The good: staff was very kind, greeted us immediately and let me taste their signature sauce before I ordered. The red beans were delicious. The bad: the chicken had zero seasoning. It was 100% bland. I don't know if they're over relying on the sauces that come on the side but my husband and I both were shocked when we bit into the chicken. It truly had zero flavor. We both got the half bird dark meat. Unfortunately, the side of beans alone won't be enough to get me back. Parking: shared free lot read more

Was in the area and saw this place come up when looking for food! The service was welcoming and there are two Tv's inside with good seating. The ambiance was chill. I got the Chicken Tender Meal which was not too bad. Definitely satisfied my hunger, but there was no "wow" factor so pull me to come back. read more

Pepper Roost - Chicken Tenders Meal - Chicken Shop Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

This restaurant is fairly new to the Avondale Estates area. After passing this place a few times, I decided to come straight here after work. The ambience is clean, bright and very welcoming. I used the kiosk to place my order. I ordered the quarter bird with the Apple custard for dessert. I forgot to order a drink, but the owner was gracious enough to make a half limeade with sweet tea on the house. Everything was delicious! Needless to say, the great customer service makes me look forward to my next visit. read more

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Finally got to try this place after passing their sign for months waiting for them to open. They had a person working the front counter to answer questions, but you order from the kiosk. Decor was clean & minimal, a lot of seating. I got the mild tenders and mash w/ gravy for a side. Everything is made fresh to order, tenders were sitting on a slice of white bread with a pickle slice on each tender. Looked promising as the tenders a well-coated, but the flavor fell a little flat. I think if they had more salt to the mix, it would properly magnify the flavors on the chicken. I faintly tasted some sweetness and the mild was not hot. The tenders were a nice size. The mash potatoes were ok. The texture was too silky and was soupy when mixed with the gravy. Clearly boxed mashed, but the gravy was decent. I'm curious about the catfish sandwich, but not running back to try it. read more

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Honestly so good. Their motto for their chicken is crispy juicy bold and elevated and it is all 4 if those. Everything is made to order. This was probably the crispiest chicken I've ever had. The skin is so crisp but not burnt. The dark meat half chicken took 17 min to cook and they preface that before you order it. It was worth the wait because it was so fresh and juicy. The Sando can get messy, but it also it worth the mess. We got medium spice for both items and it wasn't too spicy. The Cajun fries were alright. I'd come back for their happy hour deal because it's so worth it. The staff was real nice too. They give free water too. read more

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Nice addition to the downtown Decatur area. Due to it raining cats and dogs I ordered DoorDash and it did not disappoint. The half chicken meal was very filling and reasonably priced. I opted for the medium spice just to stay on the safe side. One sauce came with it, I chose the rooster sauce. It puts you in the mind of a Zaxby's sauce, but better. I also opted for an additional sauce for .50, which was the house made ranch--delicious and fresh. Lastly, I chose the red beans for my side which was well seasoned and also good. Wishing they offered rice with the red beans, but that's not a negative and won't stop me from patronizing them. If you're in the area be sure to check them out. read more

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I visited on 1-10-2026. I initially was not even looking for this place on my radar. My mom asked me could I take her to her hair appointment so I did for the first time her beautician is at a new location because she used to be at the Kroger on memorial drive that closed down. The shop is literally next door to this place so I had to visit. The cashier is cool he took my order and explained some items to me.I tried the mild sandwich which is delicious! I'm really not a fan of spicy and hot in flavor food like that. I got the original basic sandwich with a side of tots. My sauce that I chose is the soy mix with honey mustard I believe. One of the best delicious chicken sandwiches I ever tasted. My compliments to the chef! Pull up and check them out. Definitely worth the trip you will not be disappointed. read more

