Roaming Rooster

4.3 (199 reviews)

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Monica K.

Stopped by the Roaming Rooster truck today for lunch. I think the hype and press the truck got from the "fried chicken sandwich wars" between fast food restaurants factored into this, but the line was incredibly long around 1:15pm. I waited for about 40 minutes from the time I got in the line to the time I received my order. Not sure I would do that again too often, but I was caught up in the hype too. I ended up going with the honey butter fried chicken sandwich. They also have a buffalo, Nashville hot, and regular option. The menu also includes fries, drinks, pickles, etc. I only waited about 10 minutes after placing my order. My sandwich was hot and totally worth the wait. I let my boyfriend have a bite and he wanted to eat the entire thing! It was the right amount of sweet, crunchy, and simple. I will definitely be back, maybe once the press dies down a bit, to try more options.

Billy V.

Came here on a Sunday evening and it was booming. The line was wrapped around the tables and we had to wait at least 30mins. We knew at this point it was probably worth the wait. And it totally was. All my friends got different items off the menu so I got to try them all. Wings (medium heat) - I dont handle spice well but this had the perfect amount of kick to it. The meat was juicy and the batter was crispy delicious Fried chicken (medium heat) - This bad boy came with like 3 pieces of chicken inside and it was a handful. Just like the wings the spices and batter was delicious Nashville Sandwich (hot heat) This one was way too spicy for me but if you like heat this is for you without a doubt Buffalo Sandwich This one was good too but my least favorite I felt like there was too much sauce, but still a good sandwich Sides The fries were so so nothing that made it stand out. The mac and cheese is normal as well I wouldnt say it's bad or good. Their spicy mayo and mustard sauce is my favorite. Drinks I got the half and half and it was a little sweet for me so I drank some and poured some water in to dilute it Pro: -Everything was delicious, I cant even compare it to Popeye's cause Roaming Rooster is in a different league Cons: -Not enough space and seating inside Tips: -If you come with friends try to order different items and then share with one another so you get the whole experience. -Try to preorder if you can to save time

Chuq Y.

I was on vacation a couple of weeks ago and some coworkers mentioned that I needed to try this food truck when I got back, so lo and behold, it was near my office again so I decided to try them out. I ordered the Nashville Hot Chicken sandwich with the heat level of Hot (Get Ready Fire) because I love fried chicken and I love hot and I also love sandwiches, but I'm not usually a fan of chicken sandwiches because they are usually too dry. This sandwich was not. I also ordered a side of fries with sriracha mayo. Everything was delicious! The chicken didn't seem that spicy as part of the sandwich. I did have a piece of chicken that fell out of my sandwich, and that was legit spicy when eaten separately. Only then did I notice that I was sweating. It was definitely worth the sweat. I wonder if there is a spicy food diet? yum! The slaw that came on and around the sandwich was quite oniony, so be aware of that if you don't like onions or are a close talker. My fries were very slightly disappointing, but hear me out. I think I got the bottom of the bag, because I think I had three fries that were longer than an inch. It probably would have been easier to eat them with a spoon. BUT... one of my coworkers said that the fried to middle ratio was much greater. True. True. Had I thought about them as little fried potato pieces (like a deconstructed hash brown) I wouldn't have thought twice. I'm sure it happens at the bottom of each bag of fries, so I can't be mad about it, but thought it was worth mentioning. I'll definitely get food from here again. Like I said, I love fried chicken, spicy and sandwiches.

Danny K.

This is my favorite chicken sandwich food truck! They are parked near me twice a week, which is convenient if I ever crave for it during the week. Highly recommend any of their chicken sandwiches, and you will not be disappointed! Their Nashville Chicken Sandwich is quite good, and you can get it spicier if you really want a good kick. The Honey Butter Chicken Sandwich is definitely on the opposite side of the spectrum on the taste buds since this one is sweet and light. If you haven't had the chance to check it out, do yourself a favor, and give it a try! I recommend it to all of my coworkers.

Federico G.

Had a good experience - super quick service and when you need a quick chicken sandwich , it hits the spot. The only thing is that the prices do not include a beverage or side. Price is per sandwich , not combos

Farhat K.

