Founding Farmers & Distillers - DC

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   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined today

   overall4food4service3ambience4

   Great food! It was busy so we didn't see our server often.
   

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   CharleneN

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall3food3service5ambience3

   Varied menu choices, something for everyone, portion on some items a little small, food was fresh but just ok, not exceptional. I dined at dinner will have to try breakfast and brunch to make a full assessment, I would come again but doesn’t meet the level of excitement to return…
   

   Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded todayThank you for the review and feedback from your visit. I'm terribly sorry to read that the food missed the mark when you dined in with us. I'd appreciate the chance to follow up and turn around the poor impression we left you with. Please email me: Hospitality@FRG.Farm with a copy of your review, date dined & location. -Jessica
   

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   Cayuse

   Washington DC

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   One of our go-to restaurants in DC. Food is always excellent, atmosphere is fantastic.
   

   Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded todayThank you so much for continuing to dine with us! Look forward to seeing you again soon! -Jessica
   

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   Lhua

   Phoenix

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

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   We came for a buffet style brunch. Service was very mediocre as we had to wait a long time for just water, and we had to get our own utensils from other tables as the servers forgot to give us any. Service was generally slow. Food was very okay. It’s like hotel catering food. Idk I’m not going back. There were other open tables but we were at a tiny table next to obnoxious people. One woman almost shoved her behind into my food. This is not a good dining environment or experience. We were also confused at some of the staff surcharges on our bill.
   

   Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded todayThank you for sharing the details of your dining experience with us. I am very sorry your experience started on the wrong foot and was not improved by our service or food. It is sad to say we failed at this impression and, I would love the chance to turn this around! Please email me at Hospitality@FRG.Farm with a copy of your review, date dined, and location. Thank you for alerting us to these issues. -Brittany
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Delicious food! Great service! I’m recommending it to everyone I know!!
   

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   ChrisH

   Atlanta Metro

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

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   Service was outstanding! Food and presentation were great! The fried Green tomatoes are a must!
   

   Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 4 days agoThank you so much for visiting us, Chris! I am so happy to read that you are a fan of our fried green tomatoes! -Najjah :)
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   New England

   2 reviews

   2.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall2food2service4ambience3

   I expected a lot more from this place. The food was below average imo
   

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   JD703

   Washington DC

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall1food1service1ambience2

   We went during a very busy time before a concert at Capital One Arena. It took over 30 minutes after we sat down to get our drinks and they were mediocre at best. Food was just ok - not outstanding. They were so busy that there was little to no service other than taking orders and running food. Having been to other FF locations, our party was really disappointed in the service and food quality of this location.
   

   Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 4 days agoThank you for bringing this to our attention. We’re sorry you had a bad experience. I apologize for the unexpected delay in receiving your drinks on such a busy day. We appreciate your patience with our service team and hope that you will grant us another opportunity to provide a better dining experience for you. We’ll strive to do better. -Najjah
   

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   mnate

   Philadelphia

   52 reviews

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   5.0

   52 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great location for business meeting! Service was reeeeeally good.
   

   Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 4 days agoThank you so much for dining with us! We hope to see you again soon! -Najjah :)
   

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    OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food5service3ambience4

    Food was delicious as well as the drinks. A variety of food to choose from. Service was slow, but we had a good time on the patio.
    

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    Georgia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Samuel was an amazing server! We enjoyed our business lunch and the variety of options
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 5 days agoWonderful! We appreciate you stopping by and looking forward to seeing you again next time! -Jessica
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    First time trying this place was good. We did come late and had the latest reservation on a Sunday night. Nevertheless our service was great. It was a birthday celebration and our waiter took care of us and we will definitely be back.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience4

    We had to wait over 30 minutes with a reservation and other groups of two who entered after us were seated before we were. After seating everything was wonderful; excellent service and wonderful food!
    

