Benchmark Kitchen + Tap

How Houston Does Delicious

The inviting, comfortable atmosphere make Benchmark Kitchen + Tap the perfect spot for entertaining, meeting or winding down at the end of the day.

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Dining at The Downtown Club at The Met

Stop in for a bite at our Houston downtown restaurant. Benchmark Kitchen + Tap is ideal for after a morning workout or on the way to the office. For Members, Benchmark is a go-to for power lunches and drinks after work, with attentive service and fresh seasonal offerings.

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Get to Know Chef Julio

Executive chef Julio Cesar Cisneros worked his way up from the age of 17, fueled by his passion for cooking combined with years of determination and hard work. Using his extensive knowledge of international cuisine, he creates inspiring menus and memorable dining experiences.

Benchmark Kitchen + Tap Menu

Benchmark Menu Cafe Menu

  • The Right Start

    6

    Vanilla yogurt, granola, seasonal fruit and local organic honey.

    Eggwich

    8

    2 Eggs cooked your way, sausage or turkey bacon, with smoked Gouda on a whole wheat warm & toasty English muffin.

    Build Your Own Omelet

    12

    2 egg Omelet with your ingredients, served with crispy hash-browns, sausage, bacon, or turkey bacon and toast.

    Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

    10

    Fresh and fluffy pancakes with an Italian flair and a slight lemon tang. Served with blueberry syrup and your choice of bacon or chicken sausage.

    Classic Breakfast

    12

    2 eggs cooked your way, crispy hash-browns, sausage, bacon, or turkey bacon and toast.

    Sides

    Toast 1 | Bagel 1.50 | Fruit Cup 3 | Turkey Bacon 2.50 | Oatmeal 3 | Bacon 3 | Avocado 2.25 | Cottage Cheese 1.50 | Grits 2.50 |

  • Ahi Tuna Salad

    20

    Seared Tuna cooked rare, Mixed Greens, Mango Slaw, Won Ton Strips, Wasabi Vinaigrette.

    360 Salad

    8

    Fresh Mixed Greens, Cranberries, spiced pecans, feta cheese topped with honey balsamic dressing.

    Blackened Shrimp Caesar Salad

    18

    Fresh Romaine Lettuce tossed with Homemade Caesar dressing, topped with Cajun Spiced Blackened Jumbo Shrimp, grated Parmesan and fresh Croutons.

    Quinoa Power Bowl

    11

    Red Quinoa with Black Beans, Corn, Roasted Chickpeas, and Avocado.

    Black Angus Tenderloin Wedge Salad

    30

    Grilled Beef Tenderloin, Iceberg Lettuce, Heirloom Tomatoes with a choice of Creamy Gorgonzola or Italian Dressing.

    The Met Burger

    15

    Brioche bun, Applewood smoked bacon, tomato, green leaf, and jack cheese.

    Beyond Burger

    15

    Topped with Grilled Tofu, LTO, with a Smoked Chipolte Aioli. Served with sweet potato fries.

    Asian Shrimp Tacos

    17

    Breaded shrimp, Napa Cabbage, bang bang sauce, topped with cilantro and served with salsa.

    California Turkey Club

    15

    Sourdough, turkey, mayo, tomato, green leaf, avocado, and brie cheese.

    Reuben

    16

    Griddle Corned Beef and Pastrami served on Marbled Rye Bread with a Homemade Thousand Island Dressing, Sauerkraut, and Swiss Cheese.

    Grilled Salmon Nicoise

    20

    Grilled salmon, tomato, fresh greens, kalamata olives, and a hardboiled egg, served with a champagne vinaigrette.

  • Quesadilla Mixta

    14

    Grilled Beef and Chicken Fajitas, Bell Peppers, Onions, and Monterrey Jack Cheese, Served with Avocado Salsa and Pico de Gallo.

    Wings

    14

    Traditional Buffalo I Szechuan Seasoned

    Loaded Sweet Potato Fries

    12

    Served with Veggie bean chili, sour cream and sweet potato fries.

    Acapulco Shrimp Cocktail

    14

    Acapulco style Shrimp with Fresh Avocado and Lime served with Fresh Tortilla Chips

    Grilled Buffalo Chicken Strips

    13

    Served with carrots, celery, and your choice of Creamy Gorgonzola or Jalapeno Ranch Dressing.

    Loaded House Fries

    12

    House Fries covered in Queso, Pickled Jalapenos, and Black Angus Sirloin Chili.

