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    Don Pollo

    3.5 (91 reviews)
    Open 10:30 am - 9:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Fred L.

    I had passed this Don Pollo Peruvian chicken spot a few times and finally went in. The restaurant is really nice inside and the staff was very friendly. Since this was my first time getting takeout they explained what some of the sides were and gave me some recommendations on what to order for the family. The chicken had great flavor but the white meat was slightly dry (my family and I prefer dark meat). For the sides we tried the Corn Pico, Chaufa (Fried Rice), Plantains, and Black Beans and Rice and they were all really good. I was surprised at the amount of food that we got for the "Fiesta for 4" family meal. Overall the experience and food was really good and I will definitely be back.

    Chicken with Yuca and Plaintains
    Tommy Y.

    I love some Peruvian Chicken, along with the delicious sides that accommodate it, so my friend and I decided to grab takeout here at the Don Pollo in Bethesda! I've popped into this store a couple times for lunch or early dinner, and it's usually pretty busy, so the service does their best to power through the lunch rush. In my box, I got the chicken with my two favorite sides: Yuca and sweet plantains, and they were absolutely delicious, especially when combined with the sauces they provide. The chicken itself is also pretty tasty, well seasoned but a bit dry in some parts, not a deal breaker by any means, just needed to lather it up with some more sauce.

    Cevhice con Mariscos
    Leemor Y.

    Two words: yuca fries. Ordered takeout from Don pollo: - ceviche de mariscos (3.5/5) - chaufa de mariscos (4/5) - side of yuca (5/5) - plantains (4.5/5) - bean pico (3/5) -tres leches. (5/5) The portions are very big, we definitely had leftovers after. Make sure to wash it all down with an Inca Cola! Also if you don't eat chicken, they have some great alternatives and sides to choose from. I would be happy to order from here again.

    Loryn C.

    1.5 stars. Even though this place seems to serve pretty authentic Peruvian food, the quality of everything is pretty average. The customer service, however, is terrible. We walked in and I asked the lady up front some questions in regards to how they cook their food. She was very rude and gave me terrible attitude. At the end of our conversation I ordered the Lomo Saltado. She charged me $3 more than what was stated on their menu. I asked her about this and she said they haven't updated their menus. Ok w/e. I waited 25 minutes for my meal. Man it took a while. While the food looked good, presentation wise, it was, again, average. It came with fries and for some reason they put the beef mixed in with the fries. They were soggy afff. These would have been pretty delicious but they were wet. It was kind of gross. The beef wasn't too bad. It just didn't have enough flavor to it to call it amazing. I like that they gave a lot though. I ate everything in my meal except for the fries. They made me lose some of my appetite. I won't be coming back. I can't deal with their costumer facing workers. Also, food isn't good enough for me to come back. If you value the same things then don't bother coming.

    Sandie S.

    Oof. Got takeout for dinner from this location and started to feel sick about halfway through my meal. I went to throw the remainder of my food out and found a short black hair in the corn pico. Needless to say, I won't be ordering from here again.

    Pollo Saltado being made with personal touch to it. Must have.
    Tanvir A.

    Pollo Saltado and Manager David's service with attention to detail about customer's ask will make this business a huge success. I Highly recommend this place because of this authenticate taste and cleanileaa.

    Mason S.

    It was my worst meal, during my meal I found a hair in my food. And I ordered mash potato and it tasted like garlic. Disappointing. Please see the pictures

    Chicken chauffa rice and black bean pico!

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    Delicious food and great atmosphere! Came here when I was getting my car serviced and it was a wonderful experience.

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    The chicken and side dishes were good. We also like the convenient location near Montgomery Mall on Westlake!

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    My go to for Peruvian-style chicken in Bethesda. Relatively affordable, and perfect for carry out.

