Great menu and good-tasting, healthy food. But they seemed to have replaced slow-cooked with slow service.

True Food is one of my consistent go to spots for lunch during the week. Especially the Gaithersburg location. Amazing food and customer service. Highly recommend. read more

True Food Kitchen We looked forward to a healthy meal and that is what we got. Although the place is spacious, and has a cafeteria type feel, the noise is dampened, so it's easy to talk. Our server, Danna was kind and helpful, and the entire staff seemed to be nice and positive. The bartender was also wonderful and visited our table to see how our drinks were. My girlfriend enjoyed her margherita pizza. I ordered the Norwegian salmon, which was cooked perfectly and the side was fresh. The only problem was that flavor was lacking. I'm sure the chef wanted the natural flavors to stand out but they were weak and needed some seasonal support. Overall, the prices were too high for dishes that left us hungry. read more

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SLOW! Food took 45 minutes to prep. Drinks took 20 minutes to receive. Manager promised to take care of us - never showed up. The best items on the menu have been replaced by fast casual American you can find in 4 other restaurants in the Rio. Cauliflower: GONE. Thai curry bowl; GONE. Ketchup: GONE. Disappointing to say the least. read more

We had a very disappointing experience at this location. From the moment we sat down, our server seemed annoyed and unfriendly. Even simple requests felt like they were an inconvenience. Our drinks took a very long time to arrive. We were later told the bar was backed up, but some of us had only ordered water, so that didn't really explain the delay. It also took quite a while for our server to come back and take our food order. We had already been at the restaurant for over an hour before our food finally arrived. Normally, that's about how long it takes to order, eat, pay, and leave a restaurant. As we were placing our order, the server informed us that several menu items were unavailable, including the kids' chicken tenders and the fried chicken sandwich my husband wanted. It would have been much more helpful if she had told us everything that was unavailable upfront instead of having us order items one by one only to find out they were out, forcing us to keep changing our selections. The food itself was hit or miss. My Korean noodle bowl was flavorful, but the portion size felt small for the price. My husband's burger was ordered medium but came out much closer to well done. By the end of the meal, it was difficult to get our server's attention so we could ask for the check. Between the slow kitchen, poor communication, and inattentive service, the entire experience was frustrating. This was the only restaurant where we could get a reservation for a party of eight on a Saturday night at the time we wanted. After our experience, we understand why. Unfortunately, we won't be returning. read more

True Food Kitchen - New American Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

The Grass-Fed Burger* was soo dry and over cooked. the Pepperoni Pizza was super thin with barely any sauce on it. The Chocolate Chip Cookie, V GF was thick in the worse way, stuck to our mouth and you needed water to get it out. Definitely a coke hazard for kids. the True Crisp'd™ Air-Fried French Fries, VEG GF portion was McDonald's kids meal small and the inconsistencies in the cuts means you got a lot of burnt ones. The side of Antibiotic-free Chicken was the only decent item. Hands down the oddest assortment of of Fresh Vegetables side combination i have ever seen. 2 out of 10, I we do not recommend. read more

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Slow!!!! I came alone and sat at the bar thinking I would get quick service. Although the bartender/server was nice, it took a while for her to get my food order, and even longer to bring my food. Maybe she needed a hand. I saw my kale salad sitting in the kitchen for some time before I was able to get her attention and bring to it my order. Salad was light and flavorful. Squash soup was also great. Again, it took time after finishing my meal to get the bill, so I made sure I had my payment ready to hand over right away. read more

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This is one of my favorite spots for cocktails! And I love that I can come here and know I'm getting high quality farm fresh meals. The ambiance is bright, fresh, and open. The service is also great! I actually come here quite often for cocktails. I love the freshness and quality of their drinks. Even the cocktails that I don't prefer, I like here. They are crafted with quality in mind. Here is a sneak peak into what we ordered: Guac- so fresh and delicious. The best. Love the tomatoes. Not too overpowering at all which is perfect. Chips were thick and crunchy in the best way possible. Edamame dumplings. They were tasty but they looked sparse like they were half eaten but that could be that the plate was too large. Very unique because you don't expect edamame but they are good. It's like dumpling in soup. Seasonal roasted butternut squash pizza. The crust was really really good. But we realized through this experience that butternut squash does not belong on pizza. This was more like a flatbread. No classic red sauce and cheese but it tasted really fresh. Its good, It's just not pizza. The raisins were amazing almost like they made them fresh in the back. This is a solid go-to in my area! Come here if you want a healthy meal! read more

