The Bench - Gaithersburg Marriott

Name: The Bench - Gaithersburg Marriott
Address: 9751 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD, United States, 20878
Telephone: (301) 590-0044
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 3.9

3.9

69 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Dec 28, 2024

9:00 p.m.

Great for brunch
Great for outdoor dining
Great for scenic views

You’ll find a delicious seat for life’s events at The Bench - a restaurant, bar and lakeside patio located in Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center at Rio Lakefront. Since opening in April 2013, The Bench offers comfortable furnishings, custom technology cubbies for home-style viewing and outdoor televisions so that you can catch a game or the sunset over the lake. Whether you are dining inside, outside or grabbing to-go, our Chef-curated menu of regional American and modern infused cuisine is carefully sourced from artisan purveyors and Maryland brewers. The Bench offers high-quality options for romantic dinners, casual happy hours or business meals.

Savor appetizers including Pork Belly Tacos and Crab Dip . Fill up with an inspired selection of salads, sandwiches and entrées, including our signature Bench Burger. Sip on handcrafted cocktails, draft micro-brews and international wine.

Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @gaithersburgmarriott!

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–11:00 am Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
Phone number
(301) 590-0044
Website
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/waswg-gaithersburg-marriott-washingtonian-center/dining/
Payment Options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Bea Legaspi
Private party facilities
Email us at waswgfbmanagers@marriott.com for more info!

Location
9751 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Neighbourhood
Gaithersburg
Cross Street
Fields Rd
Parking details
Complimentary parking is available at the Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center or the Rio Entertainment Complex
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Taste of the Mediterranean DipsUS$15.00
Baba Ghanoush, Hummus, Roasted Veggie Caponata, Lavash Crackers & Pita Bread. Also available in Gluten Free upon request
Smoked Brisket Mix Fries PoutineUS$16.00
Slow Cooked Brisket, Tater Tots, Sweet Potato Fries, French Fries, Potato Wedges, Asiago Cheese, Scallions, Bourbon BBQ Aioli
Grilled Shrimp Lettuce WrapUS$15.00
Butter Head Lettuce, Cucumber, Carrots, Radish, Cilantro Avocado Aioli, Micro Greens
Jumbo WingsUS$14.00
BBQ Rub | Old Bay | Sweet & Spicy | Buffalo | Bee Sting Beer Brine Wings, Served with Carrots, Celery, Ranch
- Substitute for Fried CauliflowerUS$12.00
Grilled Peri Chicken SkewersUS$14.00
Pepper Marinated Oyster Chicken, Garlic Pepper Aioli, Scallions
Bavarian PretzelsUS$13.00
Beer Pimento Dip, Old Country Mustard

Flatbread

Also available in Gluten Free upon request

CapreseUS$14.00
Fresh Mozzarella, Heirloom Tomatoes, Balsamic Glazed, Sundried Pesto Sauce, Basil
GodfatherUS$15.00
Salami, Soppressata, Capicola, Pepperoncini, Pomodoro Sauce, Provolone
Crab FlatbreadUS$16.00
Crab Meat, Béchamel Sauce, Exotic Mushroom, Arugula, Old Bay
Antipasto*US$15.00
Sweet Potato Flat Bread, Plant-Based Cheese, Roasted Seasonal Vegetables, Balsamic Glazed

Soup & Salads

Grilled Chicken +$7 | Steak +$12 | Grilled Salmon +$12 | Old Bay Shrimp +$12 | Crab Cake +$18

Soup of the DayUS$8.00
ask server; Crafted Daily
Maryland Crab SoupUS$9.00
Herb Infused Oil, Oyster Crackers (Contains Gluten)
Simple Greens*US$13.00
Mesclun, Carrot Ribbon, Local Farm Heirloom Tomatoes, Red Onions, English Cucumbers, Herb Balsamic
Roasted BeetsUS$14.00
Goat Cheese Mousse, Watermelon Radish, Arugula, Thyme Champagne Vinaigrette
Classic Caesar SaladUS$12.00
Romaine Hearts, Shaved Parmesan, House-Made Crouton, Caesar Dressing

Burgers & Sandwiches

The Ultimate Hummus and Ratatouille WrapUS$18.00
Roasted Zucchini, Eggplant, Peppers, Yellow Squash, Artichoke Hearts, Hummus Spread, Sundried Tomato Wrap
Crispy Chicken SandwichUS$17.00
Brioche Bun, Wild Arugula, Spicy Thousand Island
The Bench BurgerUS$19.00
8oz Burger, Chapel's Creamery Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Grilled Onions, Bench Sauce, B&B Pickles
Turkey B.L.TUS$18.00
House Roasted Turkey, Sourdough Ciabatta, Bacon, Arugula, Tomato, Dijonnaise
Smoked Brisket French DipUS$18.00
Thin Sliced Brisket, Gruyere, Onions, Mushrooms, Ciabatta, Cornichons, Au Jus
Maryland Jumbo Lump Crab CakeUS$28.00
Brioche Bun, Bib Lettuce, Tomato, House-Made Tartar Sauce, Coleslaw

