Founding Farmers - DC

Name: Founding Farmers - DC
Address: 1924 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20006
Telephone: (202) 822-8783
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

30388 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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We have developed multi-layered systems to provide you with great food, drink, and hospitality and are continuing to adapt our operations to keep all of us as safe as possible. Visit our website to learn more. You can enjoy our scratch-made, thoughtfully sourced food and drink in our dining room and on our patio. We have breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekend brunch, and weekday happy hour. If you would prefer to stay at home, we have To Go and delivery everyday. Our hot ready-to-eat favorites are available To Go for breakfast, lunch & dinner, as well as our At Home special seasonal menus, which are started in our kitchens and ready to be finished in yours.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 29, 2022

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7:00 p.m.

Booked 435 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(202) 822-8783

Delivery

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Dining areas

Additional information

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
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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Popular dishes

Founding Spirits Barrel-Aged CocktailsUS$12.50
Two of our favorite classic cocktails aged in-house in oak barrels. Old Fashioned, Chelsea's Manhattan
Founding Spirits Martini
Enjoy the perfect martini with our Founding Spirits Vodka or Founding Spirits Dry Gin. Choose: classic or dirty
- MiniUS$6.50
- UpUS$11.50
- Up with a SidecarUS$13.50

Our Vodka

Founding Spirits MuleUS$11.50
Founding Spirits Vodka, lime, ginger, mint
Cucumber DelightUS$12.50
Founding Spirits Vodka, domaine de canton, lemon, cucumber, cantaloupe
Clementine CoolerUS$12.50
Founding Spirits Vodka infused with clementines, maraschino liqueur, lime, mint, Beyla honey, Founding Spirits clementine bitters
Fraise FlingUS$12.50
Founding Spirits Vodka, lemon, lychees, strawberry, agave, sparkling wine
Farmer's DaughterUS$12.50
Founding Spirits Vodka, domain de canton, st. germain, lime, passion fruit, raspberry, bitters
Chi Chi ColadaUS$12.50
Founding Spirits Vodka, pineapple, coconut cream

Our Dry Gin

The ConstitutionUS$11.50
Founding Spirits Dry Gin infused with blueberry, ginger & chamomile, lemon
SouthsideUS$11.50
Founding Spirits Dry Gin, lemon, mint, Founding Spirits clementine bitters
Easy PeasyUS$12.50
Founding Spirits Dry Gin, aperol, lemon, cucumber
Rosella SpritzUS$12.50
Founding Spirits Dry Gin, lime, rosella tea
The BaronessUS$13.50
Founding Spirits Dry Gin, campari, lime, mint

Gin & Tonics

ProperUS$11.50
Founding Spirits Dry Gin or Founding Spirits Dry Gin infused with strawberry, tonic
FrozenUS$11.50
Founding Spirits Dry Gin, house tonic, lime
G&T Fizz*US$11.50
Founding Spirits Dry Gin, house tonic, lime, lemon grass, egg white

Our Bourbon

Bourbon Sour*US$11.50
Founding Spirits Bourbon, lemon, egg white
Coconut Old FashionedUS$12.50
Founding Spirits Bourbon infused with coconut, cinnamon, bitters
Maple Bourbon SmashUS$12.50
Founding Spirits Bourbon infused with birch, lemon, orange, maple, bitters
Sunstone CollinsUS$12.50
Founding Spirits Bourbon infused with sunstone black tea, lemon
The PreaknessUS$12.50
Founding Spirits Bourbon, Founding Spirits Vodka, grand marnier, lemon, orange, pineapple, bitters
Bourbon ColadaUS$12.50
Founding Spirits Bourbon infused with coconut, pineapple, coconut cream
Farmer JohnUS$13.50
Founding Spirits Bourbon, curaçao, lemon
Bourbon MuleUS$13.50
Founding Spirits Bourbon, lime, ginger
Mint JulepUS$13.50
Founding Spirits Bourbon, mint, bitters
New York SourUS$13.50
Founding Spirits Bourbon, lemon, red wine float