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    TanyaD

    San Antonio

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great great brunch. Abundance of food. Crowded but understandable with so much good food. We sat at bar and had awesome service and drinks.
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 2 days agoThank you so much for joining us for our weekend brunch buffet! Please come back again soon! -Jessica
    

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    HeatherB

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful food; incredible service; extensive menu options.
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 5 days agoThank you so much for your 5-star review! Hope to see you again soon! -Jessica
    

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    FYIfoodie

    Denver

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    I’m visiting DC, and was happy to see that my hotel was in walking distance from my hotel. This is my second time here, and it was as delicious as I remember. The strawberry ginger margarita was dangerously good. I highly recommend the parpadelle and butterscotch bread pudding, too.
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 5 days agoThank you so much for dining with us while visiting DC! We hope to see you during your next trip! -Jessica
    

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    Corey

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    Great brunch with my wife sons. Excellent service, as we were late due to traffic. I called ahead of time lettingthem know, and they were so accommodating! Food options were great. Only downside for us was the booth we sat in seemed to be right underneath the vent...and it was quite cold. Outside of that, excellent experience.
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 5 days agoThank you so much for your glowing review and I am so pleased it was an excellent visit! Please come back soon! -Jessica
    

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    TinaG

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3

    Typical buffet style. It was 'okay'. Expensive for what we actually ate.
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 5 days agoThank you for your review. I am sorry to hear that our weekend brunch buffet was disappointing. I know our team can do better and we hope to have you back again soon so we can ensure you have an enjoyable visit from start to finish. -Jessica
    

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    EdwardD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Excellent menu selections… something for all tastes. The buffet was excellent…so many choices I felt I didn’t do it Justice!!!
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 5 days agoThank you so much, Edward! -Jessica
    

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    Rich

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food and service. Would go back and recommend to others.
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded on May 19, 2023Thank you so much, Rich! We look forward to seeing you next time! :) -Kerry
    

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    Dann

    Portland

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience2

    Service took longer than expected, and it was a very noisy/active environment. The food was delicious! I'll need to try some of their home-distilled beverages next time!
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded on May 17, 2023Thank you for your review, Dann. I am terribly sorry for the noise level on such a busy day and for the unexpected delay. We appreciate your patience with our team and we will be delighted to have you return! Please be sure to try our homemade spirits! I am confident that you will enjoy them! -Najjah
    

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    MarkR

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3

    The food was okay, but not really much more than that. Nothing was "excellent." The waiter was charming and friendly, but the service was poor. We had to ask for silverware 3 times. And things were not that busy. They are supposed to be known for their donuts, but they were made in the morning and sitting around all day. Disappointing.
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded on May 16, 2023Thank you for your review, Mark. We set a high standard for ourselves, and we’re so sorry to hear this was not met in your interaction with our restaurant. I regret that our service missed the mark and that you had to ask for silverware three times. Our donuts are made throughout the day. Not just in the morning. We hope that you will consider dining with us again so that we can provide a wonderful experience for you. -Najjah
    

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    TonyB

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3

    Food was Cold and VERY SLOW. The hand pulled noodles were overcooked, we ordered fish and chips and they did not have any malt vinegar. Just overall a SUB par experience. Cocktails were good - but glass has over filled with Ice, so hard to tell how much we were really paying for.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience2

    I understand it was Mother’s Day, we had reservations at 6:30pm, finally seated after 7pm. It was after 9pm when we finally left. They were too many reservations and not enough servers. Dinner took a very long time, things were missing, we had to keep asking for things. I was quite disappointed in our experience.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall1food3service3ambience2

    Mother’s Day dinner was poorly organised. My server was overworked and the restaurant felt understaffed. My poor server had too many tables. The kitchen was completely backed up. My reservation was at 6:30 p.m. and we weren’t seated until 7. Our order was taken at 7:15. Our food didn’t even get to us until 8:45. We didn’t even get water until 8:45 p.m. We had a toddler. We had to keep distracting her/giving her snacks. It hardly made her eat her dinner. We didn’t even leave until 9:30 p.m. Don’t come here on any major holiday. Food was decent. I wish my juicy lucy had ooey gooey cheese. The cheese was sorta semi-hardened by the time I got it. We had dessert comped at least and free cornbread, but the table behind us received a full refund on all food items ordered and didn’t even get to eat until 9:30. They had a 6:30 reservation as well. So yeah. Don’t come here on a holiday.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food3service4ambience1