Signature Entrées

Available from 5PM-10PM

Frenched Chicken BreastUS$26.00
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Green Beans, Herb Butter, Chicken Demi Glaze
Crab CakeUS$33.00
Succotash, Old Bay Corn Gastrique, Chives
Grilled Bistro FiletUS$35.00
Garlic Mashed Potato, Asparagus, Cognac Sauce
Seared Salmon*US$28.00
Forbidden Rice Pilaf, Garlic Broccolini, Citrus Meyer Sauce, Charred Lemon
Capellini PestoUS$24.00
Heirloom Tomatoes, Asparagus, Mushrooms, Plant-Base Pesto, Vegan Parmesan Cheese

What 69 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.9

3.9 based on all time ratings

3.9Food
4.1Service
3.7Ambience
2.7Value

Noise • Moderate

69 Reviews

E
Ella
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food and nice ambiance. Our party of 4 sat in a booth facing the windows with a view of the lake outside. The space was a peaceful setting, near the lobby, but with not many mid-day patrons. Would come back again.
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Ben
Washington DC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Great food and the staff was very friendly and helpful. The buffet included turkey, halibut, prime rib, chicken and they had plenty of great side dishes to include a delicious stuffing, grilled brussels sprouts, and string beans. The ambience could’ve included a little more Thanksgiving background, like a picture backdrop to memorize the day and some holiday music pipped into the seating area. Otherwise, all was great.
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Rebecca
VIP
Houston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very good food and service was very good as well. A tad expensive but quality if turkey and prime rib was excellent for a Thanksgiving lunch!🥪
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TBIgX
Washington DC
14 reviews
3.0
14 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
A great spot to watch a game and eat a nice meal. The butternut squash soup was very good. My French dip sandwich was covered with too much mushroom au jus, not what I am accustomed to for a french dip. Usually the sliced steak and cheese are all that is on the sandwich and you can dip into the au jus to the degree you want. I felt like they were covering up the taste of the meat by putting so much sauce on it. The wait staff was friendly but stretched thin for the number of people to serve, so our service was a bit slow, but done with good cheer and knowledge of the menu.
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Carla
Washington DC
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
I mean - it’s essentially a hotel lobby. It’s ok. I wouldn’t return on purpose.
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ShigekoE
Washington DC
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on February 4, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Buffet was already done and there was no such information on the website we were very disappointed
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
Washington DC
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dining there with our family was a pleasant surprise. The food was really good and the atmosphere was nice. Plenty of TVs if you want to sit back and watch games etc.
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JenniferB
VIP
Washington DC
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The Thanksgiving brunch buffet had a good variety of both breakfast and traditional TG food. My only complaint is that the uncovered food was cold, specifically the French toast. I think I was just was a little expensive for what they offered.
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OpenTable Diner
Indiana
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The buffet was amazing...especially the blintzes, as were all the other items offered.
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Neva
Baltimore
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful place to celebrate Mother's Day. I would love to comeback.
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The Bench - Gaithersburg Marriott is rated 3.9 stars by 69 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 28, 2024

9:00 p.m.

Google Map for The Bench - Gaithersburg Marriott

9751 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878

Additional information

Cross Street
Fields Rd
Neighbourhood
Gaithersburg
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–11:00 am Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Complimentary parking is available at the Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center or the Rio Entertainment Complex
Payment Options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Bea Legaspi
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/waswg-gaithersburg-marriott-washingtonian-center/dining/
Phone number
(301) 590-0044
Private party facilities
Email us at waswgfbmanagers@marriott.com for more info!

The Bench - Gaithersburg Marriott

Make a reservation

Additional information

Starters

Taste of the Mediterranean DipsUS$15.00

Smoked Brisket Mix Fries PoutineUS$16.00

Grilled Shrimp Lettuce WrapUS$15.00

Jumbo WingsUS$14.00

Grilled Peri Chicken SkewersUS$14.00

Bavarian PretzelsUS$13.00

Flatbread

CapreseUS$14.00

GodfatherUS$15.00

Crab FlatbreadUS$16.00

Antipasto*US$15.00

Soup & Salads

Soup of the DayUS$8.00

Maryland Crab SoupUS$9.00

Simple Greens*US$13.00

Roasted BeetsUS$14.00

Classic Caesar SaladUS$12.00

Burgers & Sandwiches

The Ultimate Hummus and Ratatouille WrapUS$18.00

Crispy Chicken SandwichUS$17.00

The Bench BurgerUS$19.00

Turkey B.L.TUS$18.00

Smoked Brisket French DipUS$18.00

Maryland Jumbo Lump Crab CakeUS$28.00

Signature Entrées

Frenched Chicken BreastUS$26.00

Crab CakeUS$33.00

Grilled Bistro FiletUS$35.00

Seared Salmon*US$28.00

Capellini PestoUS$24.00

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