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Went in at about 11:15, which is just after opening and the store was empty was the only customer and was actually order number 1. The space itself is nice. Not too big and well decorated, slight vintage appeal. But let's be honest we're here for the food not the decor; and the lack of any salt in the food is crazy. I ordered the Cajun fries thinking they would be "well seasoned" but it was just unsalted spicy seasoning!! The chicken was just spicy with a tiny sweetness but zero salt. Unless I missed the sign that stated salt your own food yall missed on seasoning. Thankfully on a whim i grabbed 2 salt packets on the way out but that barely took care of the fries. And the most diabolical part YALL GAVE ME THE BUTT END OF THE BREAD!!! I've ate a lot of food and cook a lot of food. Serving someone the but end is absolutely insane!!! After the 20+ mins | waited no one could get salt or a real slice of bread?!?! The "cook" claims it's delicious or he covers the meal. Well this meal was not delicious and after making not of that they don't reply. While you can't debate spice levels or preference no salt is no salt, and leaves the entire meal falling flat. Had I known the order time would have ordered in advance to dine in but made that mistake and had to take the food to go. I can't debate it was hot and freshly cooked. But that was where the satisfaction ended. Update. Refund was only offered after leaving a honest 2 star public review. Before leaving a public review they refused to reply on social media. Claiming they were not online when in fact they were active everyday because ig tells you when someone is online/or the last time they were. He also claimed it was due to new staffing that I had a poor experience yet it was there "chef" Patrick who was the only person in the kitchen. So the main chef delivered a poor experience not a new employee. After offering the refund he then used it as a bargaining chip/bribe and asked me to remove the review or update it with a higher rating for the $11 refund which instated I would not do because the poor experience was still accurate. Personal opinion is proceed with caution and expect to salt your own food. If you have a poor experience they will offer ample excuses instead of take accountability read more

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Really loved Pepper Roost! The food was fantastic, and I especially loved the homemade ranch--it was seriously so good. I also love supporting the fact that it's Vietnamese-owned, since that's where my family is from. Great food, great people, and definitely a place I'll be coming back to! read more

I Wish I had photographed this hot chicken Sando and catfish Sando because I never yelp food and didn't expect this to be such a life changing meal. 100% made with love and you could taste it in every bite. So good, so freaking good. Thank you!! read more

Pepper Roost - Hot Chicken Sando and Catfish Sando - Chicken Shop Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

We flew in on a Sunday and decided to stop by for a quick meal. It was outstanding. Both sandwiches and the fries were great. Great flavor and were cooked perfectly. We liked the place so much we decided to stop by on Tuesday since we were out late. Ordered similar food except at a higher heat level for my sandwich. 3/10 at best. The food took 30 mins to come out and we were the only people there. The sandwich had no heat and the chicken was lukewarm to the touch. Very different results. If they can get consistent results like Sunday the place would be amazing read more

Ordered the 3 wings combo and chicken tenders. Chicken was extra greasy and unseasoned. Like they just seasoned chicken after cooking it. Lastly worst lemonade ever. Had to request a side of sugar to drink it. read more

Good food. Decent price. I will be back. Gonna take advantage of the BOGO. Chicken was juicy and just the right spice. read more

Pepper Roost - The dinner deals - Chicken Shop Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

Pepper roost was soooo good. I can't recommend the rooster sauce enough. I ordered a three piece, medium spice chicken tender with double fries with rooster sauce and ranch. As a ranch lover, the ranch was good but what sold me was the rooster sauce. It was sweet and spicy without it being too peppery. I loved it sooo much. The tenders were also not too spicy for medium and so I think the spice levels are accurate. I got pick up and the service was fast. I also loved the theme inside the restaurant and it is a good place to dine in!! I will say one thing I would've loved is dill pickles and not bread and butter pickles but that's a preference. The fries were a little cold when I got home but I think if I were to dine in it would have been hot read more

Pepper Roost - Chicken tenders and fries - Chicken Shop Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

It just had its soft opening and we've already gone three times! Loved the catfish sandwich and the half chicken. Just beware that "hot" is really hot. So I can't imagine what the spice level above would be. Good service as well. read more

The BEST hot chicken sandwich in Atlanta! I love when the chicken sandwiches are hot and flavorful.

Zo, my server at the Decatur location did an amazing job providing exceptional service!

