Founding Farmers Restaurant Review
IMF HQ2 building
1924 Pennsylvania Ave. NW (20th St. NW) 
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Washington, DC 20006
202-822-8783 | Make Restaurant Reservations | Menu
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Founding Farmers Restaurant is one of our 2012
| Top 10 Washington DC American Restaurants
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Cuisine
Open
Breakfast Mon.-Fri., Lunch Sun.-Fri., Dinner nightly, Brunch Sun.Features
- Heart-healthy dishes
- Kid-friendly
- Full bar
- Reservations suggested (Lunch & Dinner)
- Business casual
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 Strategically located for highest visual interest on the first floor of the IMF building, Founding Farmers appeals to all those craving home-spun food with a high-gloss spin. Set in a modern steel, glass and wood venue, FF operates on the premise that local and sustainable are more than just stock phrases that are now part of mainstream American conversation. Indeed, its ingredients---from vegetables to pork, and all that comes in between---come directly from independent, regional farmers who support sustainable and humane farming; hence, everything tastes fresher and, yes, better. The restaurant’s design is “green” as well, incorporating reclaimed and recycled materials and using energy efficient plumbing and electricity. But apart from that, the chef indulges patrons with contemporary American cooking that includes such old-fashioned-yet-new appetizers as the deviled eggs with lobster and barbecued oysters. The remainder of the menu tackles other American faves with a contemporary spin that include the chef’s riff on chicken potpie and meatloaf. For lighter entrées, the Southern fried chicken salad brims with such add-ons as chunks of apple wood-smoked bacon, shredded sharp cheddar, and wedges of avocado. To keep pace with its upscale approach to American food, FF also offers a selection of vegan dishes. Beers and wine get special attention with everything from American microbrews to Belgian Stella Artois. And teetotalers are not forgotten: the menu includes a full range of teas, coffees and fruit juices.
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