Founding Farmers - Montgomery County

Name: Founding Farmers - Montgomery County
Address: 12505 Park Potomac Avenue, Potomac, MD, United States, 20854
Telephone: (301) 340-8783
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4

11539 Reviews

$30 and under

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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.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 61 times today

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(301) 340-8783

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(301) 340-8783
Website
http://www.wearefoundingfarmers.com/
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 Founding Farmers scratch-made food wherever you need it. Let us cater breakfast, lunch, or dinner for you and your guests.
Private party contact
MoCo@FarmRequest.com: (301) 340-8783

Location
12505 Park Potomac Avenue, Potomac, MD 20854
Neighborhood
Rockville
Cross street
Montrose Road West
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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Starters

Whirley Pop Kettle Corn$7.50
Skillet Cornbread$10.50
ND honey butter, J.Q. Dickinson salt
Buttermilk Biscuits$10.99
ND honey butter, J.Q. Dickinson salt
Devil-Ish Eggs$11.50
choose: classic, ham, or combo
Fried Green Tomatoes$12.50
Glazed Bacon Lollis$12.50
Blue Cheese Bacon Dates$12.50
Pickled Garden Vegetables$12.50
Garlic Black Pepper Wings$14.50
Spinach Dip$14.50
Baby Cheeseburgers*
served with fries
- Choose: 3$15.50
- Choose: 6$20.50
Ahi Tuna Bites*$15.50
Hot Crab & Artichoke Dip$16.50

Farm Breads

Prosciutto$13.50
fig, mascarpone, balsamic
Brie$13.50
onion jam, crisp apple
Avocado Toast$13.50
lime, extra virgin olive oil
Smoked Salmon*$14.50
goat cheese, capers, asparagus, egg salad

Soups & Salads

Soups & Small Salads

Today's Soup$9.99
Roasted Tomato$9.99
Farmers Salad*$12.50
mixed lettuce, avocado, dates, tomato, grapes, almonds, parmesan, olives, champagne & sherry vinaigrettes
Caesar Salad$12.50
little gem lettuce, parmigiano-romano, pecorino, biscuit & cornbread croutons
Purple & Black Kale$12.50
hazelnuts, dates, radish, pecorino, lemon vinaigrette
Spinach Bacon Blue$12.50
apple, balsamic onions, egg, sherry vinaigrette
Italian Sunday$12.50
mixed lettuce, cucumbers, radish, roasted tomatoes, fennel, red onion, aged provolone, parmesan, red wine vinaigrette
Quinoa Bowl$13.50
bulgur, wheat berries, kale, roasted brussels sprouts, cauliflower hummus, goji berries, coconut nut butter, savory vinaigrette

Entrée Salads

Good All Green$16.50
mixed lettuce, broccolini, green beans, green apple, avocado, feta, toasted seeds, lemon vinaigrette
Picnic Chicken Salad*$19.50
avocado, almonds, beets, blueberries, raisins on romaine leaves, champagne vinaigrette
Crazy Corn Chicken$19.50
mixed lettuce, roasted sweet corn, hominy, caramel corn, avocado, mango, cotija, cornbread, simple vinaigrette
Fried Chicken$19.50
mixed lettuce, bacon, cheddar, avocado, onion, tomato, buttermilk herb dressing with honey mustard drizzle
Blue Cheese Steak*$22.50
spinach, bacon, egg, apple, balsamic onion, crispy shallots, sherry vinaigrette
Spicy Ahi Tuna Poke*$22.50
napa cabbage, avocado, bell pepper, onion, cilantro, basil, mint, sesame vinaigrette
Louie Cobb$25.50
Romaine, avocado, tomato, egg, danish blue cheese, green onion, lemon vinaigrette. Choose:

Salad Add-Ons

Roasted Chicken$6.50
Fried Chicken$6.50
Steak*$8.50
Salmon*$8.50
Grilled Shrimp$8.50
Scallops*$10.50