Once a week, for like 2 minutes, I go on foodtruckfiesta to see what food trucks are relatively close by. Then I cross reference them with yelp to make sure it's something that I'm looking for. Well lucky for me, Roaming Rooster is my perfect option based on personal research. I had to walk a bit to Franklin Square where they set up shop for the day but I'll tell you right now it was worth it. The line wasn't too long and I already knew I wanted to try their honey butter fried chicken sandwich with coleslaw, and fries on the side. Once back in the office, I went to work and devoured this meal. The sandwich tasted so damn good. The crispy fried chicken was juicy and full of flavor, with the sharpness of the cheddar cheese and the sweetness of the honey butter/coleslaw making my tastebuds do the dirty dance. I would take breaks between bites of the sandwich to eat the fries with sriracha mayo which was also fantastic. It was slightly pricey but I would recommend this meal to everyone and I'll definitely be back for more!

Honey butter chicken sandwich with cheese

Aaron B.

First time trying out food from here as I was looking for something new to try. Won't be the last as I want to try other things on the menu. Placed order online because of COVID-19. Went to the food truck and they had my order ready when I got there. Nice and tender chicken and the honey butter was a nice touch. Very juicy and very good.

Buffalo fried chicken sandwich with fries

Laura W.

My husband and I chose Roaming Rooster for dinner at Midnite BBQ (on this note, I won tickets through Yelp which I appreciated, but this event was a total cluster and I would have been super mad if we had purchased tickets for this event as the $35 admission included zero, zilch, nothing). The service was awkward. It was cash only, which is why I suspect they had no line. We had to ask for a fork, napkins, and sauces more than once. It looked like only one person was cooking and they seemed ill-prepared even for the small, 5 order crowd. My husband ordered the buffalo fried chicken sandwich and added fries. The fry portion was very generous for $2 BUT they were cold and mostly limp. The sandwich, however, had a nice kick from the buffalo sauce but did not contain the advertised blue cheese. The chicken to bread ratio was satisfactory. I ordered the fried chicken and coleslaw. The coleslaw was vinegar based and had some jalapenos thrown in which I enjoyed. It was good, but the portion was completely overwhelming to the amount of chicken. The fried chicken was pre-cut and the portion seemed larger than that on my husband's sandwich. It was well cooked (like as in not raw) and between not dry but not juicy. I liked the sriracha mayo and the honey mustard for dipping. While this was the best option on offer, I doubt I would return to Roaming Rooster if I saw it again. It's not that anything was bad, it just wasn't that great either.

Lydia A.

Ordered take out here with some friends to support local during quarantine. I got the fried chicken salad and a side of fries. It was delicious and the price is great. It was a lot of food and the chicken was spicy spicy, even at a medium. Definitely coming back!

Kimi Z.

I was craving fried chicken so I decided to order from Roaming Rooster. This was my second time ordering from here and both times the fried chicken was tender, crispy and very flavorful. I can never finish the sandwiches since they're so big! I recommend the spicy Nashville chicken sandwich if you're feeling spicy (it has a nice kick to it), or the honey butter chicken sandwich if you're craving comfort food. The fries are good too and i love pairing it with their honey mustard.

Honey butter fried chicken sandwich with fries

Anna P.

I will start off with.. BEST CHICKEN SANDWICH possibly ever! I am from Mississippi and I know my chicken sandwiches. I have tried so many chicken sandwiches in DC and this is far the best in the area. I've been wanting to try their chicken sandwiches for about a year but have not been able to find any of their trucks due to schedule conflicts and truck locations. However, today a truck was in my neighborhood and I tried it. The workers were very nice and fast. There was a line for the truck but the food came out very fast. I only waited about 5 minutes. I tried both the honey butter fried chicken sandwich and the Nashville hot chicken sandwich. The great thing about roaming rooster is you can choose how spicy you want any of the sandwiches to be. I ordered the honey butter with medium spicy. The honey butter flavor is unreal! The medium spicy was just enough to give it a solid heat kick. I also tried the Nashville hot and it was good too! It had more of a hot sauce heat/flavor and it was accompanied with good slaw and pickles! The honey butter was by far the best! Also, their fries are super good! Highly recommend.

Nina C.

Freaking Amazing!!!!! A friend had read an article about this joint and asked if my husband and I had been here yet (at the time we have not), so we decided to check it out and see if the article lived up to our chicken sandwich expectations; it really did! The chicken is juicy and tender and the slaw isn't over powering in the sandwich. These sandwiches beats Chick-Fil-A any day!!! It's also a 20 min drive from where we live, but it's definitely worth the trip! Pregnant woman approved!

