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    Don Pollo

    3.8 (185 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 8:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Half chicken with two sides
    Jeff B.

    We've come here a number of times and the chicken and bowls have been consistently good. Today, I got a half chicken with two sides - cole slaw and roasted vegis. My partner got the quarter chicken with mashed potatoes and roasted vegis. We ordered and got ice water from the large container always available near the register. Shortly after we sat down, our food arrived. (Quicker than normal. It can take a bit if you order a bowl or if the place is crowded. Today it was not busy). The food looked good as it was presented to us. Each meal came with a container of two sauces each - one mild and one spicy. The chicken was cooked well and was nice and juicy. The Cole slaw was good, as were the mashed potatoes. We both thought that some of the vegis (in particular, the broccoli) was overly salty. The vegis brought down what would have been an almost perfect chicken meal. Well orepared, nice, meaty pieces of chicken, large and tasty sides. Just a bit heavy on the salt on the vegis. I'm not going to ding them for the saltiness - some people like that. Overall, a delicious and filling meal. The place is comfortable. Large wooden tables, each table with plastic cutlery in a container and a spool of paper towels. (Things can get messy either way the chicken.). This doesn't happen every time, but our table was bussed by a person I assumed was a manager. Other times, we were invited to leave the plates and trays at the table when we left. The staff here is generally cordial and helpful.

    Single Beef Empanada Single Chicken Empanada
    Nishat A.

    (5/5) The Gaithersburg Don Pollo is my go-to spot! I always order 3 beef and 3 chicken empanadas with the green sauce -- it's my favorite combo, and honestly, it never gets old. The empanadas are crispy, flavorful, and super satisfying. I've also tried the fried rice -- it's definitely on the salty side, but still really good and full of flavor. Makes a nice add-on if you're extra hungry. Quick service, consistent food, and that green sauce? Chef's kiss. Highly recommend if you're craving something quick and delicious. The seating inside is nice as well. Good environment

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    Xavier I.

    Tuesday 7/9/2024 I made an in-person order for takeout and the service was decent. I got a whole chicken with 2 sides (fried rice & plantains) $28.95 and a beef empanada $3.50. - The chicken was solid but I've had had better from others Peruvian spots. - the yellow sauce was my favorite as it was mild and flavorful. The green sauce was more on the spicier & tangier side which I wasn't a fan of. - the sweet fried plantains were made pretty well but I just wish they were a bit softer instead of harder cause that's how I like them. - The fried rice was underwhelming, bland, and mediocre. Tip: add the yellow sauce to it and witness a tasty combination. - the beef empanada was a small, decent snack that went very well with the sauce that came with it. Overall, this is a cool spot but I couldn't see myself coming back as it's a step down from other places like Sardis for example but that's just me tho.

    Half chicken dark with yucca, rice and beans.
    Felipe N.

    Don P. Id always a solid choice for a lunch outing. This specific location delivers some of the fastest and most friendly service out there. Half chicken with yucca, rice, and beans is my go-to, but anything you get will be a good time. Great location with patio seating it offers a great atmosphere on a hot summer day. The only reason why this spot is not a 5 stars for me is because of consistency. The chicken is not always 5 out 5, but it will always be a good meal.

    Interior
    Nameeta M.

    What a great restaurant! We came here for the first time on a busy, rainy day and it was just what we needed. This place was fast casual but still had a hole-in-the-wall feel. You choose your drinks before ordering and they have a variety of international and regular drinks to choose from. The lady who took our order was very nice and explained the menu thoroughly, and we didn't go wrong by listening to her suggestions on what to get. There are a LOT of options on the menu, but we both did the 1/4 chicken + 2 sides because of all choices of sides (we did macaroni and cheese, plantains, chaufa, and fries as well as the cucumber salad) as well as a cheese and a chicken empanada. Everything was absolutely delicious - the chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sides were all tasty in their own way, and the 2 provided sauces were also flavorful. The restaurant itself was very clean and large, and the prices were very reasonable for the large amounts of food we got. We will certainly be coming here again!