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We came for lunch. Unlike some other healthy food places I have been, True Kitchen provided a relaxing environment with a spacious eating area and tables farther apart which was great for conversations. We had Ava, who took great care of us, checking back on us but not interrupting all our talking and catching up. The organic, grass-fed hamburger came with a salad or fries or maybe another healthy option, but I got the fries. We shared a kid's meal blueberry pancake which had some protein, not just flour. The lavender matcha latte was nice, a gentle fruity sweet undertone, not too sweet or too lavender. We were there talking and watercoloring for a few hours, and it wasn't too busy so we felt okay staying so long. True Kitchen made for a really nice place to meet friends to catch up, and we will return. read more

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Good food good service also very friendly staff and good ambiance. The options on the menu are also good

Love their tuna poke bowl. It was super fresh and delicious. Very healthy and flavorful

The waitress was extremely patient with our birthday party for 7. She was super accommodating when folks were confused on what to order. I got the ranchers hash, shakaretto, avocado dip, and Brussels sprouts. Everything ewe pretty good. I liked how the shakaretto was not too sweet. I would definitely go back read more

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I love true food so much! We went for a little date on a whim and they had a really delightful butternut squash pizza which paired with the hummus was perfect! During happy hour it was under $30 for us so that's always a score these days! The view from the patio is so pretty and the weather was perfect so I'm looking forward to going back! read more

True Food Kitchen - Butternut squash pizza and hummus - New American Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

(4.15) ~ Very good overall lunch food & service MENU: ** Smoked Gouda Smash Burger (limited time) = (4.25) Very tasty ** Apple Lemonade (seasonal) = (4.15) Very good ** Fries = (4) very good w. the peri peri ketchup ** Lemon Blueberry Muffin = (4) very good read more

The food and service were excellent. My friends and I dined here on Saturday night. The weather was just perfect. Our server, Iggy or Izzy, was attentive to our needs, thoughtful with recommendations, and accommodating of our requests, and a joy overall. I ordered the pesto pasta without mushrooms and it tasted absolutely incredible. Fresh, pesto-y goodness. Every single bite I craved more, my appetite unrelenting. The nonalcoholic ginger beverage (the OG) was refreshing, sweet, and amazing. The ambiance was also superb. With views of the lake and the bridge at Rio, outdoor dining is perf. Parking is chaotic but well worth it for this restaurant. Highly recommended! Stop debating, stop reading, and get yourself some True Food Kitchen! read more

True Food Kitchen - New American Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

Group dinner, excellent service, easy to book and fabulous location at the Rio. Appetizers, edemame potstickers were flavorful, yet the spoon it was served with kept falling into the bowl- rethink plating for this. Guacamole was flavorful, yet served with flatbread, no good for the GF folks. Cauliflower app was nicely charted and all liked it. The chicken tenders app which is GF was served with roasted carrots- yummy, but chicken was dry. One person had the chicken parm. Which was the same chicken as the app, covered with red sauce and parm cheese. Chicken was still dry but the topping made it ok. 4 of us chose to have the steak, disappointing for all of us. For a $49 meal, I would expect a good tender steak- no so here. All of our steaks had a side with gristle and even once you cut that off, trying to cut the steak with the serrated steak knife, it just tore, not cut cleanly. They pride themselves on sustainability- they should not punish those who may want beef. The bar was very limited, only one choice for each spirit. The smoked old fashioned was presented wonderfully, but on the menu it is made with Rye, not Bourbon, and after poured it was a vet watered down cocktail. Overall I will still visit for lunch, no main entrees, just stick with salads, bowls and non alcohol beverages. Prickly Pear spritz is yummy. read more

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7.1.25 This was my second time dining here but this time through catering. I purchased lunch for a meeting with the leadership team at my office. Because my employer is tax exempt, I was informed that catering orders need to be picked up. Ethan, the manager, was very helpful in ensuring that my order was accurate and timely upon pick up. Because my order consisted of entrées and beverages for eight people, I requested that each item be labeled which they did for me. The only minor hiccup was that one of the orders was labeled incorrectly. I ordered the pesto pasta with antibiotic free chicken. The pasta was tender, the cherry tomatoes were sweet, and the aroma was fragrant. The only complaint I have is that the chicken was slightly overcooked and dry. Also the cardboard container it came in was a bit flimsy, and grease could be seen through the container. Overall, I was pleased with the service that I received and I enjoyed my pasta. My colleagues also enjoyed their lunch as well. Who says healthy food can't taste delicious too? read more