Honey butter fried chicken sandwich from the food truck ($10)

Gellie E.

Ever since the chicken sandwich craze started and Roaming Rooster's sandwich went viral, I had to see for myself because I'm bandwagon like that. Luckily for me, the Roaming Rooster food truck was parked right outside of my office, so I finally got the chance to try it - because let's be real - their brick and mortar is not centrally located. Only one other person was in line ahead of me when I approached the truck at lunch time (~1pm). Everyone else was already queued up waiting for their sandwiches. I ordered the honey butter fried chicken sandwich (pretty self-explanatory but also comes with cheddar cheese) which cost $10 even. I'm assuming it was mild (you can choose mild, medium, or hot for heat level) because I didn't specify (and they didn't ask), and my mouth wasn't on fire. My sandwich was ready 15 minutes later. The sandwich is good. The chicken was crunchy and moist, as fried chicken should be. The soft bread holds up to the chicken while still giving it contrast. The cheddar cheese didn't add anything to the sandwich. The honey butter gave the chicken a hint of sweetness, but unfortunately there was a puddle of melted honey butter at the bottom of my container (but it was still good for dipping). Ultimately these components did not lead to a sandwich that I will crave. People have said that this is the best chicken sandwich, but I would argue that compared to the $3 to $6 sandwiches at Popeyes and Chick-fil-A, it better be. For $10, it is on the pricey side for just a sandwich, but the serving size is fair. I chose not to add on fries ($2 extra), but if I did, that would have given me two lunches. I still want to try their classic fried chicken sandwich, and next time I will opt for the fries. But until then, four stars.

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Stephen N.

7 years ago

Absolute catastrophe! Waited which was fine, the staff was very pleasant the restaurant was nice and clean. After the 35min wait. We received two chicken fingers on a bun, REALLY!!! Not the chicken breast that was advertised. I tried to contact the location for 45min no response. My son did the challenge with the other two popular restaurants take a look to see who the winner was. Lightingean on Instagram. Not worth the wait or time. read more

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DivaJocelyn R.

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10 years ago

So I ordered the honey butter fried chicken sandwich for myself and a buffalo chicken fried chicken sandwich for a coworker and a order of fries. Well the guy who took my order charged me just for two sandwiches. So the cook heard me say fries And inquired with the guy who took my order. I overheard them and said I ordered fries. He asked me for cash for the fries I told him that I wasnt going to run my card for $2 so his response was "Oh well". Customer service was horrible and when we got our food it wasn't even good. What a waste of breathe time and money! It was sloppily put in the container, not enough buffalo sauce or honey butter and too much slaw. read more

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Amber D.

9 years ago

The honey butter chicken sandwich is great and I love the slaw (I get mine on the side). The chicken is crispy and the slaw has a great spice thanks to the jalapeno peppers. The sandwich by itself is filling, so I never had the fries because I think I would be too stuffed. For $9.00, I think the sandwich is a good size and their is plenty of chicken on it. The flavor of the chicken is tasty and the honey butter just adds something to it. In my opinion, this sandwich is way better than a Chik-fil-A chicken sandwich. Go to this food truck if you want a satisfying and delicious lunch. read more

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Ashley M.

10 years ago

I ordered the Buffalo Chicken sandwich with fries and it was delicious. The chicken was flavorful and the fries were hot and crispy. I downed my entire meal in minutes. I hope this truck comes back to Franklin Park soon. read more

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Seph C.

10 years ago

High quality ingredients, great service, and a fried chicken filet you'll love. Try it with Buffalo or Honey Fried and the Jalapeño slaw is a delicious addition. Bread on the sandwiches is high quality and the fries are awesome - if the sandwich doesn't have you totally full up already :) If they're in your area, go get it! read more

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Derek J.

10 years ago

Went to the food truck when they were in my neighborhood today. The Honey Butter Fried Chicken sandwich was amazing. The only downside is the long wait because they make each sandwich to order (took them about 10 minutes today). The most standout part of the sandwich is that it is not greasy at all. The sandwiches all come with jalapeno coleslaw, but it is lightly dressed and not too spicy so don't worry about getting it on there if you don't like spice. Get it with fries, very good as well. Mentioned they are exploring a brick and mortar store. If so, I'd advise a certain Southern chicken sandwich chain that just moved into DC to keep their eyes peeled. read more

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Andrew C.

