Founding Farmers Alexandria
Our newest location is NOW OPEN! Founding Farmers Alexandria is located just a short walk from Potomac Yard in Oakville Triangle. Guests can enjoy a full-service restaurant & bar open everyday (including holidays) serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekday happy hour, weekend brunch, plus our grab & go Bakery & Cafe. Reserve your table.

Welcome to our newest Founding Farmers in Alexandria’s Oakville Triangle. Blocks from the Potomac Yard metro, Founding Farmers Alexandria is a full-service restaurant and bar open 365 days a year serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, weekday happy hour, and brunch on the weekends. An all-day bakery & cafe offers grab & go house-roasted coffee drinks, fresh donuts, an array of decadent croissants and pastries, breakfast burritos and more.
At award-winning Founding Farmers restaurants, we make everything we can from scratch using high-quality ingredients from American family farms. Our newest restaurant in Alexandria offers expansive American-inspired menus, including rotisserie chicken, guest-favorite fried chicken & waffles, farmhouse sushi, an expanse of salads and sandwiches, hand-formed burgers on freshly baked buns, fresh pastas, premium seafood, steaks, seasonal crop list sides & more. Our full-service bar features handcrafted cocktails made with our award-winning proprietary spirits from Founding Spirits, their DC-based distillery. Not to be missed are their decadent desserts, scratch-made cakes, pies, house-churned ice cream, and artisan chocolate.
Founding Farmers Alexandria provides a relaxed yet refined dining experience everyone can enjoy with a beautiful, comfortable atmosphere coupled with delightful, down-to-earth hospitality true to our farmer-owned roots. Our outdoor patio is coming soon.
We are majority owned by American family farmers and committed to sustainability and building community while creating exceptional dining experiences. Founding Farmers Alexandria is your favorite neighborhood restaurant, where delicious, scratch-made food and drink meets purpose. Reserve your table today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Amenities
Do you have an elevator?
No. Founding Farmers Alexandria is one floor.
Do you have WiFi?
Yes, we offer complimentary WiFi. Please check with your server or the host for the password.
Are there TVs in the bar area?
We have small televisions located in our bar area. However, they are not easily viewed from all parts of the bar and are not advisable for viewing sporting events.
How well can Founding Farmers Alexandria accommodate someone with a disability?
All of our restaurants are well equipped to provide excellent hospitality for all of our guests. Please let us know if you have any access concerns or needs in dining with us. You can make note when making your online reservation, contact us in advance of your reservation, or let us know when you arrive.
Are there other Founding Farmers locations?
Yes, we hope you will visit all of the restaurants in our growing family. In making your plans, please note that each restaurant has different offerings, amenities, and operating times:
- Founding Farmers DC – Foggy Bottom, 1924 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC
- Founding Farmers & Distillers DC – 600 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC
- MoCo’s Founding Farmers – Park Potomac, Potomac, MD
- Founding Farmers Alexandria – 461 Swann Ave. Alexandria, VA 22301
- Founding Farmers Tysons – 1800 Tysons Blvd, Tysons II, Tysons, VA
- Founding Farmers Reston Station – 1904 Reston Metro Plaza Drive, Reston, VA
- Founding Farmers King of Prussia – 255 Main Street, King of Prussia, PA
- Founding Farmers Fishers Bakers – The Washington Harbour, Georgetown Waterfront, DC
Are you currently hiring?
Yes, we are hiring for all of our locations. Check out all available positions here.
Do you have highchairs and/or booster seats?
Yes, we do have highchairs and booster seats available for your convenience.
Do you have outdoor/patio seating?
We currently do not have outdoor seating at Founding Farmers Alexandria. However, we are building our patio soon. Stay tuned for updates!
Do you offer valet parking?
We do not offer valet parking at this time. There is a parking garage just behind the restaurant at 2575 Oakville St.
Do you validate parking?
Yes, at our Alexandria location, we validate parking. On weekdays, we validate garage parking for up to 90 minutes from when we open to 4pm, and for 2 hours from 4pm-close. On Saturday and Sunday, we validate garage parking for up to 2 hours.
How may I purchase gift cards?
Founding Farmers gift cards go beyond enjoying a great meal. Our gift cards make the perfect gift for anyone in your life who loves getting together with friends and family over a delicious food & drink.
Purchase a Founding Farmers gift card for your loved ones today.
Our gift cards CAN be used for:
- Dining in all of our restaurants
- Purchasing our merchandise in person, such as The Founding Farmers Cookbook, our Founding Farmers Coffee, and our Founding Farmers Chocolate. You can also use our gift cards in person to purchase Founding Spirits from our DC distillery plus our DC restaurants.
