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Founding Farmers MD: Potomac, Potomac, MD

Founding Farmers MD: Potomac

4.4
4.4
12257 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 203 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for special occasions
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.

Order delivery or takeout

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

Experiences

  • Thanksgiving three-course prix fixe menu

    $47.50 per person

    Nov 28, 2024 only
    On Thanksgiving Day, we’re serving our beloved three-course prix fixe menu. Featuring favorites like our Farmers Salad, Southern Fried Chicken, Roasted Turkey, Beyla Honey-Glazed Ham, and more. All accompanied with our favorite holiday sides you know and love with freshly baked desserts to top it off. It’s a meal you won’t want to miss, and the best part is that you don’t have to lift a finger…just your fork. $47.50 per guest + tax. Our a la carte menus will not be available.  
    Thanksgiving three-course prix fixe menu Photo

What 12,257 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
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Maryland - DC Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Founding Farmers MD: Potomac offers a lively atmosphere with "great food, service, and appealing interior design." The menu is a delightful mix of American classics with a twist, featuring standout dishes like Southern Fried Chicken and a variety of creative cocktails. While some note that noise levels can be high, the outdoor seating area provides a pleasant alternative. The commitment to high-quality ingredients sourced from family farms is evident, ensuring fresh and delicious meals. Despite occasional service hiccups, the restaurant remains a popular choice for brunch and dinner, promising an enjoyable dining experience.

12,257 Reviews
  1. Leland

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    My eggs and home fries were ice cold! They must have sat in the kitchen forever.

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  2. Luis

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food here is always outstanding, great service as well.

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  3. Andrew

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Was a great experience all around! Service was wonderful and food was tasty!
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 1 day ago
    We are glad to hear you had a great experience, Andrew! Thank you for your kind words about our service and food. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! -Xenia

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  4. Luisa

    Washington DC

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service! Amazing food! Amazing experience!
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Luisa! It's wonderful to hear you had such a fantastic experience! Your enthusiasm is contagious, and it sounds like everything from the service to the food exceeded expectations. Looking forward to hearing about your next visit! -Najjah

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  5. April

    Washington DC

    103 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    103 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hadn’t been for a while, that won’t happen again. Food, cocktails and service were great! Our server, Maria was fantastic.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for coming back and sharing such a great review, April! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food, cocktails, and service. We'll be sure to pass your kind words along to Maria. Hope to see you again soon! -Najjah

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  6. Diane

    Washington DC

    61 reviews

    5.0

    61 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lots of delicious choices and a waiter who made helpful recommendations. Had my granddaughter order her French dip quickly so she could get the last one. Don’t miss the skillet cornbread.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for the great review, Diane! We're thrilled you enjoyed the delicious options and appreciated your waiter's thoughtful recommendations. And yes, the skillet cornbread is a must-have. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! -Najjah

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  7. miguel

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, food came quickly and was prepared perfectly, wine was very pricey, overall excellant!
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for the wonderful review, Miguel! We are glad you enjoyed the excellent service and perfectly prepared food. We appreciate your feedback on the wine and hope to welcome you back for another great experience! -Tiffany

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  8. Kim

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very lovely brunch!
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for your kind words, Kim! Please come again soon! -Xenia

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  9. Kim

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A lovely brunch. Food was very good. Indoors seating was very busy and loud however there is tented and heated outdoor space that is very nice. Waiter Alex was great.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for the lovely review, Kim! We’re glad you enjoyed the food and found our outdoor seating comfortable. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Alex. We hope to see you again soon for another great brunch! -Najjah

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  10. Philip

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice time..didnt feel rushed--our server was great
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for sharing your experience, Philip! We are glad you had a nice, relaxed time and enjoyed the great service. We hope to see you again soon! -Kiara

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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 12257 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 203 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Founding Farmers MD: Potomac

12505 Park Potomac Avenue, Potomac, MD 20854

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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