I've been wanting to check out Smokey's for a while, as this Korean-owned counter is supposedly known for their potato wedges and wings. We went for: +the popular order of the 3 Wings and Potatoes - we opted to top it with salt, pepper, ketchup, and mumbo sauce; while the chicken was fresh out of the fryer and was crispy, it was just okay in taste compared to other fried chicken joints in the DC area; the potato wedges were just mediocre as well +the steak & cheese - while generously filled, wasn't a fan of the flavors +and, the half & half - the favorite of the order; it was expertly made - super refreshing and tasty! Service was no-nonsense and friendly, and there was a constant stream of patrons coming in for a pickup as well as to-go orders of the wings and potatoes. Street parking can be found in the area. +half & half! +friendly service +street parking available read more

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Breakfast even better than home cooking and amazing lunch food. The real stars are the fried chicken, the potato wedges, and the steak and cheese. Love this place! read more

For what mama do she deserves the 5 stars. Always gets you what you want and even hooks it up! God bless you!

Good People this spot is nostalgic for me. I've been going here since I was 15. I was in the neighborhood, so I figured WHY NOT!! I only ever get one meal...LET'S GO to Smokey's!! . Where I am: Smokey's . Location Reviewed: 4714 14th St., N.W. Washington D.C. . Menu Includes: Whole Fried Wings, Fried Potato Wedges, Sausage, Bacon, Ham, Scrapple, Omelette, Pancakes, French Toast, Hash, Eggs, & MORE!! . Items Reviewed: 3 Fried Wings, & Potato Wedges (with saltpepperketchupmumbosauce-one word in D.C. $9.10). STAMP!! Crunchy whole wings, fried potatoes like no other spot, & the BEST mumbo sauce in the city-in my opinion!! . Customer Service: Decent. She speaks to you...sometimes. . Online Navigation: 3rd party ordering, no social media presence. . Parking: Rough depending on the time of day. . Recommendations: Wings & Wedges with the Mumbo!! =STAMP =LIKE THAT =DELICIOUS =DECENT =PASS =NAH #Bigschlimsreviews read more

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The chicken tastes crunchy and well seasoned it's something about the batter is and the potatoes are delicious but will put you to sleep read more

Smokey's - Chicken - American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Best potato wedges, and chicken Mambo sauce , Been eating there since 1990 ..... the only place I crave for the chicken and mambo sauce Every time I come back home to DC. This is a local historical landmark for the local uptown staple to real for tik tok foodies read more

All their food is good! They are one of the best in and around DC! I just don't go like I used to! I'm about to ride up there sometime this week! read more

Great hospitality...she's amazing! I've only been once and tried the potatoes, wings, &bacon cheeseburger. Service was a little slow because it's just one "young" lady cooking, taking orders and check out but I enjoyed chatting with her while I waited for her to cook my food. I would come back just to chat with her and those potatoes! read more

I'm doing this for the rating of a place we grew up on. The potatos alone!!! Must try and I GAURANTEE u will be back. Very good mambo sauce. Beautiful customer service. One few gems left. read more

Smokey's - Chicken and mambo sauce. - American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This neighborhood gem is my go to place for some fried chicken wings w/ mumbo sauce! I typically get the combo which comes with fried potatoes. I know some places serve French fries with their chicken wings but they're all potatoes. Lol. I think I like em better with the potatoes anyway. I have also tried their steak and cheese and that was really good. My order is normally always made fresh because they're busy and constantly cooking to fulfill orders. The wait can be long but definitely worth it. Sometimes it's worth calling ahead. The mumbo sauce is so good and they're pretty generous with giving customers more than enough for their meal. Now we know how some places can be a bit stingy! The restaurant is family owned (mom + daughter). They're really nice and pretty comical. I don't think I've been there and haven't left without laughing. It's always great to support small businesses and especially those that are minority owned. read more

I love me some Smokies. Whenever I'm in DC that's my spot. It's a little hole in the wall, but the food is amazing.

Smokey's is old school. Don't go in expecting anything except lick your fingers good fried food. My son goes nuts over their fish and fried potatoes "tay-toes" and their wings are amazing. It's a great deal but don't linger inside too long as the hot grease definitely permeates :) If you're in the area and in the mood for fried chicken do not miss Smokey's. read more

Everything was Professional and Courteous ! Very personable atomosphere ! Love ! Love ! Love it!

Not clean enough & smells bad inside. Highlands is slot better & that's next door. Needs to clean and improve customer service.

