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Founding Farmers MD: Potomac, Potomac, MD

Founding Farmers MD: Potomac

4.5 (12403)
$30 and under
American
12505 Park Potomac Avenue, Potomac, MD 20854

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 75 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for brunch
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
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

What 12,403 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
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 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 "wonderful food" and "great service." Known for its "fantastic" chicken pot pie and "delicious" beignets, the restaurant features a "generous dessert menu" and a "huge variety" of choices. Although it can be "very noisy," the "friendly and helpful staff" ensures a memorable visit.
12,403 Reviews
  1. Kelly VIP

    Washington DC9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    restaurant was very accommodating on a last-minute request to move up reservation half hour early. great service overall.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded today
    Thank you for your kind words, Kelly! We’re glad we could accommodate your request and that you enjoyed the service. Hope to see you again soon! -Tiffany

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  2. Jennifer VIP

    Washington DC95 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was good. We also didn’t feel rush to Leave restaurant the restaurant after dining for two hours.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded today
    Thank you for your kind words, Jennifer! We are glad you enjoyed the food and service and felt comfortable. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! -Tiffany

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  3. Andrea

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved our perfect corner table with the five of us. Our waiter was fabulous. The beignets were sooooooo delish. Our brunch choices were excellent!
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for the lovely review, Andrea! We are glad you enjoyed your corner table, delicious brunch, and those beignets! We’ll be sure to pass your compliments along to your server. Hope to see you again soon! -Kiara

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  4. Joseph

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an excellent meal at Founding Farmers MD: Potomac. Our server Kevin knew the menu really well and gave helpful suggestions on what to order. I ended up going for the chicken pot pie and it was absolutely fantastic; nice and flaky pastry on top and lots of delicious chicken inside. My friend was similarly delighted with the fried chicken. We ended the meal with beignets that made think I was in New Orleans. Great meal, service, and ambience. Worth every penny. Will definitely be back.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for the wonderful review, Joseph! We're thrilled you enjoyed your meal, especially the chicken pot pie and beignets. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Kevin. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon! -Tiffany

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  5. Briana VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This was my brunch go to for the past decade…things have certainly changed with each visit 2025 , meager portions , same price. I ordered the farmers breakfast the gave me 1 single small sausage link as my meat , used to be at least 2. Checked uber eats and the picture shows 2 links. Tiny grits bowl , I am surprised they gave me 2 eggs. Food tasted good but cost cutting is apparent. I’d rather you raise the price a 2 bucks than serve a sparse plate. Get rid of the up charges. Service was good. However, we customers notice and will remember to skip this place for brunch if we need our bellies satisfied.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your honest and thoughtful feedback, Briana. We’re truly sorry to hear that your recent experience didn’t meet the expectations you’ve come to know and love over the years. Your concerns will be shared with our team. We’re glad the service and flavor still stood out, and we hope to have the opportunity to win back your trust in the future. -Kiara

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  6. Willis

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was absolutely amazing. Great customer service our waitress was absolutely amazing.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your kind words, Willis! We're delighted you enjoyed the food and had a great experience with your server. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! -Tiffany

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  7. Judith VIP

    Washington DC1 review

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Very noisy and mediocre food. Cannot recommend this place to others
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback, Judith. We are sorry to hear your experience didn’t meet expectations. Your comments help us improve, and we hope you'll consider giving us another try in the future. -Tiffany

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  8. Debra VIP

    Orange County213 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great lunch menu and service. We ordered salads & ice tea, they arrived exactly as ordered and our fabulous waiter was around but never hovering. Perfect day to dine outside, nearly every table was full.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for the kind words, Debra! We are glad you enjoyed the lunch, service, and outdoor dining experience. We’ll be sure to share your compliments with your server—hope to see you again soon! -Tiffany

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  9. Francis

    Washington DC14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Ruben, was excellent. Took time to explain the menu and constantly checked to ensure everyone was okay. Very nice staff overall. Great value for your money.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for the kind words, Francis! We are happy to hear Ruben took great care of you and that you enjoyed the service and value. We hope to welcome you back soon! -Tiffany

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  10. Angela

    Washington DC11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. Friendly and helpful staff. The portions are generous and there is a huge dessert menu.
    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you, Angela! We're glad you enjoyed the food, generous portions, and our dessert selection. We appreciate your kind words and hope to see you again soon! -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 12403 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 75 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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