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Founding Farmers - DC, Washington, DC

Founding Farmers - DC

4.5
4.5
31867 Reviews
$30 and under
American
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Our award-winning Founding Farmers DC flagship restaurant – located just three blocks west of the White House on Pennsylvania Avenue – has been a destination for locals and tourists alike since 2008. Open 365 days a year, our culinary crew crafts dishes and drinks from scratch with simple, high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers we know and trust.

Join us for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, weekday happy hour, and a la carte weekend brunch.

Majority owned by American family farmers, including the more than 50,000 farmers of the North Dakota Farmers Union, our restaurant is guided by a very simple principal: we see and share everything Through The Eyes Of The Farmer.™ We actively care about our guests, our communities, the planet, and the next generation. This all comes together in our everyday neighborhood restaurant.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 504 times today

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Takeout

(202) 822-8783

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  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    American, Contemporary American, Comfort Food

  • Hours of Operation

    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:30 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 8:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (202) 822-8783

  • Website

    http://www.foundingfarmers.com/

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive Chef

    Joe Goetze

  • Catering

    Founding Farmers DC is available for catering pick up or catering delivery across Washington, DC. We can also provide full-service catering. Enjoy Founding Farmers scratch-made food wherever you need it. Let us cater breakfast, lunch, or dinner for you and your guests.

  • Private party facilities

    Founding Farmers includes is a second floor mezzanine level that is ideal for special events/parties or corporate events and can accommodate 100 comfortably seated for dinner or 120 for a standing reception. There are no fully private rooms.

  • Private party contact

    FFDC@FarmRequest.com: (202) 822-8783

  • Location

    1924 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20006

  • Neighbourhood

    Foggy Bottom

  • Cross Street

    20th St. / Pennsylvania Ave. (Foggy Bottom)

  • Parking Details

    There is metered parking on Pennsylvania Ave., 20th St., H St., and elsewhere within 2 blocks of the restaurant. There are 3 parking garages within 3 blocks of the restaurant; the closest is at the Shops at 2000 Pennsylvania (enter on 20th St.).

  • Public Transit

    There are two Metro stops within 3 blocks of the restaurant, Orange/Blue lines at Farragut West or Foggy Bottom/GWU. The red DC Circulator bus Georgetown/Union Station line stops on Pennsylvania Ave. at 21st street, as well as on K Street and on 19th, all just one block away.

  • Entertainment

    The bar at Founding Farmers is a truly unique and innovative experience, with true mixologists specially trained in 'bar-chefing'. The bar menu harkens back to the pre-Prohibition era with handcrafted cocktails that use juices and mixers prepared by hand.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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  1. AngelaM

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    Very busy. We made a reservation which was definitely needed. Unfortunately it seems like they cater more to big parties. We were a two too and we’re squeezed in between two tables so close I could barely get by them the sit. We were basically sitting with them. We couldn’t have a conversation. Food was great. Our server wasn’t the best. Didn’t come back often or ever ask if we wanted more cocktails (we did). So they lost out on that. It just seemed to take forever and we got very little attention.

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded todayHello Angela. I am so sorry to read we failed to give you a great experience. It seems we did not have our best foot forward. We appreciate your patience this time and hope you will give us another try. I am positive we can give you a much better experience. -Tiffany

  2. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely great! Big menu and great service! Oh…and that chocolate! Swoon!

  3. FrankieM

    Sacramento

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    The food was great. Our server was not very hospitable. She was just there to do her job. Looks like it was not a good day for her.

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded todayHi Frankie. We truly appreciate your feedback. I am so sorry the service was not up to our standards this time. However, I am thrilled to read you had a great experience overall. We look forward to you joining us again. -Tiffany

  4. BarbaraY

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My dinner was so good that I pulled out my phone and made a reservation for breakfast the next day before I even left the restaurant. Wonderful menu and exquisitely prepared farm to table classics. I could eat every meal here. One of my favorite places ever.