Burgers & Sandwiches

Served on breads mixed, shaped, and baked in our bakery. Choice of side: chips, fries, or crop list side

Cheeseburger*$15.50
Chili Cheeseburger*$16.50
Avocado Bacon Cheeseburger*$17.50
Blue Cheese Balsamic Bacon Burger*$17.50
Goat Cheese Burger*$17.50
Our Best Veggie Cheeseburger$18.50
muenster, whole grains, black beans, sweet potatoes, beets
Egg Salad$10.99
Chicken Salad$15.50
Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup$15.50
Turkey Avocado$15.50
green goddess, brie, goat cheese spread, multigrain
Spicy Fried Chicken$17.50
Pastrami Reuben$18.50
Prime Rib Dip*$22.50

Handmade Pasta

From scratch, every day, in our kitchen

Seven Cheese Macaroni$18.50
Ham, Apple & Peas Macaroni & Cheese$19.50
Butternut Squash Ravioli$19.50
Four Cheese Ravioli$19.50
mushrooms, dried cherries, blue cheese
Sausage Mushroom Gnocchi$21.50
Goat Cheese Ravioli & Chicken Cutlet$21.50
butternut squash purée, pecan praline butter
Chicken Bolognese Bucatini$22.50
Shrimp & Sun-Dried Tomato Bucatini$23.50
Crab Macaroni & Cheese$32.50

Hot Dogs

Quarter-pound hot dogs from 44 Farms. 100% beef, premium steak cuts only. Nitrate free. Choice of side: chips, fries, or crop list side

Ball Park Dog$13.50
yellow mustard, ketchup, relish, onion
Chicago Dog$13.50
spicy brown mustard, tomato, onion, relish, pickled peppers
Philly Cheese Dog$13.50
pickled hot peppers, 3 cheese sauce
Texas Chili Dog$13.50
spicy mustard, grated onion, pimento cheese

Chicken

Humanely raised on independently-owned American family farms with an all-vegetarian diet and no antibiotics ever

Spatchcock Chicken$20.50
Mashed potatoes, green beans. Choose: Peruvian spiced, honey thyme, or maple mustard
Chicken & Spinach Enchiladas$18.50
avocado salad, street corn
Chicken Pot Pie$20.50
Chicken Milanese$20.50
arugula salad
Spicy Fried Chicken$20.50
buttermilk biscuit, collard greens, grits, honey meunière sauce
Southern Fried Chicken$20.50
buttermilk biscuit, mashed potatoes, collard greens
Chicken & Waffles$20.50
Mac & cheese, green beans. Choose: southern or spicy fried

Signatures

Chicken Fried Steak$20.50
mashed potatoes, green beans
Yankee Pot Roast$21.50
mashed potatoes, crispy onions
Meatloaf & Gravy$21.50
mashed potatoes, green beans
Slow-Cooked Brisket$21.50
tomato onion glaze, potato latkes, green beans
Steak & Enchiladas*$23.50
street corn, avocado salad
Farmhouse Platter*$24.50
baby cheeseburgers, chili dog, pork ribs, street corn, coleslaw

From the Range

We collaborate with independent ranchers in the mid-Atlantic to buy our meat. Choice of two crop list sides. Add: shrimp +$8.50, scallops* +$10.50, lump crab cake +$12.50

Herb-Crusted Prime Rib*
available after 5pm
- 10 oz$28.99
- 14 oz$32.99
Steak Frites*$23.99
fries and choice of one crop list side
BBQ Pork Ribs$26.99
Slow-Braised Beef Short Rib$28.99
Ribeye*
- 10 oz$30.99
Aged NY Strip*
- 12 oz$31.99
Filet*
- 8 oz$37.99

