Founding Farmers & Distillers - DC

4.3

8990 Reviews

$30 and under

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Walking distance to many of DC’s historic landmarks, Founding Farmers & Distillers offers a diverse menu beloved by locals and tourists alike, including dishes inspired by nearby Chinatown and cocktails featuring our in-house distillery, Founding Spirits. Open 365 days a year, our culinary crew crafts dishes & drinks from scratch with simple, high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers we know and trust.

Join us for breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekday happy hour, decadent weekend Farmers Market Buffet Brunch, or grab a cup of house-roasted coffee and breakfast treat from our First Bake Cafe.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 262 times today

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(202) 464-3001

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–11:00 am First Bake Mon–Fri 8:00 am–10:30 am Buffet Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 464-3001
Website
https://www.wearefoundingfarmers.com/location/founding-farmers-distillers/
Payment options
AMEX, Contactless Payment, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Joe Goetze
Catering
Our Founding Farmers & Distillers Catering is available for pick up or delivery across the District. Enjoy Founding Farmers scratch-made food wherever you need it. We can also provide full-service catering. Let us cater your next event.
Private party facilities
Founding Farmers & Distillers is a great choice for group and private dining in downtown DC. We have a variety of options and can accommodate 8–55 guests for special events and gatherings. Details on our dining rooms are below. Depending on the day and time, we may be able to host larger groups here or at one of our sibling restaurants.
Private party contact
Private Event Coordinator: (855) 397-6909

Location
600 Massachusetts Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20001
Neighborhood
Mount Vernon Square
Cross street
6th and Massachusetts Ave NW
Parking details
The closest parking garage is located beneath our 600 Mass Ave building. The entrance is located on Massachusetts Ave NW. The parking garage elevator will bring guests to the lobby. Guests should proceed through the lobby and Farmers & Distillers will be located on the right.
Public transit
Gallery Place Chinatown<br />Mt. Vernon Square
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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5% Restaurant Recovery Charge. While there are many ways society is rebuilding itself post-pandemic, there continues to be devastating and long-lasting impacts on the full-service restaurant industry. Our recovery charge was created so that we can continue to operate as a viable business, employer, and neighbor. The charge helps cover pandemic-related losses and debts; vaccines, boosters, and mental health services for our team members and their families; as well as our ongoing community efforts. We appreciate your continued support by dining in our restaurants. We are farmers. We are restaurateurs. We are distillers. Together, we created this restaurant. We make everything we can from scratch, from our bread to our booze, using ingredients from farmers we know and trust. The family farmers of the North Dakota Farmers Union collectively own this restaurant, along with Founding Farmers and Farmers Fishers Bakers. They are represented on every plate and directly benefit when you enjoy our food and drink. This is what it means to be farmer-owned. Welcome to our table

Starters

Table Breads

Our Bread & Butter$7.50
rustic white boule
Parmesan Garlic Knots$8.50
roasted tomato-basil chutney, whipped ricotta
Table Bread Basket$10.50
Skillet Cornbread$10.50
ND honey butter, J.Q. Dickinson salt

Handmade Dumplings & Crispy Imperial Spring Rolls

Kung Pao Chicken Dumplings$8.50
Pork Dumplings$8.50
Shrimp Dumplings$11.50
Sweet Potato Spring Rolls$8.50
Chicken Spring Rolls$8.50
Shrimp Spring Rolls$12.50

Main

Whirley Pop Kettle Corn$7.50
Crispy Vegetables$11.50
lightly fried, sesame-soy dipping sauce
Glazed Bacon Lollis$12.50
Fried Green Tomatoes$12.50
green goddess, goat cheese herb spread
Pickled Garden Vegetables$12.50
Garlic Black Pepper Wings$14.50
Chips & Dips$14.50
guacamole, salsa, pimento cheese
Spinach Dip$14.50
Meatballs$14.50
beef & pork meatballs, red sauce
Sticky Pork Riblets$15.50
wok-fried, sweet sauce
Ahi Tuna Bites*$15.50
Hot Crab & Artichoke Dip$16.50
Shrimp Cocktail$18.50