Our Rye

You Caught My RyeUS$12.50
Founding Spirits Rye, campari, lime, almond, bitters
Blackberry Sour*US$13.50
Founding Spirits Rye, grand marnier, lemon, blackberry, bitters, egg white
Ward EightUS$13.50
Founding Spirits Rye, sweet vermouth, lemon, orange, grenadine, bitters
SazeracUS$14.50
Founding Spirits Rye, cognac, absinthe, peychaud

Buy a Bottle to Go

Curious about our spirits? Ask your server for a taste. Please do not open purchased bottles here

Vodka
- 1LUS$28.00
Dry Gin
- 1LUS$28.00
Bourbon
- 750mlUS$30.00
American Amaro
- 750mlUS$30.00
Rye
- 750mlUS$30.00

Tequila

Rosella MargaritaUS$12.50
blanco tequila, domain de canton, lime, rosella tea
The Margarita 2019*US$13.50
Mike V's Fave. A perfect balance of sweet & sour. Handcrafted to be so light & refreshing you'll want more than one. 100% agave tequila, cointreau, citrus, egg white. Choose: salt or no salt; pebble ice or cubes
Strawberry Ginger MargaritaUS$13.50
blanco tequila, patrón citrónge, lime, strawberry, ginger, mint
PalomaUS$13.50
blanco tequila, grapefruit, lime, agave, mezcal
Spicy PalomaUS$13.50
blanco tequila, yellow chartreuse, grapefruit, lime, chipotle
The ClementineUS$13.50
reposado tequila infused with clementine & chili, bénédictine, lime, pineapple, agave

Rum

Buck's Best Mai Tai*US$12.50
blend of dark rums, curaçao, lime, almond, bitters, passion fruit foam
El PresidenteUS$12.50
white rum, lime, pineapple, grenadine
Dark 'n StormyUS$12.50
dark rum, lime, ginger
PainkillerUS$12.50
dark rum, overproof rum, pineapple, coconut, orange, nutmeg
Rum PunchUS$13.50
dark rum, lemon, grapefruit, white tea, Founding Spirits clementine bitters, tiki bitters

Mojitos

ClassicUS$12.50
white rum, lime, mint, bitters
Old CubanUS$12.50
white rum, lime, mint, bitters, sparkling wine
Mojito DaiquiriUS$12.50
white rum, lime, mint

Cocktails

Craft Cocktails To Go
- 16ozUS$20.00

Wine & Beer

Bubbly

Freixenet Prosecco | Veneto, ItalyUS$12.50
ripe red berries, meyer lemon, tropical fruit, refreshing
Dopff & Irion Cremant de Alsace Rosé | Alsace, FranceUS$15.50
elegant rosé, hints of orange, light, crisp finish

Rosé

Fleurs de Prairie Rosé | Languedoc, France | 2020US$12.50
dried cherry, fresh strawberry, delicate, light finish
Our Virginia Vines Rosé | Madison, VA | 2020US$14.50
Vintners are Farmers® Our distinctly Virginian wine is handcrafted with our partner at Early Mountain Vineyards. Strawberry, rose hips, light & drinkable, delicate finish

White

Joseph Cattin Pinot Blanc | Alsace, France | 2018US$11.50
pear, nectarine, fresh, bright finish
Zemmer Pinot Grigio | Alto Adige, Italy | 2020US$12.50
stonefruit, honeysuckle, pear, lively finish
Esk Valley Sauvignon Blanc | Marlbourough, New Zealand | 2019US$12.50
juicy grapefruit, meyer lemon, bright finish
Domaine de Villalin Quincy | Les Grandes Vignes Sauvignon Blanc | Loire Valley, France | 2019US$13.50
grassy, ripe green fruit, fresh, clean finish
Rutherford Round Pond Sauvignon Blanc | Napa Valley, CA | 2020US$14.50
papaya & mango, juicy, bright citrus finish
Dopff & Irion Riesling | Alsace, France | 2019US$14.50
green apple, dry, bright finish
Deloach Vineyards Chardonnay | Russian River Valley, CA | 2019US$14.50
crisp green apple, melon, oak, well-rounded finish
Stag's Leap "Hands of Time" Chardonnay | Napa Valley, CA | 2019US$16.50
floral, poached pear, bold, well-rounded finish
Roserock Estate Chardonnay | Eola-Amity Hills, OR | 2019US$18.50
floral, bright lemon, rich finish