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded todayWonderful! Thank you, Barbara! We look forward to your next visits and having you explore more of our menu. -Tiffany

  5. NewtoArlington

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall2food4service3ambience3
    Service and food itself was fine. The seating was a mess with too many people crammed into a small space waiting for a table. Felt like I was at a Cheesecake Factory. Worst part (and I’ve never experienced this before at a restaurant) they informed everyone at their tables that it was closing time by turning all the lights way up and turning off the music. Felt like I was at a club. I looked around and there were still plenty of tables seated. No mention from the server that it was closing time, etc. Just not a good look. Honestly, there’s just too many options in the city to think this should be normalized. I’ll pass next time.

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded todayThank you so much for sharing this with us. I am so sorry we failed to give you a great experience. This does not speak to our standards and I hope to turn this experience around. Please email Hospitality@FRG.Farm with a copy of your review, date dined, and location. -Tiffany

  6. KerriV

    Coastal Georgia

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food2service5ambience3
    The chicken pot pie was oddly sweet and I returned it to the kitchen. The waiter was nice and didn’t charge me.

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded todayHello Kerri. I am so sorry the chicken pot pie was not to expectation. However, I am thrilled to read our team was able to remove the charge for you. We hope to have you try us again. We would love to help guide you to a meal you will truly enjoy. -Tiffany

  7. Kplomia

    Charleston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Loud and dirty is all that I will remember about this restaurant…..

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded todayHello, I would love to investigate your feedback further and get more detail about your visit. Please email Hospitality@FRG.Farm with a copy of your review, date dined, and location. Thank you. -Tiffany

  8. Enjoyable

    Washington DC

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    We were seated within 5 minutes. Server appeared promptly and took good care of us. Only problem was the prime rib. It was ordered medium rare, but came well-done. It was quickly replaced with the item as ordered. The cut of meat was much thinner than normal, little more than 1/3 of an inch or so. The spatchcocked chicken was excellent.

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded todayThank you for sharing this feedback. Though the prime rib was not ideal, I am thrilled you had a great experience overall. We look forward to you returning and exploring more of what we have to offer. -Tiffany

  9. ElonW

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love Founding Farmers. Food is always great and services is awesome.

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded todayWe appreciate you dining with us, Elon! We look forward to having you back soon. -Tiffany

  10. hotmama

    Baltimore

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time here and it was just what we were looking for... delish, varied menu, friendly service, happy vibe! We even got a corner table a little removed from crowd, as requested. Glad we made Sunday lunch reservations and brunch was still offered until 2. Loved the beignets, the avocado toast, tomato soup, blueberry French toast!!

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded todayHi! I am so glad we were able to honor your request and give you a great experience. We look forward to you returning and exploring more of our menu. -Tiffany

  11. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The house blend coffee was delicious and so was all the food. The server was excellent too! Great food, ambience and service.

  12. JohnS

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time to the DC Founding Farmers. We've eaten at their other locations, it is always good. There is a lot of food for the price, and the brunch menu is good. Highly recommend the beignets to share with the table. We had a reservation for Sunday morning, got there about 5 mins early and went right to our table. Wait times for those without a reservation was about an hour and twenty minutes. Even as busy as it was, food came out quickly and we didn't feel rushed to eat, pay and leave.

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded todayHi John. We appreciate you dining with us and are so grateful for your review. Thank you for visiting our location and we look forward to you returning. -Tiffany

  13. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    The food was inconsistent. We got dates as an appetizer and they were not warm. We both got Chesapeake catfish for an entree and the fish was quite good. However, my companion’s green beans were very salty and mine were not salted enough. Some of the food was hot and other items were lukewarm. The service was good overall. The chocolates were awesome. I think this restaurant has potential but the inconsistencies are problematic. I would note that the restaurant was very busy.

  14. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Celebrating a team win at an old favorite. Bread pudding was a surprise.

  15. SharonB

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My daughter who doesn’t eat much ate everything and raved about the grilled cheese and mashed potatoes. My burger was so delicious I could eat another today.

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded 3 days agoThank you so much for visiting us, Sharon! I am so happy that you and your daughter enjoyed your time with us yesterday! Please stop by again some time! -Najjah :)

  16. StacyW

    Oklahoma City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Loud and very busy place. Worth the wait. Go for brunch to try either lunch or breakfast.