Soup & Salads

Soup & Small Salads

add: herb chicken +$6.50, steak* +$8.50, salmon* +$8.50, tuna* +$8.50, shrimp +$8.50, scallops* +$10.50

Today's Soup$9.99
Farmers Salad*$12.50
mixed lettuce, avocado, dates, tomatoes, grapes, almonds, parmesan, olives, champagne & sherry vinaigrettes
Caesar Salad$12.50
little gem lettuce, parmigiano-romano, pecorino, biscuit & cornbread croutons
General's House$12.50
mixed lettuce, radicchio, radish, parmesan, truffle vinaigrette
Apple & Danish Blue$12.50
romaine, shaved celery, roasted tomatoes
Purple & Black Kale$12.50
hazelnuts, dates, radish, pecorino, lemon vinaigrette
Italian Sunday$12.50
mixed lettuce, cucumber, radish, roasted tomatoes, fennel, red onion, aged provolone, parmesan, red wine vinaigrette
Drag Through The Garden*$12.50
mixed lettuce, tomato, green beans, carrot, radish, bell pepper, fennel, cucumber, herb champagne vinaigrette

Entrée Salads

Good All Green$16.50
mixed lettuce, broccolini, green beans, green apple, avocado, feta, toasted seeds, lemon vinaigrette
Chinese Fried Chicken$17.50
mixed lettuce, napa cabbage, wontons, peanut noodles, mint, sesame vinaigrette
Southern Chicken*$19.50
choose: herb grilled chicken or fried romaine, bacon, cheddar, avocado, onion, tomatoes, honey mustard, champagne vinaigrette
Spicy Ahi Tuna Poke*$22.50
napa cabbage, avocado, bell pepper, onion, cilantro, basil, mint, sesame vinaigrette
Louie Cobb$25.50
romaine, avocado, tomatoes, egg, danish blue cheese, green onion, lemon vinaigrette
- Shrimp$27.50
- Crab$27.50
- Combo$26.50

Chinatown Favorites

Hand-Pulled Noodles

Beef & Pork Meatballs$17.50
mushrooms, oyster sauce, chili, broth
Curry Chicken$18.50
bean sprouts, basil, green onion, lime
Signature Cumin Lamb$19.50
cabbage, bean sprouts, sichuan peppercorn, spicy chili oil
Spicy Dandan Beef & Pork$19.50
bean sprouts, cucumber, sichuan peppercorn
Drunken Beef & Chicken$19.50
mushrooms, bok choy, napa cabbage, bean sprouts, sesame seeds

Take Out Style

Cashew Fried Rice$16.50
choose: chicken & beef or vegetable
Chinese Fried Chicken$20.50
bok choy, cashew fried rice
Twice-Cooked Beef$20.50
broccolini, cashew fried rice
Chinese Riblets$22.50
bok choy, cashew fried rice
Chinese Fried Chicken & Chinese Riblets$25.50
fries, coleslaw

Handmade Pasta

From scratch, every day, in our kitchen

Linguine Pomodoro$17.50
parmesan, basil
Seven Cheese Macaroni$18.50
Cacio e Pepe$18.50
cream, parmesan, pecorino, toasted black pepper
Cheese Ravioli$18.50
Three Cheese Ravioli & Meatball Brodo$20.50
Pappardelle Bolognese$22.50
Linguine & Fresh Clams$22.50
Founding Spirits Vodka Pesto Shrimp & Crab Linguine$26.50
Seafood Bucatini$26.50
red sauce, clams, shrimp, mussels, white fish

From the Range #1

We collaborate with independent ranchers in the mid-Atlantic to buy our meat

Herb-Crusted Prime Rib*
au jus, horseradish, classic loaded baked potato, sautéed green vegetables; available after 5pm
- 10 oz$28.99
Steak Frites*$23.99
béarnaise, sautéed green vegetables
Mustard Seed-Crusted Twin Lamb Chops*$28.99
sautéed green vegetables, fried potato salad

