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Swung by for a bit of a late lunch on a Sunday afternoon and the restaurant was fairly empty. This location is pretty small with only 4-ish tables and you order before seating yourself. Menu is pretty small (chicken sandwiches and tenders with limited sides) and I don't even think they have a bathroom. Big Rowdy (4/5): I thoroughly enjoyed the flavor profile at medium spice and the chicken itself had a nice crunch. The chicken was moist, but not super juicy and the bun was proportionally a little big, so the sandwich ate a little dry. Really liked the brightness of the yogurt sauce, but I wanted more acidity and textural contrast overall. Overall, I think it's a great concept and a solid stop for a quick meal.
Came here for dinner on a Monday evening. Was able to order right away and it didn't take much more than 5m for me to be served. It's a pretty small space and they seem to mostly do to go business, but I was able to eat in without issue I found out about this spot from the heat seekers YouTube show, so I had to try the ghost chili. I also had an order of the Hakka chili. I tried both the dark and white meat. First off the ghost chili does not mess around. I am very comfortable with spice and this pushed me to my limit as to whether or not I'd be able to finish. Mango lassi is a must with this one Happy to say the ghost chili isn't just heat, but also quite tasty. Though it does taste much more like Nashville hot chicken than I expected, the Indian aspects were very subtle. The Hakka chili was much closer to what I was expecting, still quite peppery but had a flavor profile that wouldn't be out of place at a more traditional Indian restaurant Chicken quality was quite good, very nice crisp from the breading with deliciously juicy chicken. Given the baseline quality and pretty reasonable pricing I'd make this a go to fried chicken place even if it didn't have the uniqueness factor going for it. Overall I highly recommend!
I had a delivery order of the Big Rowdy Combo. This comes with a chicken sandwich, fries and a drink. The sandwich consisted of dark meat fried chicken with pickled onions, garlic sauce, and mint mayo on a potato bun. I ordered mild spicy which was just fine, but some might want more kick. I enjoyed the juicy, very tasty, and uniquely flavored fried chicken sandwich. The "original fries" were great, as crispy as I've ever seen on a delivery order, which usually arrives wilted and sad. It came with a spicy green dipping sauce, not really necessary. I chose the mango lassi as my drink, which was very tasty though I added a few ice cubes to make it colder. This is a very interesting Indian spiced fast casual chicken restaurant that works very well. Packing was good and delivery time was excellent. Highly recommended.
Rowdy Rooster is a fast casual spot serving chicken with a twist of Indian spice flavors. We ordered two combo meals ($13 each) which came with tenders, fries, coleslaw and a drink. They have extremely limited seating inside, maybe enough room for 6 people total, so we ordered our food to-go. Unfortunately, after getting our food and walking down a couple of blocks, we realized that they had not given us our drinks - would have let it go, but I had ordered a mango lassi (+$2) so we walked back to the restaurant to pick it up. Unfortunately, we didn't realize until we had left on the subway that the extra dipping sauces we got (+$0.75 each) didn't make it into our bag either. The chicken tenders come with your choice of flavor - we tried the tomato aioli and medium dry rub. -The tomato aioli had a mild spice kick, was slightly sweet and had hints of Indian spices. Not quite as strong as I was hoping for but still definitely my favorite of the two flavors. -The medium dry rub was not spicy at all (surprising given other reviews that have said how spicy the food here can be) and the meat tasted a bit dry without any sauce. Was a moment when I wished we had one of the dipping sauces to pair! For the fries you can choose between original and spicy. We got one of each and I honestly couldn't tell the difference between the two - both were well seasoned and not spicy. The coleslaw was solid and the mango lassi was delicious. Overall, portions were good for the price and satisfying for a late night craving. However, the food was average and the Indian spices did not come through in the flavors as I was hoping for. The missing items from our order were disappointing as well.