Red

Piazzo Barbera d'Alba | Piedmont, Italy | 2020US$12.50
bright red cherry, fresh acidity, light finish
Buena Vista North Coast Pinot Noir | North Coast, CA | 2018US$14.50
berry, cocoa, baking spice, bold, rich finish
Duckhorn Migration Pinot Noir | Sonoma Coast, CA | 2019US$17.50
bright plum, pepper, cocoa, silky finish
Orube Crianza Tempranillo | Rioja, Spain | 2017US$13.50
vanilla, smoky caramel, roasted coffee, refined fruity finish
Kaiken Reserva Malbec | Mendoza, Argentina | 2018US$15.50
ripe cherry, baking spice, refined finish
Domaine de la Solitude | Côtes du Rhône Rouge | Rhône Valley, France | 2019US$13.50
fresh red fruit, bold & powerful, slightly dry finish
Tenshen Red Blend | Santa Barbara, CA | 2019US$14.50
dark chocolate, baking spices, vibrant fruit, silky finish
Raymond Vineyards Sommelier Select Cabernet Sauvignon | North Coast, CA | 2019US$14.50
cherry, plum, smooth finish
Greenwing Cabernet Sauvignon | Columbia Valley, WA | 2019US$18.50
vibrant dark fruit, cocoa, silky finish

American & Craft Beer

Draft

Pabst Blue Ribbon | Lager | 4.7%US$5.50
Tröegs Sunshine Pilsner | Pilsner | PA | 4.5%US$7.50
Devil's Backbone Vienna Lager | Lager | VA | 5.2%US$7.50
Flying Dog Chesapeake Wheat | Wheat Ale | MD | 5%US$7.50
Victory Golden Monkey | Belgian | PA | 9.5%US$7.50
Great Lakes Hazecraft | Hazy IPA | OH | 6.7%US$7.50
Atlas Ponzi | IPA | DC | 7.3%US$7.50
Local & Seasonal DraftUS$8.50

Cider

Capitol Cider House Capitol Cuvee' | DC | 6.9%US$7.50

Non-Alcoholic Beverages

$5.99

Zero-Proof Sparking Seltzers
choose: green tea & honey, grapefruit, citrus, or citrus & mint
Scratch Soda
choose: grapefruit, orange, lemon-lime, ginger, hibiscus, vanilla, or seasonal
Today's Rickey
lime juice, seltzer, today's syrup

