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Founding Farmers MD: Potomac, Potomac, MD

Founding Farmers MD: Potomac

4.4
4.4
12307 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 169 times today
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
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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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
    (301) 340-8783
  • 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.
  • 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

What 12,307 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
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Maryland - DC Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Founding Farmers MD: Potomac is known for its "excellent food and service," with a menu rich in fresh, farm-to-table options. Guests consistently praise the "outstanding" breakfast offerings and the delightful outdoor seating. While some diners note the lively atmosphere can be noisy, the overall dining experience is "always great," making it a top choice for many.

12,308 Reviews
  1. matthew

    VIP

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Yummy food! Loud machine sounds near the coffee espresso machines.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your feedback, Matthew! We are glad you enjoyed the food. We apologize for the loud machine sounds near the espresso area and appreciate you bringing it to our attention. We'll make sure to look into ways to minimize that noise for a more comfortable dining experience. Hope to see you again soon! -Najjah

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  2. Roger

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Crazy busy on Christmas. We went for a 6pm reservation and got seated about 6:12. Waitress was friendly and did a good job. Food came out in good time and tasted delicious. It was a good dinner.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your understanding and for sharing your experience, Roger! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the meal and that our team took good care of you. We appreciate your patience and look forward to welcoming you back for another great dining experience! -Najjah

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  3. Natalie

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very busy night for FF! We went there tonight on Christmas, which also happens to be my birthday. There was a mix up with the prime rib and they ended up being out of it but didn’t find out until my family had their food. I work in a restaurant so I know these things happen sometimes. They were extremely accommodating. The manager, Chris, and our server (her name just slipped from my mind!) went above and beyond! They made sure that we left feeling happy and that’s all we could really ask for! The food was delicious as always! P.s- Please add a nonalcoholic beer option to your menu! 😁
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for celebrating both Christmas and your birthday with us, Natalie! We are glad to hear that Chris and your server made your experience a positive one despite the mix-up with the prime rib. We truly appreciate your patience and kind words. Looking forward to welcoming you back for another great meal soon! -Najjah

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  4. Mitsouka

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My son and I went on Christmas which we knew would be busy. We made reservations ahead of time. We were seated within 5 minutes of arriving. Benny was our server and he was amazing. He continually checked in on us and was very knowledgeable of the menu. My son got the slow-cooked brisket which was delicious. I got the ribs which was also yummy. I can’t wait to come back.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience, Mitsouka! We're thrilled to hear that Benny took great care of you and your son. We're glad you enjoyed the brisket and ribs. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another tasty meal! -Najjah

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  5. William

    VIP

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    2.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    The app uses the word "energetic" to describe the noise level.... it's just plain loud!
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for sharing your feedback, William! We appreciate your perspective and understand that the noise level can be a bit overwhelming at times, especially during busy periods. We'll certainly take your comments into consideration to ensure a more comfortable dining experience for all. We hope to welcome you back soon! -Tiffany

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  6. Linda

    VIP

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    The first sign of trouble was the fact that they didn’t on time and we couldn’t even get in the door because they had too much of a crowd around the check in counter. They also have a problem with sound. I don’t know why they have the music so loud in there that you can’t hear your dinner partner, but it’s far too loud. The server also allowed us to spend time perusing the menu, we ordered drinks that were delivered and when we tried to order dinner, only then were we told that some items were sold out - it would be better to know before studying the menu so we would not anticipate a certain dinner only to be told it would not be available.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your feedback, Linda. We apologize for the delays you experienced with both seating and the noise level during your visit. We understand how frustrating it can be when menu items are unavailable. We will be sure to address these concerns with our team to improve your experience in the future. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and hope to have the opportunity to serve you again under better circumstances. -Najjah

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  7. Steve

    VIP

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    Waited 35 minutes after time of reservation to get a seat. If they are going to book too many on a holiday, they should at least have places to sit and an area out of the way. Instead, everyone was standing and crammed together by the front door on a cold day.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for sharing your experience, Steve. We sincerely apologize for the wait and the uncomfortable situation while you were waiting to be seated. We understand how frustrating it can be, especially on a cold day. We'll take your feedback into consideration to improve the seating process during busy times. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future. -Najjah

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  8. Maureen

    Washington DC

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    My one request would be some traffic/parking control for the people picking up to-go orders. I had my father who uses a wheelchair and all the handicapped spaces were taken, and because people were parked and double-parked in the driving lane for the parking area I could not drop him off anywhere near the front door for several minutes when I was finally lucky enough for someone in a handicapped space to leave. This was not a unique occurrence.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Maureen. Thank you for sharing your experience, and we sincerely apologize for the difficulty you encountered with parking and access. We understand how important it is to ensure safe and convenient access for all guests. Your feedback is valuable, and we will work on improving the parking situation, particularly for guests picking up to-go orders and those needing accessible spaces. We hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a smoother experience next time. -Najjah

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  9. Quinley

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Mostly a good experience, especially for a busy Christmas lunchtime. The not so good - two out of 4 of our orders were incorrect, and the service was a bit slow. Otherwise, fine. Nice menu, well executed.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your feedback, Quinley! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the menu, and we apologize for the order mix-ups. We truly appreciate your understanding. We'll work on improving these aspects and hope to welcome you back for a flawless experience next time. -Najjah

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  10. Robert

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was excellent, and the food is always good.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your positive feedback, Robert! Please come again soon! -Xenia

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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 4.4 stars by 12307 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 169 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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
  • 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 scratch-made food wherever you need it. Let us cater breakfast, lunch, or dinner for you and your guests.
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