This place was recommended to me by a friend who owns a different takeout restaurant and it lived up to the recommendation for sure. I had the a medium sized pit beef done mid-rare with tiger sauce and raw onion. It was bangerang! The beef by itself was tender and juicy and still warm after my 10 minute drive home. The tiger sauce was as expected, a creamy horseradish blend that had kick but didn't kill the sandwich. I also sampled their mild and spicy BBQ sauces which we're both thin but very tasty. Topped that off with an overflowing regular sized side of fresh cut fries and gravy and I was in heaven. My daughters each liked their lunch as well, a plain pit ham sandwich and their homemade chicken noodle soup. Deeelicious. I can't wait to go back. read more

This is a hidden gem of NW DC. Whenever I sneak away from my office and head uptown, Ms Angela Lee is there with a smiling face. She knows some folks by name. She recognizes me only because I come there once or twice a month. This is not a place that you want to come to if you're watching your weight - but the food is good. The wings and potatoes are seasoned nicely then cooked in a pressure cooker! Yum! Yum! Yum! Make sure you get mumbo sauce for the wings. It's a staple in many dc carry outs. This stuff is delicious! read more

Smokey's - 3 wings and potatoes - American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

My friend was told by a family member to try out Mambo Wings. So naturally we sought out a restaurant location that offered the infamous sauce. Let me tell you... Smokey's is the place to go. Your whole meal is an experience. This is a family tan establishment and the daughter is phenomenal. Great personality with such a quick wit. Personable and hilarious. She made us feel comfortable and interacted with us the whole time. Will definitely be back next time I'm in town. read more

The tiny little place with four seats and greasy orange floors has been in the Washington Post. Let that speak to the merit of the mumbo sauce and the crunchiest chicken wings and potato wedges. The owner has been working there about 15 years, but the restaurant itself has been in the family for about 47 years. Being from out of state, I had no idea what in the world mumbo sauce was, but boy am I glad I do now. Smoky's makes some of the best mumbo sauce out there! They make it in house and it's fantastic on the wings and potato wedges. There aren't a lot of people sitting in the place, but if there are, they're usually regulars. The line goes out the door though, people love taking their food elsewhere to nosh and get greasy, I'm guessing the privacy of their own homes. Definitely stay and strike up a conversation with one of the cute little ladies that work there though! read more

Smokey's - Chicken, potato wedges and mumbo sauce on the side! - American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

After I paid for my food I respectfully said the price she charged me was a lil steep the old Asian lady started yelling at me disrespecting me saying well then don't come back don't come back and the place is not even clean and unsanitary. read more

My son recommended this place for chicken wings and fries. The portion is huge and lasts several meals for my little appetite. Seems to be a popular place as people are always pulling up and waiting at the counter. The staff is friendly. read more

Best breakfast and friend chicken wings in town. You can go to some fancy place to have brunch. But this place wins my heart with their chicken and waffles. Eggs are alway fluffy. And the owner's daughter always greets you when you walk in. read more

Smokey's - Reminded me of back home. Western omelette with home fries. Eggs were soft. Potatoes on point. - American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Small little hole in the wall carry out that serves all day breakfast with a couple of other options readily available. There is a small bar that you can enjoy your food onsite but I consider this more of a take your food and go place. Staff was friendly, while I waited for my food, the two ladies making the food and taking orders appeared to be really comfortable with what I assume were a couple of regulars that were eating at the bar. Small menu but they provide most basic breakfast staples. I went with the chicken and waffle, two perfectly breaded chicken wings, nicely fried and well seasoned and an equally delicious waffle. Warm, buttery, soft and tasty. Don't let the look of the place fool you, while the place isn't anything to look at, the service and food are worth a visit. read more

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terrible service. I can't tell you about the food cus I didn't make it that far... I'd never support a intity that acts in this manner! Acted as if I did something wrong inquiring a doordash order. fans her hand and basically tells me to shut up. No words afterwards. I almost jumped the counter to grab my own order. I'd say... find somewhere else to eat up the street! That's what I did! I didn't even want to give a star at all but it's the only way I could post a review... read more

My best friend grew up 5 mins from here. Always claiming that this place has the best fried chicken and mambo sauce. Man was he right! The older Korean lady in the back is always making a fresh batch of chicken and fries. She must use some secret recipe because this place was packed on a random Thursday. I stopped by for lunch. A coworker and I shared a fried fish sandwich and I had the 2 fried chicken combo with fries. Fish is nothing to special. Chicken was tender and had a strong buttermilk taste. Mambo sauce had a nice tangy kick to it. If your in the NW area this is a great spot for lunch. Service is very quick and there is plenty of street parking. Finding a seat inside maybe very difficult with only 4 seats available read more

Smokey's - 2 fried chicken piece combo with fries. Wings average size. They give you a lot of fries this picture is half of what we got. - American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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5 stars for the sauce...that stuff is literally finger lickin' good! The chicken was hot and fresh...not the best quality but good. We purchased some Mumbo Sauce to go...YES...it's that good. They were super nice so for the sauce and the service...you get 5 stars. Being from the Midwest...having something close to Harold's Chicken made my day! Very different taste (just putting that out there before my Midwest friends yell at me...we know there is only one Harold's)! I will be back to Smoky's! read more

I only go there cause of the size of the Bacon, Egg, and Cheese on a Croissant.. However, the lady who works Saturday/Sunday mornings is so rude! I loved supporting this local business, but I think it's time to reconsider.. Protect your energy. read more

Smokey's - half eaten Bacon and Egg Sandwich (on a croissant) - American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Place is popping. Good and cheap food. She don't take no shit so don't come looking for customer service