Delicious chicken and fries! It was ready just in time for our pickup order. We ordered the first three levels of spice to try on the tenders. All were very good and flavorful! Fries were fresh and crispy, so was the chicken. The breading on level one had a fun flavor on its own and the other two levels had an enjoyable heat flavor. It was nice to be able to select white or dark meat when picking the tenders. The lemon lime soda was also fun and enjoyable. It was convenient and delicious. Would definitely go back when in the city. Lots of sauce options and all of them were good.
Loved the fusion flavors!! You also get to pick between dry rub vs sauce, white vs dark meat, and dipping sauce for certain orders. The burger featured delicious flavors - blend of spices and heat from the chicken, well-seasoned herbaceous chutney and creamy yogurt, and acidity from the pickled onions. The dark chicken meat was a little on the dry side for me but my partner felt like it was fine. Loved the crunch of the chicken but wished the bun was either toasted or chewier. The bun made it more dry for me so I had abandon a good chunk of it. The tenders (white meat, dry rub, medium spicy) were yummy. Again with a great crunch and went really well with the roasted garlic sauce. The fries were delicious. Each fry was super crispy and generously covered with their spices. The mango lassi was refreshing with a good icy consistency! It was sweet as expected but not too tangy. Staff was patient in explaining the menu/customization options. There are only about 4 tables inside. I love the colorful decorations! Would be interested in checking out different chicken and sauce combinations in the future!
If you're looking for bold and delicious flavors, this is the place. They serve up Indian inspired fried chicken that packs flavor and spice. I got the fried chicken sandwich with masala fries and it was AMAZING. The chicken was juicy and flavorful, the topics and chutney paired well with the chicken, and the fries were cooked to perfection. Every bite was fantastic. The vibe is cute and colorful and very clean. Definitely give it a try!
Rowdy Rooster! . This Rowdy Rooster just smacked this white boy with a whole lot of spice and flavor. After seeing this spot all over insta and seeing a line all the time. I happened to pass by today with only 1 person in line so I decided to go in. . It's a small fast casual spot with 3 tables. Mostly geared towards take out. The have a few sandwich and bowl options for a small menu. . The food here surpassed my expectations. The flavor profile and combination of flavors is so good. I got the big rowdy sandwich and Marsala fries. Sand which kicks I also got the middle spicy option and wow I was seating prob pretty mild for those who can handle spice. The fries are made like cottage fries so they are round. I also got the hot tomato sauce on the side which was really good! . In short: - Small fast casual spot only 3 tables - Really good food, gotta get those fries! - I'll be back
Food: If you come here - just get the Big Rowdy Sandwich. I got the chili chicken sandwich and it's really small, whereas for just $3 more you can get a filling meal. The masala fries felt kind of hard and flavorless. I didn't think anything was super special but it is a relatively cheap option for nyc Ambience: The space is small but I appreciate that it has some seating. Service: The service was fast and I could tell that this is an easy village staple
This fried chicken is mad angry! This has to be the spiciest fried chicken I've ever had. Rowdy Rooster definitely has the trophy on spicy fried chicken. Definitely a couple notches above and beyond that big chain that starts with a P. I wasn't bold enough to order beyond mid tier but dam, even that is pretty spicy ridiculous. I wasn't prepared the first time I had this and suffered quite a bit! The second time I had my milk ready after each bite and that did the trick! Make sure you have the wipes ready before you get your hands dirty too! Get the Bad to the Bone fried chicken on the bone and be prepared for a most unique bite of fried chicken you won't find anywhere else outside of India.
Tried the Big Rowdy with medium spice, which was the perfect level for me. Flavors on the chicken and sauces were delicious! Freshly fried chicken too. Only knocking a star for the bun, which tasted kind of stale. If they get a better bun for the sandwich, I think it would be pretty perfect! Good, fair price too at $12.
Food: If you like Indian spices and flavors, you will enjoy this sandwich! The chicken is thick and juicy. The pickled onions and chutney add great flavor to the sandwich. Overall, the sandwich was excellent, and I would definitely go back to this place. The masala fries are not your typical fries; they are thin slices of potato fried with Indian spices. Fries were also very good. The mango lassi was not bad but also nothing special. Summer special for the sandwich, fries, and chicken is $18. Service: Service was quick and efficient. You order at the register, and they will bring your food to your table. Ambiance: Small place with four tables with benches and chairs. Perfect for eating a quick meal.