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Went here on a weekday evening and there was plenty of seating even for our party of 14. The staff were very friendly - although with most spots - service is a bit slower/less attentive in the outdoor seating area. We got a good number of drinks and dishes and everything came out quickly. Only docking stars because the food wasn't to our personal taste. read more

Great happy hour! Went for a super quick bite to eat w/ drinks & everything was fantastic. Sat at the bar & it was perfect! read more

True Food Kitchen - Bar Area - New American Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

Had a really great time at TFK -Rio yesterday. The drink and food menus are good- and offer a change-up from most other restaurants. Anthony was our server and he was great- very friendly and interested in making our experiences as good as possible. They really have some great drinks and dishes. It is a nice place and I recommend it! read more

Let's start with the good. Our server was nice and bubbly and smiles all around. She was attentive and the others were prompt in taking away empty dishes. It was fast and efficient. The place is spacious and clean and vibrant with lots of colors. It's very pleasing to the eye and the view from the restaurant isn't bad at all. The bad: food. It was the major downside of the meal. One thing that stuck in my mind was the Buffalo chicken tenders as an appetizer. It was so sad looking and it was $12.95. The dish consists of three thinly pounded chicken slices and breaded that ended up being mushy as if it was microwaved instead of fried. I take that back. It was definitely microwaved. The breading was stuck together. No crisp, just mush. It was on a plate with two sticks of celery and carrots (that weren't washed and still had dirt on them). Honestly, I would have been happier with Popeyes at this point. It would have been cheaper and better. I didn't take a picture because it was that bad. The teriyaki quinoa bowl was okay. No protein without adding extra so it was a $16.95 quinoa salad with a quarter of an avocado. The avocado was the best part of the dish. The cauliflower and Brussels sprouts were okay. Nothing spectacular, but it was better than the chicken tenders and cheaper too ($11.95). We ordered a pizza as well. We both agreed that for $17.95, this one was a disappointment. It was just weak in flavoring and the crust was a thin and burnt cookie. After the meal, we felt disappointed and dissatisfied so we had to find an ice cream shop to end the night with something good for our taste buds. Again, service is good and the place looks nice. But, this is a restaurant and the food has to be good. It was not the case. read more

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Had a great experience at True Food Kitchen in Gaithersburg. I ordered the pizza and a Common Bond cocktail, and both were excellent. The pizza was fresh, flavorful, and really satisfying, and the drink was a perfect pairing. Hailey was our server and did a wonderful job--friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout the meal. The bartender who made our drinks was also very nice and added to the overall positive experience. The whole visit felt relaxed, polished, and enjoyable. I'll definitely be back. read more

True Food Kitchen - Common Bond - New American Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

True Food Kitchen is one of my absolute favorite restaurants to enjoy food that is healthy AND tastes delicious. The flavor profiles are unique. The price point is phenomenal and easily affordable. The service is always on point. The ambiance is warm. They offer a private area for special events, outdoor seating, bar seating is available with big screen tvs. True Food Kitchen is a lovely spot to sit down and savor your meal with friends or a loved one. Note that the spritzers and lemonade look beautiful but every location i visit the drinks need a bit of modification, e.g. my pomegranate spritzer tasted like seltzer water even though the pomegranate color was there. read more

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I brought my sister to try True Food for the first time and it did not disappoint! She had the Korean bowl and I had the Wild Shrimp. Both were absolutely delicious! Our server was friendly and had great suggestions! We will certainly be back! read more

Kind of a unique place. Food was good and all seemed very clean. Seems like a good stop for any with food allergies.