From the Sea

Premium. Sustainably wild-caught or sustainably farmed. Traceable

Fish, Chips & Beer$19.99
short white beer
Chesapeake Wild Blue Catfish$21.99
Blackened. Grits, green beans, mango pico de gallo, lemon butter
Shrimp & Grits, Andouille$22.99
Crispy Shrimp$22.99
fries, coleslaw, cornbread
Glazed Cedar Plank Salmon*$28.99
mashed potatoes, green beans
Scallops Meunière*$28.99
butternut squash risotto
Crab Cakes$32.99
fries, coleslaw
Shore-Style Crab Feast$32.99
crab cake, southern fried chicken, street corn, coleslaw, hush puppies
Shrimp & Crab Risotto$33.99
mushroom & herb cream

Today's Fish

choose preparation style

Simple Style
J.Q. Dickinson salt, pepper, lemon served with mashed potatoes & green beans
- MKT
Meunière
shallots, garlic, lemon, browned butter served with green beans, blistered tomato & seared gnocchi
- MKT
Mushroom Almond Crusted
panko, parmesan served with mashed potatoes & green beans
- MKT

Meatless

Roasted Vegetable, Avocado & Brie Sandwich$16.50
apple walnut raisin bread
Spaghetti Squash Pomodoro$17.50
roasted squash, roasted garlic tomato sauce, pecorino
Cauliflower Steak$20.50
mushroom risotto, green beans, tomato-cider glaze
Veggie Loaf$25.50
mashed potatoes, roasted cauliflower & brussels sprouts, mushroom gravy

Spring Crop List Sides

Asparagus
parmesan, lemon zest
- Serves 2$8.99
French-Cut Green Beans
- Serves 2$8.99
Zucchini & Peas
fresh herbs, onion
- Serves 2$8.99
Coleslaw
- Serves 2$8.99
Mashed Potatoes
- Serves 2$8.99
Potato Latkes
- Serves 2$8.99
Seven Cheese Macaroni
- Serves 2$10.99