As the name suggests, definitely not for vegetarians. Said that, I still tried their paneer tikka bowl but was so disappointed I couldn't get something similar to their flagship sandwich. Our order: Rowdy rooster Mini rooster Paneer tikka bowl Potato fries Mango lassi The paneer tikka bowl was rich and creamy. Loved their lime and green chutney sauce. The sauces made the bowl creamy and made me feel excited for the next bite. It did have a LOT of Kale. Made it a little healthier but I didn't come here for a healthy meal. I went with the medium hot sauce. Rowdy rooster with a chicken breast and medium hot sauce was a hit amongst our party. Not sure how it would have been with a hot sauce. They also sell the sandwiches with chicken thighs Fries were so good that it reminded me of potato bajji from India! Will probably try the other branch since they have a larger menu
Really great spot for Indian burgers. I'm vegetarian and the potato burger was something unique I haven't tried before. The spicy fries are also amazing. Would definitely recommend and usually there's enough seating inside to dine in! read more
It intrigued me to tread Indian inspired fried chicken that I walked in. It is a small fast food like joint. Is small space with Indian in capped design, a small place with 4 tables. The menu is simple with chicken tenders, a chicken sandwich or a vegetarian sandwich. The rest are sides or drinks or small things. Upon arrival, it took a minute for the staff to notice as they were in the back working on something. After we got the staff's attention, a guy came over and took my order. I ordered a takeout of chicken tenders, with medium spicy dry rub. The order was freshly made and it took less than 10 minutes to get my order. The food was still warm when I arrived home and the chicken was moist and the spice definitely got the spot. If I'm around the area, will stop in. read more
My partner and I are heatonists - always looking to try something spicy enough to be memorable, and the ghost chili tenders at Rowdy Rooster did it for us! Hands down the spiciest tenders (where heat sufficiently builds) that we've had without needing to sign a waiver for them. And while you may be paying for it the next day, the medley of flavors, crispiness of the outside, and juiciness of the meat (we opted for white meat), make these memorable beyond just the heat factor. Not surprising since it's from the team behind Dhamaka. The service itself was really quick and friendly - and the spot itself has a few tables, but mostly meant for takeout to enjoy elsewhere. Still a fun ambiance inside that is inviting (if a table is open). We will be back again! And most likely to try the chicken sando too. read more
Swung by for a bit of a late lunch on a Sunday afternoon and the restaurant was fairly empty. This location is pretty small with only 4-ish tables and you order before seating yourself. Menu is pretty small (chicken sandwiches and tenders with limited sides) and I don't even think they have a bathroom. Big Rowdy (4/5): I thoroughly enjoyed the flavor profile at medium spice and the chicken itself had a nice crunch. The chicken was moist, but not super juicy and the bun was proportionally a little big, so the sandwich ate a little dry. Really liked the brightness of the yogurt sauce, but I wanted more acidity and textural contrast overall. Overall, I think it's a great concept and a solid stop for a quick meal. read more
Came here for dinner on a Monday evening. Was able to order right away and it didn't take much more than 5m for me to be served. It's a pretty small space and they seem to mostly do to go business, but I was able to eat in without issue I found out about this spot from the heat seekers YouTube show, so I had to try the ghost chili. I also had an order of the Hakka chili. I tried both the dark and white meat. First off the ghost chili does not mess around. I am very comfortable with spice and this pushed me to my limit as to whether or not I'd be able to finish. Mango lassi is a must with this one Happy to say the ghost chili isn't just heat, but also quite tasty. Though it does taste much more like Nashville hot chicken than I expected, the Indian aspects were very subtle. The Hakka chili was much closer to what I was expecting, still quite peppery but had a flavor profile that wouldn't be out of place at a more traditional Indian restaurant Chicken quality was quite good, very nice crisp from the breading with deliciously juicy chicken. Given the baseline quality and pretty reasonable pricing I'd make this a go to fried chicken place even if it didn't have the uniqueness factor going for it. Overall I highly recommend! read more