    Dee D.

    While on our way to grab some burgers, we caught a whiff of delicious chicken and decided to check out this chicken spot. Upon entering, we were pleased by how clean the establishment was. We placed our order and decided to take it home. The chicken was cooked to perfection - it was tender, moist, and full of flavor. We also enjoyed the sides the Yucca, macaroni and cheese, black beans, rice, and fried plantains. The macaroni and cheese was creamy and moist, but it lacked a bit in terms of flavor. Along with that, we also ordered a cheese empanada and a beef empanada. Both of them were delectable. Initially, we weren't given our empanadas, but the person who took our order saw how quickly we were leaving and ran after us to make we came back to the counter fetched for the empanadas. We were impressed by the customer service and the speed at which our order was prepared. The place was also very clean. Overall, we had a great experience and would recommend it to others. I will definitely come back here.

    a meal in a styrofoam container
    Mara D.

    Chicken is always flavorful and never dry - when I go there. Their salads are delish and fresh. I wish the dressing container was a bit larger. Staff is friendly and the establishment is clean. Best time to go is around 11:30 :-)

    1/4 chicken White with 2 Sides
    tyler l.

    This Don Pollo is superior to the other locations I've been too, and possibly one of the best char broil chicken spots in the area. Their food options are better, more flavorful, and delivered hot quickly to your table. The menu here has items other Don Pollos don't, and the environment is a bit more refined. Worth a try.

    Mexican chicken rice, and beans more like beans

    The staff is very childish and very loud. The food is OK. There is more other places better just around.

    Quarter Pollo La Brasa with Chau fa (Peruvian ChInese Fried Rice ) with grilled vegetables. - A plate of roasted chicken, fried rice with peas, and sautéed mixed vegetables is shown on a wooden table, with small condiment bottles nearby.
    Vu L.

    This hails as the best Peruvian chicken and I stand corrected. This beats Picca now. Their price and flavor is the best in Montgomery county. Their yucca is crispy and fresh and their fried rice beats Picca. You all must try this different Don Pollo franchise as this is definitely the King of all Peruvian restaurants in Montgomery County, Maryland. Their chicken extremely flavorful and very juicy. They steam and grill their vegetables and butter it very very well. Just overall 5 stars.

    Whole chicken
    Jasmine G.

    What a hidden gem this is (to me at least). I usually go to Sardies and Crisp and Juicy but this spot? I always saw but never went to. I'm always at Best Buy and I always wanted to go in here and my first experience? Was great!!! My husband and I did a dinner date here and the vibe was so cute. Walked in and told the manager it was our first time and he gave us such outstanding customer service. I mean let alone the FOOD? was so good! I actually like this place better than the first two restaurants I mentioned. Lol!!! We did the whole chicken and 4 sides and the friend rice was our favorite. The rice and bean were ok but the green beans? So delicious!!! The chicken was so good as well and the sauces are so tasty too! Definitely my new found favorite place to get charbroiled chicken.

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    A fresh change from the usual. The chicken was delicious, vegetables were not overcooked. Def will eat here again.

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    Thank you, Nameeta, for your recommendation!

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    The best chicken in or near Gaithersburg area! We get carry out from Don Pollo at least once a week!

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    Antojitos - Chimichanga entree and a side of plantains.

    Antojitos

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    Okay first things first, I'll say the food is AMAZING here!! Came with my boyfriend looking for…read moresome late night food and this was the only thing that wasn't fast food open late. It was JUMPIN' this night! It was a Saturday - they had a DJ, waitresses dressed in matching outfits, and it was packed in there. Disco lights went crazy. Somehow we were able to get a table and sat down to order food. We thought we could get good margaritas here but the only flavor they offered was lime unfortunately. Our food took a really long time to come out but when it did, omg it was worth the wait. It was hot and you could tell everything was fresh and quality. Side note: knowing Spanish will help a lot when coming here. It's a mainly Spanish speaking establishment. Luckily, I'm Latina so I could communicate with the waitress once I noticed her English wasn't strong. All in all, this is a good spot for good Mexican food and late night food. I just give it 4 stars for the lack of cocktails...they didn't have a lot of what showed on the menu (pina coladas, etc.) and for the long wait for food when most people were just drinking at the bar.

