Kenya M.

I was in a meeting where some of the sandwiches from this place were served for lunch. So good. So when I need a spot for a meeting downtown immediately thought of this place. I was not disappointed. Parking sucks but at least there's a small lot close by.

George M.

I love everything they make, especially the iced latte! Cute store in an old building. Great vibe and ambiance. Kind people with great service!

Ellen F.

Mouthwatering food! My Mom and brother work in the city and this is our new favorite lunch spot when I come to visit. We love their chili and their wraps. I can't wait to try all the things on their menu. The employees are nice and the place is always clean and inviting.

Roshan R.

We had a craving for panini and have been meaning to check this place out for quite some time. We went during lunchtime on a weekday. The place was pretty packed and I guess they get a lot of take-out orders on phone and hence, the service was a little slow. Be prepared to wait. The rod chicken paninis (weekly special) was very good. I would give it 4/5. The bread at the bottom was very soggy and just didn't hold. But it tasted good. The herb veggie panini was unseasoned. It had a lot of potential though. I would give it 3/5. I thought the menu was a bit overpriced. The staff definitely seemed overwhelmed by the number of orders and I feel for them. They were young and as quick as they could be.

Megan C.

Stopped by Founders today to grab a quick lunch and can't believe I've never been before! What a special place. My favorite part: the menu! It was so difficult to choose what to order due to the options. Salads, soups, quiche, hot & cold sandwiches, wraps, cookies, coffee and MORE! I did not find this place difficult to find. It is right on Fitzhugh and you enter to clear signage as to where to go. I am looking forward to going back during the non-COVID times, when there's more time to take in the sights and sit and enjoy the fun ambiance. I went with the chicken salad sandwich based on Taylor H's review, and she was right - the sammich was DELISH! Filled with fruits and veggies and the sandwich itself had a perfect amount of field greens. I also wanted to try the butternut squash soup that was on special, which is always a gamble since there's such differences from one bnut soup to the next. This is definitely a thicker, earthier version of the soup, but clearly made fresh and seasoned perfectly. Staff is young and seemed overwhelmed during my visit today, but I can only imagine how stressful the lunch rush can get in this area...WITHOUT a pandemic and new restrictions in place. I can't wait to try more items (including the veggie panini!) in the very near future.

Max K.

SO DELICIOUS! Founders knows how to do veggie sandwiches! Beautifully seasoned, not soggy, nice variety of veggies, I wouldn't change a thing. They have a nice variety on their menu. Went with my BF who is not really a veggie lover or a huge fan of food that is 'not a hamburger' and he easily found something on the menu and he agreed this place is awesome! Founders is on my top list for lunch time meet ups. Delish!!!

Sarah S.

Are you ever just in the mood for a wholesome, satisfying sandwich? This place fulfills my cravings every single time. It's a small place, locally owned, with super fresh ingredients. The food is indescribable--I've gotten all of my coworkers to order from here at some point and they've all loved it. This place makes me look forward to lunch every day. The first thing I tried from here was a banh mi sandwich. I am super picky about my banh mi's, but they definitely nailed it! Everything was super fresh, all the pickled veggies were very crunchy, and the sriracha aoli was the PERFECT finish. Next, I decided to try the thanksgiving sandwich, which is made with a healthy portion of turkey, mashed potatoes, and stuffing each. It is also topped with a delectable cranberry aoli that really brings me back to the holidays! I was concerned that the heavy filling would made the sandwich somewhat soggy, but it actually held up really well. I ordered it again later that week, because it was really that good. I decided to spice it up by trying the Jambon et fromage (ham and cheese) sandwich, because who doesn't love cheese? The balance of flavors between the ham and the Brie, along with Dijon and crisp apples was simply amazing!! The latest sandwich I've tried is the Philly cheesesteak sandwich, topped with peppers and onions. Imagine a delicious steak dinner smothered in onions & peppers, but stuffed into high quality bread and topped with melty, warm cheese. So. Good. In addition to amazing food and fresh ingredients, they offer free delivery. Also amazing customer service!

Mark P.

I downtown gem, worth the walk to find this cloistered full service cafe nestled inside a gorgeous historic location. Always friendly service, the menu has some creative and delicious breakfast and lunch combinations. If you find yourself downtown looking for a bite you can't go wrong.

Elizabeth R.

Very solid lunch place- we will be back for more!! In an attempt to be healthy-ish, I got the roasted veggie panini (and added provolone cheese) and was pleased to find it's everything you could want out of a veggie panini. The crispy bread, the delicious veggies, the gooey cheese. Would I order it again? Yes. But next time I will probably try something new from their extensive menu of mouth-watering options. My fiance had a yummy meatball sandwich and also a hot chocolate- lovely. We were both excited about our meals and look forward to returning. The staff deserve a shout-out for the prompt and pleasant service. And we enjoyed the more urban, historical charm of their building and interior. I loved reading a blurb of history on our table number. It's the little things! So my official recommendation is to go try it out- it's worth it!