I had a delivery order of the Big Rowdy Combo. This comes with a chicken sandwich, fries and a drink. The sandwich consisted of dark meat fried chicken with pickled onions, garlic sauce, and mint mayo on a potato bun. I ordered mild spicy which was just fine, but some might want more kick. I enjoyed the juicy, very tasty, and uniquely flavored fried chicken sandwich. The "original fries" were great, as crispy as I've ever seen on a delivery order, which usually arrives wilted and sad. It came with a spicy green dipping sauce, not really necessary. I chose the mango lassi as my drink, which was very tasty though I added a few ice cubes to make it colder. This is a very interesting Indian spiced fast casual chicken restaurant that works very well. Packing was good and delivery time was excellent. Highly recommended. read more
Rowdy Rooster is a fast casual spot serving chicken with a twist of Indian spice flavors. We ordered two combo meals ($13 each) which came with tenders, fries, coleslaw and a drink. They have extremely limited seating inside, maybe enough room for 6 people total, so we ordered our food to-go. Unfortunately, after getting our food and walking down a couple of blocks, we realized that they had not given us our drinks - would have let it go, but I had ordered a mango lassi (+$2) so we walked back to the restaurant to pick it up. Unfortunately, we didn't realize until we had left on the subway that the extra dipping sauces we got (+$0.75 each) didn't make it into our bag either. The chicken tenders come with your choice of flavor - we tried the tomato aioli and medium dry rub. -The tomato aioli had a mild spice kick, was slightly sweet and had hints of Indian spices. Not quite as strong as I was hoping for but still definitely my favorite of the two flavors. -The medium dry rub was not spicy at all (surprising given other reviews that have said how spicy the food here can be) and the meat tasted a bit dry without any sauce. Was a moment when I wished we had one of the dipping sauces to pair! For the fries you can choose between original and spicy. We got one of each and I honestly couldn't tell the difference between the two - both were well seasoned and not spicy. The coleslaw was solid and the mango lassi was delicious. Overall, portions were good for the price and satisfying for a late night craving. However, the food was average and the Indian spices did not come through in the flavors as I was hoping for. The missing items from our order were disappointing as well. read more
Delicious chicken and fries! It was ready just in time for our pickup order. We ordered the first three levels of spice to try on the tenders. All were very good and flavorful! Fries were fresh and crispy, so was the chicken. The breading on level one had a fun flavor on its own and the other two levels had an enjoyable heat flavor. It was nice to be able to select white or dark meat when picking the tenders. The lemon lime soda was also fun and enjoyable. It was convenient and delicious. Would definitely go back when in the city. Lots of sauce options and all of them were good. read more
Loved the fusion flavors!! You also get to pick between dry rub vs sauce, white vs dark meat, and dipping sauce for certain orders. The burger featured delicious flavors - blend of spices and heat from the chicken, well-seasoned herbaceous chutney and creamy yogurt, and acidity from the pickled onions. The dark chicken meat was a little on the dry side for me but my partner felt like it was fine. Loved the crunch of the chicken but wished the bun was either toasted or chewier. The bun made it more dry for me so I had abandon a good chunk of it. The tenders (white meat, dry rub, medium spicy) were yummy. Again with a great crunch and went really well with the roasted garlic sauce. The fries were delicious. Each fry was super crispy and generously covered with their spices. The mango lassi was refreshing with a good icy consistency! It was sweet as expected but not too tangy. Staff was patient in explaining the menu/customization options. There are only about 4 tables inside. I love the colorful decorations! Would be interested in checking out different chicken and sauce combinations in the future! read more
If you're looking for bold and delicious flavors, this is the place. They serve up Indian inspired fried chicken that packs flavor and spice. I got the fried chicken sandwich with masala fries and it was AMAZING. The chicken was juicy and flavorful, the topics and chutney paired well with the chicken, and the fries were cooked to perfection. Every bite was fantastic. The vibe is cute and colorful and very clean. Definitely give it a try! read more