From the Range #2

Served with sautéed green vegetables and mashed potatoes or an Idaho baked potato (after 5pm) – choose: classic loaded, pimento cheese, sour cream & onion

Ribeye*
- 10 oz$30.99
Aged NY Strip*
- 12 oz$31.99
Filet*
- 8 oz$37.99
Filet & Shrimp*$43.99

Burgers & Sandwiches

Served on breads that are mixed, shaped, and baked in our bakery. Choice of side: fries, coleslaw, or Italian Sunday salad

All-American Double Cheeseburger*$15.50
Mark's Juicy Lucy Cheeseburger*$16.50
stuffed with house-made American cheese
Avocado Poblano Cheeseburger*$16.50
"Grilled Cheese" Bacon Patty Melt$17.50
Goat Cheese Burger*$17.50
Baby Burgers, Shake & Fries*$18.50
Our Best Veggie Cheeseburger$18.50
muenster, whole grains, black beans, sweet potatoes, beets
Turkey Avocado$15.50
green goddess, brie, goat cheese spread, multigrain
Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup$15.50
Little Italy Chicken Parm$16.50
Nonna's Meatball Parm$16.50
Roasted Vegetable, Avocado & Brie$16.50
apple walnut raisin bread
Spicy Fried Chicken$17.50
Deli Stacked Hot Pastrami$17.50
Pastrami Reuben$18.50
Crab Cake Sandwich$19.99
Prime Rib Dip*$22.50

Founding Farmers Signatures

Southern Fried Chicken & Waffle$20.50
mac & cheese, green beans
Honey Thyme Spatchcock Chicken$20.50
sautéed green vegetables, root vegetable succotash
Chicken Pot Pie$20.50
Chicken Fried Steak & Waffle$20.50
mashed potatoes, green beans
Turkey & Gravy$20.50
Beef & Pork Meatballs$20.50
red sauce, parmesan grits
Yankee Pot Roast$21.50

Premium Seafood

Sustainably wild-caught or sustainably farmed. Traceable

Today's Fish
- MKT
Fish, Chips & Beer$19.99
short white beer
Shrimp Scampi$22.99
gnocchi, spinach, grilled ciabatta
Mussel Pot$22.99
white wine, garlic, rustic white boule
Cracker-Crusted Shrimp$22.99
fries, coleslaw, cornbread
Shrimp & Grits$22.99
Cioppino$27.99
seafood tomato broth, crab, mussels, clams, scallops, white fish, shrimp, rustic white boule
Glazed Cedar Plank Salmon*$28.99
mashed potatoes, vegetable succotash
Mid-Atlantic Scallops$28.99
herb meunière, parmesan risotto, crispy brussels sprouts
Simply Seared Sushi-Grade Tuna*$29.99
crispy brussels sprouts, farro, black lentil salad, cashew nut butter, lemon butter
Crab Cakes$32.99
fries, coleslaw

Dan's Comfort Foods

add protein: herb chicken +$6.50, steak* +$8.50, salmon* +$8.50, tuna* +$8.50, shrimp +$8.50, scallops* +$10.50

Quinoa Grain Bowl$13.50
bulgur, wheat berries, kale, brussels sprouts, cauliflower hummus, goji berries, coconut nut butter
Farro Grain Bowl$13.50
black lentils, carrots, roasted eggplant & mushrooms, peanut butter, cashew butter, pistachios
Herb Chicken Breast$15.50
sautéed green vegetables, sweet & sour tomatoes, coconut nut butter, extra virgin olive oil
Grilled Salmon$18.50
bulgur, wheat berries, kale, roasted brussels sprouts, cauliflower hummus, goji berries, coconut nut butter, savory vinaigrette
Spaghetti Squash Pomodoro$17.50
Cauliflower Steak$20.50
Herb Butter Steamed Cod$21.50
corn, mushrooms, cannellini beans, leeks, fennel, spinach, star anise, vegetable broth
Seared Scallops & Shrimp$24.50
farro, wheat berries, roasted sweet potatoes, greens, sweet & sour tomato vinaigrette
Veggie Loaf$25.50
mashed potatoes, roasted cauliflower & brussels sprouts, mushroom gravy