- Online ordering for pick up and delivery through our website: https://www.wearefoundingfarmers.com/order-food-to-go-delivery/
Our gift cards CANNOT be used for:
- Ordering from third party platforms, such as UberEats, DoorDash, and GrubHub.
- Purchasing our merchandise online to ship, including The Founding Farmers Cookbook or Founding Spirits.
- Our special holidays at home programs (meals that can pre-ordered for reheating at home), such as: Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Eve, Valentine’s Day, Easter, and Mother’s Day.
What is the dress code?
We love it all!
Where can I find out more about the art throughout the restaurant?
Within the restaurant you can find gold plaques near each piece of art that will share a tidbit about each artist. You can also find detailed information about each artist here.
Do you cater?
Yes. Founding Farmers Co. Catering & Events can provide full service catering, delivery and pick up catering that can be ordered directly online, private chef diners, and event planning. With years of experience rooted in restaurant hospitality, we have the expertise and bandwidth to help you create events that are easy, frictionless, and fun to plan from start to finish. Our catering menus are not limited to our restaurant food & drink but can be tailored to your event and your budget. As with our restaurants, everything is made from scratch with ingredients thoughtfully sourced from farmers and suppliers we know and trust.
Complete details on our catering services and how to collaborate with us for your next event can be found at Founding Farmers Co. Catering & Events.
Bar & Beverage
Are there TVs in the bar area?
We have small televisions located in our bar area. However, they are not easily viewed from all parts of the bar and are not advisable for viewing sporting events.
Do you have bar seating?
Yes, we do.
Do you have happy hour?
All of our DC-area restaurants will now be serving Happy Hour.
Every Monday through Friday, join us for Happy Hour from at any of our DMV locations.
Happy Hour is available during the following times:
Founding Farmers DC: 3:30pm-5:30pm (bar area only)
Founding Farmers Tysons: 3:30pm-6pm
MoCo’s Founding Farmers: 3:30pm-6pm
Founding Farmers Alexandria: 3:30pm-6pm
Founding Farmers Reston Station: 3:30pm-6pm (bar area only)
Founding Farmers Fishers & Bakers: 3:30pm-5:30pm
Founding Farmers & Distillers: 3:30pm-6pm (bar area only)
Our Happy Hour menus vary slightly by location, but include craft cocktails, Highballs, beer, and wine, plus a generous range of our guest favorite snacks. For more details, check out our happy hour menus.
Brunch
Do you have bottomless brunch drinks?
We have a festive brunch cocktail menu that includes flights of espresso martinis, mimosas, award-winning Bloody Mary’s, and more.
For your weekend brunch, do you have a buffet or a la carte menu service?
Please check our locations pages for each restaurant for the most up-to-date information on when and where we are providing our a la carte menus or our buffet brunch service, as well as where we are currently able to serve you — on our patios or in our dining rooms.
MoCo’s Founding Farmers – A la Carte Breakfast/Brunch Menu with full service.
Founding Farmers DC – A la Carte Breakfast/Brunch Menu with full service.
Founding Farmers & Distillers — Our Farmers Market Buffet Brunch Menu is available, as well as A la Carte Breakfast/Brunch Menu with full service.
Founding Farmers Alexandria – A la Carte Breakfast/Brunch Menu with full service.
Founding Farmers Tysons – Farmers Market BUFFET Brunch Menu.
Founding Farmers Reston Station – Our Farmers Market BUFFET Brunch Menu with our A la Carte Breakfast/Brunch Menu available in our bar area on Saturdays and most weekday holidays.
Founding Farmers King of Prussia – Our Farmers Market BUFFET Brunch Menu is available for our indoor diners seated upstairs. We have an a la carte weekend breakfast/brunch menu for our street-level cafe tables, reservable through “experiences” on OpenTable.
Founding Farmers Fishers & Bakers — Our Farmers Market Brunch Menu is available indoors.
Desserts & Celebrations
Can I bring in my own cake?
Yes, we love celebrations! Cakes, cupcakes, or pies may be brought into the restaurant, however there is a $2 per person dessert fee for every person in your party when doing so, regardless of who is having or not having dessert.
Can I order a whole cake?
We wish you would! Yes, you can order one of our original recipe, made-from-scratch, whole cakes & pies online here. When ordering whole pies, cakes, and cheesecakes, please allow 36 hour advance notice. If you’re within that window, call us to see if we can accommodate. Whole desserts are not available through third party online platforms.