What 11,539 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

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KarenD
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Busy Memorial Day Weekend. Server extremely attentive. Ordered Chicken and waffles and the sides of green beans and mac were exceptional. The beignets as a starter could be its own meal. Beignets as big as my hand. Everything I ordered was delicious.
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LeeS
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We loved our experience at founding farmers. The service was impeccable, and our server, Jonah, was so lovely and accommodating. The food was delectable. It was a wonderful place to get together with family. Highly recommend!
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded 1 day agoHi, Lee! Thank you for your kind words of praise for our team and our food. I am so glad we were able to accommodate you all so well and that you loved this experience. We look forward to your next visit! - Brittany
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Dana
Philadelphia
6 reviews
2.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall2food1service5ambience3
The service was excellent as was the appetizer (beignet) but the rest of the food was either bland or awful (cheesy grits with no cheese and full of corn kernels). This has been one of our favorite restaurants and our last couple of visits have been disappointing food has been awful. While service was slow the wait staff was excellent.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded 1 day agoThank you for sharing your review with our team, Dana. I am so sorry that we missed the mark on this visit with the entrees and the slow service. This, as you mentioned, is not the typical standard of service we strive for. I will be sure to share your comments with our service and culinary managers for review with our team. I know we are capable of providing a much better experience, and I hope this visit will not deter you from giving us another try. -Brittany
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LeonL
San Francisco
32 reviews
4.0
32 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
Christi, our server, was excellent. The service was excellent. The only suggestion I have is to use less cream and more filling in the coconut cream pie.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded 2 days agoHi, Leon! Thank you for sharing your review with our team. I will be sure to share your feedback regarding the pie with our culinary manager. Christi will be so delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience and we look forward to the next one! -Brittany
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Tami
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall3food2service3ambience3
I got scallops meunèire which were supposed to be seared but they were not. They were very dull/bland. The green beans were okay--at least they tasted very fresh, but no seasoning.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded todayThank you for your review, Tami. I am extremely sorry that our version of the scallops meunière entrée missed the mark and left much to be desired. We appreciate your honest feedback. I sincerely hope you will join us again and try our different seafood options. I am confident that we can surely turn around the poor impression we left you with. -Najjah
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Charles
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sat outdoors. Great food and environment. Will definitely return.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded 2 days agoThank you so much, Charles! See you next time! -Jessica
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KerbalSpacePanda
Washington DC
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Founding Farmers - Montgomery County has been a staple for my partner and I for a few years now. We love going for breakfast normally. Always love getting the eggs benedict and the beignets!
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded 2 days agoThank you so much for continuing to dine with us! We are so pleased to hear that you had such an enjoyable visit! See you again soon! -Jessica
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall3food1service3ambience5
Food was definitely not what i expected. Service was average. I don't think i will be back for anything on their menu.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall2food4service1ambience4
Waitress was in a foul mood and quite dismissive ; not a great experience
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Foodiefawn
Baltimore
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
The Southern Fried Chicken and mashed potatoes are increadibly delicious! The turkey sandwich was a bit boring.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded 3 days agoThank you so much for your outstanding review. Please come back and visit us again soon! -Jessica
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terryr
New York Area
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall3food3service5ambience5
A little disappointed in the poke salad which I’ve had twice before. Salad lacked enough lettuce and there was only a tiny piece of avocado which I enjoyed in every bite previously. We were also told there were no hot dog buns or decaf espresso. But I will return as I do love your restaurant.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded 4 days agoThank you for your review. I am so pleased that you will be back to dine with us however, I am sorry to read that the Poke salad was disappointing and that we were out of a few items. I know we can do better and look forward to seeing you again soon so we can ensure you have an excellent experience. -Jessica
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DianeM
Baltimore
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
As usual, MOCO did not disappoint. Great food and excellent service.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded 4 days agoThank you so much for continuing to dine with us! We will see you next time! -Jessica
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FrankS
Washington DC
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
We were hoping for outside seating, but a large party had taken over the patio. It worked out better as we were seated in the "loft" upstairs. Loved the ambiance and lower sound level up there.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded 2 days agoHi, Frank! Thank you for sharing your review with us. While I am sorry you did not get to dine on the patio, I am glad you enjoyed your dining experience in our mezzanine area instead. We hope to see you all again soon! - Brittany
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SallyP
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Except for the noise level, the restaurant is outstanding. Would like to especially compliment our server,Tyler,who was amazing!
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded 4 days agoThank you so much for dining with us and your kind words! I am sorry the noise level was overpowering but I am pleased to know everything else was excellent and you enjoyed your visit. We look forward to seeing you soon! -Jessica
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LarryJ