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.2Service
4.2Ambience
4.1Value

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OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall1food1service1ambience1
The service was amazingly slow, we had to prompt several times to get our food after waiting for more than 45 minutes, and the order was wrong when it came to the table. The portion sizes were very small, considering the prices. Sadly, I had been there before and had a much better experience. I’ve also been to other locations of the same restaurant group and had much better results. I will not go back.
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PMCNW
Portland
16 reviews
3.0
16 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall3food3service2ambience3
The owners of this establishment should give a raise to the manager. She comped our meals when one thing after another led to a long meal with delays. The food was ok. Maybe on a non spring break time with fewer people it would be better. Wouldn’t recommend.
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded todayThank you 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
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DawnS
Dallas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience! Loved it! We loved the food and service!
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded todayThank you so much, Dawn for stopping by! Please come back soon! -Jessica
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food3service5ambience5
Nice atmosphere and great customer service but the food was just ok.
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loncanderson
Washington DC
7 reviews
vip
1.0
7 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall1food1service1ambience1
Service was very slow - more than 15 mins from the time we sat to get water, then 10 mins before our drink order was taken, and then the bar was backed up so one drink arrived and we waited another 10 minutes for the other drink. The menu is expansive unless you have any dietary restrictions or you are vegetarian. The pasta was not seasoned.
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 2 days agoHello. I am so sorry to read this experience was not up to our standards during your visit. We never intend to fall behind or get backed up, though it does happen. I apologize it had such an affect on your experience. We appreciate your patience this time and hope to have you give us another try in the future. -Tiffany
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall1food1service1ambience1
We had a reservation for 6:15, and show to see that started at 7:45. We were seated at 6:35. We ordered immediately, told the server we had plans after dinner. At 7, after not having so much as received our sodas, we left without dinner. Poor planning, poor staff, badly served.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was great, our waitress was extremely knowledgeable on allergy protocol & accommodated them wonderfully. From the time we checked in with the hostess to the time we left, we could not have had a better experience!
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JoeS
Washington DC
94 reviews
vip
3.0
94 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall3food3service5ambience2
It was sad to see one section open with about five people working at this once very busy location during breakfast. The Coconut Chia did not have the apples, blackberries, peanut butter or honey as described on the menu. When I asked, was told it was a very busy weekend and they were out of some things. Again, sad.
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 1 day agoThank you for your review, Joe. I am very, very sorry that you were not able to receive all the components to your chia bowl. It is very sad that we were not able to give you a wonderful experience. I hope that we get to have another chance to impress you. I am confident our team can do better and we look forward to the opportunity to do so! -Najjah :)
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LoriS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The dinner our family had was perfect - yummy skillet cornbread with actual pieces of corn, a tasty bread basket, awesome fried chicken and waffles with mac n' cheese, gooey "grilled cheese" patty melt (thinly sliced bread turned into a grilled cheese sandwich on each end of a burger patty!) and sublime, perfectly cooked scallops over creamy parmesan risotto. We topped it off with a decadent slice of chocolate cheesecake.
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 2 days agoAmazing! Thank you, Lori! We love a detailed description of our delicious menu. It seems you were able to try multiple dishes and we hope to have you return and explore even more. -Tiffany
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AbnerB
Milwaukee
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food5service4ambience4
Food was excellent. They were clearly short staffed so service did suffer, not our waiters fault though. That was the only reason for the four star. Try the Mai Tai!
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 2 days agoThank you, Abner! We look forward to having you back sometime! -Tiffany
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LizS
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall3food3service2ambience3
I was disappointed in my trip to farmers and distillers. Our drinks took 20 minutes to arrive. Our appetizers arrived, and not five minutes later our entrees. The space is noisy and is not conducive to conversation. Our server never brought a water refill despite being out before the appetizers appeared. Would not recommend.
