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I visited Founding Farmers for the first time over the summer. Honestly, I think I was crazy for not eating there sooner. The atmosphere is very cool, lounge-like; the service is a joy; and the food is incredible. My friends and I ordered the following: • Bacon lollipops -- delicious, thick, crispy bacon coated in cinnamon brown sugar. Let's just say we fought for the crumbs. • Fried Green Tomatoes -- we ended up ordering another serving. Though, the best part was the goat cheese spread (and probably the main reason why we ordered more fried green tomatoes). It was so fresh! I'm not ashamed to say I ate the cheese without any sides. • Prosciutto, Fig, Mascarpone farm bread -- I just couldn't share this. The combination was absolutely fantastic. • Butternut Squash-Mascarpone Ravioli -- perfect serving, though not my favorite dish • Grilled Cauliflower Steak -- meatless never tasted so good Overall, Founding Farmers was a blast. The prices were not too bad considering this is one of the to-go places in D.C. That being said, be sure to make a reservation. This restaurant is where foodies celebrate after a great day at work.

Founding Farmers is a delicious restaurant located in Foggy Bottom. All of the ingredients come from local farmers so the food is extremely fresh. There are two seating areas, one upstairs and one downstairs, as well as a bar downstairs. Many local businessmen and women frequent this bar as a great place to grab drinks with coworkers after work. You can also enjoy the bar while you wait for a table to open up if you do not make a reservation ahead of time. The menu offers everything from mac and cheese to steak. With such a wide variety everyone can find something they like. They also offer brunch of Sundays. The brunch is extremely popular and you will not get in without a reservation. The desserts are also incredible and mouthwatering, but the portion sizes are large so I recommend splitting. My personal favorites are the chocolate mousse and the red velvet cake with homemade cream cheese frosting. This restaurant is a little bit fancier and pricier, but it is a great place to take a date or friends. Many university students also frequent the restaurant when their parents are in town.

I've been here for lunch and dinner, and have always walked out very satisfied. The whole idea of this place is based on sustainability in farming. This means the food comes from local farmers. Which means, the food is fresh and delicious. The meats particularly are tastier and juicier than most other places. To dine here you need a reservation, no matter what time you want to go. Go to opentable and book it, don't try and be a rockstar. I've always been seated within 5 minutes of my reservation but seeing other people wait at the bar has always looked brutal (and a little like torture when you have to watch everyone else eating yummy food). Each and every server I've had here has been awesome. They all seem to really like the concept of the place, and always make excellent food and drink recommendations. The drinks there particularly impress me, definitely give one of those a try. Each time I go I'm sure to order the popcorn to start. It is such a fun and fresh way to start the meal and their flavors are great, my favorite is the BBQ. The salads are delicious, but last time I went I had the roasted chicken. Huge portions, fed off of those leftovers for two whole days. I really enjoy dining here, whether on a date, business lunch or group outing. I recommend it to anyone looking for a refreshingly good meal and time.