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    3.8(85 reviews)
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    Ehhh...I was hoping for something better but got just ok…read more Located in Pike and Rose off Old Georgetown Rd, it's situated in a really good area. I went around 6 pm on a Saturday and it was pretty empty at the time. There are kiosks that you can order at or you can order at the counter. I ordered the 3 wings (whole) and a side of fries. I didn't have to wait long and when I got my bag the food was hot!!!! I probably should have gotten what they are known for (chicken sandwiches) but I wanted wings badly. The fries were good but could've used just a little more time in the grease to make them a bit crispier. The wings were served hot and fresh out the grease. I was expecting great and got just ok. The wings lacked flavor and could have been fried a tad bit longer for a crispier bite. I was almost afraid that they were undercooked, so I ate only one wing out of caution. I will go back, but only for reputable menu items and not the wings. Also...the restaurant was fairly clean (likely bc it was empty) but could have used a once over as it appeared that the dining floors were swept but the dirt was left in a corner; this could appear as if the restaurant wasn't a tidy as it needed to be. Overall, I'll give it 3.5 out of 5 stars.

    I dropped by Roaming Rooster because I was having a fried chicken craving, and I wanted to try…read moresomething a bit new. Although I've seen quite a few Roaming Roosters sprout up in the area, I figured that it was time to try out the food. For my order, I went with the chicken tenders (3-4 pieces) and a cup of fries. The order was about $14 without tip. I thought the portion size of the tenders and fries were pretty good based on what I have received from other chicken spots in the area. An order of fries is about four bucks (I didn't see any combo meals on the menu), but you will receive A LOT of fries. If you are dining with someone, you might want to split an order of fries unless you are super hungry. The tenders, which have three spice levels (mild, medium and hot) will come out PIPING hot, which is a good thing. I even had to wait a few minutes to eat the chicken because the food was so hot. I guess this definitely is a good thing if you are doing take out because the food will not be cold as ice by the time you arrive home...depending on how far you live from the restaurant. Overall, I thought the food was delicious, and the spice level of medium just was what I was looking for. I thought it was kind of funny/interesting that the chicken tenders were served on a plain white piece of bread with three pickles, but I guess that's just how Roaming Rooster does it. Perhaps, the bread is there to soak up some of the oil from the chicken, which I guess is a good thing. The fries were pretty awesome because they reminded me a bit of the fries from Five Guys, which I LOVE. Service was fine. One of the workers seemed to be a bit grumpy, but the woman who took my order had a nicer attitude. I stopped by around 6/7 pm so maybe the worker was just over their workday...a mental state that probably all of us has experienced on multiple occasions. The restaurant has a decent dining area with a small outdoor section (I believe there is an upper dining area too). Personally, I was not a fan of the outdoor dining section because it shares a walkway where customers/delivery people are entering and leaving the restaurant.

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    Very good chicken sandwich, and waffle fries are sooo good and super crispy!…read more Also there mint beverage was really a must

    This fried chicken could actually rival that of local chicken sandwich chain Roaming Rooster. That…read morewas my first thought when I opened the box of my Honey Butter Buzz chicken sandwich. Eaten fresh at the gas station, the chicken was still steaming after I took my first few bites. I ordered it "spicy" and it was just the right level for me. Like Roaming Rooster's honey butter chicken sandwich, Nash and Smashed's also has cheese in it, which I think overpowered the honey butter oozing from the top of the chicken. The chicken itself, though, was delicious and juicy. I got a side of their creamy signature sauce in the bag, but I did not really need it since there was already plenty of sauce for me inside the sandwich. It probably would have gone well with their waffle fries had I gotten them. The sandwich alone was enough to fill me up. A big reason for me coming to Nash and Smashed was a 3.99 deal for the Oh My Thigh chicken sandwich that they advertised on their Instagram page. I was bummed to learn this location was not doing it. This gas station version of their menu didn't even have that chicken on it, so the worker had no idea what I was talking about. Just a warning if you see any deal on their social media page. There's stool seating on the side with a lovely view of the gas station and Connecticut Ave out the window. There was enough room for four to five people. Another comparison to Roaming Rooster, the chicken sandwich prices are a little cheaper than RR's. Only a few menu items sound similar, but Nash and Smashed has a larger selection of burgers, chicken buckets, sides, and drinks. FWIW some guys next to me raved about their hamburgers, especially the sauce.

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    5.6 mi
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    The fried chicken is really good! We got honey garlic and the original. They were delicious! Don't…read moreforget the radish-- it makes each bite flavorful and fresh. I would definitely go again if I'm craving Korean fried chicken :) Love the Korean music playing in the restaurant. It's a nice, chill, yet fun vibe.

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