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 2 days agoLiz, thank you for sharing your experience. It seems we failed to impress this time and I am very sorry. We appreciate your patience this visit, but I completely understand why you left disappointed. We hope to have another chance to impress you. I am confident our team can do better and we look forward to the opportunity to do so! -Tiffany
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AnneL
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great restaurant with diverse menu. Kid friendly yet good menu for adults- nice cocktails too!
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 2 days agoThankyou, Anne! We look forward to you returning and exploring what else we have to offer. -Tiffany
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GoodFoodTooLoud
Orlando
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food5service3ambience3
Extremely loud and overcrowded. We could barely hear each other and our table or booth was pretty cramped. This is not a good restaurant for conversation.
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 2 days agoWe appreciate the review, and though our lively atmosphere was not expected, I am thrilled you gave us a try. We looked forward to you visiting again, and exploring more of what we have to offer. -Tiffany
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall3food2service5ambience5
The pasta sauce and the spring rolls were both very salty and heavy and not really smooth or ‘feel good’. The focus was definitely on speed of turnover vs good quality cooking. The ambiance was fun and the service was excellent but this is not a top choice for great food , but probably a great choice for a group hangout.
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SageL
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall1food1service3ambience1
just an overall bad experience. didn’t find the god that great and was waiting a long time.
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 2 days agoOh Sage, I am so sorry. I would love to connect further and get some more details about your visit. Please email Hospitality@FRG.Farm with a copy of your review, date dined and location. I hope to have a hand in turning around this impression your left with. -Tiffany
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall1food2service1ambience1
Waited 45 minutes to sit at table after our reservation- extremely crowded and long lines to host stand.
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StacieL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved it 😊 Everything was wonderful! Brunch was great!
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 2 days agoThank you, Stacie! We look forward to your next visit! -Tiffany
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TimM
Richmond
22 reviews
4.0
22 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience3
I’ve been here with my wife three times for the Sunday brunch buffet. The food is still very good but it has gotten much more crowded which impacts the service a little. I also thought this time the food selection was not as good as it used to be and they had many dishes that were not marked at all (telling you what they were) or were misidentified. We love the bloody Mary’s here but the ones we got today weren’t mixed/stirred when we got them. Still tasted okay but only after we finished the bartender’s job. Our server was nice but never refilled my coffee; really didn’t check in us other than to remove a plate. It just seemed more sloppy and not quite the high quality it used to be, especially for the price—which includes a small markup for what was labeled “restaurant recovery”! This long after COVID shutdowns, that’s just an excuse to charge you more. Bottom line: still very good, but they need to do some work to get back to the quality they had before.
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 2 days agoThank you for your feedback, Tim. I am very sorry this visit was not up to our standards. I appreciate you sharing this with us and I will be sure to bring it to our managers and culinary teams attention. We will be sure to address this issues you experienced, and we look forward to you joining us again in he future. -Tiffany
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Finediner
Washington DC
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall2food2service4ambience2
I can’t endorse. And I’ve been here many times. The waitstaff and manager were easy to deal with, but there must b a new chef in the kitchen who is sabotaging Farmers & Distillers. Almost every entree had major problems. The cronut was too salty and had a hard candy like finish on top. And I ordered Riesling but they gave me Sauvignon Blanc (which I promptly sent back). This used to be a good restaurant but they didn’t get it right last night at all.
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 3 days agoThank you so much for sharing your experience with us. I am extremely sorry we completely missed the mark and just couldn't see to get it right during your visit with us. This is definitely not at all up to par with our standards of food and service. We always want our guest to have a wonderful experience with us and I am terribly sorry this was anything less than that. We really would love to have you dine with us again so can turn around this poor impression we left with you. -Amanee
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KimV
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great restaurant. We were seated near the front door so it was a little loud. The food and service were great, so I will return!
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 2 days agoThank you, Kim! We look forward to your next visit! -Tiffany
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JayA
Washington DC