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded todayThank you, Stacy! We appreciate your patience this time and look forward to your next visit. -Tiffany

  17. LindseyB

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was excellent. Food was a little overpriced in my opinion, but inflation is real. Overall a great experience and a great place to meet for brunch. I would also definitely recommend making a reservation.

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded todayHi Lindsey. Thank you for the review. We are thrilled you had a great visit and look forward to you visiting again! -Tiffany

  18. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Grace was an amazing waitress! Food was amazing! Will be back!

  19. AmberleeW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Founding Farmers was amazing! It came highly recommended and we would continue that!

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded 3 days agoThank you so much for dining with us, Amber! We are so pleased to read that you enjoyed your visit! -Najjah :)

  20. cbusfoodie

    Columbus

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We are breakfast lovers and this place delivered. I thought the pancakes and eggs were good. The cinnamon infused maple syrup was awesome. The coffee was very good.

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded todayYay! Thank you so much for dining with us and for the great review. We look forward to you visiting us again. -Tiffany

  21. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall2food3service2ambience1
    Don’t dine outside, coffee got cold because it was freezing outside. Heat lamps did not provide enough warmth. Good got cold real quick. Coffee was never refilled to even warm up. They should be better when seating outside to know these things. Bad 1st experience at this place

  22. Vicky

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and food was tasty. Everyone was very friendly.

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded 3 days agoThank you so much for visiting us, Vicky! We are so thrilled that you enjoyed our menu items and service! -Najjah :)

  23. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely amazing experience. Our waiter was friendly and was extremely knowledgeable of the menu and made great suggestions to our table. The food was great and came out relatively quickly!

  24. DevonS

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went there for our anniversary! Dinner was amazing and it was beautiful outside.

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded 4 days agoHappy Anniversary! Thank you so much for spending your special occasion with us, Devon! :) -Kerry

  25. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall2food2service4ambience5
    Overpriced food with poor quality. Chicken and waffles was too heavily breaded and still dried out. Prime rib ordered rare came out medium. Filets were okay, but poorly seasoned. Kale salad tasted like salt and not much else. caesar salad was flavorless, yet somehow the croutons were soggy.

  26. CharlesB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It helps to reserve ahead of time if you want to sit indoors. We let the waiter know we were a little pressed time-wise to make a concert and he had us imbibing and chowing down lickety-split. No attitude. Friendly and attentive with none of that "Hello I'm Henry the Third and I'll be your server tonight" spiel that makes my skin crawl." I'll definitely be back to try more dishes. I had the soup of the day --chicken-- kale salad with radishes, both were excellent, and my dining companion had those ravioli things the size of perogi --plenty tasty too.

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded 4 days agoWe are so glad we were able to accommodate you time wise and give you the experience you were looking for! Thank you for letting us know, Charles! :) -Kerry

  27. GinaR

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    We had a group of nine with three kids and a baby. The restaurant was very accommodating and we all really enjoyed our food. They do have a kids menu, but you have to ask your server about it. We had a great time.

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded 4 days agoThank you for your review, Gina! We are so happy everyone had a great time! We hope to see you all again soon. :) -Kerry

  28. SusanM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful restaurant… Wonderful food… Ambience was great… Our server was fantastic. Could not have asked for a better experience.

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded 3 days agoThank you so much for visiting us, Susan! Please be sure to visit us soon! -Najjah :)

  29. OpenTable Diner

    Atlantic City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall3food5service5ambience3
    5% pandemic fee. No other restaurant charges that!

  30. Christy

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is absolutely amazing and portions are extremely filling.

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded 4 days agoWe are delighted to hear that your enjoyed your visit with us, Christy! Please join us any time. :) -Kerry

  31. BusinessDiner

    Dallas

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall2food3service2ambience2
    20 minute wait even with a reservation. Waited another 10 mins after being seated for anyone to greet us and bring water. Waiter was very friendly but too busy so we were left unattended, without water refills, etc. for extended periods of time. Menu tries to offer too many different choices- giving then overall “Chilis” feel. Prices were excessive- small size salad to accompany entree for $12. Felt like a tourist trap Rather than the unique farm to table experience I recalled from a few years ago.