My colleagues and I went for lunch during the soft opening and we had a great meal. Ambiance: They did a really nice job on the buildout, it gave me modern metro station vibes. This used to be a Subway sandwich location and you would never be able to tell. They have both booths and tables, and we sat in a booth that could easily fit a party of 6. You can order on the kiosks or you can order with a staff member. There is a water station if you don't purchase a soft drink. They sell cans, no soda fountain. They have tv screens and they were playing 2010s alt rock. It was a vibe for sure. The staff member taking orders was super nice and friendly and gave really helpful tips and answers when we asked questions. Food: I opted to get a 2 tenders meal with cheese fries (.99 cent upgrade). They have bone in chicken quarters, half chickens, wings, tenders, 2 different kinds of chicken sandwiches, and a catfish sandwich. They have a very good range of spice levels to accommodate everyone, from no spice to flamin rooster (the hottest). I got the medium spice level and I would say it was a true medium. It was enough to create a small burn in my mouth and make my nose sniffly but my eyes did not tear up. I definitely want to try the hot next time. In addition to the cheese fries, the meal came with 4 sweet pickle slices, a cup of sauce, and a slice of white bread under the chicken to keep the breading crispy. The portions are VERY generous. These tenders were huge and I could see someone getting full off the cheese fries or chili cheese tots alone. The cheese fries were coated in a nacho cheese style sauce and had a little bit of kick to them. I was happy with the flavor and the amount of cheese, there were almost no dry spots but at the same time they weren't drowned. The pickles were nice and sweet and while I usually don't like pickles like these I thought they were very yummy and went excellently with the meal. The chicken tenders were huge and juicy. They weren't saucy, and they were a little sweet. You can tell that they are handmade and fresh for sure, these are not factory frozen par-cooked tenders that come out of a bag. I got a cup of the homemade ranch sauce and it was a nice refreshing taste, sweet and dill-forward. I think I will try the rooster sauce next time instead though. I ate all of my food and was totally stuffed. I am looking forward to returning soon and trying more of the food. My colleague got the chicken sandwich and it has slaw on it and it looks really good, but also I am interested in trying the catfish sandwich. Pepper Roost is a great and welcome addition into this area, and I recommend trying it out! read more

The chicken is big and juicy, the skin is flavorful and crunchy, and the sides are great, too. Prices and portions are reasonable, especially if you order a half chicken meal. Larger side portions would be nice, but overall an ideal local spot for take out or dine in. Much better in flavor and quantity than many nearby dinner options. The people who work there are helpful and easygoing. So far, it's my favorite interruption of the weekday leftovers. read more

I've been driving by almost every day since I moved back to Decatur in late August. "Pepper Roost." For a lover of hot chicken, it sounded promising. But would it be worth the long wait? Well, it has finally opened. IT WAS WORTH THE WAIT. Delicious, perfectly seasoned, with your choice of heat. I choose chicken and a fish sandwich. I had the sandwich for lunch. It was moist, perfectly seasoned and cooked just right. I had the beans as a side. They were wonderful as well. I saved the chicken for dinner. It was as good - in fact, I think better - as any chicken I've ever had at Hattie B's. This is one happy, heat loving, southern boy. Can't wait to eat here again. Tomorrow? Five Stars across the board. read more

Wonderful establishment, nice people, made fresh to order.. Wonderful establishment, nice people, made fresh to order..

I came during the soft opening so the selection was limited. Loved the hot 3 piece wing combo meal with sweet & spicy dipping sauce!! Chef was amazing!! Definitely think this place if managed well can be one of the best chicken restaurant in the area. read more

Tried Pepper Roost and it didn't disappoint. As someone who frequently eats hot chicken, I cannot express how hot the "hot" is. There are two levels above and I cannot imagine the heat. Would recommend! read more

Pepper Roost - Tenders (hot) - Chicken Shop Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

Come welcome Pepper Roost during their Grand Opening. Downtown in the middle of the new and improved Avondale Estates. Across from the *affle *ouse. I had the most delicious chicken tenders battered and cooked to order. Friendly as can be, bright, spotless, good music. I'll be back soon. read more

Pepper Roost - Chicken Tenders & Tots - Chicken Shop Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

If you like hot fried chicken you have to try this spot. Not like Nashville hot, not like Korean fried, not buffalo hot -- this is something totally different and absolutely addictive. The chicken is fried to order and come out crunchy with a dry rub spice that is nuanced and HOT. We had the quarter dark plate and the sandwich with the cheese tots and the slaw as sides. We tried all three sauces. Sandwich is the way to go - balanced with pickles, slaw, and two sauces every bite is divine. The slaw here is something special -- purple cabbage, ginger, and something addictive I can't put my finger on keeps you coming back for more and cools your mouth off between bites. Can't wait for them to get their liquor license as the only thing that would've made dinner better was a cold beer. read more

This place is so good that I am in fear for my diet. I got the hot catfish and it blew me away. The hot level was spicy enough where i took some breaks, be wary if you can't tolerate spice that well. I'm really looking forward to more meals here. Great service as well. read more

The chicken sandwich here is exceptional. Also enjoyed the Catfish sandwich. Great service.