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food3service4ambience4
7:30 on Saturday and out of two meals we ordered - lamb chops and prime rib. Management was very apologetic and gracious for the culinary faux pas. Willing to come back and try again.
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 2 days agoHi Jay. We look forward to you giving us another try! -Tiffany
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StuartG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Farmers and Distillers is my favorite restaurant in DC. The only problem I have with the experience is the noise level in the space, I have a hard time hearing in noisy places but I also have a hearing issue. The food is worth it, I'd eat here every time.
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 2 days agoHi Stuart! Though the noise level is not ideal, I am thrilled to read you enjoy dining with us! Thank you for the great review and see you soon! -Tiffany
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AmandaD
Raleigh
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
I don't think you can go wrong with anything! Our waiter was exceptional - attentive and helpful to offer suggestions and information about the menu items. We had the kung pao chicken dumplings, pork dumplings, drunken beef & chicken, chicken fried steak with donut and waffle, and mussels pot - all were stellar! They also make their own sodas and tonics in addition to distilling their own spirits. Highly recommend!
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 2 days agoHi Amanda! It seems like you were able to enjoy a bit of everything during your visit. We love that you had a great time and look forward to this being the beginning of many great experiences to come. thank you for the great review! See you soon! -Tiffany
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mikek
Raleigh
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall3food3service4ambience4
The food we ordered was good. But their menu was somewhat limited. At 6:00 pm on a Saturday, they had run out of bread/butter (really?) as well as apple pie and key lime pie. Not sure what else they didn’t have.
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 2 days agoHello Mike. Thank you so much for your understanding this visit. Though we sold out of some of the items you wanted, I am thrilled you enjoyed your meal. We look forward to you returning and giving us another try. -Tiffany
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MicheleW
Baltimore
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall3food3service3ambience2
Rude hostess told me that the booth I asked about had no server only to have the efficient hostess seat a party. I inquired with the rude hostess and she said she would check. Instead she ignored me. The efficient host sat me at another booth. The rude one questioned her in front of me. The efficient host told her she made changes. The stocky rude hostess rolled her eyes. I requested a manager that never came.
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 2 days agoHello Michele. We appreciate you alerting us to this and I am thrilled you were able to speak with a member of our management team over the phone. I believe you all were able to turn things around. We hope to have you visit again, if not us, perhaps one of our other locations. -Tiffany
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SEEE
Washington DC
28 reviews
vip
3.0
28 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall3food2service4ambience3
The bourbon cocktails were great! The steak was oversalted to the point of being nearly inedible. Understanding that this is a busy, popular location, the seating is still uncomfortably close together. Would not return.
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 2 days agoThank you so much for sharing your experience. I apologize we failed to impress this time. I hope you will reconsider and give us another try! We would love the chance to give you a great experience overall. I am confident we can! -Tiffany
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall1food1service2ambience2
The process of being seated was poor. The food was not good and definitely has declined since we last ate here a couple years ago. We started experiencing indigestion before we left the table. We will be contacting the manager.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience3
The food and service was good! Though a bit overpriced in my opinion, everyone was satisfied. My only con was the noise. It was very LOUD but I guess to be expected on a Friday night in DC. Aside from that great experience.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was great our waiter was phenomenal and the food was magical drinks even better
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SarahP
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall2food2service2ambience4
The restaurant has beautiful decor and ambiance, but the food and service were pretty awful. The chicken fried steak I ordered was so salty that I could only eat a few bites, and the green beans - while quite tasty - were totally cold. Our waiter never came back to check on us after we received our food, and when we finally did catch his attention to order dessert, it took a sold 30-40 minutes for said dessert to arrive…and we only got one cookie and one donut. Speaking of the donut, it was disgustingly stale. The oil it was fried in must have been old, because the flavor was terrible. We had one bite and didn’t bother to finish it. We had so been looking forward to our first visit to your restaurant, but it sadly didn’t live up to all the hype.