Do you offer a free dessert for a birthday or some other type of celebration?
We are not able to provide a free dessert for celebrations but when making a reservation, you can pre-order a special dessert from the menu for the guest of honor and we can provide an acknowledgement of the celebration.
How may I purchase gift cards?
Founding Farmers gift cards go beyond enjoying a great meal. Our gift cards make the perfect gift for anyone in your life who loves getting together with friends and family over a delicious food & drink.
Purchase a Founding Farmers gift card for your loved ones today.
Our gift cards CAN be used for:
- Dining in all of our restaurants
- Purchasing our merchandise in person, such as The Founding Farmers Cookbook, our Founding Farmers Coffee, and our Founding Farmers Chocolate. You can also use our gift cards in person to purchase Founding Spirits from our DC distillery plus our DC restaurants.
- Online ordering for pick up and delivery through our website: https://www.wearefoundingfarmers.com/order-food-to-go-delivery/
Our gift cards CANNOT be used for:
- Ordering from third party platforms, such as UberEats, DoorDash, and GrubHub.
- Purchasing our merchandise online to ship, including The Founding Farmers Cookbook or Founding Spirits.
- Our special holidays at home programs (meals that can pre-ordered for reheating at home), such as: Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Eve, Valentine’s Day, Easter, and Mother’s Day.
Do you cater?
Yes. Founding Farmers Co. Catering & Events can provide full service catering, delivery and pick up catering that can be ordered directly online, private chef diners, and event planning. With years of experience rooted in restaurant hospitality, we have the expertise and bandwidth to help you create events that are easy, frictionless, and fun to plan from start to finish. Our catering menus are not limited to our restaurant food & drink but can be tailored to your event and your budget. As with our restaurants, everything is made from scratch with ingredients thoughtfully sourced from farmers and suppliers we know and trust.
Complete details on our catering services and how to collaborate with us for your next event can be found at Founding Farmers Co. Catering & Events.
Do you have holiday meals?
Yes, we are open 365 days a year, and we have multiple ways to spend your holidays with us. We’d love to host you around our tables and help make your holiday special. You can easily make a reservation through our website and, depending on the holiday, we often have special menus to enjoy in our restaurants and at home, including heat & eat holiday meals, hot, ready-to-eat holiday meals, and prix fixe menus. Check our menus pages for detailed offerings.
Where do I find reheating & cooking instructions for my holiday meal?
Reheating and cooking instructions for our holiday meals can be found on most of our packaging, as well as here: https://www.wearefoundingfarmers.com/reheat/. This page will be updated as we get close to each holiday.
Food
Is your brunch buffet or a la carte?
We have an expansive a la carte brunch menu with an array of selections from our breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert menus.
Can you accommodate specific food allergies (nuts, dairy, gluten, seafood, etc.)?
Yes, in most cases. Our servers and chefs are trained to address food allergies and can offer menu variations. However, if you have a life-threatening food allergy which can be triggered by cross-contact, our restaurant may not be right for you—we cook almost everything from scratch and therefore the avoidance of cross-contact is not something we can guarantee with 100% certainty. If you have an allergy of this severity, please call ahead to discuss with us, as we may determine it is safest you dine elsewhere. For non-cross contact allergies, we kindly request that you provide your server with any allergy or dietary concerns before you order, and your server will help you select an item that does not contain your allergen; we will not remove an allergen from dish as that can lead to errors, but we will absolutely help you select the best dish for you.
Do you have a kids menu?
One of the best things about our menu is that we try to offer a little something for every taste bud out there. We have many “kid-approved” items on our regular menus, and our service team is happy to help you choose the best item for the children in your party.
Do you offer vegan and vegetarian options?
Our menus feature many vegetarian options, and our servers can recommend options for our vegan guests, making modifications whenever possible. Please be sure to mention any dietary concerns to your server.
What kind of food do you serve?
Founding Farmers is owned by more than 50,000 American family farmers of the North Dakota Farmers Union and is supplied daily by hundreds of family farms everywhere. We offer our versions of all-American and farmhouse classics with modern interpretations and preparations. Our focus is to provide our guests with the freshest, highest quality ingredients that have been grown and harvested, and then expertly prepared by our talented chefs from scratch every day. View our menus.
What time do you start serving lunch?
Weekdays, lunch service begins at 11am every day, and runs through the late afternoon; the lunch and dinner menu are the same. We serve an expansive a la carte brunch menu on Saturdays and Sundays and most weekday holidays. See menus page and hours for details.