    Had reservation but waited additional 45 min. Under staffed. Food was so-so and very slow. Server was great.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall1food3service3ambience1

    Our server was doing the best he could but our food took 2 hours to come out after our ticket was lost. Drinks were unbelievably slow coming out, over 30min, and our food wasn’t even right when it finally showed up. We were seated on the patio, and ended up moving tables due to an unfortunate incident outside, the restaurant could not have prevented this, but it added to our poor experience. The food was just ok, the cocktails were good, and the desserts were average at best.
    

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    Opining

    Washington DC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food1service1ambience1

    Reservation was not honored for about 45 minutes. Small food order placed to accommodate an infant was never served (and requested to be served asap before other dishes) Nearly all other food was served cold (by our server... who probably could've delegated this task to someone else). Manager did write off basically all late/cold dishes.
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded on May 16, 2023I am very sorry for your dining experience. We are normally known for our exceptional attention to detail, and we regret that we missed the mark on several occasions during service. Thank you for making us aware of what transpired and we will strive to do better. I am happy to read that our management team took off all the offending dishes from your bill. We hope you will consider dining with us again so that we can truly make up for this past dining experience. -Najjah
    

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    EchoBravo

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    1.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience1

    I've been here a few times, with moderately decent experience, but never again. Took some out-of-town relatives there and was deeply embarrassed by how poor the service was, and how poor the food was. They were completely understaffed, and our waiter interacted with us just twice: First to take our order, and then to come 15 minutes later to tell us they were out of one the entrees we had ordered. He was eagerly taking care of other patrons all around us, and completely ignored us. To be fair, the manager was apologetic, but I won't take a chance on this restaurant ever again.
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded on May 16, 2023Thank you for your review. We always aim to deliver a great experience, and we are gutted when we don’t meet expectations. Thanks for taking the time to bring this to our attention. We will use the feedback to make us better and to ensure this doesn’t happen again. I sincerely hope you will reconsider and join us again so that we can make it up to you. I am happy to read that our management team became involved. We appreciate your feedback and will strive to do better. -Najjah
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4

    It was Mothers Day. They were slammed, but handled it well. The food is not the same quality as Founding Farmers though. I wouldn’t return or recommend.
    

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    EMlK

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3

    It was ok. Service is ok as well, not outstanding but may be due to the special day and how busy the restaurant was.
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded on May 16, 2023Thank you for sharing your review. We appreciate your feedback. We hope that you will grant us another opportunity to provide a wonderful experience for you. We look forward to your next possible visit! -Najjah
    

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    PatrickinMVT

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3

    I've been to Founding Farmers in the past, in VA specifically and had an enjoyable time; not so much for Mother's Day. Perhaps it was a staffing issue but our plates where not cleared when we were finished with a course. Other customers also noticed that the server's "helpers" looked dazed and confused. I even overheard that they "lost" a table. Food was sent to a table with no people. What happened and how did they lose track of a table? It was quite literally a sh*t show. I certainly will think twice going back. And such a wonderful locations...what a shame!!!!! O by the way, please cut back the over hanging branches on the patio. The staff member didn't even notice that the the branches brushed over the food he was delivering to a table. Disgusting!
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded on May 16, 2023Thank you for posting a review and we’re sorry to hear that your experience was not up to standards, Patrick. We regret that our service missed the mark on Mother's Day. We will use the feedback to make us better and to ensure this will never happen again. Thank you for sharing your feedback on the tree branches. I will pass along this information to our team. -Najjah
    