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 1 day agoHi, Sarah. I am so sorry to read this experience was not up to our standards during your visit. We never intend to have our guests leave our restaurant feeling disappointed in our service and menu items. It seems we failed to impress this time and I am very sorry. We appreciate your patience this visit, but I completely understand why you left disappointed. We hope to have another chance to impress you. I am confident our team can do better and we look forward to the opportunity to do so-Najjah
N
Neen
Washington DC
10 reviews
vip
2.0
10 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall2food2service3ambience3
I've been to Founding Farmers a couple of times before and the food was amazing. I suggested it to colleagues who were in town and felt horrible for doing so after this experience. Our server was pleasant. Appetizers came out and were delicious. Then, the server disappeared, our order seemed to be taking forever and we waited and waited. When she popped back up it was clear our order had been ready and sat awhile. Dishes were cold, burnt and seafood was rubbery. Extremely disappointed. While the Assistant manager did remove the dishes from our bill, after waiting an hour hungrily for our meal we'd have preferred that our orders were better. I won't count them out yet since I've experienced better from them, but I'm thinking midday is a better time to eat there.
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 5 days agoThank 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
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ChicoGordoLeEncantaComer
Washington DC
89 reviews
vip
5.0
89 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and the server was courteous , knowledge, and professional.
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 7 days agoThank you for the kind words of praise, I can't wait to share with the team! We hope to see you again soon!- Brittany
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall2food1service3ambience4
I ordered the cheeseburger to be cooked medium, which has the American Cheese cooked inside the beef patty. When I received my burger, it was not the burger I ordered. It looked like a regular single patty burger. The server took it back and reordered the burger I ordered originally. I received the replacement burger. However, the meat was not cooked medium. The meat was almost rare and looked gross and unsafe. Although I had been very hungry, I decided not reorder anything. This was a very disappointing experience!
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WilliamS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My second time here. Would recommend for a date or business group dinner.
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 7 days agoHi, Willam! We appreciate your support and are thrilled that you came to join us again. We look forward to your next visit!- Brittany
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RosamariaB
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As usual, Farmers & Distillers delivered first rate service -- special kudos to our bilingual waiter, delicious food, fair cost
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded todayThank you so much for continuing to dine with us! We look forward to seeing you next time! -Jessica
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AlexY
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a good lunch option. Good service, good food.
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 7 days agoHi, Alex! We are delighted to be one of your go-to lunch choices and that you have enjoyed your experiences with us. Please join us again anytime! -Brittany
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 21, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Good food, genuine farm to table. Service is good, but can be slow. Might be due to kitchen, but at heavy times, they are clearly understaffed. We went there twice--once for dinner and once for brunch and really enjoyed both.
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Murray
Washington DC
29 reviews
vip
4.0
29 reviews
Dined on March 21, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience4
The food wasn't quite as good as sometimes when I visit here. The burger was pretty soggy and not quite cooked the way I had hoped. Service was ok, but also not as good as it sometimes is.
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 7 days agoHi, Murray! Thank you for sharing your review with us; we so appreciate this valuable feedback. I am very sorry that the burger just didn't cut it on this occasion, and I will be sure to share this with our culinary manager. I do hope that past experiences will bring you back for another visit. I know we can provide a much better dining experience! - Brittany
M
Melgood
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 20, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great and lovely eatery w/ a beautiful ambience! Service was excellent except a couple of minor thing, but no real complaints necessary.
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded on March 22, 2023Thank you for the lovely review and your patience with our service team. We hope you will dine with us again soon! - Brittany
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Yummy
Washington DC
41 reviews
vip
4.0
41 reviews
Dined on March 20, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience4
It was just okay … I guess I am expecting more in terms of an experience from a restaurant so widely regarded in DC, but it was just average.
Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded on March 22, 2023Hello. Thank you for the review and for dining with us. I am sorry this visit was not to expectation. I am confident we can give you a great experience and we look forward to you giving us another try. -Tiffany