Rowdy Rooster! . This Rowdy Rooster just smacked this white boy with a whole lot of spice and flavor. After seeing this spot all over insta and seeing a line all the time. I happened to pass by today with only 1 person in line so I decided to go in. . It's a small fast casual spot with 3 tables. Mostly geared towards take out. The have a few sandwich and bowl options for a small menu. . The food here surpassed my expectations. The flavor profile and combination of flavors is so good. I got the big rowdy sandwich and Marsala fries. Sand which kicks I also got the middle spicy option and wow I was seating prob pretty mild for those who can handle spice. The fries are made like cottage fries so they are round. I also got the hot tomato sauce on the side which was really good! . In short: - Small fast casual spot only 3 tables - Really good food, gotta get those fries! - I'll be back read more
Food: If you come here - just get the Big Rowdy Sandwich. I got the chili chicken sandwich and it's really small, whereas for just $3 more you can get a filling meal. The masala fries felt kind of hard and flavorless. I didn't think anything was super special but it is a relatively cheap option for nyc Ambience: The space is small but I appreciate that it has some seating. Service: The service was fast and I could tell that this is an easy village staple read more
This fried chicken is mad angry! This has to be the spiciest fried chicken I've ever had. Rowdy Rooster definitely has the trophy on spicy fried chicken. Definitely a couple notches above and beyond that big chain that starts with a P. I wasn't bold enough to order beyond mid tier but dam, even that is pretty spicy ridiculous. I wasn't prepared the first time I had this and suffered quite a bit! The second time I had my milk ready after each bite and that did the trick! Make sure you have the wipes ready before you get your hands dirty too! Get the Bad to the Bone fried chicken on the bone and be prepared for a most unique bite of fried chicken you won't find anywhere else outside of India. read more
Tried the Big Rowdy with medium spice, which was the perfect level for me. Flavors on the chicken and sauces were delicious! Freshly fried chicken too. Only knocking a star for the bun, which tasted kind of stale. If they get a better bun for the sandwich, I think it would be pretty perfect! Good, fair price too at $12. read more
Food: If you like Indian spices and flavors, you will enjoy this sandwich! The chicken is thick and juicy. The pickled onions and chutney add great flavor to the sandwich. Overall, the sandwich was excellent, and I would definitely go back to this place. The masala fries are not your typical fries; they are thin slices of potato fried with Indian spices. Fries were also very good. The mango lassi was not bad but also nothing special. Summer special for the sandwich, fries, and chicken is $18. Service: Service was quick and efficient. You order at the register, and they will bring your food to your table. Ambiance: Small place with four tables with benches and chairs. Perfect for eating a quick meal. read more
As the name suggests, definitely not for vegetarians. Said that, I still tried their paneer tikka bowl but was so disappointed I couldn't get something similar to their flagship sandwich. Our order: Rowdy rooster Mini rooster Paneer tikka bowl Potato fries Mango lassi The paneer tikka bowl was rich and creamy. Loved their lime and green chutney sauce. The sauces made the bowl creamy and made me feel excited for the next bite. It did have a LOT of Kale. Made it a little healthier but I didn't come here for a healthy meal. I went with the medium hot sauce. Rowdy rooster with a chicken breast and medium hot sauce was a hit amongst our party. Not sure how it would have been with a hot sauce. They also sell the sandwiches with chicken thighs Fries were so good that it reminded me of potato bajji from India! Will probably try the other branch since they have a larger menu read more
Food: 4/5 | Service: 4.5/5 | Experience: 4/5 This is a very tiny restaurant with 3 (or 4?) 2-person tables. I ordered the big rowdy sandwich in the rebel heat profile. I waited for around 10 minutes. The portion size was as expected. I'm not sure I could get behind the flavor because the heat was the standout. I wish I got a better depth of flavor rather than spicy. You also need to buy water if you want it. read more
9/10!!!! As a brown person who rarely eats Indian food at restaurants because things are just better at home iykyk, I endorse rowdy rooster!! I'm also often skeptical of fusion places because they usually lower the quality of both cuisines but rowdy rooster managed to pay homage to classic Indian flavors while incorporating all the elements of a classic fried chicken sandwich. The big rowdy sandwich was something I'd go back for. The chili chicken sandwich was smaller than expected and underwhelming tbh. The masala fries were also quite soggy, but for the main sandwich alone I cannot recommend this place more!!! read more