    Last month my son and I were in Midlothian for a soccer tournament. Between games his cell phone…read morescreen broke and we found a little repair shop in Midlothian. While waiting to get it fixed we Found Antojitos, a little Mexican cantina in an older strip mall. It was early aftternoon, and there were several groups of men and families eating and drinking. I sensed that they had been there for awhIle, and intended to stay longer, as if this www how they usual spent their Saturday afternoons. Scanning the menu for something interesting my eyes caught the word Mondongo. Reading the menu details ( in Spanish only) I conFirmed that this was a rich tripe stew. I think my son had a steak and egg burrito. Our meals took a while to arrive. Maybe 20 mInutes. The Mondongo was served in a large bowl. The rich orange broth was brimming with large chunks of glistening honeycomb tripe. I Waac also thrilled to encounter chunks of cartilaginous knuckle bones, and a medley or recognizable and non recognizable fruits and vegetables. First, the broth. It was rich with Umami suggesting hours of boiling down pigs feet and knuckle bones. It had a tomato background, but also tasted of pumpkin, and even roasted pumpkinseeds. There was a hint of masa harina reminiscent of tamales. I couldn't identify the other flavors, maybe star anise or allspice. There were big chunks of yuccaa, and plantain slices skin and all. There was some green, maybe chayote. But the Honeycomb Tripe. The three times washed washed cow's stomach was soft and soothing. For the FIRST TIME EVER, I enjoyed a bowl of stomach without any odor or flavor of offal. I keep trying without success to replicate that recipe. Fortunately we have another soccer tournament in two weeks. I'll be back. Jim L

    The Nibbler - Storefront

    The Nibbler

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    The best Peruvian food in the area at really good prices! You get large portions for much better…read moredeals than many other Peruvian restaurants in the area. I've only done takeout from the Nibbler, but it is just a small place in a strip mall next to the Dunkin Donuts and Papa John's. It doesn't have frills or look fancy inside, but that's not what you're here for. You're here for good af Peruvian food and that's what you'll get. My husband and I still prefer the Nibbler over other fancier Peruvian places simply because their food tastes like home cooking, not food that just came out of the kitchen of a restaurant and you can't beat that. It's always consistent, always quick, and the staff are very friendly and willing to answer any questions you have.

    It's been way too long and today I had to make a return but this time I placed my order thru…read moreDoorDash for pickup. The app is so easy to use and it even gives you updates on your order which is perfect! I had to try something different this time and based on I seen on the reviews the choice was easy plus I figured why not also add dessert too. GRILLED SALMON w. RICE & FRENCH FRIES OMGGGG this was beyond amazing and filling. The salmon seemed to be flattened then grilled which is unique but no complaints. I added onions, avocado, rice and fries which were a good balance of flavor and different textures. At the last minute I added red beans and oh my this was so delicious and gave rice the juice it needed. I savored EVERY last bite, this was a huge portion and to be honest can be shared (I personally rather save some for later since I refuse to share this amazing food). Oh I forgot, I finally tried this Green Sauce & when I tell you this sealed the deal Mmmmm yummy!!! I'm so mad I took so long to try this sauce but going forward I'm getting it lol. BANANA TRES LECHE This right here is the TRUTH!!! OhMyGoodness this was extremely amazing. I'm not a huge banana fan but this cake was delightful. From the instant smells of cinnamon and banana to the extremely moist banana and milk infused cake, this is definitely a MUST HAVE!!!! So good, I'm beyond shocked and grateful for this. I'm definitely coming back for more. Customer service was and still is AMAZING! My order was ready when I got there and the last assisted me with pleasure. I recognize the warm welcoming and embrace and so grateful for it. Place was beautiful and clean, like I've say before, it has a house feeling and so intimate. Overall, this place has my heart and should have yours too!

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