Great prices and pretty decent food. I went because I read a review that said this place had the best burgers in DC. Well, I wouldn't quite say that. But, the prices are great. I actually found the burger meat pretty dry (preformed patties) and nearly stale buns. read more

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Sooooo I've been going to Smokey's since I was in junior high (I'm now in my 40's), so I've eaten there almost all my life. Since Ms. Lee sold the place it has gone way, way down. I went in yesterday and the place smelled of burnt dirty grease. I don't eat meat so all I order are potato wedges and occasionally breakfast. It was horrible, the wedges were greasy and the mambo sauce is definitely not the same. The lady who was working the grill was friendly but she's not like Ms. Lee or Maria (no longer there) who would cook your food to perfection. I guess all good things must come to an end and for me the Smokeys that Ms. Lee ran will be etched in my memory for having some of the best wedges and mambo sauce in DC. read more

Place is AWESOME. Food is so good and the wings and Mumbo sauce are super unique. If you love a sweet and tangy sauce, This place is for you! Staff is really attentive and funny. Quick service and great jokes. I really recommend! read more

I used to live a 50 second walk from here, I've known this place for 10 years! The fried chicken wings and potato wedges are the reasons why I always come back. Most importantly is the mumbo sauce! The BEST mumbo sauce in DC hands down. Just come here for the mumbo sauce, you'll fall in love with it. Sweet and tangy mumbo sauce with your fresh fried chicken wings and potatoes. Come in here and try it, you won't regret it. read more

Smokey's - Fried chicken wings and potato wedges - American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

If I could give zero stars I would. We ordered 5 meals from the restaurant. We received 4. We called the restaurant, who called us liars, said she fulfilled the order and would do nothing to help us. The most ignorant customer service I have ever received. Rude, incompetent and ineffective. Congrats on losing our business. read more

I spoke to one of the owners grandchildren today, a conversation in which he mentioned that people walk in, see the Asian woman on the grill and walk out. THIS IS NOT RIGHT. I grew up with this place and it truly horrifies me that people in my neighborhood can be so blatantly, boldfully, blissfully, unabashedly ignorant. I implore people to please patronize this establishment. I remember the multiple times the owner would cut me and my friends a break on prices or give us extra food. To tell some of us to come when close was coming and she would give food that day. The story I heard today really hurt, but I can do my little part to just remind folks the place where many of us discovered and overused mumbo sauce needs our support. The Best Mumbo Sauce In The City!!!!.Please support Smokey's. Stay Safe Everyone & remember the words of Bill & Ted "Be Excellent To Each Other". read more

They have some new people working there which is ok, but I must say the quality has slipped a bit. The food tastes good still, but I've noticed them charging people differently and personally I notice that the serving sizes are MUCH SMALLER. I used to barely be able to finish 3 wings and potatoes, but now they give out very small wings with barely any meat on them and way fewer potatoes. They used to have to use a rubber band to keep the box closed, but now even with 4 wings and potatoes, there is a bunch of empty space in the box so no rubber band is required. I prefer to give my money to the smaller local businesses in my neighborhood, but I think I'll be staying away from Smokies for awhile. The value of the food has dropped and there is a Popeyes just 3 blocks away which feels like better value right now: their serving sizes at Popeyes are consistent and at this point, they give more food than Smokies for the money. I hope Smokies get's their act together, because I used to eat there a lot and the value was great, but I guess we'll have to wait and see if things return to how the used to be when the original owner worked there :( read more

I decided to visit Smokey's today after reading the reviews I bookmarked it weeks ago. I ordered 5 wings and potato wedges with mumbo sauce and it was great. Reminded me of a chicken joint that was located on Florida Ave. for years called Kens which closed a few years ago. read more

Smokey's - 5 wings and potato wedges with Mumbo sauce. (Added my own bread at home). The cost was $8.45 and it was delicious. - American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I like them and they are clean and friendly. I tell all the guys I work with to go there for breakfast in particular

Ok Smokys been in my life since I was lil I was introduced to me n my sister when we was like 7 or 8 we was hooked from their. Then i went to school around the area from 6th to 12 grade i STAYED at Smokys that whole time for lunch n them after school it was our hang out. The owner is very nice I been going so long I call her MaMa now n so do a lot of ppl who go in their. No matter what u order it's going to be good n they have the best Mumbo Sauce around DC read more

Smokey's - The best cheeseburger n potatoes in all of dc - American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Best mambo sauce anywhere. This is a DC staple and if you want Uptown's blend of brown mambo sauce, this is the prime spot to get it. If you want that sweet red stuff they call mambo sauce on the southside, you'll have to ask someone from southeast etc where to go but if you're from uptown and like that brown savory goodness this is still the spot that does it like no other. read more

THE best fried potatoes and chicken ever. Been eating here for 20+ years and it's never been a bad experience. Love you guys.

I've heard great things about this place for years. What a letdown! The chicken and potato wedges had no seasoning whatsoever and the mumbo sauce was odd (and I love mumbo sauce). My friend got the chili half smoke and described it as disappointingly bland. It definitely did not live up to the hype. read more