Someone at work recommended Honeymoon Chicken to me, and let me tell you--they were SPOT ON!…read moreI stopped in with a friend for a late lunch on a Friday afternoon, and I literally ate everything on my plate. The seasoning was on point, and the chicken was perfectly crispy on the outside and deliciously tender inside. And that roll?! It tasted like a sweet Hawaiian roll on steroids. SO good! The sides were equally amazing and definitely held their own. I don't know exactly how Honeymoon Chicken got its name, but after eating this chicken, I can absolutely see how it could put you in that honeymoon phase. It was THAT good! I'll definitely be back for more.

We stopped by Honeymoon Chicken in DC and really enjoyed the food. We ordered the Honey Butter…read moreLobster Sliders and the fried chicken with the Red Hot Dust, and everything was seriously delicious. The Red Hot Dust was especially good, and I loved that they have both fried chicken and lobster options on the menu. That said, the service was unfortunately disappointing during our visit. We received the wrong side sauce and had to ask for water, plates, silverware, and napkins. I also wanted to add a couple more things to our order, but it took so long for someone to come back around that we eventually just gave up on adding them. It felt like we had to repeatedly ask for basic things throughout the meal, which took away from what could have been a really great dining experience. Overall, I would come back for the food because it was genuinely amazing, but I hope the service improves because the food definitely deserves better hospitality.

Quick service and the food is really top notch. Love how…read moretheir slaw is not mayo based- lighter, crunchier. They have some seating inside, but have signs up limiting you to 30 minutes so it's definitely meant to scarf down your goodies and bop outta there. Liked the coleslaw and chicken, hot was good and actually fairly hot! Honey mustard drizzle to add a little oomph definitely the move.

One of my favorite chicken spots in the DMV has to be Roaming Rooster on U Street. While this…read morelocation is my personal favorite, you really can't go wrong with any of their locations across DC, Maryland, and Virginia. This Black-owned restaurant has built a reputation for serving some of the best fried chicken sandwiches in the area, and after one visit, it's easy to understand the hype. The Honey Butter Chicken Sandwich deserves every bit of praise it gets -- perfectly crispy chicken, soft bread, and that sweet/spicy balance that keeps you coming back. The OG Nashville sandwich is another standout if you like heat with real flavor behind it. Their tenders are always juicy, the fries are seasoned well, and the Rooster Sauce should honestly be bottled and sold separately. Breakfast is also severely underrated here. The honey butter biscuit and chicken biscuit are easily some of the best breakfast sandwiches in DC. What I appreciate most is the consistency. The chicken is always fresh, crispy, and cooked to order. Portion sizes are generous, and even online reviewers constantly mention how flavorful the sandwiches are and how the fries alone can feed multiple people. The DMV definitely supports this place for a reason. Reddit threads regularly call it one of the best chicken sandwich spots in DC, with people saying the Honey Butter sandwich is "life changing" and even comparing it favorably against national chains. If you're visiting U Street and craving comfort food done right, Roaming Rooster absolutely deserves a stop.

I consider myself a donut aficionado, so this is 100% a must-visit when you're in DC. Don't quote…read moreme, but I think there are a couple locations around the city (plus a food truck) and they all run the same menu. I always go for the classic vanilla glazed donut, a chicken sandwich with a little kick of hot sauce, and an OJ from the fridge. It's filling without making you feel sluggish after. Solid spot if you're a food influencer and need another DC stop to add to the list.

Known for their specialty donuts, Astro also does fried chicken and sandwiches. Their signature…read moreasteroid comes with a spicy fried chicken breast that is topped with lettuce, pickles, coleslaw and comeback sauce. I opted to have it on a cheddar biscuit that made the sandwich super heavy but 100% worth it. Their chicken was not dry and the coleslaw helped to balance out the richness. A good sandwich but be prepared to knockout right after.