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded 4 days agoThank you for your review. I am very sorry we sat you late for your reservation and it took an additional 10 minutes to be greeted. It seems we also failed to show you the value of our food. I would love to connect and turn this around. Please email me at Hospitality@FRG.farm with a copy of your review, date dined, and location. I look forward to hearing from you. -Kerry

  32. DCEater

    Washington DC

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Our server was very knowledgeable and friendly. She took great care of us!

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded 4 days agoThank you for dining with us! We appreciate your review as well! :) -Kerry

  33. OpenTable Diner

    Fort Lauderdale

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    The waffles and chicken was not hot. I was really disappointed in a 5% surcharge for recovery. Thought that was steep since our bill was over $400

  34. BrianWilkins

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My kids asked to come here a second night instead of Ted’s Bulletin!

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded 4 days agoYAY! We love this! Thank you for letting us know, Brian! :) -Kerry

  35. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wonderful food and great service! The Reuben uses cole slaw instead of sauerkraut but It was delicious nonetheless.

  36. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Celebrating my birthday. The GM treated us to a whiskey tasting. He is so passionate about what he does and it shows. Will go back.

  37. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    6 reviews

    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall1food2service3ambience1
    Sat outside. Tables were dirty and sticky. Menus were sticky. Had passer by on the side walk stop and verbally threaten several of the restaurant guests with a knife because they were eating meat. After threatening several customers at their tables the passer by left. The restaurant did nothing about it. Didn’t apologize or even offer a meal comp. Food was disappointing.

  38. Danna

    Washington DC

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Doug was a great server. And we especially appreciated having several menu choices for plant-based eaters. Awesome cauliflower steak and veggie hamburger.

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded 4 days agoThank you so much, Danna! We are so happy you enjoyed our vegetarian options and hope to see you again soon! :) -Kerry

  39. EricaR

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fun environment, diverse menu with lots of options, great value for fabulous food!!

    Founding Farmers - DCResponded 5 days agoThank you so much for dining with us, Erica! We are so thrilled to read that you enjoyed your time at our location! -Najjah :)

  40. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Founding Farmers - DC using the Order Online button. Founding Farmers - DC also offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Founding Farmers - DC also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 822-8783.

Founding Farmers - DC is rated 4.5 stars by 31867 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 504 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(202) 822-8783

Other options

  • Order online
  • Logo image for Uber Eats
Google Map for Founding Farmers - DC

1924 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20006

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    20th St. / Pennsylvania Ave. (Foggy Bottom)

  • Neighbourhood

    Foggy Bottom

  • Hours of Operation

    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:30 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 8:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Contemporary American, Comfort Food

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking Details

    There is metered parking on Pennsylvania Ave., 20th St., H St., and elsewhere within 2 blocks of the restaurant. There are 3 parking garages within 3 blocks of the restaurant; the closest is at the Shops at 2000 Pennsylvania (enter on 20th St.).

  • Public Transit

    There are two Metro stops within 3 blocks of the restaurant, Orange/Blue lines at Farragut West or Foggy Bottom/GWU. The red DC Circulator bus Georgetown/Union Station line stops on Pennsylvania Ave. at 21st street, as well as on K Street and on 19th, all just one block away.

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Joe Goetze

  • Entertainment

    The bar at Founding Farmers is a truly unique and innovative experience, with true mixologists specially trained in 'bar-chefing'. The bar menu harkens back to the pre-Prohibition era with handcrafted cocktails that use juices and mixers prepared by hand.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Website

    http://www.foundingfarmers.com/

  • Phone number

    (202) 822-8783

  • Catering

    Founding Farmers DC is available for catering pick up or catering delivery across Washington, DC. We can also provide full-service catering. Enjoy Founding Farmers scratch-made food wherever you need it. Let us cater breakfast, lunch, or dinner for you and your guests.

  • Private party facilities

    Founding Farmers includes is a second floor mezzanine level that is ideal for special events/parties or corporate events and can accommodate 100 comfortably seated for dinner or 120 for a standing reception. There are no fully private rooms.

  • Private party contact

    FFDC@FarmRequest.com: (202) 822-8783

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