The Bench - Gaithersburg Marriott

3.9

66 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Nov 26, 2024

11:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

Great for brunch
Great for outdoor dining
Romantic

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
Neighborhood
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

Experiences

Thanksgiving Brunch @ The Bench 2024
$62.00 per person
Prepaid
Nov 28, 2024 only
On Thursday, November 28th, we are hosting a Thanksgiving Day brunch. Come join us from 12pm until 3pm (last seating at 2:15pm) and enjoy our live omelet and waffle station plus so much more! Adult Buffet $62; Kids Buffet (7-12) $30; and Kids Buffet (6 and under) Free. An addition of 18% service charge and taxes will be added to the final check ($76.88).

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

Flatbread

Also available in Gluten Free upon request

Caprese$14.00
Fresh Mozzarella, Heirloom Tomatoes, Balsamic Glazed, Sundried Pesto Sauce, Basil
Godfather$15.00
Salami, Soppressata, Capicola, Pepperoncini, Pomodoro Sauce, Provolone
Crab Flatbread$16.00
Crab Meat, Béchamel Sauce, Exotic Mushroom, Arugula, Old Bay
Antipasto*$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 Day$8.00
ask server; Crafted Daily
Maryland Crab Soup$9.00
Herb Infused Oil, Oyster Crackers (Contains Gluten)
Simple Greens*$13.00
Mesclun, Carrot Ribbon, Local Farm Heirloom Tomatoes, Red Onions, English Cucumbers, Herb Balsamic
Roasted Beets$14.00
Goat Cheese Mousse, Watermelon Radish, Arugula, Thyme Champagne Vinaigrette
Classic Caesar Salad$12.00
Romaine Hearts, Shaved Parmesan, House-Made Crouton, Caesar Dressing

Burgers & Sandwiches

The Ultimate Hummus and Ratatouille Wrap$18.00
Roasted Zucchini, Eggplant, Peppers, Yellow Squash, Artichoke Hearts, Hummus Spread, Sundried Tomato Wrap
Crispy Chicken Sandwich$17.00
Brioche Bun, Wild Arugula, Spicy Thousand Island
The Bench Burger$19.00
8oz Burger, Chapel's Creamery Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Grilled Onions, Bench Sauce, B&B Pickles
Turkey B.L.T$18.00
House Roasted Turkey, Sourdough Ciabatta, Bacon, Arugula, Tomato, Dijonnaise
Smoked Brisket French Dip$18.00
Thin Sliced Brisket, Gruyere, Onions, Mushrooms, Ciabatta, Cornichons, Au Jus
Maryland Jumbo Lump Crab Cake$28.00
Brioche Bun, Bib Lettuce, Tomato, House-Made Tartar Sauce, Coleslaw

Signature Entrées

Available from 5PM-10PM

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

What 66 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
4Service
3.7Ambience
2.7Value

Noise • Moderate

66 Reviews

TB
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
Washington DC
11 reviews
vip
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
Washington DC
11 reviews
vip
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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RevDrP
Washington DC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
My sister and I had reservations for Mother's Day Brunch. The restaurant was quiet, and the main seating area had a lot of empty tables, but we were asked to be seated elsewhere. Madison (The Manager) arranged for us to sit inside the room. with everyone else. Thank you. The food and drinks were great. I thought it was slightly overpriced, but we had a great time. Thank you!
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mcguinc
Baltimore
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food selection and quality was fantastic. There were options for every type of diet. Utilizing the conference area in the back allowed for tables to be spaced farther apart, creating a quieter atmosphere. The staff came around to grab empty plates; otherwise, they left you completely alone to enjoy your meal and your family time.
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OpenTable Diner
West Virginia
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Food was average. Nothing that wowed us to make us go back.
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FAQs

The Bench - Gaithersburg Marriott is rated 3.9 stars by 66 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 26, 2024

11:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for The Bench - Gaithersburg Marriott

9751 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878

Additional information

Cross street
Fields Rd
Neighborhood
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

Thanksgiving Brunch @ The Bench 2024

Starters

Taste of the Mediterranean Dips$15.00

Smoked Brisket Mix Fries Poutine$16.00

Grilled Shrimp Lettuce Wrap$15.00

Jumbo Wings$14.00

Grilled Peri Chicken Skewers$14.00

Bavarian Pretzels$13.00

Flatbread

Caprese$14.00

Godfather$15.00

Crab Flatbread$16.00

Antipasto*$15.00

Soup & Salads

Soup of the Day$8.00

Maryland Crab Soup$9.00

Simple Greens*$13.00

Roasted Beets$14.00

Classic Caesar Salad$12.00

Burgers & Sandwiches

The Ultimate Hummus and Ratatouille Wrap$18.00

Crispy Chicken Sandwich$17.00

The Bench Burger$19.00

Turkey B.L.T$18.00

Smoked Brisket French Dip$18.00

Maryland Jumbo Lump Crab Cake$28.00

Signature Entrées

Frenched Chicken Breast$26.00

Crab Cake$33.00

Grilled Bistro Filet$35.00

Seared Salmon*$28.00

Capellini Pesto$24.00

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