Washington DC
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Thank You for helping our family celebrate a very special day. We enjoy the food the drinks and ambience. The servers were great!
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded 4 days agoSo glad you and your family had such an excellent celebration while dining with us! We look forward to seeing you next time! -Jessica
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SLMW
Fort Lauderdale
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Awesome service by Carmen! Food good Atmosphere fun Overall good experience Whirly popcorn was fun Pepper wings were great Cornbread was good... nothing great Peruvian chicken dish was not good All other salads and chicken bolognese were good Very accommodating service.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded 7 days agoThank you so much! Please come back and visit us again soon! -Jessica
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Spike
Washington DC
58 reviews
vip
5.0
58 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
The outdoor dining was wonderful, on a perfect-weather evening. Staff (hostess and servers) are very accommodating for our party of 10. We weren't rushed. Wine and food were very good! All in all a great experience. We are return customers.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded 7 days agoSo glad you enjoyed your recent outdoor dining experience! We hope to see you again soon! -Jessica
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DarrellM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall5food4service3ambience3
I would give this all 5's they did work hard to correct issues, then only thing I should of did is know the place an how things work like we had a table of 8 , normally we go to places that you pick the tip , not have 3 , 20% granites, because 3 of us was paying then there is a recovery fee also with tax which there is always tax, I like places where if we are in a group we decide how much to give base off the food an server, maybe that's me , it's just like AI , doing whatever it chooses , but it was something different, will I come back no it is for a different group of people , which I make money , but I like to give the tip , appetition, not have the restaurant tell me an force it with the end recipet for others that works for them , nice area but not for this group.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded 7 days agoThank you so much for your review. I am so glad we were able to correct our mistakes from previous visits and you gave us another try. I do apologize for your disappointment with not being able to decide the tip. I will definitely pass this along to my team so we can ensure your next visit is excellent from start to finish. We hope to see you again soon! -Jessica
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TMul
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, would recommend and will go back. Kid friendly.
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BlueberryPancake
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I loved it. our server was really nice and the food was great.
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goodtothelastbite
Washington DC
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience3
The waitress was great. My wife loved her food, she had the yankee pot roast. I had the chicken and waffles, which was okay. The drinks were great though.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded on May 22, 2023Thank you so much for dining with us! Please come and visit us again soon so we can ensure you both have excellent entrees! -Jessica
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Winter
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall3food4service4ambience3
The food was good, the cocktails were weak, it was super crowded and very loud, hard to read the menu.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded 7 days agoI am thrilled you enjoyed the meal but very sorry for the disappointment with the cocktails that you chose. I will be sure to share your feedback with the team. I know we can do better! We look forward to you giving us another try. -Jessica
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Food took quite long to get prepared. But it was good and the service was nice.
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Kristen
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 19, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience4
My daughter wanted to go here for her birthday so I made a reservation. The food was good but the service was terrible. The waitress kept rushing us through our meal and brought us boxes soon after our food arrived and came back every few minutes to see if we were done and if we needed anything else. My daughter wanted some kind of fun drink and asked if there were any Mocktail options to which the waitress rudely replied that no they don’t do that. Overall it was a disappointing experience.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded on May 20, 2023Thank you for your review and I am very sorry the service missed the mark & came across as rushed this time. 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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PSBDC
Washington DC
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on May 17, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Always good and never disappointing. Founding Farmers uses great ingredients to deliver great twists on well known dishes.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded on May 19, 2023Thank you for dining with us! We are glad you enjoyed our food and menu and we cannot wait to see you again soon! :) -Kerry
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Carl
Kansas City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 17, 2023
overall4food5service2ambience4
Great food and environment. We were seated and then waited ten minutes before we saw anyone. The waitress eventually took our order. We had to wait twenty minutes for the bill and then that was from management, got the wrong bill for another table and waited again Basically we were forgotten.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded on May 19, 2023Hi, Carl. Thank you for letting us know what happened during your last experience. I am very sorry we made you feel forgotten. This is never our intention. I will pass along your feedback to our management team to review and I sincerely hope you will give us another chance to get it right. -Kerry
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Paris
Philadelphia
4 reviews
vip
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 17, 2023
overall2food2service5ambience4
Lovely service but way overpriced. Only one piece of toast came with the egg special. We asked for a second piece of toast assuming there’d be no extra cost. We were wrong and very disappointed. Total was $50. for one breakfast and two coffees!
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded on May 19, 2023Thank you for visiting us, Paris. I am sorry our prices were a disappointment. We try to only offer the best ingredients, and sometimes those ingredients cost a little more. I hope you will try us again, maybe for lunch or dinner, so that we can better show you the value of our food. -Kerry