Do you cater?
Yes. Founding Farmers Co. Catering & Events can provide full service catering, delivery and pick up catering that can be ordered directly online, private chef diners, and event planning. With years of experience rooted in restaurant hospitality, we have the expertise and bandwidth to help you create events that are easy, frictionless, and fun to plan from start to finish. Our catering menus are not limited to our restaurant food & drink but can be tailored to your event and your budget. As with our restaurants, everything is made from scratch with ingredients thoughtfully sourced from farmers and suppliers we know and trust.
Complete details on our catering services and how to collaborate with us for your next event can be found at Founding Farmers Co. Catering & Events.
Do you have holiday meals?
Yes, we are open 365 days a year, and we have multiple ways to spend your holidays with us. We’d love to host you around our tables and help make your holiday special. You can easily make a reservation through our website and, depending on the holiday, we often have special menus to enjoy in our restaurants and at home, including heat & eat holiday meals, hot, ready-to-eat holiday meals, and prix fixe menus. Check our menus pages for detailed offerings.
Where do I find reheating & cooking instructions for my holiday meal?
Reheating and cooking instructions for our holiday meals can be found on most of our packaging, as well as here: https://www.wearefoundingfarmers.com/reheat/. This page will be updated as we get close to each holiday.
Getting Here
Do you offer valet parking?
We do not offer valet parking at this time. There is a parking garage just behind the restaurant at 2575 Oakville St.
Where is the closest parking?
There are two hourly, self-park garages within one block of the restaurant – both are located at the intersection of Swann Ave. and Richmond Hwy. There is also a limited number of street parking options on the streets surrounding the restaurant.
We recommend using the hourly garage attached to the restaurant, located at 2575 Oakville St. On weekdays, we validate garage parking for up to 90 minutes from when we open to 4pm, and for 2 hours from 4pm-close. On Saturday and Sunday, we validate garage parking for up to 2 hours.
ALXAreaMap_FWhat is the closest metro stop?
On the Yellow/Blue Lines, the closest stop to Founding Farmers Alexandria is Potomac Yard. The restaurant is about a 9-minute walk from the Potomac Yard metro station. Exit towards Potomac Ave. Once at Potomac Ave. continue south for 0.2 miles and then turn right on Swann Ave.
Do you validate parking?
Yes, at our Alexandria location, we validate parking. On weekdays, we validate garage parking for up to 90 minutes from when we open to 4pm, and for 2 hours from 4pm-close. On Saturday and Sunday, we validate garage parking for up to 2 hours.
How well can Founding Farmers Alexandria accommodate someone with a disability?
All of our restaurants are well equipped to provide excellent hospitality for all of our guests. Please let us know if you have any access concerns or needs in dining with us. You can make note when making your online reservation, contact us in advance of your reservation, or let us know when you arrive.
Are there other Founding Farmers locations?
Yes, we hope you will visit all of the restaurants in our growing family. In making your plans, please note that each restaurant has different offerings, amenities, and operating times:
- Founding Farmers DC – Foggy Bottom, 1924 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC
- Founding Farmers & Distillers DC – 600 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC
- MoCo’s Founding Farmers – Park Potomac, Potomac, MD
- Founding Farmers Alexandria – 461 Swann Ave. Alexandria, VA 22301
- Founding Farmers Tysons – 1800 Tysons Blvd, Tysons II, Tysons, VA
- Founding Farmers Reston Station – 1904 Reston Metro Plaza Drive, Reston, VA
- Founding Farmers King of Prussia – 255 Main Street, King of Prussia, PA
- Founding Farmers Fishers Bakers – The Washington Harbour, Georgetown Waterfront, DC
What is the dress code?
We love it all!
Where is the restaurant located?
The restaurant is located at 461 Swann Ave., Alexandria, VA, 22301 at the corner of Swann Ave. and Richmond Highway, in the Oakville Triangle site development plan.
Reservations
Can I just arrive for a meal or do I need to make a reservation?
Reserve your table or come on in. Our full menus are available for weekday breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.
How well can Founding Farmers Alexandria accommodate someone with a disability?
All of our restaurants are well equipped to provide excellent hospitality for all of our guests. Please let us know if you have any access concerns or needs in dining with us. You can make note when making your online reservation, contact us in advance of your reservation, or let us know when you arrive.
Are there other Founding Farmers locations?
