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best restaurant in washington dc - Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: Chinatown, Washington, DC

Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: Chinatown

4.4
4.4
10478 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 129 times today
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Great for brunch
Walking distance to many of DC’s historic landmarks, Founding Farmers & Distillers offers a diverse menu including dishes inspired by nearby Chinatown and cocktails featuring our in-house distillery, Founding Spirits. Open 365 days a year, our team is passionate about crafting dishes & drinks from scratch with high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers we know and trust.

Join us for breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekday happy hour, decadent weekend Farmers Market Buffet Brunch, or grab a cup of house-roasted coffee and breakfast treat from our First Bake Cafe.

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

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm First Bake Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:30 am Buffet Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–4:00 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
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    The closest parking garage is located beneath our 600 Mass Ave building. The entrance is located on Massachusetts Ave NW. The parking garage elevator will bring guests to the lobby. Guests should proceed through the lobby and Farmers & Distillers will be located on the right.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Joe Goetze
  • Delivery & takeout

What 10,478 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
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Most Booked

  • District of Columbia

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Founding Farmers & Distillers in DC's Chinatown offers a vibrant dining experience with an "extensive menu" featuring everything from soups to seafood. Guests praise the "great service," "delicious food," and "tasty cocktails." While the atmosphere can be "noisy," reservations ensure a seamless experience. Highly recommended for a memorable visit!

10,478 Reviews
  1. Liz

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, great service, it’s always a treat to eat here when visiting Washington DC!
    Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: ChinatownResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your kind words, Liz! We are glad you enjoy dining with us when you're in DC. Looking forward to welcoming you back on your next visit! -Jessica

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  2. Michael VIP

    Richmond7 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We had a reservation and they told us we had to wait 30 minutes. What’s the point of a reservation?? The place was jammed packed and the people at the checkin were terribly unhelpful.
    Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: ChinatownResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Michael. I am sorry to hear about your frustrating experience. I’ll pass your feedback along to ensure improvements are made, and I hope your next visit goes much more smoothly. We truly appreciate your patience and hope you'll give us another chance to serve you better next time. -Jessica

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  3. Karen VIP

    San Francisco42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Busy but good meal and good service as always. Fun pre game lunch!

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  4. GoshKruse

    Washington DC8 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Disorganized, Overcrowded, and Understaffed We made a reservation a day in advance for a 1 PM lunch, expecting a smooth experience. Instead, we walked into absolute chaos. The restaurant was a zoo—so crowded that there was a long line just to reach the host desk. It was so loud inside that even if they called our name, we’re not sure we would have heard it. After waiting 20 minutes with a reservation, we finally grabbed two open seats at the bar. Unfortunately, the bar—seating about 20 people—was severely understaffed, with only one bartender and one person taking food orders. The seats weren’t particularly comfortable, and the TVs were set to some nonsense drag racing, adding to the frustration. To top it off, it still took another 20 minutes just to get our drinks. Overall, the place was way too noisy, and they clearly don’t have the staff or space to handle the number of patrons they’re booking. Reservation or not, expect a long wait and a lot of hassle.
    Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: ChinatownResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for sharing your feedback, GoshKruse. We truly apologize for the frustrating experience you had during your visit. We strive to create a smooth and enjoyable dining experience for all of our guests, and it seems we fell short this time. We are taking your comments seriously and we will work to improve the flow and overall experience. We hope you’ll give us another chance to provide a better experience in the future. -Jessica

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious and service was great! Enjoyed the brunch menu too!

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  6. Laura VIP

    Baltimore9 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We waited a very long time to be served and when the food finally arrived, most of it was called. They didn't have a kids menu and served my niece spicy chicken tenders which she refused to eat. I ordered a 6 ounce glass of wine which couldn't have been more than 3 or 4 oz tops. Also, way overpriced. Very disappointed in this experience especially since we've been to other locations of this restaurant and very much enjoyed it.
    Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: ChinatownResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Laura. We sincerely apologize for the experience you had during your visit. We are sorry to hear about the delays and the issues with the food temperature and portion sizes. This is not the standard we strive for, and we appreciate your feedback. We hope you’ll give us another chance to provide the exceptional dining experience you’ve enjoyed at our other locations. Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. -Jessica

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food and atmosphere for date night! Highly recommend

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  8. Neal VIP

    Greater Boston1 review

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Saturday breakfast buffet was great with lots of options
    Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: ChinatownResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for sharing your feedback, Neal! Please come again soon! -Xenia

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Server was very attentive and helpful, brunch was great!!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Des Moines1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Had 5:15 reservations and seated immediately. Out by 6:40. People waiting.

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FAQs

Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: Chinatown offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: Chinatown also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 464-3001.

Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: Chinatown is rated 4.4 stars by 10478 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 p.m.
Booked 129 times today
Google Map for Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: Chinatown

600 Massachusetts Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20001

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm First Bake Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:30 am Buffet Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–4:00 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
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    The closest parking garage is located beneath our 600 Mass Ave building. The entrance is located on Massachusetts Ave NW. The parking garage elevator will bring guests to the lobby. Guests should proceed through the lobby and Farmers & Distillers will be located on the right.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Joe Goetze
  • Delivery & takeout
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