  • Mon Frere Chardonnay

    8/27

    White Wine

    Santa Cristina Pinot Grigio

    9/2730

    White Wine

    Peter Yealands Sauvignon Blanc

    10/30

    White Wine

    Lunetta Prosecco

    10/30

    White Wine

    La Vieille Ferme Rose

    7/27

    Rose

    Elouan Pinot Noir

    12/36

    Red Wine

    Decoy Merlot

    11/33

    Red Wine

    Padrillos Malbec

    8/27

    Red Wine

    Alexander Valley Vineyards

    17/51

    Cabernet Sauvignon

    Red Wine

    Complicated Red Blend

    14/42

    Red Wine

  • Bottled Beer

    Domestic Beer 4.50 | Import 5.50 | Craft 5.50 |

    Bucket of Beer Import

    25

    Bucket of Beer Domestic

    22

  • Fresh Margarita

    12

    Hand shaken on the rocks margarita. Patron, Triple Sec, simple syrup, and fresh squeezed lime.

    MET-hattan

    14

    Knob Creek Bourbon, dry vermouth, bitters, sweet vermouth, and a Luxardo cherry

    Toms Collins

    12

    Bombay Saphire Gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and club soda.

    Moscow Mule

    12

    Titos Texas Vodka, ginger beer, lime juice.

    Luxor Cherry Old Fashioned

    14

    Makers Mark, Bitters, simple syrup, and a Luxardo cherry.

    MET-ini

    12

    Titos Texas Vodka, dry vermouth, and lemon peel.

    Cosmopolitan

    12

    Gray Goose, triple sec, lime juice, and cranberry juice.

  • Chicken Nachos

    12

    Fresh Tortilla Chips with Grilled Chicken, Melted Cheese, Jalapenos, and Pico De Gallo

    Soup of the Day

    6

    Bowl of Soup

    8

    (Friday Gumbo)

    Sweet Potato Fries

    4

    House Cut Fries

    4

    Fruit Cup

    2

    Truffle Tots

    6.50

  • Chicken Tenders

    6

    3 Crispy Chicken Tenders

    Grilled Cheese

    6

    3 cheese sandwich

    Kids Cheeseburger

    6

    Grilled cheeseburger with LTO and Garlic Aioli.

    Grilled Chicken Club

    6

    Chicken Breasts with thick cut Bacon, LTO, and Mayonnaise on toasted white or wheat bread.

  • California Turkey Club

    12

    Club Sandwich

    12

    Met Wrap

    10

    Chicken Pasta

    11

    Grilled Atlantic Salmon

    11

    Grilled Chicken Greek Salad

    12

  • Sunburst Salad

    11

    Chicken Caesar Salad

    11

    Quinoa Power Bowl

    12

  • Mixed Pro

    7 | 10

    banana, strawberries, pineapple, skim milk, frozen yogurt, protein, and honey

    16oz | 24oz

    Chocolate Pro

    7 | 10

    banana, chocolate syrup, skim milk, frozen yogurt, and honey

    16oz | 24oz

    Pineapple & Banana

    7 | 10

    banana, pineapple, pineapple juice, protein yogurt, protein

    16oz | 24oz

    Almond Berry

    7 | 10

    blueberries, banana, protein, almonds, almond milk

    16oz | 24oz

    Peanut Butter

    7 | 10

    banana, peanut butter, honey, protein, almond milk

    16oz | 24oz

    Tropical Mango

    7 | 10

    mango, strawberries, kiwi, protein, pineapple juice, protein, yogurt

    16oz | 24oz

    Add Ons

    Fruits +.50 | Protein Powder +2 | Almond Milk .75 | Peanut Butter +.75

  • Kale Banana

    8 | 11

    banana, mango, kale, almond milk, protein

    16oz | 24oz

    Almond Chia

    8 | 11

    banana, kiwi, almonds, chia seeds, spinach, kale, low fat milk, and ginger

    16oz | 24oz

    Berry & Carrot

    8 | 11

    blueberries, peaches, carrots, kiwi, strawberries, chia seeds, kale, vanilla yogurt, and oatmeal

    16oz | 24oz

    Spinach & Kale

    8 | 11

    banana, spinach, kale, chia seeds, peanut butter, protein powder, almond milk

    16oz | 24oz

    Add Ons

    Fruits +.50 | Protein Powder +2 | Almond Milk .75 | Peanut Butter +.75

To-Go Orders Now Available

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