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Founding Farmers VA: Alexandria, Alexandria, VA

Founding Farmers VA: Alexandria

4.3 (347)
$30 and under
American
461 Swann Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 181 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for special occasions
Founding Farmers Alexandria is located just a short walk from Potomac Yard in Oakville Triangle.

Open every day – serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekday happy hour 3:30pm-6pm, and weekend brunch – their expansive made-from-scratch menus offer American-inspired dishes including their famous fried chicken & waffles, farmhouse sushi, a variety of salads, fresh pastas, premium seafood & more. A full-service bar features cocktails made with Founding Spirits, their DC distillery. There is also a full service patio available that's seated on a first come, first served basis.

Majority owned by American family farmers and committed to thoughtful sourcing, sustainability, and creating exceptional dining experiences, Founding Farmers Alexandria is your neighborhood restaurant, where scratch-made food meets purpose. Please know that a 22% auto-gratuity will be applied to parties of 8 or more. We look forward to serving you!

Additional information

  • Location
    461 Swann Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301
  • Neighborhood
    Alexandria
  • Cross street
    Richmond Highway & Swann Avenue
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    BY METRO On the Yellow/Blue Lines, the closest stop to Founding Farmers Alexandria is Potomac Yard. The restaurant is less than a 10 minute walk from the Potomac Yard metro station. Exit towards Potomac Ave. Once at Potomac Ave. continue south for 0.2 miles and then turn right on Swann Ave. BY BUS The #34 Bus stops directly in front of the restaurant at stop: Richmond Hwy (Southbound) and Swann Avenue or Richmond Hwy (Northbound) & Swann Avenue.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 347 people are saying

Founding Farmers VA: Alexandria 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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Most Booked

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Founding Farmers in Alexandria offers "great food and service" with a vibrant ambiance. Though some experience noise issues, the diverse menu caters to all tastes, including vegetarians. Standouts include "amazing brunch options," attentive staff, and "fresh, delicious meals." The restaurant's spacious setup and validated parking add to its appeal for both casual and special occasions.
347 Reviews

  1. Donna

    Washington, D.C. Area18 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Breakfast was lovely. Quiet at 8:30 on a Thursday. Food was good, simple bacon, eggs, hash browns and a biscuit. Cold brew was good addition.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia County1 review

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a wonderful server who was very nice and very good at her job. However our overall experience could have been better. Two of our guests ordered the Mac and cheese and we were shocked by the portion size. When we have dined at the China town location the portion was double in size. This was in no way an adult sized entree and was defiantly not worth the price. Our guests were still hungry and needed to order additional meals. There’s were also young women in their 20s not even full grown men. When management got involved they were told that they could get more mac and cheese but they had already put in the order or additional food. We were stunned when the chicken noodle soup came out and it was bigger than the mac and cheese that been previously ordered. The manager also brought out another beverage for one of our guests but seemed annoyed and just walked away after handing it off. It’s fine to show emotion in the kitchen, but it definitely shouldn’t be visible to guests when out on the floor. We also had a birthday at our table that was stated on the reservation and it was never acknowledged by staff. Again at the Chinatown location a dessert was brought out by staff for the birthday celebration.

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  3. Anna

    Kansas City / Kansas2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We were seated at a dirty table at 10 am for breakfast. It hasn't been busy at all. The restaurant is beautiful and food never disappoints! Service was slow and not very helpful. We recieved the bare minimum. But love the place and understand that they are still new.
    Founding Farmers VA: AlexandriaResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for your honest feedback, Anna. We are sorry about the table and service, and we appreciate your understanding as we continue to improve. We’re glad you love the food and ambiance, and we hope to provide a better experience next time! -Kiara

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  4. Cheryl

    Washington, D.C. Area12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first visit to the Alexandria, VA location. We absolutely loved the restaurant. We enjoyed the Yankee Pot Roast and the Butternut Squash Ravioli. The restaurant is modern and has a great ambiance. Aaron, our server, provided excellent customer service. I rate this restaurant a 5 out of 5. It is a winner!
    Founding Farmers VA: AlexandriaResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Cheryl! We’re delighted you loved your first visit, enjoyed the food, and had excellent service from Aaron. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! -Tiffany

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Washington, D.C. Area7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was my second visit to this restaurant since it opened this year. It was a very good experience although it was quite busy. Our service assistant was very good. We were seated near an overhead air vent and thus encountered a draft. She recognized that quickly and offered us hot water or a hot beverage to minimize the impact of the draft. She provided either photos or detailed descriptions of menu items that we had questions about. It was a great dining experience. My friend and I were quite satisfied with our meal selections!

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  6. Donna

    Washington, D.C. Area19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was very good! The booth was in a comfortable space. We had a nice brunch. The service was sketchy - polite, friendly but less than attentive. It was busy, but should be expected for Sunday Brunch.
    Founding Farmers VA: AlexandriaResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback, Donna! We’re glad you enjoyed the food and comfortable seating. We apologize if the service felt less attentive and appreciate your understanding during a busy Sunday brunch. We hope to provide an even better experience next time! -Kristina

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  7. Barbara

    Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the BEST server CHRIS, he handled this 10 ppl reservation without a hiccup. Very respectful to the 80 year old birthday girl and all her guests. Even when the salmon was under cook he apologized and made it right for my 3 year old granddaughter. For Cuts alone, we will visit again. No not really, the food is awesome always. And of course the dessert, is always good. Thank you again, see you soon
    Founding Farmers VA: AlexandriaResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for sharing such a wonderful experience, Barbara! We are thrilled Chris took great care of your group and made the celebration special. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon! -Tiffany

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  8. Sonya VIP

    Philadelphia County1 review

    1.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Very disappointing experience. Service provided was less than satisfactory. We frequent Founding Farmers restaurants often. This one leaves much to be desired.

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  9. Cyndy

    Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very, very noisy Check in was bumpy. We stood for 15 minutes and person in party uses walker Food and service were great. Good selection
    Founding Farmers VA: AlexandriaResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback, Cyndy. We apologize for the wait during check-in, especially considering your party member’s needs. We're glad you enjoyed the food and service, and we appreciate your patience. We’ll work on improving the experience and hope to welcome you back soon. -Tiffany

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  10. Brad VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was OK, noisy environment, Ari was a great severe
    Founding Farmers VA: AlexandriaResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback, Brad! We are happy to hear Ari provided great service and appreciate your honest thoughts about the food and atmosphere. We hope to make your next visit even better! -Kristina

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FAQs

Founding Farmers VA: Alexandria offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 594-1445.

Founding Farmers VA: Alexandria is rated 4.3 stars by 347 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 181 times today
Google Map for Founding Farmers VA: Alexandria

461 Swann Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Richmond Highway & Swann Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Alexandria
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 7:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 7:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 8:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 8:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Breakfast, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    BY METRO On the Yellow/Blue Lines, the closest stop to Founding Farmers Alexandria is Potomac Yard. The restaurant is less than a 10 minute walk from the Potomac Yard metro station. Exit towards Potomac Ave. Once at Potomac Ave. continue south for 0.2 miles and then turn right on Swann Ave. BY BUS The #34 Bus stops directly in front of the restaurant at stop: Richmond Hwy (Southbound) and Swann Avenue or Richmond Hwy (Northbound) & Swann Avenue.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
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