I’ve never done a restaurant review before, but after visiting Founding Farmers 3 times in the last month (yes, three.), I figured I needed to share my newfound love with others. I apologize in advance to those of you who live outside of the D.C. area, but hopefully this gives you an incentive to come visit soon!
Founding Farmers is actually owned by a group of farmers and is dedicated to promoting sustainable agriculture. The menu is full of dishes with natural, in-season ingredients. While quality takes precedence over location, they do their best to use local foods whenever possible. It’s also an eco-friendly restaurant that uses recycled products in everything from the wood in the benches to the water glasses.
Beyond all of those wonderful things, the food is amazing. There is something for everyone. And when I say everyone, I mean that the healthiest person you know could dine with a person who deep fries everything and they’d both leave completely satisfied. The menu is truly an American menu featuring everything from The Founding Farmer’s Cheeseburger to Low Country Shrimp and Grits to, my personal favorite, Salmon Meniuère. And the Farmer’s Arnold Palmer (sweet tea and lemonade) just might change your life. They have a vegan menu and gluten-free menu options. I’ve also found that they are extremely accommodating when it comes to dietary or taste limitations.
And if all of that doesn’t convince you to dine there, I heard a rumor that Founding Farmer’s is Michelle Obama’s favorite restaurant in the District. Are you making your reservation yet?
