Founding Farmers & Distillers - DC

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   JarofSauce

   Washington DC

   36 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   36 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall3food3service3ambience3

   They need to be a little faster in replenishing food.
   

   Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 1 day agoThank you very much for your feedback! We are always looking to improve and this will surely help. -Kerry
   

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   JeannineS

   New York Area

   9 reviews

   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Absolutely delicious food. Definitely will return
   

   Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 2 days agoWe cant wait to have you return, Jeannine! Please be sure to see us again soon! -Najjah :)
   

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   LauraP

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food4service3ambience5

   Accommodating even when arriving closer to closing time. Great atmosphere. Food was good.
   

   Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 2 days agoThank you so much for visiting us, Laura! We are so happy that you enjoyed yourself! -Najjah :)
   

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   RichS

   Pittsburgh

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Declan was a great server and the food was really good. Would definitely return.
   

   Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 3 days agoDeclan will be happy to hear that you enjoyed your visit with us, Rich! Thank you for sharing your review, and we hope to see you again soon! - Brittany 
   

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   Beachbooks

   Salt Lake City

   19 reviews

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   5.0

   19 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Delicious food that you will crave when you leave!
   

   Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 2 days agoThank you so much for stopping by! We are so happy that you enjoyed yourself! We hope to see you again soon! -Najjah :)
   

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   MadisonC

   Denver

   9 reviews

   1.0

   9 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall1food2service1ambience1

   Memorial Day weekend brunch. Big mistake. Unbelievably loud, servers overwhelmed and mostly absent, smallest and flattest mimosa I’ve ever been asked to pay $10 for, and the buffet line had half the items missing. Will not go again.
   

   Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 3 days agoHi, Madison. Thank you for sharing the details of your experience with us. I am so sorry your visit started on the wrong foot, and nothing about our food or service was able to turn it around for the better. I would love the opportunity to connect with you further to see if we can have a chance to make a better impression. Please email me at Hospitality@FRG.Farm with a copy of your review, date dined, and location. We appreciate you alerting us to these issues. -Brittany 
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Philadelphia

   7 reviews

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   3.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall3food3service2ambience2

   We did not know until we arrived that they only had a buffet available on the weekends with no full menu and no covered outdoor seating so once it rained we had to wait for seats to open up at the bar because they did not respect the reservation or have room inside past an hour wait. The food was “okay” but definitely not what I was expecting and probably will not be back at all, as it just wasn’t worth it.
   

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   JoseS

   New York Area

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall4food4service4ambience5

   More food variety, beef was a bit hard, non-alcoholic drinks should be included with the brunch price
   

   Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 2 days agoThank you for joining us for brunch, Jose! -Najjah
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall4food4service3ambience4

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

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    CharleneN

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

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

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 4 days agoThank you for the review and feedback from your visit. I'm terribly sorry to read that the food missed the mark when you dined in with us. I'd appreciate the chance to follow up and turn around the poor impression we left you with. Please email me: Hospitality@FRG.Farm with a copy of your review, date dined & location. -Jessica
    

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    Cayuse

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

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

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 4 days agoThank you so much for continuing to dine with us! Look forward to seeing you again soon! -Jessica
    

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    Lhua

    Phoenix

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall2food2service2ambience2

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

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 4 days agoThank you for sharing the details of your dining experience with us. I am very sorry your experience started on the wrong foot and was not improved by our service or food. It is sad to say we failed at this impression and, I would love the chance to turn this around! Please email me at Hospitality@FRG.Farm with a copy of your review, date dined, and location. Thank you for alerting us to these issues. -Brittany
    

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    RachelR

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall1food1service2ambience2

    They were serving a self serving buffet style brunch that was not advertised on their website. We came and were seated only to discover that they were not serving any plated meals. We didn’t want to eat food touched by half of DC so we left. We have been longtime fans of Founding Farmers, so it was a bit disappointing. The server was very kind when we decided to leave.
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 3 days agoHi, Rachel. Thank you for sharing your review with our team. I am very sorry you were caught off guard by our buffet brunch offering. I hope you will consider joining us during the week for an a la carte breakfast. Or at one of our a la carte weekend brunch locations, Founding Farmers DC or Founding Farmers MOCO.
    

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14. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

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

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    ChrisH

    Atlanta Metro

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

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

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded on May 24, 2023Thank you so much for visiting us, Chris! I am so happy to read that you are a fan of our fried green tomatoes! -Najjah :)
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience3

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

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    JD703

    Washington DC

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 23, 2023

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

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded on May 24, 2023Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We’re sorry you had a bad experience. I apologize for the unexpected delay in receiving your drinks on such a busy day. We appreciate your patience with our service team and hope that you will grant us another opportunity to provide a better dining experience for you. We’ll strive to do better. -Najjah
    

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    mnate

    Philadelphia

    52 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great location for business meeting! Service was reeeeeally good.
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded on May 24, 2023Thank you so much for dining with us! We hope to see you again soon! -Najjah :)
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4

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

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    Georgia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

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

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded on May 23, 2023Wonderful! We appreciate you stopping by and looking forward to seeing you again next time! -Jessica
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5

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

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    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4

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

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    TanyaD

    San Antonio

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

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

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 6 days agoThank you so much for joining us for our weekend brunch buffet! Please come back again soon! -Jessica
    

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    HeatherB

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful food; incredible service; extensive menu options.
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded on May 23, 2023Thank you so much for your 5-star review! Hope to see you again soon! -Jessica
    

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    FYIfoodie

    Denver

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5

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

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded on May 23, 2023Thank you so much for dining with us while visiting DC! We hope to see you during your next trip! -Jessica
    

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    Corey

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4

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

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded on May 23, 2023Thank you so much for your glowing review and I am so pleased it was an excellent visit! Please come back soon! -Jessica
    

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    TinaG

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3

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

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded on May 23, 2023Thank you for your review. I am sorry to hear that our weekend brunch buffet was disappointing. I know our team can do better and we hope to have you back again soon so we can ensure you have an enjoyable visit from start to finish. -Jessica
    

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    EdwardD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

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

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded on May 23, 2023Thank you so much, Edward! -Jessica
    

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    NancyB

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall4food4service1ambience3

    Waitress was not having a good day . Kept forgetting our order
    

    Founding Farmers & Distillers - DCResponded 3 days agoHi, Nancy. Thank you for sharing your experience and alerting us to this issue. I will be sure to share your review with our service manager for review with the team. I hope this experience will not deter you from joining us again. I know we will provide a much better experience on your next visit! - Brittany
    

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    Rich

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

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

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

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    Dann

    Portland

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience2

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

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

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    MarkR

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3

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

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

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    TonyB

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3

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

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    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience2

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

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall1food3service3ambience2

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

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    OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food3service4ambience1

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

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    OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall1food3service3ambience1

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

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    Opining

    Washington DC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food1service1ambience1

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

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

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    EchoBravo

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    1.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience1

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

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

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    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4

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

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