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    DMVNative

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

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    This place was overall fairly disappointing and I do not recommend going here for their weekend brunch menu. I took my mother and grandmother here for Mother's Day and they did not enjoy themselves. Let's start with the food & drinks, because that's the most important parts of a restaurant. Most of the food was bland and cold. The only thing that was good was the bacon and the hashbrowns. The grits were the worst part. They tasted like old rice pudding in the worst way. Additionally, since it was so busy, they couldn't keep anything stocked. So, we were constantly waiting for more food to come out. Also, they didn't label anything. So, you were guessing what you were eating, which isn't great for dietary restrictions & allergies. The drinks were equally bad. My grandma ordered a non-alcoholic Arnold Palmer, and it was basically watered down lemonade. I ordered a mojito that came watered down, and they charge $15 for these unappetizing beverages. The ambiance was horrible as well. It felt like a high school cafeteria. It was so noisy. Lines had 10 mins or more wait times. You couldn't move with out bumping into someone. There was always something spilled on the floor, so my feet were constantly sticky or wet. My older grandmother slipped several times, so it's a lawsuit waiting to happen. They did a horrible job of crowd management and they should really consider increasing the price of the brunch (and the quality) in order to accept less people to hit their profit margins. Because trying to cram as many people in there at once for sub-par food is not a sustainable business model. Especially, not in DC where there are so many other quality options. It was fairly affordable and i guess you get what you pay for. I would say choose ANYWHERE else to have brunch and thank me later,
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded on May 16, 2023Thank you for posting a review and we’re sorry to hear that your experience was not up to standards. We would like the opportunity to talk and investigate your feedback further. Please email me: Hospitality@FRG.farm with a copy of your review, date dined and location. -Najjah
    

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    Gotham

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience3

    Went here for Mother's Day brunch buffet. Wait to get a table was less than 5 minutes as we had reservations. The restaurant is somewhat cramped. The line to get food took about 10 minutes to get through each time. The food wasn't the best and it wasn't the worst. It was satisfactory. Also, most of the dishes were lukewarm at best. Plus, the variety of desserts left a lot to be desired. They had cheesecake galore but not much else. I wouldn't recommend this place. I had better luck at their Georgetown location in the past, so that might be an option if the quality/variety of their food hasn't deteriorated since last I visited.
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded on May 17, 2023Thank you for your review. I’m so sorry that our brunch did not meet your expectations. We’re normally known for our exceptional attention to detail, and we regret that we missed the mark. We will strive to do better. We hope that you will grant us another opportunity to turn around the poor impression we left you with and visit us during lunch/dinner. We look forward to your next possible visit. -Najjah
    

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    StaceyB

    Washington DC

    20 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience2

    The food was good, but the buffet setup made it difficult for you to experience all of the food items.
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 5 days agoThank you for your review and I am so sorry the buffet setup was difficult and you left disappointed with your overall experience. I know we can do better and hope you will give us another opportunity to make things right. -Jessica
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food is delicious and the restaurant is affordable! Their in-house ginger ale is amazing! This is my favorite place to come to for brunch!
    

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    KanithaM

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    My mom and I went on Mothers Day. They have brunch buffet style on the weekends. The selection of food was good. It was a bit crowded but then again it was Mothers Day. We had reservations and were seated right away. Overall it was a great dining experience. I can say two of the founding farmers & distillers Is good.
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 2 days agoSo glad you and your mom enjoyed such a celebration! We look forward to seeing you both again soon! -Jessica
    

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    Todd

    Central Coast

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    Took my wife here for Mother’s Day brunch. Food was great and we liked the buffet they set up. Service was also good. Wait staff was busy running around attending to patrons. Noise level was what we expected being Mothers Day. Our only complaint was the few patrons taking a long time deciding what to put on their plate holding up the line formed behind them. I mean it’s food, not a life altering decision. This being my only complaint, I’d go back again for another Mothers Day. We have been other times and have enjoyed the meal and service.
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded on May 16, 2023Thank you so much for joining us on Mother's Day, Todd. I am so happy that you and wife decided to join us! We will be delighted to have you both next year as well! -Najjah :)
    

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    DavidC

    Dallas

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Felt like I was back at Grandma’s for Sunday lunch.
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded on May 17, 2023Thank you so much for joining us, David! This is a huge compliment and we are very honored! We hope to see you again soon! -Najjah :)
    

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    EdwardB

    Dallas

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4

    Great Sunday brunch for Mother’s Day!!! Will plan to go again in the near future
    

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