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Mark
Dallas
35 reviews
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on May 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Creative and delicious food and drink at reasonable price for the quality!
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded on May 17, 2023Thank you so much for joining us, Mark! We are so happy that you enjoyed yourself! -Najjah :)
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Tink
Washington DC
16 reviews
vip
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on May 16, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
The dinner was very good. Our waiter was great and very attentive. I felt a bit rushed and the noise level was a bit louder than I would have liked. But it is always fun to eat there.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded on May 17, 2023Thank you for visiting us, Tink. I am very sorry that you did not feel comfortable and for the noise level on such a busy day. We will be thrilled to have you join us again! -Najjah :)
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AprilN
Washington DC
52 reviews
vip
5.0
52 reviews
Dined on May 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had lunch. The food was fresh and excellent service.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded on May 16, 2023Thank you for joining us, April! -Najjah :)
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ShakieaG
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2023
overall5food3service5ambience4
The food was just ok. My shrimp were very bland and I really didn’t like corn in my cornbread. The cornbread was not sweet at all. My server was pretty good and straight to the point. I love the fact that I was seated without my entire party. My experience was ok and I may return in the future.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded on May 17, 2023Thank you for your review. I am very sorry to read that our shrimp and grits and cornbread missed the mark, but I am happy that you are willing to give us another chance to provide a better dining experience for you. We look forward to your return! -Najjah
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Outstanding
Washington DC
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food was outstanding and so was our waitress!! We will definitely be back! The 7 cheese macaroni is to die for!!!
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded on May 16, 2023Thank you so much for visiting us! -Najjah :)
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BryanC
Washington DC
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great dining experience. We have eaten here before with the family if 4 with a picky eater. Everyone had something they enjoyed to eat. Isaac, our server, was knowledgeable about the menu and “secret”kids menu. Overall I would recommend dining here.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded on May 16, 2023Thank you for stopping by, Bryan! We are so happy that you decided to bring your family! Please come again soon! -Najjah :)
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CharuM
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall2food2service1ambience3
Very small portions for the cost of each item. Poor service by the waitress with zero smile and rather rude behavior I would not recommend this place for dinner unless they improve the service with some smiling and welcoming servers.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded on May 16, 2023Thank you for your review, Charu. We set a high standard for ourselves, and we’re so sorry to hear this was not met in your interaction with our service team. I will be passing along this information to our service managers. It is disappointing to know that our service missed the mark. We hope that you will consider dining with us again so that we can make it up to you and provide a better experience. -Najjah
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KDAWG
New York Area
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
Ok so it’s Mother’s Day, and I realize it’s busier than usual, but they took orders then came back and said they didn’t have my brothers dish and would he like something else. He politely ordered something else and the manager told me I was lucky cause I got the last shrimp risotto. I said cool. Then the food came out, no risotto to be found anywhere, and no communication that they didn’t have it anymore. So as a result I had to eat my kid’s chicken fingers and fries for Mother’s Day. Pretty lousy experience we were comped an appetizer and a main but it still left a sour taste for our Mother’s Day experience. Think it’s time to cross this place off of our go to list for special occasions.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded on May 19, 2023Thank you for your review. I am incredibly sorry that your visit on Mother's Day was not up to par. We were incredibly busy and ran out of many items. However, that does not forgive the lack of communication on our part. I would love to connect with you and turn around the impression we've given you. Please email me at Hospitality@FRG.farm with a copy of your review, date dined, and location. Thank you for alerting us to this! -Kerry
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LeisaM
Washington DC
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and food. Nice area for outdoor dining as well.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded on May 16, 2023Thank you so much for visiting us, Leisa! -Najjah :)
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YvoH
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Food is good. Reasonably priced. Service is good, but can be a little slow.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded on May 16, 2023Thank you for dining with us! -Najjah
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SIGnRiss
Baltimore
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
Great food as always...service was decent...seated immediately for our 4pm reservation.
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded on May 15, 2023Thank you so much! So glad you had such an enjoyable experience! See you again soon! -Jessica
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience4
Few flukes from kitchen made our lunch just basic. My wife asked some aioli on side but they sent her Salad with no dressing, fries for my kid overdone, menu said Chicken coming with Mac n Cheese and strignbeans but server convinced us that is mash potatoes that they were out of and she sent us fries and string beans than my aged NY Strip came so over done that I couldn’t even cut in to it with fries that were alive as not cooked enough. They did took the steak off the check and send a small complimentary desert but at that point it was all done for us to make it worse table beside us was completely upset as their order got completely wrong and they even chat with us about the service and the quality of the food which was for the reputation and the name of the restaurant embarrassing
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ChrisS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Enjoyed it, don't like the 5% upcharge. Food was good
Founding Farmers - Montgomery CountyResponded on May 15, 2023Thank you so much, Chris! See you again next time! -Jessica

