. Although the Bethesda building was slated for redevelopment and the space as originally configured is no longer operating under the same name, the area remains a hub for live music and dining. This page provides context and practical details to help you plan a visit to similar venues in the Bethesda area, including parking, transit, and nearby hotel and dining options.
Key location: 7141 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814. The venue was historically adjacent to a surface parking lot behind the building and was just a short walk from the Bethesda Metro on the Red Line. For fans exploring the DC music scene, nearby hotels and eateries offer convenient options for before or after shows.
If you’re planning a night out for live music in Bethesda, consider nearby hotel options like Hyatt Regency Bethesda, Marriott Bethesda Downtown, or The Bethesdan Hotel for convenient stays. For dining, look to nearby gastropubs and restaurants within walking distance or a quick ride from the venue area. While the original Bethesda space closed and redevelopment progressed, the legacy of intimate, live rock experiences continues in the region with other venues in the area and, in some cases, reimagined spaces under new names. If you’re seeking a similar vibe, we’ll help you find current shows, secure your seats, and connect you with trusted hotel and dining partners to make your night effortless.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Bethesda location: 7141 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814; opened 2015, closed October 2019.
- Venue type: rock ’n’ roll music hall and gastropub; described as intimate with sightlines to the stage.
- Seating/chart: interior featured a long bar (about 25 seats) and a central stage with a dance floor; no publicly published full seating chart or capacity numbers.
- Parking: venue described as backing onto a surface parking lot behind the building.
- Transit: located a short walk from the Bethesda Metro (Red Line).
- Nearby hotels: within walking distance/short drive include Hyatt Regency Bethesda (One Bethesda Metro Center, 7400 Wisconsin Ave), Marriott Bethesda Downtown (7707 Woodmont Ave), and The Bethesdan Hotel (8120 Wisconsin Ave).
- Notable events: hosted DC-area bands (e.g., Marcus King Band performed there multiple times; Black Masala also played), with the space used for live music before closure.
- Demolished/renamed: the Bethesda building was slated for redevelopment and demolition; the venue did not relocate as Villain & Saint in Bethesda. Atlantic City location remains active under Ocean Casino Resort.