Oooooh dat chicken that I had for lunch today was pretty good. I was out searching for another food…read moretruck, and then this place caught my attention. I was still a little hesitant until this nice woman came along and vouched for the food. I had no idea about what to order, but as soon as I saw her food come out I was sold. I told the guys to give me exactly what she had, which included a quarter chicken, corn, and potatoes. I got back up to my office and enjoyed all of it. The chicken was well done and well seasoned, the corn was tasty, and the potatoes were better than what I was expecting. Can't really explain it but they were like roasted and mashed at the same time.. whatever it was it was great! Oh and that sweet orange sauce that they gave me took the chicken to another level. Insert fire emojis Lastly, the guys working the truck were some of the coolest food truck people that I've ever interacted with. Combine that with good food and you can def count on my coming back again.

Well...I meant to take a picture of my lunch. Really, I did. But...it was gone too fast…read more.. Today was my second time at Ooh Dat. Both times I've ordered the same thing - a quarter dark meat with one side. It comes with basmati rice (which you can sub out for a different side) and a choice of a salad, coleslaw, and corn. I've chosen the coleslaw both times - I find it so unique, with its cabbage and basil-like dressing. Definitely NOT your usual slaw. I will try the corn one of these days, though. On to the chicken - They give you a good amount of chicken and it is very, very juicy. I can't comment about the skin (I don't eat the skin, I take it off...I know to some of you that's a sin!) but my co-workers have previously commented that it is nicely seasoned. They also provide you with a mild barbeque sauce, and today they gave me a new sauce, which was curry-based. It's slightly thicker than the barbeque sauce, which while it has good flavor, is a bit thinner (it complements, not overpowers, the chicken). I alternated between both sauces today. I have to also complement the owner/manager - I had exactly $8 in cash (keep forgetting about the taxes for food trucks!) so he let me go without paying the $.80, that was really nice of him. I'll be sure to give it back to him next time! Overall, a solid, filling meal, and I would return!

This colorful restaurant is located near the National Building museum and it was the perfect choice…read morefor lunch. I had the spicy miso ramen which was so good that we came back the next day to have more lol they also have a kids ramen which is perfect for the junior diners with you. Another favorite on our table was the curry snow chicken which got rave reviews ! We ordered extra of the rice with chicken drippings. Please note you can ask to make your food halal. Don't miss dining Here !

I would call this a standard good fried chicken! Crispy skin and juicy inside. The curry snow…read morechicken is similar to something you could find at a Korean fried chicken joint, but for someone who is not family with that this will be super unique. The Nashville chicken has some asian influences in the spices, but it could have been a bit more bold in flavor. The restaurant is a cool vibe, making you feel like you are in a cafeteria. When I went it was pretty busy, and they only had 2 servers working. I will say despite the stress they must've been under, the servers helped all the customers with speed and efficiency.

This fried chicken could actually rival that of local chicken sandwich chain Roaming Rooster. That…read morewas my first thought when I opened the box of my Honey Butter Buzz chicken sandwich. Eaten fresh at the gas station, the chicken was still steaming after I took my first few bites. I ordered it "spicy" and it was just the right level for me. Like Roaming Rooster's honey butter chicken sandwich, Nash and Smashed's also has cheese in it, which I think overpowered the honey butter oozing from the top of the chicken. The chicken itself, though, was delicious and juicy. I got a side of their creamy signature sauce in the bag, but I did not really need it since there was already plenty of sauce for me inside the sandwich. It probably would have gone well with their waffle fries had I gotten them. The sandwich alone was enough to fill me up. A big reason for me coming to Nash and Smashed was a 3.99 deal for the Oh My Thigh chicken sandwich that they advertised on their Instagram page. I was bummed to learn this location was not doing it. This gas station version of their menu didn't even have that chicken on it, so the worker had no idea what I was talking about. Just a warning if you see any deal on their social media page. There's stool seating on the side with a lovely view of the gas station and Connecticut Ave out the window. There was enough room for four to five people. Another comparison to Roaming Rooster, the chicken sandwich prices are a little cheaper than RR's. Only a few menu items sound similar, but Nash and Smashed has a larger selection of burgers, chicken buckets, sides, and drinks. FWIW some guys next to me raved about their hamburgers, especially the sauce.

Always bet on gas station food places…read more This is a halal fried chicken restaurant located in a nondescript Exxon, and I've always wanted to try while I get gas here. Opportunity arose when my friends who eat halal were looking for a place, and they all thought the fried chicken was really good. The fried chicken was really crispy and juicy. I wouldn't recommend the sides, and it did take a while for the food to come out, so I think the food is prepared to order, so not something you can get if you're just getting gas and want the food quickly. There is minimal bar seating inside as well. Support the local gas station restaurants!!!

