Reviewing for: takeout dinner and speakeasy drinks. Came here on a Friday night because we wanted a chiller and later HH (goes until 7). 3 of us at 6pm and the front was decently busy with orders but no one in the back bar. Location: on a busy street- good luck finding parking! It's next to a beer hall sitch so the sidewalk and surrounding area is just crowded. Food: we had the chicken dinner and the arepita? And I was pleasantly surprised given this place is counter service. Space: bathroom is a bathroom with a little decoration- two single stall bathrooms. love the back bar! They have specials and it was spooky season so it was decorated perfectly. Also, music was perfect- old schools 90s for all us millennials who need to stay out the club but still like to hear some decent music. Overall: Twas so enjoyable we Went back twice during our stay. Tips and Tricks and Other helpful things: read more

Chicken + Whiskey - Arepitas w. Pork Belly - Venezuelan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Interesting layout with dining in the front and a bar hidden in a room in the back (where no eating is allowed). Solid food and drinks. Oh Slap cocktail was quite interesting (but still good) with white peppercorn flavor. Pisco Punch was rather too sweet for me. Pork belly arepa was huge and filling, and the corn patty was satisfyingly crispy, both soft and crunchy. read more

The name of this spot immediately grabbed my attention...Chicken + Whiskey. Sounds like a winning combination to me!! That's it. LET'S GO!! . Where I am: @chickenandwhiskey . Location Reviewed: 1738 14th St., N.W. Washington D.C. . Menu Includes: Slow cooked rotisserie chicken, 1/4,1/2, or whole, white and/or dark, Basmati Rice, Black Beans, Slaw, Plantains, Guac & Chips, Mac n Cheese, Roasted Corn, Yuca Fries, Wraps, Salads, Sandwiches, Soups, Donut Churros, Beverages, Cocktails, Wine, & Beer. . Items Reviewed: Their Mac 'n Queso Con Pollo (3 cheese blend with mojo chicken, bacon, diced plantains, red onion, jalapeños, corn, cilantro, & inti sauce $12.99). DELICIOUS!! An entire MEAL!! Tasty, fresh, with complimentary ingredients. Their La Comadre (Deep fried corn flour dough stuffed with pulled rotisserie chicken, smoked Gouda, rice, & plantains $10.99). STAMP!! A crispy/soft breading, tender, & well seasoned chicken, plentiful...STAMP!! Their 1/2 White Meat Chicken Meal (with Amarillo, & Picante sauce, sour cream, Arepitas-Deep fried pork crackling, & Arroz Chaufa-Basmati rice with soy sauce, green onion, cilantro, bacon, & sesame seeds $14.99). The Chicken...STAMP!! Tender, juicy, dipped into the STAMPED yellow sauce, & red sauce...WINNING!! The Chaufa...DELICIOUS!! Well cooked, non sticky rice, & tasty. The Arepitas...DECENT. Plentiful, but a tad bit dry, & flavorless. . Customer Service: Clean, Courteous, Consistent, & Considerate. . Online Navigation: Super Easy . Parking: ROUGH . Recommendations: Any of their rotisserie chicken, & that Comadre sandwich (I wish I had one right now)!! =STAMP =LIKE THAT =DELICIOUS =DECENT =PASS =NAH #Bigschlimsreviews read more

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Simple menu that with bold Peruvian flavors. Keep it simple and go for the chicken, and don't skip the amazing sides (the fried yucca was great). read more

So, I was visiting the DC area with my family and I was craving Spanish food. Just so happens it was a rainy and cold day and we were not going anywhere. Thanks to my Yelp search, I happen to stumble upon this restaurant and I was NOT disappointed! Definitely different than the NJ Peruvian, but definitely worth every bite!! read more

Chicken + Whiskey - 1/4 Chicken Dark - Venezuelan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Chicken and Whisky is delicious and a spot I always enjoy going back to. I normally order the whole chicken with four sides (Yuca fries are a must when it comes to the sides!) and either have some leftovers (makes for a great chicken sandwich with the leftovers) or share it with two or three other people. When I am sharing it with more than one other person I like to order and extra side or two. There are so many sides to choose from that it's never an easy choice as to what to get but some of my usuals include the Yuca fries, Arroz Congriv and Peperonata Criolla. When you get the whole chicken you get four of the yellow sauce and four of the red sauce but they are happy to switch out any of the sauces for you. On my most recent visit I tried their BBQ sauce but I think I prefer the yellow sauce. There is not a ton of seating inside but outside they have a huge streatery. The outside seating on a nice night is usually very popular so sometimes it is hard to find a seat. read more

