Fried Food Fans Are Happy Founding Farmers Found Its Way to Reston | Eater DC

"I found the Reston outpost of Founding Farmers (1904 Reston Metro Plaza Drive) offers the chain’s familiar roster — specialty doughnuts (some reviewers call them among the best they’ve ever had), house-made ice cream including a boozy corn-flake-and-whiskey vanilla flavor that one diner warned is “more whiskey than anything,” locally distilled spirits, gourmet burgers, and fried chicken with or without waffles. Reviewers rave that the breakfast burrito was cheap and delish and some call the mac and cheese “to die for,” though others note inconsistency and an overly al dente texture on repeat visits. Opinions on the fried chicken are split: the breading was praised while one guest found the meat incredibly dry, yet another said the fried chicken-and-doughnut plate was “probably the best chicken” they’ve had since moving from Louisiana and could make this a twice-a-week spot. The poke bowl impressed as “super amazing,” while the shrimp and grits arrived overcooked and dry compared to the Tysons location. Service impressions vary — some diners praised polite staff and quick service and recommended the spot for dates or hangouts with an “endless” menu, while others warned of long brunch waits (reservations advised) and reported to-go orders arriving cold after long delays. The decor is described as gorgeous and comfortable, and the cocktails were called amazing and interesting." - Tierney Plumb