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Founding Farmers MD: Potomac, Potomac, MD

Founding Farmers MD: Potomac

4.5 (12423)
$30 and under
American
12505 Park Potomac Avenue, Potomac, MD 20854

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 59 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for brunch
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
Repeatedly awarded Bethesda’s Best, MoCo’s Founding Farmers is conveniently located off I-270 in Potomac. Open 365 days a year, our culinary crew crafts dishes and drinks from scratch with simple, high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers we know and trust.

Join us for breakfast, lunch, 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!

Dining areas

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 Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:30 pm–6:00 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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Joe Goetze
  • Catering
    Founding Farmers is available for catering pick up or catering delivery across Montgomery County, MD. 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.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Rockville
  • Cross street
    Park Potomac Ave & Cadbury Ave
  • Parking details
    Guests visiting MoCo's Founding Farmers enjoy 2 free hours of parking Monday-Friday, and 3 hours of free parking on Saturday and Sunday in the parking lot / deck located immediately adjacent to the restaurant. If you park in the lower level garage, please be sure to check at the front desk for a parking validation ticket.
  • Public transit
    Take the Metro Red Line to the Rockville or Bethesda station • Take the Montgomery County Ride On 47 bus to the corner of Seven Locks Rd. and Montrose Rd. • Walk north along Seven Locks Road 0.1 mile to Cadbury Ave. • Turn right, walk 0.2 mile to 12505 Park Potomac Ave.
  • 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 as well as Fountain Sodas and Phosphates, prepared to order.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 12,423 people are saying

Founding Farmers MD: Potomac 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
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Maryland - DC Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Founding Farmers MD: Potomac offers a delightful dining experience with "fresh and delicious" dishes, a "wide variety" of options, and "top-notch service." Guests appreciate the "lovely decor" and friendly staff who create a welcoming atmosphere. Despite occasional noise, the "generous portions" and "amazing beignets" make it a favorite spot for family celebrations.
12,423 Reviews
  1. Terri

    Washington, D.C. Area14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall experience was fine. We were 4 people ..1 ordered 2x apps for dinner and 3 ordered an entres (one being a burger) other 2 were mid priced. When Perseco was ordered by one, she was advised they didn't have it, that she might like *** in its place...NOT letting her know it was a $25 substitution!! When it came to dessert, we were told NO COFFEE! The waiter did find coffee (1x)...Bill was $82. Will we return? Probably, but with questions.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for sharing your experience with us, Terri. We're glad to hear you’re open to returning, and we truly appreciate the honest feedback. We apologize for the lack of clarity. Your comments help us improve, and we’ll be sure to address these points with our team. We look forward to welcoming you back with a smoother experience next time! -Tiffany

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  2. Steven

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Very slow. Waiter rude. The food was fine. Our table was ready.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your feedback, Steven. We're sorry to hear about your experience with the service and will be sure to share this with our team. We’re glad you enjoyed the food and hope you’ll consider giving us another try. -Tiffany

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  3. Marsha VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area89 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent server and good atmosphere. Most of the food was good but did not care for their cheesey grits.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for the kind words about our service and atmosphere, Marsha! We appreciate your feedback on the cheesy grits and will be sure to share it with our kitchen team. Hope to welcome you back soon! -Tiffany

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  4. Pat

    Washington, D.C. Area28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a meeting of our book club. The table & server were perfect.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Pat. We are happy to hear your book club gathering went well! Thank you for spending your time with us — we hope to host you all again soon! -Tiffany

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  5. Joyce

    Washington, D.C. Area6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great food that pleases everyone and great service. We stayed well beyond our meal and no one tried to rush us out!
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for your kind words, Joyce! We’re glad you enjoyed the food and service. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! -Tiffany

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  6. Ruth

    Baltimore / Maryland4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dining at Founding Farmers is always a great experience. Everything is fresh and delicious, and they offer many things you won't find anywhere else. That, combined with top-notch service, makes this a favorite.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review, Ruth! We are happy Founding Farmers is one of your favorites and that you enjoy our dishes and top-notch service. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! -Tiffany

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  7. Mary VIP

    Atlanta22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Maria, was amazing! Give her a raise.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for your kind words, Mary! Please come again soon! -Kiara

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  8. Rhonda VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area54 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyable evening at Founding Farmers Attentive server, delicious food, lovely decor. Noise level was loud, but tolerable. Ahi Tuna salad was yummy and Fried Chicken Salad was very tasty. Loved your CC cookie!
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for the kind words, Rhonda! We are glad you enjoyed the tasty food and awesome service. Can’t wait to have you back again soon! -Tiffany

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  9. Summar

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great experience overall! Outdoor seating can feel a little hot even though it's a shaded area!
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for the kind words, Summar! We’re glad you had a great experience overall and appreciate your feedback. We’ll keep it in mind as we work to make every visit as comfortable as possible. Hope to see you again soon! -Najjah

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  10. Willis

    Indiana2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great time great food great waitresses overall great experience
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded on June 21, 2025
    Thank you for the wonderful feedback, Willis! We’re thrilled you had a great time and enjoyed the food and service. Can’t wait to welcome you back! -Tiffany

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FAQs

Founding Farmers MD: Potomac offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Founding Farmers MD: Potomac also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (301) 340-8783.

Founding Farmers MD: Potomac is rated 4.5 stars by 12423 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. Washington, D.C. Area
  4. Maryland - DC Suburbs
  5. Rockville

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 59 times today
Google Map for Founding Farmers MD: Potomac

12505 Park Potomac Avenue, Potomac, MD 20854

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Park Potomac Ave & Cadbury Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Rockville
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:30 pm–6:00 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
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Guests visiting MoCo's Founding Farmers enjoy 2 free hours of parking Monday-Friday, and 3 hours of free parking on Saturday and Sunday in the parking lot / deck located immediately adjacent to the restaurant. If you park in the lower level garage, please be sure to check at the front desk for a parking validation ticket.
  • Public transit
    Take the Metro Red Line to the Rockville or Bethesda station • Take the Montgomery County Ride On 47 bus to the corner of Seven Locks Rd. and Montrose Rd. • Walk north along Seven Locks Road 0.1 mile to Cadbury Ave. • Turn right, walk 0.2 mile to 12505 Park Potomac Ave.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, 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 as well as Fountain Sodas and Phosphates, prepared to order.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Founding Farmers is available for catering pick up or catering delivery across Montgomery County, MD. 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.
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