Yes, we hope you will visit all of the restaurants in our growing family. In making your plans, please note that each restaurant has different offerings, amenities, and operating times:
- Founding Farmers DC – Foggy Bottom, 1924 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC
- Founding Farmers & Distillers DC – 600 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC
- MoCo’s Founding Farmers – Park Potomac, Potomac, MD
- Founding Farmers Alexandria – 461 Swann Ave. Alexandria, VA 22301
- Founding Farmers Tysons – 1800 Tysons Blvd, Tysons II, Tysons, VA
- Founding Farmers Reston Station – 1904 Reston Metro Plaza Drive, Reston, VA
- Founding Farmers King of Prussia – 255 Main Street, King of Prussia, PA
- Founding Farmers Fishers Bakers – The Washington Harbour, Georgetown Waterfront, DC
Can I add my name to the wait list over the phone?
Unfortunately, we cannot take names over the phone for the wait list. To be fair to all guests, if you are unable to make a reservation, then you must arrive in person to put your name on the wait list.
Do you have a cancellation policy?
No, we do not have a cancellation policy. We take all reservations in good faith, that our guests will inform us at the earliest possible convenience if a cancellation or change in party size is necessary. So, if you have a change, please let us know!
How can I make a reservation?
We love reservations! Grab a reservation here at any time. This tool reflects the availability of tables and seating times with 100% accuracy. It is the fastest and easiest way to book with us. You may also call us at (703) 594-1445.
How long is the grace period if I’m running late for my reservation?
We get it, stuff happens. We offer a grace period of 15 minutes. If you arrive after the 15-minute grace period, even with a phone call, you may be subjected to the wait list simply to be fair to all of our guests.
What is the dress code?
We love it all!

Getting Here
BY CAR/PARKING
There is an hourly, self-park garage located at 2575 Oakville St. On weekdays, we validate garage parking for up to 90 minutes from open-4pm, and 2 hours from 4pm-close. We validate garage parking for up to 2 hours on Saturday and Sunday. There are also a limited number of street parking options surrounding the restaurant.
BY METRO
On the Yellow/Blue Lines, the closest stop to Founding Farmers Alexandria is Potomac Yard. The restaurant is about a 9-minute walk from the Potomac Yard metro station. Exit towards Potomac Ave. Once on Potomac Ave. continue south for 0.2 miles and then turn right on Swann Ave.
BY BUS
The #34 Bus stops directly in front of the restaurant at stop: Richmond Hwy SB and E Swann Avenue OR Richmond Hwy NB & E Swann Ave.
FROM RONALD REAGAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (DCA):
Take George Washington Memorial Pkwy to W Abingdon Dr. in Alexandria
Take Slaters Ln to US-1 N
Turn right onto US-1 N
Turn left onto Swann Ave and the restaurant will be on your left
FROM CRYSTAL/PENTAGON CITY:
Head west on S Hayes St toward S Hayes St
Turn right onto S Fern St
Turn left onto 23rd St S
Turn right onto US-1 S
Turn right onto Swann Ave and the restaurant will be on your left
FROM SHIRLINGTON:
Get on N Quaker Ln/Shirlington Cir from 31st St S
Use the right lane to merge onto N Quaker Ln/Shirlington Cir
Take Martha Custis Dr to W Glebe Rd
Continue on W Glebe Rd to Swann Ave
Turn right onto Swann Ave and the restaurant will be on your left
FROM NATIONAL HARBOR, MD:
Get on I-495 S/I-95 S from National Harbor Blvd
Follow I-495 S/I-95 S and US-1 N to Swann Ave in Alexandria
Turn left onto Swann Ave and the restaurant will be on your left
FROM OLD TOWN, ALEXANDRIA:
Head north on N Fairfax St toward Queen St
Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Queen St
Turn right onto George Washington Mem Pkwy/N Washington St
Turn left onto Powhatan St
Turn left onto Slaters Ln
Turn right onto US-1 N
Turn left onto Swann Ave
ALXAreaMap_FAccessibility
All our restaurants are well equipped to provide excellent hospitality for all our guests. Please let us know if you have any access concerns or needs in dining with us. You can make a note when making your online reservation, contact us in advance of your reservation, or let us know when you arrive.
Located in the just off city of Alexandria’s Richmond Hwy, Founding Farmers Alexandria is one level with a dining room, full bar, and restrooms. We offer validated parking in a self-park garage located next to the restaurant, at 2575 Oakville St. On weekdays, we validate garage parking for up to 90 minutes from open-4pm, and 2 hours from 4pm-close. We validate garage parking for up to 2 hours on Saturday and Sunday. The Potomac Yard metro station is a 9-minute walk, and two bus stops are within walking distance of the restaurant.