Safety precautions

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

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Founding Farmers - Montgomery County using the Order Online button. Founding Farmers - Montgomery County also offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Founding Farmers - Montgomery County also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (301) 340-8783.

Founding Farmers - Montgomery County is rated 4.4 stars by 11539 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

May 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 61 times today

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(301) 340-8783

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Google Map for Founding Farmers - Montgomery County

12505 Park Potomac Avenue, Potomac, MD 20854

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Montrose Road West
Neighborhood
Rockville
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Comfort Food
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

Website
http://www.wearefoundingfarmers.com/
Phone number
(301) 340-8783
Catering
Founding Farmers is available for catering pick up or catering delivery across Montgomery County, MD. We can also provide full-service catering. Enjoy Founding Farmers scratch-made food wherever you need it. Let us cater breakfast, lunch, or dinner for you and your guests.
Private party contact
MoCo@FarmRequest.com: (301) 340-8783

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Starters

Whirley Pop Kettle Corn$7.50

Skillet Cornbread$10.50

Buttermilk Biscuits$10.99

Devil-Ish Eggs$11.50

Fried Green Tomatoes$12.50

Glazed Bacon Lollis$12.50

Blue Cheese Bacon Dates$12.50

Pickled Garden Vegetables$12.50

Garlic Black Pepper Wings$14.50

Spinach Dip$14.50

Baby Cheeseburgers*

Ahi Tuna Bites*$15.50

Hot Crab & Artichoke Dip$16.50

Farm Breads

Prosciutto$13.50

Brie$13.50

Avocado Toast$13.50

Smoked Salmon*$14.50

Soups & Salads

Soups & Small Salads

Today's Soup$9.99

Roasted Tomato$9.99

Farmers Salad*$12.50

Caesar Salad$12.50

Purple & Black Kale$12.50

Spinach Bacon Blue$12.50

Italian Sunday$12.50

Quinoa Bowl$13.50

Entrée Salads

Good All Green$16.50

Picnic Chicken Salad*$19.50

Crazy Corn Chicken$19.50

Fried Chicken$19.50

Blue Cheese Steak*$22.50

Spicy Ahi Tuna Poke*$22.50

Louie Cobb$25.50

Salad Add-Ons

Roasted Chicken$6.50

Fried Chicken$6.50

Steak*$8.50

Salmon*$8.50

Grilled Shrimp$8.50

Scallops*$10.50

Burgers & Sandwiches

Cheeseburger*$15.50

Chili Cheeseburger*$16.50

Avocado Bacon Cheeseburger*$17.50

Blue Cheese Balsamic Bacon Burger*$17.50

Goat Cheese Burger*$17.50

Our Best Veggie Cheeseburger$18.50

Egg Salad$10.99

Chicken Salad$15.50

Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup$15.50

Turkey Avocado$15.50

Spicy Fried Chicken$17.50

Pastrami Reuben$18.50

Prime Rib Dip*$22.50

Handmade Pasta

Seven Cheese Macaroni$18.50

Ham, Apple & Peas Macaroni & Cheese$19.50

Butternut Squash Ravioli$19.50

Four Cheese Ravioli$19.50

Sausage Mushroom Gnocchi$21.50

Goat Cheese Ravioli & Chicken Cutlet$21.50

Chicken Bolognese Bucatini$22.50

Shrimp & Sun-Dried Tomato Bucatini$23.50

Crab Macaroni & Cheese$32.50

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