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Contactless payment available

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Founding Farmers & Distillers - DC using the Order Online button. Founding Farmers & Distillers - DC also offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Founding Farmers & Distillers - DC also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 464-3001.

Founding Farmers & Distillers - DC is rated 4.3 stars by 8990 OpenTable diners.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 262 times today

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Takeout

(202) 464-3001

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Google Map for Founding Farmers & Distillers - DC

600 Massachusetts Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20001

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
6th and Massachusetts Ave NW
Neighborhood
Mount Vernon Square
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–11:00 am First Bake Mon–Fri 8:00 am–10:30 am Buffet Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
The closest parking garage is located beneath our 600 Mass Ave building. The entrance is located on Massachusetts Ave NW. The parking garage elevator will bring guests to the lobby. Guests should proceed through the lobby and Farmers & Distillers will be located on the right.
Public transit
Gallery Place ChinatownMt. Vernon Square
Payment options
AMEX, Contactless Payment, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Joe Goetze
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.wearefoundingfarmers.com/location/founding-farmers-distillers/
Phone number
(202) 464-3001
Catering
Our Founding Farmers & Distillers Catering is available for pick up or delivery across the District. Enjoy Founding Farmers scratch-made food wherever you need it. We can also provide full-service catering. Let us cater your next event.
Private party facilities
Founding Farmers & Distillers is a great choice for group and private dining in downtown DC. We have a variety of options and can accommodate 8–55 guests for special events and gatherings. Details on our dining rooms are below. Depending on the day and time, we may be able to host larger groups here or at one of our sibling restaurants.
Private party contact
Private Event Coordinator: (855) 397-6909

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Steak Frites

Steak

French Toast

Starters

Table Breads

Our Bread & Butter$7.50

Parmesan Garlic Knots$8.50

Table Bread Basket$10.50

Skillet Cornbread$10.50

Handmade Dumplings & Crispy Imperial Spring Rolls

Kung Pao Chicken Dumplings$8.50

Pork Dumplings$8.50

Shrimp Dumplings$11.50

Sweet Potato Spring Rolls$8.50

Chicken Spring Rolls$8.50

Shrimp Spring Rolls$12.50

Main

Whirley Pop Kettle Corn$7.50

Crispy Vegetables$11.50

Glazed Bacon Lollis$12.50

Fried Green Tomatoes$12.50

Pickled Garden Vegetables$12.50

Garlic Black Pepper Wings$14.50

Chips & Dips$14.50

Spinach Dip$14.50

Meatballs$14.50

Sticky Pork Riblets$15.50

Ahi Tuna Bites*$15.50

Hot Crab & Artichoke Dip$16.50

Shrimp Cocktail$18.50

Soup & Salads

Soup & Small Salads

Today's Soup$9.99

Farmers Salad*$12.50

Caesar Salad$12.50

General's House$12.50

Apple & Danish Blue$12.50

Purple & Black Kale$12.50

Italian Sunday$12.50

Drag Through The Garden*$12.50

Entrée Salads

Good All Green$16.50

Chinese Fried Chicken$17.50

Southern Chicken*$19.50

Spicy Ahi Tuna Poke*$22.50

Louie Cobb$25.50

Chinatown Favorites

Hand-Pulled Noodles

Beef & Pork Meatballs$17.50

Curry Chicken$18.50

Signature Cumin Lamb$19.50

Spicy Dandan Beef & Pork$19.50

Drunken Beef & Chicken$19.50

Take Out Style

Cashew Fried Rice$16.50

Chinese Fried Chicken$20.50

Twice-Cooked Beef$20.50

Chinese Riblets$22.50

Chinese Fried Chicken & Chinese Riblets$25.50

Handmade Pasta

Linguine Pomodoro$17.50

Seven Cheese Macaroni$18.50

Cacio e Pepe$18.50

Cheese Ravioli$18.50

Three Cheese Ravioli & Meatball Brodo$20.50

Pappardelle Bolognese$22.50

Linguine & Fresh Clams$22.50

Founding Spirits Vodka Pesto Shrimp & Crab Linguine$26.50

Seafood Bucatini$26.50

From the Range #1

Herb-Crusted Prime Rib*

Steak Frites*$23.99