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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
10549 Reviews
$30 and under
American
600 Massachusetts Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20001

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 132 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for groups
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. 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. Please know that a 22% auto-gratuity will be applied to parties of 8 or more. We look forward to serving you!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • 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
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Joe Goetze
  • Catering
    Our Founding Farmers & Distillers Catering is available for pick up or delivery across the District. Enjoy Founding Farmers scratch-made food wherever you need it. We can also provide full-service catering. Let us cater your next event.
  • Private party facilities
    Founding Farmers & Distillers is a great choice for group and private dining in downtown DC. We have a variety of options and can accommodate 8–55 guests for special events and gatherings. Details on our dining rooms are below. Depending on the day and time, we may be able to host larger groups here or at one of our sibling restaurants.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Mount Vernon Square
  • Cross street
    6th and Massachusetts Ave NW
  • 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.
  • Public transit
    Gallery Place ChinatownMt. Vernon Square
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 10,549 people are saying

Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: Chinatown 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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 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 "delicious food" and a "diverse menu." Guests rave about the "excellent service" and farm-to-table freshness. Popular for breakfast and brunch, it's a go-to spot for locals and visitors alike. Reservations are recommended due to its popularity.

10,549 Reviews
  1. Tanya

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I dine at this location often and each time pleased with food and service.
    Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: ChinatownResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for being a loyal guest, Tanya! We are glad to hear you consistently enjoy both the food and service. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! -Tiffany

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  2. Tina

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    FF&D has been my office's go to gathering place for the past few events. We find the location to be convenient, open, plenty of natural light, always accommodating, and the food and service is good!
    Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: ChinatownResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for making us your go-to spot for office gatherings, Tina! We are glad you enjoy the space, service, and food. It’s always a pleasure to host your team, and we look forward to many more visits! -Tiffany

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  3. Samuel

    New York City4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was very good and my cocktail was outstanding. We had to wait awhile for our entrees.
    Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: ChinatownResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for sharing your experience, Samuel! We’re glad you enjoyed the food and your cocktail. We apologize for the wait on your entrees and appreciate your patience. We’ll work to ensure a smoother experience next time. Hope to see you again soon! -Jessica

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  4. ChrisDee

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    A little too dark inside during the day. If it’s cloudy you should turn the lights up.
    Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: ChinatownResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your feedback, ChrisDee! We appreciate your suggestion about the lighting. We’ll certainly take that into consideration to ensure a brighter and more comfortable atmosphere during cloudy days. We hope to see you again soon! -Jessica

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  5. Deborah B VIP

    Washington DC1 review

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We ordered the Buffe, but alot of things were missing so we either waited for replenishing or didn't get them. For the price that was disappointing. It was Easter Sunday so the wait was a little crazy. we made reservations but wee seated about 25 mins after our reservation time. The food we did get was good as always.
    Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: ChinatownResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Deborah. Thank you for your feedback, and we apologize for the wait and missing items during your Easter Sunday visit. We understand how important it is to have everything available. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the food you did get, and we appreciate your patience. We'll work on improving our service and food replenishment to make sure future experiences are even better. We hope to welcome you back soon! -Najjah

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  6. Latia

    Washington DC1 review

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Not recommend for brunch buffet. The options are few, the food is bland (the catfish was ok) and very few gluten free options. It is all you can eat and it seemed to be replenished often. It also took a while to get chef specialty items - but that may have been because it was Easter.
    Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: ChinatownResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for sharing your feedback, Latia. We are sorry to hear the brunch buffet didn't meet expectations. We always strive to provide a great dining experience, and we’ll take your comments into consideration to improve our offerings. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future. -Kiara

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  7. Leanna

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food! Best brunch buffet we’ve ever had. Staff was kind and helpful and so patient despite the throngs of people crowding around the buffet this Easter Sunday. Highly recommend!
    Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: ChinatownResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for the wonderful review, Leanna! We are glad to hear you enjoyed the brunch buffet and that our team made your experience special. We hope to welcome you back soon for another great visit! -Jessica

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  8. Justin

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I get the same table every time, which I love! This location will continue to be my favorite spot for brunch!
    Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: ChinatownResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Justin. We are glad to hear that you love your spot and continue to enjoy your brunch experiences with us! It's always a pleasure to have you back. See you again soon! -Jessica

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  9. Herman

    Washington DC5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Bustling Easter brunch. Good food and service, tasty presentation of the local blue catfish. Seating arrangements were tightly packed.
    Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: ChinatownResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for joining us for Easter brunch, Herman! We’re glad you enjoyed the food and the presentation of the local blue catfish. We appreciate your feedback on the seating arrangements and will take that into consideration for future improvements. Hope to see you again soon! -Tiffany

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  10. Jessica

    Washington DC14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food. No wait. Excellent service. No complaints!
    Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: ChinatownResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for the wonderful feedback, Jessica! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience. We hope to see you again soon! -Kiara

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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 10549 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Washington, D.C. Area
  4. District of Columbia
  5. Mount Vernon Square

Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 132 times today
Google Map for Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: Chinatown

600 Massachusetts Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20001

Additional information

  • Cross street
    6th and Massachusetts Ave NW
  • Neighborhood
    Mount Vernon Square
  • 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
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • 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.
  • Public transit
    Gallery Place ChinatownMt. Vernon Square
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Joe Goetze
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Our Founding Farmers & Distillers Catering is available for pick up or delivery across the District. Enjoy Founding Farmers scratch-made food wherever you need it. We can also provide full-service catering. Let us cater your next event.
  • Private party facilities
    Founding Farmers & Distillers is a great choice for group and private dining in downtown DC. We have a variety of options and can accommodate 8–55 guests for special events and gatherings. Details on our dining rooms are below. Depending on the day and time, we may be able to host larger groups here or at one of our sibling restaurants.
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