The best chicken sandwich joint I've had in DC! The chicken is juicy, fresh and amazingly…read moredelicious. The medium is the right amount of spice for me and although spicy still very flavorful. This location is perfect for me!

I arrived at night and was hoping for a biscuit but that's a breakfast thing at the Rooster. My…read morefirst impression was a total dive but the dive was worth the jump. Great sandwich and super service. My Nashville Hot was a solid tasting sandwich with plenty of toppings. My son-in-law got the Chicken Club and we didn't do much talking during the meal. The venue is a street side neighborhood joint with two big gathering tables and maybe 6 small two top places to sit. It's small but the food hit us both in a big way. I'd definitely swing in again.

Great food and service . The manager is awesome she always takes time to stop by. I am visiting…read morefrom out of town and each time she has stopped by.

I was satisfied and totally sated! The server displayed impeccable customer service skills. The…read morefried chicken alone deserves a worthy mention to all of my acquainted foodies!

This was my first visit to Nando's in downtown DC. I ordered the half chicken with no sides, and…read moremedium spicy sauce. The chicken came out with blackened edges because of their preparation method. I don't prefer that taste, but others may. I did not find the sauce to be particularly spicy so I added the 'extra hot' sauce on the side, which helped to add more flavor. Surprisingly, the chicken breast was very moist, along with the thigh. The ambience is casual and relaxed. There are plenty circular or modular seats along with smaller tables along the back end of the restaurant. My biggest complaint was their restrooms. They have gender neutral restrooms; two stalls total. Both restrooms were in great need of cleaning with a LOT of bodily fluids all along the toilets and floors. Also, there was no option for hand towels, only an air blower to dry your hands, which is one of the most disgusting ways to dry freshly washed hands. I recommend either creating one male and one female stall instead of unisex because men and women have very different habits in the restroom. On the positive side, Carolina and Barian were quite helpful and kind. They made the overall experience better.

I visited Nando's PERi-PERi for dinner on July 8, 2026, around 7:00 p.m. with a group of eight. A…read morefew of us were first-time visitors, so after being seated, we waited for someone to take our order. Unfortunately, the hostess never mentioned that we needed to order at the counter. There was a sign, but it wasn't very noticeable when we walked in, so we completely missed it. A quick explanation when we were seated would have made a much better first impression. Once we realized how ordering worked, everyone went to the counter. I ordered last, but my meal was fairly simple: The Wingman (6 wings with PERi Chips and PERi-PERi ranch) plus a side of rice from the kids' menu. Everyone else received their food, ate, and finished before my order ever came out. To the staff's credit, one employee noticed I still hadn't been served and appeared to rush my order. When my food finally arrived, I was disappointed to find one of my six wings was so small and burnt that it wasn't edible (see photo). Some of the other chicken served to our table was also a little over-charred. On the positive side, I really enjoyed the lavender lemonade, and I liked the variety of PERi-PERi sauces available to customize the flavor and heat level. Overall, the experience had some service and food quality issues, but there were enough positives that I'd be willing to give Nando's another try. Hopefully, the next visit will be smoother.

The food is great, open LATE on H street. I got a jr. Sando combo but the (side of) coleslaw…read morespilled in my bag because the tops don't close.... Removed 2 stars ; Its as though the two workers who worked that evening also don't communicate with each other nor the customer unless spoken to. It's confusing because why have tablets to order if you won't check who just paid for it. I ordered on the tablet because there's a tablet to order and the man was using his computer. The order was made by the woman in the back. After 10 mins she bagged it up and walked away to start sweeping; no one even checked to see if it's mine despite being the only person in the store. Could be because I was talking on the phone but i literally paid .... so i left confused about why i have to prompt for service when im the only one there. The ambiance in there is nice but I wonder how they do when it's busy on H street.

It was cool. No one was there when I arrived. Cashier was friendly enough. I tipped but no…read moreoutstanding service however no complaints. Was a slow night for what it was worth. Seemed like direct competition for H&Chicken, which I absolutely LUV!