March 8, 2025 Food

Celebrate Your Graduate at Founding Farmers

After years of hard work, late nights studying, and countless sacrifices, your graduate has finally reached this momentous milestone. At Founding Farmers Restaurant Group, we believe academic achievement deserves to be celebrated with exceptional food & drink in a warm and welcoming setting. Whether you’re looking for the best restaurant for a post-graduation lunch or dinner or need a private dining space for a large graduation party, we have the perfect spot to honor your graduate.  

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From Our Farmers to Your Celebration 

As a farmer-owned restaurant group, we understand the dedication required to nurture growth, whether it’s in the sprawling fields of North Dakota or in our children’s education. That’s why we’re one of the top restaurants for graduation celebrations in the DC-area and the Philly suburbs. We honor your graduate’s journey with the same care we put into cultivating our ingredients, offering scratch0made meals and handcrafted drinks that make every occasion special. 

Accommodating Celebrations of Every Size 

Whether you’re planning an intimate family dinner or hosting a large group graduation party, our restaurants offer flexible seating arrangements,  private dining rooms at select locations, and group-friendly spaces. We accommodate graduation parties of all sizes, ensuring your celebration is both special and stress-free. 

Celebrations Around the Clock 

No matter when your graduation ceremony ends or when family arrives in town, our doors are open 365 days a year with options to satisfy every schedule: 

  • Weekday breakfast to start the big day right 
  • Lunch gatherings between ceremony and photos 
  • Elegant dinner celebrations 
  • Weekend brunch for a relaxed family gathering 
  • Evening cocktails and champagne toasts 

Carrot Cake is a Founding Farmers signature made with rich cream cheese icing - best dessert in the DMV and King of Prussia PA

Sweet Achievements 

What’s a graduation celebration without something sweet? Our handmade desserts have become beloved graduation traditions for many families. Graduates consistently choose our signature, scratch-made desserts, including: 

  • Crème Brûlée Cheesecake: A decadent fusion of two classic desserts 
  • Butterscotch Bread Pudding: Warm, comforting, and perfect for sharing 
  • Carrot Cake: A Founding Farmers signature made with rich cream cheese icing  

And many more house-made desserts featuring fresh, high-quality ingredients to make your celebration even sweeter! 

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Bringing the Celebration Home 

For those preferring to celebrate graduation at home, our full service catering company, Founding Farmers Co. Catering & Events, offers a range of flexible catering options, including: 

  • Full service catering with staff, setup, and cleanup 
  • Convenient drop off catering for graduation parities, perfect for self-service gatherings 
  • Comprehensive event planning and design, including venue recommendations and rentals 

Our catering team specializes in customizable menus, dietary accommodations, and seamless event execution, making it easy to host a memorable graduation party at home or at a private venue.   

Book Your Celebration Today 

Graduation season is one of the busiest times of the year at our restaurants, and reservations fill quickly! Reserve today to secure your preferred date, time, and location.  

Congratulations to the Class of 2025 from all of us at Founding Farmers Restaurant Group! We look forward to celebrating this special achievement with you.

June 4, 2025
Food

Alexandria’s New Favorite Patio Has Arrived at Founding Farmers

After an amazing first few months serving the Alexandria community, we’re excited to announce that our patio is officially open for the season! Located in the heart of Potomac Yard, our outdoor seating is the perfect spot to enjoy breakfast, lunch, weekday happy hour, dinner, or weekend brunch.

May 28, 2025
Drink, Food

Our House-Churned Ice Cream

What Makes Founding Farmers Ice Cream the Best? The best part about our house-churned ice cream may not be how incredibly delicious it is… well, actually, that is the best part… but the next best part is what goes into our handcrafted ice cream.

May 23, 2025
Food

Summer Salads That Celebrate the Season

As temperatures rise and the days grow longer, there’s nothing quite like a refreshing, nutrient-packed salad to satisfy your hunger without weighing you down. At Founding Farmers, we’re proud to bring you the best summer salads in the DMV and greater Philly area, crafted with ingredients harvested at their peak from farmers we personally know and trust. 

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