We came here for the speakeasy in the back. We had a good time, there was a DJ blasting out some good tunes. I'm not sure where the whiskey is as the cocktail menu was mainly fruity, tropical drinks. read more

Chicken + Whiskey - Venezuelan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I'm giving 5 stars despite the yuca fries being not being the best . That's LITERALLY my only super minor critique and that's only because I'm a picky foodie. The chickens taste, juiciness and everything was delicious. Very flavorful. THAT MAC AND CHEESE CON POLLO MADE MY EYES ROLL BACK. I took one bite and was so happy lol. I HIGHLY recommend that! I recommend the chicken too but the Mac and cheese is definitely a must. The Mac and cheese alone is very cheesy in taste and great consistency. It's creamy (not watery or too thin), and has a great mix of cheeses. Perfect blend of sharp and mild cheese. NOW THE TOPPINGS? Oh man, I don't know what to say other than they put all the right things on it. It was all fresh ingredients and they weren't skimpy on the meat. Everything went together so well. Will be going back and bringing friends, I want to try their other dishes! (My order was through DoorDash and everything came nice and warm and smelled up the whole office lol). read more

Chicken + Whiskey - Mac 'n Queso Con Pollo 1/2 Chicken Dark - Venezuelan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The chicken was delectable!!!! I also got the rice and beans for my sides both paired well. The bar in the back served great drinks however I did think they were slightly overpriced. The bartender was friendly and made great suggestions based off my preferred drink. The space for the bar is snug but with it being crowed, I didn't feel claustrophobic. Back to the food...the chicken was season so well that I ordered it via Uber Eats on my last night in D.C. read more

Cute outdoor bar where you can also order food. I love that it's very underrated and just good with little frills but you feel relaxed and at home. I ordered the 1/4 white meat with rice and plantains. The plantains were crispy around the edges, the chicken was tasty with the yellow sauce which I requested more of but for $26 for this meal that would have been equally as tasty from Sardis or Chicken Delicious for half the cost. read more

Chicken + Whiskey - Outside sitting at the picnic tables - Venezuelan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Hoy ordené un cuarto de pollo para llevar (chicken breast) pero cuando estaba terminando de comer me empecé a sentir mal con dolor de estómago y es que el pollo estaba crudo , antes he ordenado en este restaurante chicken and whiskey y muy rico pero esta ves muy mal pollo me sirvieron súper crudo read more

Chicken + Whiskey - Pollo crudo - Venezuelan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Peruvian chicken fans will love this restaurant on 14th St! Indoor restaurant with lots of outdoor seating. Walk up out door bar that serves high quality, classic, Peruvian chicken. Side options are also amazing - guacacasa with plantain chips is my fav! A half chicken with two sides is $13- a great deal for this area! If you're wanting more whiskey than chicken there is an awesome speak easy through a back door in this restaurant! Nice array of reasonably priced drinks and super fun music. Definitely check it out! read more

Chicken + Whiskey - Guasacaca Chips, half 1/2 Chicken White - Venezuelan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

If you are looking for an affordable and delicious dinner in DC, look no further. You go up to the counter and order 1/4, 1/2, or whole chicken (there are a few other options as well). The rice was on point, and the coleslaw had a touch of tajin which was amazing. You can sit inside at the counters, outside at the covered picnic tables in the front, or in the speakeasy. The guy taking my order and i had a bit of a hard time understanding each other, but that was ok. I am totally coming back. read more

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I wish I could rate this place 100 stars if I could. The chicken, the sides, the sauce, the portion, seriously everything was perfect. It was a very spontaneous visit because the restaurant we'd initially planned on going to was closed but we're so happy we discovered such an amazing eatery. Def will be stopping by again next time I'm in the area!! read more

Chicken + Whiskey - Venezuelan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This place is alright, I wouldn't go out of my way to come here. Speakeasy in the back is neat. Food is decent fast casual, pretty simple. Nothing overly noteworthy but reliable. read more

Food, service and ambience were all amazing! Some of the best chicken I've ever eaten, the sides were great also!

