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The Bench - Gaithersburg Marriott

3.9 (70)
$30 and under
American
9751 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878

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The Bench - Gaithersburg Marriott

3.9
$30 and under
American
Gaithersburg

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for brunch
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
Discover The Bench, a restaurant, bar, and lakeside patio at the Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center on Rio Lakefront. Since 2013, The Bench has offered comfortable indoor seating, outdoor TVs, and cozy tech-friendly spaces perfect for catching a game or sunset. Enjoy a Chef‑curated menu of regional American and modern infused cuisine, featuring artisan purveyors and Maryland brewers. Savor favorites like Pork Belly Tacos, Crab Dip, fresh salads, sandwiches, and our signature Bench Burger, along with handcrafted cocktails, microbrews, and international wines.
Parking Policy

• 0–2 hours free with a $20 minimum restaurant spend to receive a validation code from the manager.

Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @gaithersburgmarriott!

Additional information

  • 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

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at The Bench - Gaithersburg Marriott.

3.9

3.9
(70)
  • 3.9Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 3.8Ambience
  • 2.8Value

Noise • Moderate

70 Reviews
  1. Elizabeth Gold

    Washington DC16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 8, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I had my birthday brunch at this nice place . I come here often love the place cozy clean and close to my house Great team work

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  2. Josette

    South Carolina3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice spacious location by the Rio lake, friendly staff, delicious food, a little expensive, tranquil enjoyable atmosphere.

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  3. Brigitte

    Baltimore2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on November 27, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Disappointed. We had a 1:30 reservation, for which my husband and I were on time, for the Thanksgiving Buffet Brunch which ended at 2:30. We had never done this before for Thanksgiving and were really looking forward to making a day of it as it is now just the two of us. Private note left below.

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  4. Nonie

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I highly recommend the Bench Restaurant in Rio. Wonderful staff, very friendly and hospitable. The food’s great, presentation is very appealing and most of all delicious. We love the happy hour which ends at 7 pm so go there early .

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  5. Priscilla Gold

    Washington DC67 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had not been to The Bench for dinner since our wedding at the Marriott Washingtonian. Our dinner was remarkable. Our waiter was one of the best we have ever had, which made our dinner even more enjoyable. We will be back!

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  6. Ella

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    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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  7. Ben

    Washington DC1 review

    4.0

    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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  8. Rebecca

    Houston10 reviews

    5.0

    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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  9. TBIgX

    Washington DC19 reviews

    3.0

    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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  10. Carla Gold

    Washington DC6 reviews

    2.0

    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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Additional information

  • 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

FAQs

The Bench leans toward a quieter, more peaceful vibe, guests describe a tranquil atmosphere and note there are not many mid-day patrons.

Yes, The Bench offers a lakeside patio where guests can dine outdoors, enjoy outdoor TVs, and take in views of the Rio Lakefront.

The Bench highlights its signature Bench Burger as a stand-out, a house favorite called out in the restaurant’s description.

The Bench is a cozy, lakeside casual spot with comfortable indoor seating, tech-friendly spaces and outdoor TVs; guests repeatedly describe it as tranquil, peaceful, and served by friendly staff.

Casual dress, comfortable, relaxed attire is appropriate and nothing formal is expected.

The Bench is great for an early happy-hour visit, arrive during the daily 4–7 pm happy hour for drinks by the lake; mid‑day visits also tend to be quieter with fewer patrons.

Yes, The Bench offers a daily happy hour (4–7 pm), and the hotel’s parking policy provides 0–2 hours free with a $20 minimum and manager validation.

The Bench has comfortable indoor seating and a full bar, plus a lakeside patio, guests also describe booth seating with windows that look out over the lake.

Yes, The Bench’s drinks include handcrafted cocktails, microbrews, and international wines, and the restaurant runs a daily happy hour.

The Bench, Gaithersburg Marriott posts: Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am, Sat–Sun 7:00 am–11:00 am; Dinner daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm; Happy Hour daily 4:00 pm–7:00 pm.

Any day is a good pick, dinner and happy hour run daily (happy hour 4:00 pm–7:00 pm), and guests frequently enjoy brunches and celebratory meals here.

For large events like the Thanksgiving buffet, guests reported plentiful selections and ample side dishes, leaving diners satisfied.

Yes, The Bench's lakeside setting and a consistently quiet, classy atmosphere, along with several guests' special‑occasion and anniversary dinners, make it a lovely choice for a night out.

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The Bench - Gaithersburg Marriott

3.9
$30 and under
American
Gaithersburg

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
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