Gaithersburg · Montgomery County, MD
Food & Drink in Gaithersburg
Scout analyzed 68 Gaithersburg places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.
Places analyzed
68
Matches
24
Typical spend
$50
Typical visit
1.2 hr
Best neighborhoods for food & drink
Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.
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Food & Drink
Hello Betty
Hello Betty is a seafood restaurant good for a relaxed meal with friends or family, pairing well with a movie or shopping nearby. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and $35-75 per person.
Food & Drink
Tous les Jours Bakery Café - Gaithersburg
This bakery cafe is a good spot for a casual morning coffee and pastry, or a quick midday snack. Expect to spend 30 minutes and around $10-25 per person.

Food & Drink
Neighbors Coffee Roasters
Neighbors Coffee Roasters is a good stop for a quick coffee and pastry, ideal for a solo outing or a brief meeting. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-$15 per person.

Food & Drink
Gardenia’s Cafe
Gardenia's Cafe is suitable for a relaxed solo or small group outing, ideal for breakfast or lunch. Expect to spend $10-$25 per person for about an hour-long visit.

Food & Drink
Café Sophie
Café Sophie offers a casual meal with views of an airpark, suitable for a relaxed family outing or solo visit. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-35 per person for a meal and drinks.

Kentlands
Java Nation
Java Nation is a good spot for a casual brunch or coffee stop. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $10-35 per person for a meal and drinks.

Food & Drink
Coastal Flats
Coastal Flats is a reliable option for a seafood dinner or special occasion, typically taking 1.5 hours and costing $35-75 per person. It's often busy, so reservations are recommended, especially for evening visits.

Kentlands
Vasili's Kitchen
Vasili's Kitchen is a casual spot for Greek & Mediterranean food, suitable for a relaxed dinner or lunch. Expect to spend $20-$45 per person for a meal that lasts about an hour and a half.

Kentlands
Burtons Grill & Bar
This is a good spot for a sit-down meal, suitable for an evening date or family dinner, typically lasting 1.5 to 2 hours. Expect to spend $35-$75 per person for food and drinks.

Food & Drink
Clyde's Tower Oaks Lodge
Clyde's Tower Oaks Lodge is suitable for a relaxed meal of American fare and cocktails, lasting about 1.5 hours. Expect to spend $30-$70 per person for an entree and drink, with easy parking.

Food & Drink
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
This is a solid choice for an upscale casual dinner or lunch, especially for celebrating a birthday or anniversary. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and around $30-$60 per person.

Food & Drink
Sixty Vines Gaithersburg
Sixty Vines is a good spot for a relaxed dinner or drinks, pairing well with a shopping trip or movie. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $35-75 per person.

Food & Drink
South House Garden
South House Garden is a casual spot for a Latin American meal. It's suitable for a relaxed lunch or dinner, costing around $15-30 per person and typically lasting about an hour.

Food & Drink
MoCo's Founding Farmers
This farm-to-table American restaurant is a good option for a casual meal with family or friends, suitable for lunch or dinner. Expect a visit of about 1.5 hours, with an average spend of $30-70 per person.

Food & Drink
Ted's Bulletin - Gaithersburg
Ted's Bulletin is a diner-style spot great for a casual meal with friends or family, especially for breakfast or brunch. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $20-45 per person, plus a bit more for boozy milkshakes.

Food & Drink
Black Lion Coffee & Café
This coffee shop is suitable for a quick stop for a coffee and pastry, a casual solo visit, or as a relaxed meeting spot. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for a visit of 30 minutes to an hour.

Food & Drink
Copper Canyon Grill
This casual American chain restaurant is suitable for a family meal, particularly for lunch or a relaxed dinner. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-40 per person for a typical visit.

Kentlands
Bonefish Grill
Bonefish Grill is suitable for a dinner outing with family or friends, offering a seafood-focused menu and cocktails. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $35-70 per person for a meal and drinks.

Food & Drink
Guapo's Cocina & Bar
Guapo's is a lively Tex-Mex spot for a casual meal or drinks, ideal for family dinners or a fun outing with friends. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $25-50 per person on food and margaritas.

Food & Drink
La Poteria Local
La Poteria Local is a good spot for a casual solo or small group breakfast/lunch, expecting to spend about an hour. It's suitable for a quick, affordable meal or a coffee break.

Kentlands
Empress Coffee & Cocktails
Empress Coffee & Cocktails is suitable for a casual coffee break, a light meal, or an evening drink, lasting about an hour or two. Expect to spend $10-$35 per person for a drink and/or a small bite.

Food & Drink
Charley Chesapeake Chophouse & Bar (formerly Prime Foods)
This upscale seafood chophouse in Rio Lakefront is suitable for an evening date night or special occasion. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $50-120 per person on a meal with drinks.

Food & Drink
True Food Kitchen
True Food Kitchen is suitable for a relaxed meal with healthy options and cocktails, often as a standalone outing or paired with shopping. Expect to spend 75 minutes and between $25-50 per person.

Food & Drink
Classic Bakery
This bakery is a good stop for a quick treat or coffee. Expect to spend 15-30 minutes and between $5-$25 per person on baked goods, sandwiches, or gelato.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
Worth the splurge
When the night needs to land.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 31 of the 68 analyzed Gaithersburg places fit food & drink.
- 3% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 84% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Quiet, Upscale, Playful, Scenic.
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