Overall rating: 4.9 Absolutely underrated. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Indian x fried chicken?! C'mon. I went small and only got a lil rowdy sandwich & mango lassi. The Lassi was delightful and I will be coming back just for that. The service was really good and the ambiance was more of a takeout spot than sitting. The sandwich was soo and I'm very excited to go back and try other items. read more
Rowdy Rooster may be famous for its chicken sandwich, but I had heard equally positive things about its vada pav. If I had one regret from my last trip to Bombay, it was the fact that I didn't have that perfectly crispy vada pav I always dreamed of eating on a platform as a local train to Churchgate rushed past...but I digress. The vada pav was very good and one of the best I've had in the city. It was crunchy yet soft inside, perfectly moist, and had a nice kick even without adding any extra green chutney. I was less crazy about the Indo-Chinese cauliflower app. It was spicy but without much flavor depth, and the breading sort of fell off as we were eating. read more
I've been to rowdy rooster a couple of times now and that's saying a lot in a city with so many different spicy chicken sandwich options. I've always liked the unapologetic foods brand - adda is my first Indian restaurant in NYC - and I was excited to try a Indian inspired chicken sandwich and that's exactly what you get here. The flavors are explosive. The pao is soft, butter and delicious. And the mango lassi is thick and creamy - not watered down! When I came here the first time, I got the highest spice on my chicken sandwich and it was a delicious mouth tingling spice, but the more recent times, I believe they've toned it down since I barely taste the heat anymore and that's very disappointing. Note: small space and barely any seating options. read more
I really wanted to like it but just didn't. The bone-in chicken wasn't the best. Lots of heat (we tried both levels 2 and 3) with little flavor. Deep fried and thick skinned with lots of heat, which I didn't mind...I just couldn't taste anything else. The sandwich was much better with the addition of the bread, yogurt and pickled onion to help balance out the chicken. Prices were on par with these types of places although $11 for a slider-sized sandwich and $15 for its slighty bigger counterpart is a bit much for many people. Small and cozy space with friendly staff. read more
As a hardcore Mumbaikar, Vada Pav holds a special place in my heart. It's the quintessential street food for people of Mumbai and they have a deep deep connection with it. In spite my friend recommending Rowdy Rooster for it's chicken, when I looked up the menu online, I was so tempted to order Vada Pav as soon as I noticed it's on the menu. So I did. It was very good, had a garlicky taste which every mumbaikar looks for. It came with red and green chutney already applied which gave a nice spicy kick. Almost hit home. I did a pick up order from their website for 2 Vada Pavs ($7 each) as an early dinner which was quite filling and affordable. Ambience gives a fast food joint vibe and is pretty tight with the space. My rating is more like 4.5 I'll visit again to try more things to see if they earn that remaining 0.5 from me. read more
Rowdy rooster was a great find on a rainy day. It's a small pop in hole in the wall with seating for about 8. Very quick service and usually would be ideal for take out. Stayed to eat in store as it was raining. To the food. The sandwiches were quite amazing. I imagine the bowls would also hit as well. Very spicy (you can select spice level) and very flavorful. Great Indian fried chicken that would see me again read more
I'm probably being pedantic, but I'd give this place a 4.25/5. I ended up getting the chicken sandwich at a 2/5 spice level which I think was the maximum level that I would find enjoyable, before it starts getting into a bit of the painful-but-good level (i.e. buldak fire noodles if people have had that before). I've heard the 5/5 is really only for those that are really good with spice, which I am personally not. Overall, the chicken sandwich was quite good. I really enjoyed the flavors - definitely Indian inspired and not very classic fried chicken - but my main gripes about this was that the yogurt makes the bun quite soggy and makes it break apart. Halfway through eating the sandwich my bread had disintegrated into many parts and it wasn't really a sandwich anymore. Anyways, that's kinda minor; overall it was quite solid. I will say the restaurant is quite small so don't really plan on eating in with more than 2-3 people unless you can secure most of the tables. The servers are nice and the food came out really quick! read more