What 30,388 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4.2Value

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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
overall5food5service5ambience5
A staple for any trip to DC! We love coming back here for the beignets and great breakfast plates.
NK
NoreenK
Naples
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food4service4ambience4
Good value ! Good food ! Good service ! Good location!
Founding Farmers - DCResponded today
Thank you so much, Noreen! So glad you enjoyed everything! Please come back soon. -Jessica
DM
DMRussell
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Classic American dishes done very well. Pot roast, chicken pot pie, etc. Great value for the money.
h
hungry1
San Diego
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall3food5service3ambience3
Acoustics were poor and we could not understand people across the table or that waiter. Food was great
Founding Farmers - DCResponded today
Thank you so much for your feedback. 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 and location. I look forward to hearing from you soon. -Jessica
RF
RebeccaF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
I absolutely love this restaraunt! Every part of the meal was amazing both times I have been, and the waiters are so nice! 100% recommend!
RF
RobertF
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall3food3service4ambience4
No happy hour specials unless seated at bar. Chicken fried steak was very greasy, over-fried. Other food ordered was good but nothing spectacular.
Founding Farmers - DCResponded today
Thank you so much for your feedback. I am very sorry for the disappointing outcome to your dining experience this time. I would love the chance to touch base and hopefully turn this around! Please email me: Hospitality@frg.farm with a copy of your review, date dined and location. Thank you and we appreciate you alerting us to this. -Jessica
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Christinef
New York Area
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
Our server corine was so great. Loved the corn bread. Pasta was good
Founding Farmers - DCResponded today
Thank you so much for those kind words! Look forward to seeing you again soon!-Jessica
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service4ambience5
I wanted an unique meal experience while visiting DC and this place was perfect! The scratch soda was delicious! And a fun place to eat! Reservation is needed!!!
M
Mahidevran
Washington DC
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and drinks here are amazing. Can't wait to come back for brunch here.
Founding Farmers - DCResponded today
Thank you so much for dining with us! Please come back soon! -Jessica
OT
OpenTable Diner
Indiana
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food3service3ambience3
Needed a quick affordable place to eat after 9pm. This fit the bill. Something for everyone on the menu. Close to National mall
AS
AdamS
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Founding farmers is one of the best dining experiences in DC. Everything from the appetizers to dessert was centered around perfectly executing classic home style dishes - it was all delicious. Our server, Cole was super friendly and attentive to all of our needs. She was also very knowledgeable about the different options on the menu.
Founding Farmers - DCResponded today
Thank you so much for the glowing review! Please come back and visit us again soon! -Jessica
LR
2LaRue
Washington DC
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall2food3service1ambience2
Good was ok but not excellent as expected from previous visits. Staff were less than attentive, frequently forgetting asks for extra spoons as bringing dirty dishes to the table. Food was average, clearly over warmed waiting for delivery. A very ‘meh’ experience.
Founding Farmers - DCResponded today
I am very sorry for the disappointing outcome to your visit this time. I would love the chance to touch base and hopefully turn this around! Please email me: Hospitality@frg.farm with a copy of your review, date dined and location. Thank you and we appreciate you alerting us to this. -Jessica
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Nana
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall3food3service5ambience4
I thought it was okay! The atmosphere was very nice, and the service was amazing! The food was subpar
Founding Farmers - DCResponded today
Thank you for your review. I'd love the chance to turn around our mistakes this time. Please email me: Hospitality@frg.farm with a copy of your review, date dined and location. Thank you for alerting us to this and hopefully giving us a chance to connect and make this right. -Jessica
LM
LaMa
Detroit
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Highly recommend the Honey Thyme Chicken and The Constitution Cocktail
Founding Farmers - DCResponded 1 day ago
Great recommendations! :) -Kerry
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JudyJ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience4
Made reservations and the check-in was easy and the wait time was minimal. Service was outstanding. Our waitress always had a smile on her face and was very attentive and helpful. The food was good and we enjoyed our time at Founding Farmers. Recommend this restaurant to everyone.
Founding Farmers - DCResponded 1 day ago
So glad to hear we gave you a great experience. Please come back so see us soon! :) -Kerry
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SarahB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious and interesting! A must-do if you're in DC! I will never visit without enjoying a meal here!
Founding Farmers - DCResponded today
Thank you so much, Sarah! Look forward to seeing you again soon! -Jessica
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Visiting from North Dakota and loved Founding Farmers so much that we came back two more times within the week! Highly recommend and can’t wait to go back someday.
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Kaci
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience4
Home-made pasta was excellent. Drinks a little expensive but world return!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food5service3ambience1
Food was amazing. The table next to me was vaping very heavily with a staff member. Not great for an eating environment. Server was very busy, couldn't keep up.
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Lindsay
New York Area
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Doug was an exemplary server. Enthusiastic, welcoming and very knowledgeable about the menu and dietary questions. He also helped get one of our party served quickly in order to make a train departure. Kudos to the kitchen: the food was excellent!
Founding Farmers - DCResponded 1 day ago
Thank you so much for your review, Lindsay! :) -Kerry
KB
KellyB
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and ambiance for a dc business meeting
Founding Farmers - DCResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for dining with us, Kelly! :) -Kerry
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NellsVH
Washington DC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
Founding Farmers is a reliable choice for a business lunch or family brunch. It's clean, the food is great, service is reasonable even during busy times, and the bill is never outrageous. Reservations are a must, but with a reservation I rarely have had to wait more than five minutes before my party is seated. The menu has something for everyone and nearly everything is delicious: The Butternut Squash Ravioli were excellent for my last lunch. Drinks are fantastic, both alcoholic and soft; the homemade Arnold Palmer is perfect for summer. Great standby that has not disappointed for brunch, lunch, or dinner with guests.
Founding Farmers - DCResponded 1 day ago
Thank you so much for your review! I am so happy to hear that your party enjoyed everything! :) -Kerry
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OpenTable Diner
Louisville
