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True Food Kitchen - Rio Lakefront, Gaithersburg, MD

True Food Kitchen - Rio Lakefront

4.5 (623)
$30 and under
American
221 Rio Blvd 0221, Gaithersburg, MD 20878

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

  • Gluten-free-friendly
  • Healthy
  • Good for groups
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–21:00 Fri 11:00–22:00 Sat 10:30–22:00 Sun 10:30–21:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30–15:00
  • Phone number
  • 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 Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 623 people are saying

True Food Kitchen - Rio Lakefront reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Healthy

  • Maryland - DC Suburbs

    Innovative

  • Maryland - DC Suburbs

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
True Food Kitchen at Rio Lakefront offers "excellent food and service" with a focus on healthy, flavorful dishes. The "fresh natural ingredients" and "great healthy food" shine through, making it a popular choice for health-conscious diners. The ambiance is inviting, with both indoor and comfortable outdoor seating.
623 Reviews
  1. Moli

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was a little disappointing as she brought coffee to the table without any any creamer or sweeteners and no spoon to stir the coffee and then we had to wait too long just for those items. She had no problem bringing the check within 30 seconds after we asked for it. Very disappointing. But the food was amazing as usual.

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  2. Gail

    Washington, D.C. Area24 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    In general, the experience at True Food Kitchen was positive. When we got there, we were told we'd have to wait until exactly 12 (our reservation time) to be seated because they were short staffed and couldn't seat us yet (the restaurant was more than half empty). Our server was very nice and responsive. Two of the three items I had were very good--the salad with strawberries and the hummus wrap. The chicken wrap was a bit dry and tasteless. I've been to the restaurant several times and the food is usually good.

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  3. Ken & Karen

    Coastal Georgia5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing dining experience. Menu has so many healthy but yummy choices. Our server was awesome and the manager Ethan personally came over to chat with us. Will definitely go back again.
    True Food Kitchen - Rio LakefrontResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you, Ken & Karen, for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the menu and service, and that Ethan made your visit special. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  4. Dorothy

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I ordered the Teriyaki bowl with tofu. It was very good, very fresh vegetables, the snap peas were notably good. Overall the food, service and environment was very good. I'd recommend.
    True Food Kitchen - Rio LakefrontResponded on 25 June 2025
    Thank you for your wonderful review, Dorothy! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the Teriyaki bowl with tofu and the fresh vegetables, especially the snap peas. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  5. Chris

    Philadelphia County4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were excellent. Made reservation and seated us on time.
    True Food Kitchen - Rio LakefrontResponded on 22 June 2025
    Thank you for your wonderful review, Chris! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the excellent food and service, and that your reservation was promptly honored. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  6. Usma

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 14 June 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Our recent visit to True Food Kitchen was highly disappointing. The service and food quality were below acceptable standards. The waitress, who appeared to be relatively inexperienced, took our order incorrectly and seemed indifferent to her responsibilities. Additionally, the food quality was poor, which was particularly embarrassing as we had invited guests based on previous positive experiences with the restaurant. We recommend that True Food Kitchen consider reinstating the manager Chris, whose leadership two years ago ensured consistent high-quality service. Under his management, the dining experience was always exceptional. Given the prices charged at True Food Kitchen, the substandard service and food quality during our recent visit were deeply disappointing. As loyal patrons of True Food Kitchen, we have celebrated numerous important events there, including both of our daughters’ graduation parties, couple dinners, and a corporate event, all of which were superbly managed. Sadly, due to the unsatisfactory experience over the weekend, we can no longer recommend this restaurant at this location.
    True Food Kitchen - Rio LakefrontResponded on 17 June 2025
    Usma, We really appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your feedback. I would like to start off by expressing just how sorry we are, and I am personally, that you have found a lack of satisfaction, in comparison to your previous experiences. I can assure you, Chris and I share the same belief and goal that every guest that walks through our doors should leave happier than when they arrived. This was evidentially not the case for you and for that I am immensely apologetic. I would like to take this time to introduce myself. My name is Ethan, I am the general manager, here at True Food Kitchen, in Gaithersburg. If you find the time, I would love the opportunity to personally connect with you. This will allow me to not only share a conversation with you, one of our most valued guests, but in exchange, it will allow me to open doors for how we can make this up to you and keep you around for years to come. At your discretion, you may call (240) 277-3324 anytime of your choosing. This is my personal cell phone. You are valued and you are heard, now it is time to make this right! -Ethan

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  7. Lidia

    Washington, D.C. Area26 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 13 June 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Rather had a seat outside then inside but all together it was okay
    True Food Kitchen - Rio LakefrontResponded on 14 June 2025
    Thank you for your feedback, Lidia. We're glad to hear your experience was okay, and we hope to provide you with a better seating option next time.

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  8. Diane

    Washington, D.C. Area7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service, food and drinks were all great! Always a great spot to eat.
    True Food Kitchen - Rio LakefrontResponded on 12 June 2025
    Thank you, Diane, for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the service, food, and drinks. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Nadia

    Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good, clean food and staff of individuals who are personable, knowledgeable and kind w/ bonus of clean spacious restrooms. That's what we experienced during our visit here. I believe you'll enjoy too.❤️
    True Food Kitchen - Rio LakefrontResponded on 1 June 2025
    Thank you, Nadia, for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the clean food and friendly staff, and we appreciate your kind words about our restrooms. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  10. Richard

    Las Vegas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I got hooked on the edamame dumplings for an appetizer . It was so good. I got another order. 
    True Food Kitchen - Rio LakefrontResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you, Richard, for your review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the edamame dumplings so much that you ordered them twice. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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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 4.5 stars by 623 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
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221 Rio Blvd 0221, Gaithersburg, MD 20878

Additional information

  • Area
    Gaithersburg
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–21:00 Fri 11:00–22:00 Sat 10:30–22:00 Sun 10:30–21:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30–15:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • 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
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