Dropped by at 7pm with a friend. Very intimate space with about 4 2-person tables. Order at the counter and they'll get your food out fairly quickly. We got the Bad to the Bone (chicken with bone) at level 2 and level 3 spicy + chili cauliflower. While advertised as chicken with bone, about half ended up being boneless. The chicken however was extremely tender and juicy .. really well made. The skin was mildly crispy. The level 3 spice was just enough to make you feel like it was spicy and maybe need a drink every so often, so it was a good medium level. However, I did feel like they really laid it on there with the spice rubs, as in the skin ended up being pretty powdery? Not my favorite texture. I did hear the sandwiches are a lot more balanced so I'd love to try that next time. The chutney (?) provided was nice and light. The chili cauliflower was pretty standard. I was hoping it'd be crispier but was a bit mushy for me. The mango lassi was really thick and creamy. One sip really helped soothe the spiciness from the chicken. Overall, I can understand the hype, though I'd like to try the sandwich next time to make a final opinion since those seem to be more popular. The chicken was well made just heavy on the amount of spices put on top. The street foods definitely seem promising! read more
My friend that lives in the neighborhood loves this place and we got a little peckish so we decided to share some chicken before our dinner reservations lol We got the Smooth Operator in Mild and boy, does the spice really hit. Because it was a dry rub and not in a sandwich, there isn't anything else to balance the heat so this is not for the weak! I would say my spice tolerance is typically between a mild and medium, and this mild was quite a kick The chicken itself just slightly dry, but not too bad. The chili cauliflower was a bit soggy, so I wish it wasn't so overcooked but flavor was good! read more
I feel like everything here tasted fine but I wasnt blown away. The eggplant pakoras were crispy but bland. The mango lassi was thick but somewhat chalky. The chicken was tasty and I would opt to get just the fried chicken itself if I were to ever come back. There was a bit of a line on a Friday night but we didnt have to wait long! read more
3 years ago
Fried chicken is an evergreen hot ticket item, but the fried chicken sandwich might be the sandwich of the decade. Fast food chains and high end restaurants alike have seen lines down the block just to try their versions. The group behind hit Indian restaurants around the city like Dhamaka, Adda, Semma, and Masalawala entered the space last year with this tiny storefront dedicated to fried chicken made with Indian spices. Just prepare to wait in a short line to get the food, as there is little space inside to sit. I was still pretty new to reintroducing chicken into my diet (after 14 years) when I visited so I'll comment on the vegetarian items I had first. I found the eggplant pakora to be a very strong appetizer, with each bite size piece of eggplant battered, fried, and dusted in an addictive seasoning. I'd return just for this. The vada pao was less exciting, as I found the potato patty inside a hamburger bun to lack textural interest and flavor. I don't mind carbs on carbs, but the construction and flavor of this sandwich was so one note I barely cared to finish it, and I rarely leave food unfinished if I can. I tried a small bite of what most people visit for, the rowdy rooster sandwich at medium level of heat. I have a relatively high spice tolerance and this was just at the right level to be enjoyable for me, otherwise the spice would be too overpowering for me. I felt the same about the chili chicken, whose pieces were smothered in a spicy, slightly sweet sauce. The pieces were way too large, kind of like when you get buffalo cauliflower that comes in pieces so big you have to cut them to enjoy them. I would have preferred bite sized pieces, and a richer flavor profile. While there are a few other spots to get Indian fried chicken, the novelty of these dishes has me still recommending a visit to RR, if only to see what the infallible team at Unapologetic Foods has cooking up. read more