I went to Chicken + Whiskey for lunch and it was fantastic! I had the Borracho wrap, which was so tasty and filling. It came with two sauces, which were great as well. I also got the frozen cocktail and it was perfect for a hot summer day - definitely strong, but also tasty. The service was super quick at both the food and the drink counter. I sat outside on the picnic benches they have, but there's also plenty of indoor seating. read more

Chicken + Whiskey - Borracho Wrap - Venezuelan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Chicken + Whiskey is one of the best spots on 14th St to grab some chow. If you've never had Venezuelan/Peruvian chicken in your life, you've been missing out and need to sink you teeth into the juicy deliciousness! There is a "speakeasy" bar in the back (hence the Whiskey part), but it opens at 5:00PM so before that time it's just a Chicken spot. Their most popular dish is the Pollo Frito and you 100% can't go wrong with that. Otherwise, just getting some straight chicken with plantains will leave you real satisfied. Be sure to try both their mild and hot sauce! read more

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Great food, great service. Super friendly staff. Chicken was so juicy!! Kids now want to find this kind of food closer to home. Will be back every time we visit DC. read more

We visited DC from Boston for four days and went to this place twice. AWESOME food and GREAT staff! Highly recommend!

We only popped in for the speak easy aspect of the entire establishment. This might be a slightly biased review because of this fact. You've been warned. So when you venture through the fake fridge/freezer door you are entered into a new world of (loud) music and libations! It's fun, dark, intimate and energetic. We decided to grab a couple of cocktails and shots! The Becky Only Fans cocktails enticed me from the jump but also ended up being really good! It was sweet, really sweet, and had a good amount of vodka. Great choice! We also got the PB & J shots. Great choice!! It was Better than expected! The staff was so nice and so much fun the entire time! I really recommend a stop by! read more

Chicken + Whiskey - Venezuelan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

My fiancé and I ordered a chicken from here on DoorDash last week and were very impressed. It's on par with El Pollo Rico. We got two rices and beans Arroz Chongri and Arroz Chaufa as sides as well as Guasacaca (guacamole) + Chips, and Sweet Plantains which we also loved. It was very filling and affordable. read more

Chicken + Whiskey - Whole Chicken - Venezuelan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The best Peruvian chicken I have ever had! This place packs it with flavor! I highly recommend just getting the chicken on its own instead of a wrap. It not only has that rotisserie flavor you expect from a Peruvian chicken place, but it is really nice and smokey too. That smokiness is what really sets this place apart from other Peruvian chicken spots. The chicken itself is really moist and perfectly seasoned. Why order it on its own instead of a wrap? Because you can really appreciate how special this chicken is that way. If you decide to get a wrap though, they are also really good. I don't recommend getting a wrap delivered, because it will arrive soaked in grease, but at the restaurant it's tasty. I recommend the Borracho Wrap! My favorite sides are the arroz chaufa, plantains, and yucca fries. The arroz chaufa is rice with a great smokiness from the bacon mixed into it and the flavors of soy, vinegar, and cilantro. It's really amazing. The plantains are perfect - soft, creamy, sweet, and a perfect accompaniment to the smoky flavor of the chicken. The yucca chips are better than fries - crunchy but not hard, and really flavorful. I keep going back because it's that good! read more

December 2021 - COVID Review: This was a nice spot to visit for my group's pregame festivities! Business in the front and party in the back! There's a regular chicken restaurant at the front, but if you walk towards the back, there's a security guard by the door to check for IDs before you can enter the "speakeasy-esque" bar in the back. The bar was crowded and the bartenders were slammed but I appreciated how quickly they worked to get our orders in. The mixed cocktails were pretty good and I tried my first pickleback shots here! The pickle juice that they use is house made and it had strong hints of lime in it, which definitely helped as a chaser. There's a DJ in the bar too and I appreciated that they have a water cooler with cups so that you can also stay hydrated. The bar can definitely get packed with barely any room to move around. So if you wanna bar hop and/or pregame, this is a good stop to add to your list! read more