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Founding Farmers’ brunch was delicious! They also have a great coffee selection! I had the vegetable scramble with French Toast and I highly recommend it. My only critique is that I thought the scramble was going to be more veggie heavy than it actually was— still yummy either way!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
11 reviews
2.0
11 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall2food2service2ambience3
This place is over rated. Food is okay…nothing special. Best thing here is the fresh OJ and hash browns.
JM
JenniferM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
Love this restaurant! Atmosphere drinks and food are wonderful!
Founding Farmers - DCResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for your wonderful review, Jennifer! :) -Kerry
OT
OpenTable Diner
Minneapolis
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall3food2service5ambience2
Our server was delightful! Lovely and kind person! The restaurant concept is confusing. I felt like we were in a Perkins meets something that’s trying to be farm-to-table. It’s just not quite there for me. The food was tasty. I guess I can’t believe it’s as popular as Yelp proclaims.
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Leila
San Francisco
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
Brie and apple appetizer and pot roast were both outstanding. Spinach Salad was very good. Cauliflower steak was only good. A waittress who was not our waiter was NOT happy about getting us an extra butter.
Founding Farmers - DCResponded 3 days ago
Hi, Leila. I am glad you enjoyed your visit and I am so sorry about the service you received from the other server. I hope she did not change your impression of us and we will see you again soon! Thank you very much for alering us to this issue. -Kerry
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jefffs
New York Area
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall2food2service2ambience3
The restaurant looked beautiful and the menu was interesting and inviting. However tea was luke warm so much so didn’t steep. Asked for another and same problem. Asked for maple syrup but never came. Asked for olive oil for toast, never came. Wanted eggs scrambled well, came rare. Hash browns had little flavor and fruit subpar. And not cheap. Worst meal in DC on 4 day trip.
Founding Farmers - DCResponded 4 days ago
Thank you so much for your review. I am so sorry the service and meal was not up to our standards during your visit. We hope you will give us another try should you visit the DC area again. -Tiffany
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall1food4service1ambience4
Servers just ignored us when we are trying to take orders. The server didn’t return my credit card after he took my credit card to pay the bill. My credit card was just lost when I came back to talk to them and you can never reach them through the phone… Food was okay. But service needs to improve
PS
PatriciaS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a last minute change in our reservation due to the weather but they were very accommodating. Place was extreamly busy, as usual, but we're seated within 5 minutes of our reservation time. Food was excellent and although it was not my first time there, my only complaint is there is such a large selection it's hard to choose. Never had a bad meal and always served up with excellent service.
Founding Farmers - DCResponded 4 days ago
Thank you so much, Patricia! We appreciate you dining with us and are thrilled you have had great experiences! Thank you for taking the time to post your review and we look forward to having you back soon! -Tiffany
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent as always.
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NOLDAS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lives up to its reputation. Excellent food, great service, good prices. make reservations.
Founding Farmers - DCResponded 3 days ago
Thank you very much for your review! :) -Kerry
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall3food3service2ambience4
First time and wasnt impressed. The servers seemed uninterested in being there. Asked the girl who delivered our food if she would mind taking a dirty plate back with her and she rolled her eyes. It was warm and humid in the restaurant causing us to want to get out of there. I wanted to like it but kept feeling like that's not what they wanted to happen.
AO
AngelaO
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The waiter was the Best. He knew the menu and was very pleasant.
Founding Farmers - DCResponded 4 days ago
Wonderful! Thank you so much for dining with us! Hope to have you back soon. -Tiffany
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SandyS
Washington DC
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall3food3service5ambience3
The drinks were good. Our server did an excellent job for his second day working there. My food was ok, not the best that I’ve had there. Others in my party enjoyed their food for the most part.
Founding Farmers - DCResponded 4 days ago
Hello Sandy! Thank you so much for your review. Though your meal missed the mark this visit, I am thrilled you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to you returning. -Tiffany
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We moved our son to DC for an internship. It was out first time eating @FF. All were pleased! Thank you!!
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Nina
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall3food2service3ambience4
Food was basic and unseasoned. Drinks were super pricey . No cocktails under $11 . I had the shrimp and grits with andouille, it came out super grease and clumpy . My server was a sweetheart and super apologetic. Poor thing had like 7 tables to serve
Founding Farmers - DCResponded 4 days ago
Hello Nina, I am so sorry the meals and drinks failed to impress. We hope you will give us another try in the future. We would love the opportunity to guide you to a meal you will truly enjoy! -Tiffany
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Kita
Washington DC
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food3service4ambience4
Our server was nice and very polite. The food was mediocre. The shrimp and grits was more like a soup and the steak was requested medium but came out well done. Smoked salmon Benedict was decent. Waffle with bacon and fruit was good. We’ve been for lunch and dinner which is really good e expected the same for brunch but…we’ll stick with lunch and dinner.
Founding Farmers - DCResponded 6 days ago
Hi, Kita! Thank you for the review and feedback from your most recent visit. I'm happy to read that the service was good. I'm sorry to read that the food you ordered during brunch did not live up to expectations. We really look forward to seeing you again for our lunch and dinner menu!-Franklin
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Jenn27
Philadelphia
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
Food was average, nothing spectacular. Servers were friendly. We made reservations to sit outside but the umbrella was broken and table was in the direct sun so they made accommodations for us to sit inside.
Founding Farmers - DCResponded 4 days ago
Thank you so much for dining with us! I am so sorry the seating outside did not work out, but glad we were able to accommodate you indoors. We hope you will return to try more of our menu! -Tiffany
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TimS
Las Vegas
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service3ambience3
I went for breakfast on a Sunday morning. The food and prices were good for DC. The noise level is a little on the high side. But what do you expect from hardwood floors, hard walls, and nothing to absorb acoustics. You better make a reservation for this place. They are popular. I gotta ding them on organization and/or service though. They forgot a couple things..like condiments... and a few other things. It could have just been a communication thing for all I know. Nobody's perfect and I'll never hold them to such a standard. 4.5 stars and worth it. They pour decent drinks too.
Founding Farmers - DCResponded 4 days ago
Thank you so much for your kind and honest review. We appreciate you dining with us and although some things missed the mark, we are thrilled you enjoyed your experience! Hope to have you dine with us again soon. -Tiffany