This place is delicious!! It's not your typical fried chicken sandwich place - it's better. It's got the perfect balance of heat with Indian flavors. I was warned about the spice levels here so I got a big rowdy with heat level 3 (out of 5) and I was sufficiently satisfied with the spiciness without being in pain (and I have a pretty good spice tolerance). Tried my friend's lil rowdy heat level 4 and at first it seemed less spicy than mine but it hit later. They can also handle spice pretty well and said that they would be in pain with a bigger sandwich. If you want to test the spice levels, you can always order a side of extra scallion yogurt or mint & cilantro sauce to balance it out. We also got the chili cauliflower which came with more of a sweet chili sauce so it was a good balance with the heat (also came in a huge portion). The inside of this place is tiny and probably has seating for 12 people total. You order at the counter and pick up your food. My group of 5 got lucky with getting a table but we were in and out as soon as we finished our food to make room for others. read more
Warning! the food might be spicier than you think!! (NOTE: I have a really high spice tolerance compared to most Desi people and have no problem eating things with ghost pepper/signed waiver). I've been here twice and felt that the spice level wasn't consistent. Level 3 (Andhra/Rebel/Hot): I tried this the first time and thought it was the right amount of spice. My friends thought it was super spicy though. Level 4 (Kerala/Rouge/Extra hot): I got this the 2nd time around since I could handle more than level 3 and my family is originally from Kerala. HUGE mistake...I could only have one bite and eyes were watering. Let's not talk about how our stomachs felt after chugging water and ice cream. What happened here? Did they accidentally give us level 5?? There shouldn't be that big of a jump between level 3/4 and def didn't represent the spice level for kerala. If I can't eat it then I have a hard time believing someone else is. So...my suggestion is go with a level lower than you think you should. Maybe ask for chili on the side if you need to add more. There is a lot more breading than chicken -- was expecting a juicier piece. Also would be nice if there was more Raita. We also tried the potato pakora (just okay - would prefer masala fries?) Overall, think this place has potential like their other restaurants but not quite there for me. read more
3 years ago
Exactly what I wanted, when I wanted it. I was craving a fried chicken sandwich and the Indian style spices were a nice change of pace. The big rowdy sandwich with spice level 2 was the perfect heat level for me- had a medium kick but wasn't so spicy to overpower other flavors. The mango lassi to wash it down was fine, but I wished it had more mango flavor. The place only has a couple tables in it, so if you've got a large group I'd suggest carry out. We were lucky to get one but Tompkins square is just a couple minutes walk away to sit and eat. read more
2 years ago
Bog Rowdy Sandwich. EXCELLENT. A big chunky crispy Chicken Breast on a large Potato Bun. Toppings, Spices and a Sauce which elevated the Sandwich to a different level. DELICIOUS. For ROWDY ROOSTER the hype does seem to be real. RECOMMEND. read more
3 years ago
The first time I tried the chicken here we got the two hottest options - bad idea. However, it tasted so good that after a year, I wanted to come back and get it again, and this time, we got the third hottest option (rebel?) thinking it was going to be a bit more mild and it was still spicy. However, the chicken is delicious, and the outside is so crispy and flavorful. The inside is moist and juicy, and we got a sandwich, so the sauces/toppings complemented the chicken really well. Their mango lassis are really thick, so beware when you're dying of spice, the lassis take awhile to slip out. There is also very limited seating, so it's good for takeout or go really early. read more
I really enjoyed this place and would come back! Each bite of the fried chicken was a huge burst of flavor. We got level 3 and its no joke, yall. Maybe start with 1 or 2 if spice isn't your forte. Even though it was spicy, there was still so much flavor, the chicken was juicy and had a great crisp to it. The atmosphere is small inside with awesome music, nice and fast service and lots of customers filing in consistently. I'm definitely coming back here for more chicken and maybe a sandwich next time. Try this unique spot out! read more
I've seen this place really hyped up on ig so we stopped by for some takeout. We got everything medium spicy ~ which was plenty spicy. I would have loved to have had a sauce that was cooling including instead of the chutney. The sandwich was extremely soggy (takeout potentially?). Perhaps, my expectations were too high because of the group it's from. read more
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