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Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom

4.5
4.5
34666 Reviews
$30 and under
American
1924 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20006

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 317 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Great for brunch
Our award-winning Founding Farmers DC flagship restaurant opened in 2008 just three blocks west of the White House on Pennsylvania Avenue. Open 365 days a year, our team is passionate about crafting dishes and drinks from scratch with high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers we know and trust.

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

Majority owned by American family farmers, including the more than 50,000 farmers of the North Dakota Farmers Union, our restaurant is guided by a very simple principal: we see and share everything Through The Eyes Of The Farmer.™ We actively care about our guests, our communities, the planet, and the next generation. This all comes together in our everyday neighborhood restaurant. Please know that a 22% auto-gratuity will be applied to parties of 8 or more. We look forward to serving you!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 8:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:30 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Joe Goetze
  • Catering
    Founding Farmers is available for catering pick up and delivery across Washington, DC. We can also provide full-service catering. Enjoy scratch-made food wherever you need it. Let us cater breakfast, lunch, or dinner for you and your guests.
  • Private party facilities
    Founding Farmers includes is a second floor mezzanine level that is ideal for special events/parties or corporate events and can accommodate 100 comfortably seated for dinner or 120 for a standing reception. There are no fully private rooms.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Foggy Bottom
  • Cross street
    20th St. / Pennsylvania Ave. NW (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, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 34,666 people are saying

Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Most Booked

  • District of Columbia

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Founding Farmers in DC's Foggy Bottom offers a vibrant and bustling atmosphere with "fresh and tasty" dishes, making it a favorite among locals and tourists alike. The menu caters to diverse tastes, featuring standout classics and innovative options. While reservations are recommended due to its popularity, the "top-notch" food and service make the wait worthwhile.

34,666 Reviews
  1. norman

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We were there on a Sunday morning for a 10:45 reservation. We arrived to a crowd of people waiting to eat. Despite the large number of people, we were at our table by 10:48 and drinking coffee a couple minutes later. The service was great and the food was awesome!
    Founding Farmers DC: Foggy BottomResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for sharing your experience, Norman! We are glad you were seated quickly and enjoyed great service and awesome food. We appreciate your visit and hope to see you again soon! -Tiffany

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  2. Mark

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time guest. Recommended by a colleague. The overall experience was fantastic. The food was delicious and prepared perfectly. Randi, our server, was personable, knowledgeable, and attentive. My old-fashioned was one of the best I have had the blackened catfish, outstanding and the chocolate cake dessert some of the best I’ve ever had. I will definitely return and highly recommend. Added bonus as a North Dakota resident was uncovering the connection they have with North Dakota sourced foods.
    Founding Farmers DC: Foggy BottomResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for visiting and for the kind words, Mark! We're thrilled you enjoyed your dinning experience and that Randi helped make it extra special. We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon! -Tiffany

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  3. Michael

    Aberdeen1 review

    1.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We arrived early for our reservation. Said we would sit at the bar and have a drink which we did. Had a chat with a lovely barman ordered our drinks and were served them. A member of staff came over and said that they had a table for us but that we would have to close the bar tab before being shown our table. Barman was busy so took a minute but got that done searched and found staff member to say we were ready, confusion from her as she had shown someone else to our table. This was sorted and we were taken to our table. Food was of a satisfactory standard. Ordered House Salad. Ordered wine arrived promptly by barman. Salad took 40 minutes to arrive. Further 50 minutes for next course (Hotdog, Pasta dish). Which arrived and basically dumped in front of us. Ordered wine from server Ate main course Wine arrived after I had eaten , disappointed. Table of 4 who arrived just after us were finished well before we did. as did another table of 6, using those experiences we felt we had extremely poor service. The person who delivered our food to the table in such an ill mannered way, was either not trained for customer focused role or was feeling under appreciated. Should the server not have noticed we had such a slow service . I gave feedback back to staff Given chocolates for the wine error.
    Founding Farmers DC: Foggy BottomResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, Michael. We're truly sorry that your visit didn’t meet expectations. We appreciate your patience during the delays and miscommunication, and we regret the service did not reflect our usual standards. Your feedback is being shared with our team so we can improve. We hope you'll consider giving us another opportunity to provide the welcoming and attentive experience we're known for. -Tiffany

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  4. Chris VIP

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Founding Farmers is always a great option! They are always busy but very efficient with seating, ordering, and serving quality food and drinks.
    Founding Farmers DC: Foggy BottomResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for the kind words, Chris! We are happy to hear you consistently enjoy your visits and appreciate our team's efficiency and dedication to quality. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! -Tiffany

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  5. Janice VIP

    Baltimore11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It’s prom season so it was pretty noisy. But the service was excellent. Byron offered great recommendations he was patient and very professional.
    Founding Farmers DC: Foggy BottomResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for dining with us during such a lively evening, Janice! We are glad Byron made your experience a great one with his professionalism and thoughtful recommendations. We hope to welcome you back soon for a quieter visit! -Kiara

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  6. maria VIP

    Miami44 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was great for my guests, but my fish was very small vs the trimmings/sides. On top of that it was too spicy and not pleasant. The other dishes, steak was good but the meatloaf was not so great. I guess I had higher expectations.
    Founding Farmers DC: Foggy BottomResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for sharing your honest feedback, Maria. We’re glad your guests enjoyed their meals, but we’re sorry to hear your dish didn’t meet expectations. We truly value your comments and will share them with our culinary team to help us do better. We hope you’ll give us another chance to provide a more satisfying experience. -Tiffany

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  7. Todd

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Servers were awesome and very helpful accommodating out food sensitivity issues. Thanks!
    Founding Farmers DC: Foggy BottomResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for your kind words, Todd! We are glad our team could accommodate your needs and help make your meal enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back again soon! -Jessica

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  8. Diane

    Houston11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice restaurant. Food was excellent. Service was slow but ok. Good location.
    Founding Farmers DC: Foggy BottomResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for the kind words, Diane! We're happy you enjoyed the food and our location. We appreciate your patience and hope to serve you even better next time. -Tiffany

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went here on a recommendation from an acquaintance, for great food in an energetic atmosphere and a fun neighborhood. Delivered across the board!

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  10. Christina

    Unspecified1 review

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    It was good but some ofnthe reviews I read were Overrated
    Founding Farmers DC: Foggy BottomResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for giving us a try and sharing your thoughts, Christina. We’re glad you had a good experience and appreciate your honest feedback. We hope to welcome you back for an even better visit next time! -Tiffany

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FAQs

Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 822-8783.

Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom is rated 4.5 stars by 34666 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
7:00 PM
Booked 317 times today
Google Map for Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom

1924 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20006

Additional information

  • Cross street
    20th St. / Pennsylvania Ave. NW (Foggy Bottom)
  • Neighborhood
    Foggy Bottom
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 8:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:30 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Cocktail Bar
  • 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, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Founding Farmers is available for catering pick up and delivery across Washington, DC. We can also provide full-service catering. Enjoy scratch-made food wherever you need it. Let us cater breakfast, lunch, or dinner for you and your guests.
  • Private party facilities
    Founding Farmers includes is a second floor mezzanine level that is ideal for special events/parties or corporate events and can accommodate 100 comfortably seated for dinner or 120 for a standing reception. There are no fully private rooms.
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