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 30388 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

DateTime

May 29, 2022

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1924 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, DC 20006

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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
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

Founding Farmers - DC

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Founding Spirits Martini

Our Vodka

Founding Spirits MuleUS$11.50

Cucumber DelightUS$12.50

Clementine CoolerUS$12.50

Fraise FlingUS$12.50

Farmer's DaughterUS$12.50

Chi Chi ColadaUS$12.50

Our Dry Gin

The ConstitutionUS$11.50

SouthsideUS$11.50

Easy PeasyUS$12.50

Rosella SpritzUS$12.50

The BaronessUS$13.50

Gin & Tonics

ProperUS$11.50

FrozenUS$11.50

G&T Fizz*US$11.50

Our Bourbon

Bourbon Sour*US$11.50

Coconut Old FashionedUS$12.50

Maple Bourbon SmashUS$12.50

Sunstone CollinsUS$12.50

The PreaknessUS$12.50

Bourbon ColadaUS$12.50

Farmer JohnUS$13.50

Bourbon MuleUS$13.50

Mint JulepUS$13.50

New York SourUS$13.50

Our Rye

You Caught My RyeUS$12.50

Blackberry Sour*US$13.50

Ward EightUS$13.50

SazeracUS$14.50

Buy a Bottle to Go

Vodka

Dry Gin

Bourbon

American Amaro

Rye

Tequila

Rosella MargaritaUS$12.50

The Margarita 2019*US$13.50

Strawberry Ginger MargaritaUS$13.50

PalomaUS$13.50

Spicy PalomaUS$13.50

The ClementineUS$13.50

Rum

Buck's Best Mai Tai*US$12.50

El PresidenteUS$12.50

Dark 'n StormyUS$12.50

PainkillerUS$12.50

Rum PunchUS$13.50

Mojitos

ClassicUS$12.50

Old CubanUS$12.50

Mojito DaiquiriUS$12.50

Cocktails

Craft Cocktails To Go

Wine & Beer

Bubbly

Freixenet Prosecco | Veneto, ItalyUS$12.50

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Rosé

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