We ate here for date night and Natalia was our server. She was great! Thank you for a wonderful meal! Beth read more

Hey friends! I was at the Rio and stumbled upon this gem! I will be back again and again! True Food Kitchen focuses on a providing healthy, sustainable, balanced meals. They are very accommodating to dietary restrictions(gluten, vegetarian, vegan). I had a hard time choosing because a lot of items sounded and looked(Yelp reviews) amazing! I decided on the pesto pasta($18). It was SO delicious. Noodles were cooked to perfection, the right amount of sauce(not too dry or too soupy), and the flavor was immaculate. I would definitely order it again! I ordered the pineapple sangria($13) to drink. Wasn't a favorite of mine. I think the flavor combination wasn't my usual. Customer service was amazing. We were greeted warmly by the host and our server was friendly and efficient. My godmom had to switch out her cocktail as it was too strong. The manager was very patient and accommodating in helping her pick the right cocktail. Ambiance is amazing. The interior is larger than it looks from the outside. I can't believe it used to be Joe's Crab Shack. This location features an open kitchen which is always pretty cool to me. Bathrooms were clean and well stocked. Parking is free and ample. Easiest to find parking in the YardHouse lot. I'll definitely be back to try other menu items. Enjoy! With love, The Picky Pescatarian read more

True Food Kitchen - Pineapple Sangria - New American Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

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Food is good Natalia is great and the fountain is covering the sounds of the speedways surrounding the Washingtonian Center area. You could not do better here. Thanks. read more

First time here! Lovely place. The service was excellent- Donna took good care of us. And the food was very good. The Brussels sprouts appetizer is to die for! And everyone enjoyed their entrees too! Will definitely be back. I was worried about parking at the Rio, but even that was great! read more

Went to true food on Valentine's Day because we had a credit on the InKjnd app and it is one of only a handful of restaurants in our area on the program. It was surprisingly busy, even at 9 PM, but we got seated within 15 min, even without a reservation. Brussel sprouts : 7/10. Biggest sprouts I've ever seen. Ton of flavor and with a kick! Crime of passion: 3/10. Some people would probably love this cocktail but it was far too bitter for my taste Penang curry: 7.5/10. Great flavor. Maybe a tiny bit too sweet and I wish the components were cut smaller. There was a whole quarter onion in there just as one giant chunk? Turkey burger: 6/10. My husband liked it but I felt there was nothing special about it. Not bad, just not great. read more

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True Food Kitchen has been a solid place for eat with a lot of healthy options! This place has both indoor and outdoor seating for groups. It's also nice that this is on InKind. Hailey was wonderful - super friendly, solid suggestions, and quick service! She was a joy. read more

True Food Kitchen - Main food menu - New American Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

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The service, food, and drinks were incredible. My partner and I enjoyed ourselves immensely. They nailed the vegetarian entree (spaghetti squash casserole), and tofu as a protein option was appreciated. Highly recommend the jambalaya (if you can get past the pasta LOL). Hailey was an awesome server with great recommendations. read more

I came here for brunch and enjoyed the food. I liked the spiked peach lemonade. It had a sweet peach flavor. The breakfast sandwich was good and meaty. Combined with the potatoes it was definitely filling. There was ample seating available and the restaurant had a bright, open feel. The service was good too. read more

True Food Kitchen - Spiked peach lemonade - New American Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

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We ate here a few weeks ago! Really clean and bright place. great friendly service. delicious food! Our friends loved it and we'd return read more

Food was great! Hailey was an amazing server and offered great suggestions on both drinks and food choices. Would definitely return

Had a lovely meal, loved all the options it was hard to choose. my poke bowl was great. our server was really sweet. I'll be back again.

I am a regular at True Good Kitchen Bethesda. The food is clean and delicious and there are plenty of options for vegans, vegetarians, and carnivores. Last night my friend and I went to the location in Rio without a reservation. The restaurant was about half full. We were told they were short-staffed and there would be about a 20-minute wait, which was understandable. However, when we asked if we could sit at a table and get a cup of water while waiting, we were told no! Seriously. You can rest assured we will never go back. read more

Turkey burger was juicy and savory, gluten-free pizza had a perfect amount of cheese and sauce, and the plant-based cheeseburger was a delicious blend of crisp and juicy. Gloria was very, very nice, helpful, and careful to ensure that everything we ordered was gluten-free. read more

Wonderful atmosphere, lots of light and space. Delicious food. Service was excellent although it too a while for the food to be served. All desserts are gluten free! read more

Great food, but service really made it enjoyable. A good place to have conversations and meet with friends. Had a great experience, and if you get Hailey, you will be in good hands. She was fantastic and made sure we had the best experience. read more