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True Food Kitchen - Rio Lakefront, Gaithersburg, MD

True Food Kitchen - Rio Lakefront

4.4
4.4
562 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 24 times today
  • Healthy
  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Innovative
True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. Our menu features food and drinks crafted with nutrient-dense ingredients and carefully sourced proteins from the world’s most responsible and sustainable growers, farmers and producers. Expand your palate with our Edamame Dumplings, grab a bite of comfort food with our Grass-fed Burger or Lasagna Bolognese, or enjoy lighter fare with our O.G. Tuscan Kale Salad with Grilled Sustainable Salmon. Regardless of the occasion, we know our Gaithersburg guests leave feeling energized, satisfied and most importantly, feeling great. Located in Gaithersburg at rio Lakefront, off of Rio Boulevard, next to Yard House. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Phone number
    (240) 821-6660
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Whether you're hosting a celebration or corporate event, we welcome you to explore True Food Kitchen’s private dining and catering options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Area
    Gaithersburg
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 562 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Maryland - DC Suburbs

    Innovative

  • Maryland - DC Suburbs

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
True Food Kitchen at Rio Lakefront offers an inviting atmosphere with standout service and a seasonal menu that delights with fresh, creative dishes. Guests appreciate the "wonderful dining experience" with "great food that's also good for you," although some find it a bit "pricey." Unique cocktails and vegan options enhance the appeal.

562 Reviews
  1. Jayanti

    Washington DC

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Our food took forever to arrive and it was only after we inquired with two different servers that our server showed up. When the food finally arrived, the server apologized and said their kitchen was busy but the food we got was cold. So looks like the food was ready and waiting for a while before it was served. The food was bland, I asked for an ingredient to be taken off my dish and the server asked me if I wanted to substitute it with tofu, since it was a substitution I said ok, but when I got the check I was charged for the tofu as an add on. Had I known I wouldn’t have agreed to the substitution. Overall the food was severely Underwhelming, service was extremely poor and I didn’t enjoy my time. I won’t be going back.
    True Food Kitchen - Rio LakefrontResponded on 11 November 2024
    We're sorry to hear about your disappointing experience, Jayanti. Thank you for bringing these issues to our attention, and we'll work on improving our service and communication. I would like to have a conversation about how we can improve and possibly have you come back to give you an authentic True Food experience. You could reach out to me at 240-821-6660, my name is Aaron, I am the Executive Chef. We once again apologize for missing the mark with you. We thank you for your patronage and hope to welcome you back soon.

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  2. Alan

    Washington DC

    110 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    110 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    True Food has unique and delicious entrees. I enjoy trying to decide what to order.
    True Food Kitchen - Rio LakefrontResponded on 12 November 2024
    Thank you, Alan, for your review! We're happy to hear you enjoyed our entree selections. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  3. Joyce

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent, creative and healthful. The server was knowledgeable and solicitous of our needs. The environment was casual which is likely intended, however acoustically the space is noisy making conversation a bit challenging. I will definitely come back and will highly recommend. I might chose seating a bit more carefully to minimize ambient sound if possible or select a less busy time. A really interesting and creative dining experience that feels good for body and soul.
    True Food Kitchen - Rio LakefrontResponded on 5 November 2024
    Thank you, Joyce, for your thoughtful review! We're delighted you enjoyed the food and service, and we appreciate your feedback on the acoustics. We are aware of this inconvenience and are looking for ways to soften the atmosphere in terms of noise. We appreciate your kind words and patronage! We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  4. Kinosha

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasure and a great dining experience. Great food that’s also good for you.
    True Food Kitchen - Rio LakefrontResponded on 3 November 2024
    Thank you, Kinosha, for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you consistently enjoy our dining experience and healthy food options.

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  5. George

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a great selection of flavorful, nutritious options. A bit pricey but seems to be worth it.
    True Food Kitchen - Rio LakefrontResponded on 28 October 2024
    Thank you for your wonderful review, George! We're thrilled to hear you enjoy our flavorful and nutritious options and find them worth the price. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  6. David

    Washington DC

    76 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    76 reviews

    Dined on 13 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is tasty and well prepared. The combination of ingredients made for a good experience.
    True Food Kitchen - Rio LakefrontResponded on 15 October 2024
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the tasty and well-prepared food with its delightful combination of ingredients. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  7. Beth

    Washington DC

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall, delicious meal and wine too! Keethri was a terrific server! The location is a little loud otherwise 5 stars all the way!
    True Food Kitchen - Rio LakefrontResponded on 7 October 2024
    Thank you for your review, Beth! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your meal and that Keethri provided terrific service. We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again soon!

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  8. George

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good selection of vegan and vegetarian options. Pleasant service
    True Food Kitchen - Rio LakefrontResponded on 7 October 2024
    Thank you for your review, George! We're glad you enjoyed our vegan and vegetarian options and found the service pleasant.

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  9. Brian

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Atmosphere and service are excellent. Food was hit or miss, kids meals were expensive for what you get.
    True Food Kitchen - Rio LakefrontResponded on 7 October 2024
    Brian, thank you for providing us with your invaluable feedback. We are happy you enjoyed the ambience but are rather saddened you could not find the same satisfaction in your cuisine. Here at True Food, we strive to provide each individual that walks through our doors with a dining experience that makes them feel welcome and wanting more. It is evident we missed a few marks with you. If you find the time, we would love nothing more than a second chance to make this right by you. At your discretion, you can call (240) 277-3324 anytime. This is my personal cell phone number. My name is Ethan. I am the general manager here at True Food, Gaithersburg. It would be an honor to have the chance to speak with you personally, so I may meet one of our valued guests and discuss an avenue where we can welcome you back through our doors!

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  10. Russell

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a marvelous dinner at the Rio location. Staff was attentive, food was excellent and the ambiance was conducive to table talk and the cocktails were impressive and unique.
    True Food Kitchen - Rio LakefrontResponded on 8 October 2024
    Thank you for your review, Russell! We're thrilled to hear you had a marvelous dinner and enjoyed the attentive staff, excellent food, and unique cocktails.

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FAQs

True Food Kitchen - Rio Lakefront offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (240) 821-6660.

True Food Kitchen - Rio Lakefront is rated 4.4 stars by 562 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 24 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for True Food Kitchen - Rio Lakefront

221 Rio Blvd 0221, Gaithersburg, MD 20878

Additional information

  • Area
    Gaithersburg
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (240) 821-6660
  • Private party facilities
    Whether you're hosting a celebration or corporate event, we welcome you to explore True Food Kitchen’s private dining and catering options, perfect for any occasion.
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