Whatisit? High quality Peruvian/Venezuelan rotisserie chicken in front. Speakeasy with 55 bourbons and whiskeys in the back. And a young crowd. I came for the food and was impressed. The macaroni and cheese with chicken and plantain was excellent!! Checked out the speakeasy in the back and clearly not the place for a married older man. Seemed like fun. Limited food menu, but not as complete as the fast comfort food in front. The back had a nice bar behind the freezer door. Nice to have in the neighborhood. And good enough to overlook not belonging to enjoy a quick quality meal. read more

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For late-night delivery on my first night in D.C, this spot popped up as almost a perfect rating so it was a must-try. Quality flavors on the chicken with some tasty peppers and rice/beans on the side. Wish the pieces of chicken were slightly better, but the meat was good. read more

Chicken + Whiskey - 1/2 Chicken Mix - Venezuelan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The bar itself is really fun, but this review is mostly for the Espresso Self cocktail. I could happily drink this every weekend, so if you're generally a fan of espresso martinis, I highly recommend you order this! So incredibly delicious and well made. Aside from that, the speakeasy has a great vibe. It was packed when I went there on a Friday night, but it was very easy to meet new people or just have fun with your own group. Definitely a gem! read more

We didn't try the chicken, just the whiskey in the speakeasy. It was PACKED on Friday night, as one would expect. The music and lights were really fun, the drink I had was good jungle boogy)! I wanted to try their house made fireball and their PB&J shots but I didn't get a chance, I would love to go back again! My boyfriend brought me here to surprise me with the speakeasy. I walked in seeing a regular chicken restaurant, very confused. Why would he take me here, we just ate? But we continued on the the back where there was a big freezer door and a guy checking IDs. So cool! read more

Chicken + Whiskey - Bar in the speakeasy area - Venezuelan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The chicken is extraordinary, as is the overall quality of their food, both in terms of taste and how healthy it is. Per dollar, it has to be some of the best fast casual in DC, if not anywhere. I would come here everyday if I could. The only reason this is four-star instead of five-star is that they include a Worker Surcharge (don't remember the name exactly but some kind of fee for labor that is passed onto the consumer directly) even on gift card purchases. It is 3.75 percent or something thereabouts. You then pay that same surcharge again, presumably, when you use the gift card. Because I bought the gift card specifically because they have a "buy $100 in gift card and it is worth $120 deal," this was a bit maddening. The surcharge's imposition on a gift card annihilates around 20 percent of the savings from the gift card purchase, which is already a bit of a hassle, as it can only be done in-person. The food is excellent, and I will remain a customer. My sensibilities as a consumer of food wouldn't have it any other way. But including this type of surcharge (hefty to begin with for fast casual) even on a gift card is so absurd as to border on offensive. My sensibilities as a spender of money are pretty taken aback by this practice, and it would be a dealbreaker if the food weren't so extraordinary. read more

I really wanted to love this place. A polleria that serves Peruvian style chicken and arepas. The service was fine the staff friendly. However, the chicken was really dry. I'm not talking about the breast and wing , I'm talking about the leg quarter. How can this come out dry ? The arepitas? I can't tell what they tasted like. I give two stars for the friendly staff. I'll maybe try another time and update. read more

Chicken + Whiskey - Venezuelan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The reggeaton matches the vibe in this place! I love a place where you can get a fresh and quick lunch or bite and this is it! Want a light beer with that lunch? This is it! Looking for a wrap, salad, or sandwich lunch? This is it. Friendly service, upbeat environment and a full bar makes this one happening place. Now for the food: - the salad was very large and had a lot of their signature breaded and fried chicken. It is a little on the salty side but their sauces and dressings break it up. I wish the salad had black beans for extra fiber and protein but it was satisfying! - sandwiches: on the smaller side but still delicious. They give you two sauces and one is mild and the other is spicy. Both complement the chicken well. They have Peruvian soda and a few other drinks which make it fun. Recommend it if you need a quick bite or take out! read more

Outstanding food and friendly service - lived up to the reputation. We ended up getting the whole chicken and it was definitely worth it.

Weird service model and very dirty inside - due to other patrons but still. Confusing bar ordering. Essentially half club, chipotle model, and the a walk up bar outside? read more

I LOVE THIS PLACE! I came in for lunch today and was pleased from start to finish. First, when you walk in, the whole sprint is upbeat, with pumping music by artists like Rodrigo Ugarte. I ordered the 1/4 chicken with sides of yucca and plantains. Highlights: -The chicken was soooo tender and juicy! Cooked to perfection and seasoned with excellence. -Plantains were nicely seasoned--which isn't super common but was delicious. They had just the right amount of bite. -The yucca was just fantastic, with just the right amount of crisp on the outside. Like, I'm about to cry because it was all so good. -They have Guaraná and Inca Kola, from Brazil and Perú, respectively. I rarely see these drinks around here, so that was awesome! -The open seating area is simple and usable. It's all just great! I will DEFINITELY be back here...a lot. My one bone to pick with Chicken + Whiskey is that they need a Navy Yard location ASAP :-) I'm quite certain this is the best $10 meal I've ever had in D.C. Five stars all around! read more

Chicken + Whiskey - 1/4 white chicken with yucca and plantains - Venezuelan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This place really is outstanding! Whenever I am looking for an affordable and filling lunch I am always sure to stop by chicken + whiskey. I always go for the half chicken which is cooked perfectly each and every time. Be sure to try their Yuca fries as they're some of the best I've had and they pair perfectly with the sauces. I wish they had a spicier sauce option but the yellow sauce really tastes great with the chicken! The plantains are also outstanding here so be sure to try these out as well. Sometimes this place can be super busy especially around 6 pm so be sure to budget your time appropriately as you may be waiting a little while to place your order at the window. This is by far one of my favorite spots in all of Washington, DC and I'd highly recommend visiting here! read more

Chicken + Whiskey - Venezuelan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Great pricing and quick service - we ordered 1/2 Chicken White with Arepitas and Sweet Plantains ($15.94 after tax). The chicken was very juicy and tender but also very salty. The Arepitas were bland but crispy. We loved the Home Made Aji Amarillo Sauce and asked for another serving - it made the Arepitas way better! Our favorite item was by far the Sweet Plantains - the pieces were perfectly caramelized. We loved it so much we ordered more for takeout to enjoy later on! read more

Chicken + Whiskey - 1/2 Chicken White, Sweet Plantains, and Arepitas - Venezuelan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The food here is really good! The yucca fries are amazing and have a variety of dipping sauces. Picking up food here is chaotic though.

Finally tried Chicken + Whiskey and I was pleased! After a long day of day drinking for St. Paddy's Day, this place hit the spot. And yes, I would eat here sober : ) We had drank enough for the day, so there was no drinking of whiskey (or any more alcohol at this point). The chicken here is actually rotisserie Peruvian style chicken. For some reason, I had envisioned this place as a wings spot in my head. I ordered the quarter chicken and two sides (rice & beans and roasted corn). Everything was delicious, but I don't understand why there was a $1 upcharge for the roasted corn. I mean it was good yes, but why an upcharge? I think the portions for the sides were a bit small from what I'm used to at a typical Peruvian eatery. The sauces were really good, especially the spicy one. I started following them on social media (well IG) and every month they give away $30 giftcards using #postforpollo so post those pics and you just might win : ) Hopefully it's me! Would I come back? Absolutely! Next time, I'll actually try some drinks : ) read more

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I biked here to meet one of my friends for lunch. She mentioned how much she loved this place and she's a vegetarian, so it says a lot to me. They have a bike loop right in front of the door which is convenient. We went inside to order since the walk-up was closed. It's a fast casual place, so once you go through the line the food is pretty much ready. We had a pup with us so we sat outside on the street patio to eat. It wasn't very busy, so there was plenty of seating. I got the Borracho burrito and it was amazing! This thing was solid and was like a brick in my stomach once I finished. It doesn't have a lot of cheap filler ingredients (plenty of chicken, yuca, etc.). They have a speak easy at the back of the restaurant, but as we had to go back to work we didn't get to experience it. read more

Chicken + Whiskey - Borracho Wrap. - Venezuelan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Our meal was amazing. We all ordered the arepas and were blown away by the flavor. Both the beef and chicken were juicy and dressed perfectly. I really enjoyed the bites of plantain. We also got a side of plantain chips and guacamole, which were very good. The only downside is the floor was extremely slick, but I'm not deducting any points because the food was so good. read more