9 years ago

Discovered this gem during my lunch break. I've gotten their buffalo chicken sandwich several times and it never disappoints!

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Patricia K.

10 years ago

Hit food truck row a block away from the Air and Space Museum for lunch. Ordered the fried chicken - best ever! Perfectly seasoned and crispy on the outside, juicy and tender chicken breast inside. No bones, no weird fatty bits, just absolute perfection. Highly recommend! read more

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Ritish B.

7 years ago

Great Nashville fried chicken. Only had time to try one food truck in DC and I'm glad it was this one!

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Terry R.

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10 years ago

Love the honey butter fried chicken sandwich with the jalapeno slaw. Fried beautifully, great flavors. The fries are good too - but after eating the sandwich I just don't have room for them! read more

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Peggy B.

10 years ago

Great food truck in a town with a lot of mediocre ones. Love the option to get fried chicken on slaw as a salad (no bun). It's the perfect size for a lunch that's slightly indulgent but doesn't makek me want to take a nap. People who like a little sauce might want to get one of the condiments they offer. The breading on the chicken has nice seasoning and the jalapeno in the slaw adds the perfect kick. read more

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J W.

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10 years ago

Too much bun and thin slice of fried chicken. Coleslaw was very bland too. Not worth the price.

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L. S.

8 years ago

Update - I am now on a Nashville hot chicken kick. It is SO good, and genuinely sweaty-spicy if you get the hottest version. Pair that with honey mustard, and YUM. I don't even get the sandwich, I just get the fried breast, which they helpfully cut up so it can be eaten like so many chicken nuggets. read more

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Sanaa E.

7 years ago

best fried chicken sandwich ive ever had in my entire life! and i don't think i will ever get tired if this place!! if you are wondering what to get from this place get the honey butter chicken sandwich! their greens are amazing & their honey mustard is great too! read more

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Matthew F.

8 years ago

Not the best buffalo chicken sandwich, But the chicken was very good I think I would've liked one of the other sandwiches little more. The fries were delicious read more

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Pj C.

10 years ago

The best fried chicken sandwich, so freaking good. I can't stop talking about it. I had the honey butter fried chicken sandwich with cheese and no slaw. the fries are so good. read more

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Mandla D.

8 years ago

Amazing chicken. Cooked right, perfect roll, good fries. This is an awesome meal, but be prepared to get sleepy around 3PM if you go at lunch! read more

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K B.

10 years ago

Yum!! This is my favorite food truck that I've encountered so far out in the VA suburbs. Tried the honey butter sandwich and the regular but the honey butter was the standout. The chicken was perfectly cooked and there was more than I was expecting after reading some of the other yelp reviews. The vinegar based jalapeno slaw had just the right amount of kick to it and it complemented the chicken perfectly. Unfortunately, they were out of the buffalo chicken which we'll definitely try next time. Fries were also good but the sandwich was outstanding! Definitely give it a try, you won't be disappointed! read more

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Shayna T.

10 years ago

I ate the fried chicken sandwich today and enjoyed it immensely. IT had just the perfect spicy Bite that made everything come together. Can't wait to try the Buffalo or honey butter chicken sandwich. read more

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Jay W.

8 years ago

This is one of the best food truck lunches I've tasted. Strongly recommend the honey butter chicken sandwich - the butter was an amazing and delicious surprise. I'm glad I got there early to beat the rush. Hopefully they keep coming back to the State Department on Thursdays! read more

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Vershaun T.

10 years ago

The Roaming Rooster was remarkable! The crispy honey buttered, buttermilk chicken was oh so delightful to the taste buds. It laid comfortably on a sweet bed of crispy slaw, topped with honey mustard. Oh MY, MY, MY! I will be back again to Farragut Friday's looking for the Roaming Rooster truck. Do your mouth and taste buds a favor and treat them to this Mouth watering goodness! read more

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Alexis D.

272

9 years ago

initially the only reason I stopped at this truck was because it was the shortest line at truckeroo (even tho it was still about a 40 min wait) so I was just upset because of that.... but as far as the food it was pretty good. i would come back to try it again outside of a festival if I saw it on the street or something read more

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Robin E.

9 years ago

Well, based on the other reviews, maybe I just ordered the wrong thing but this was very solidly in the "Meh" category for me. The mountain of fries (I'm certainly not complaining about the AMOUNT of bang for your buck here) consisted of some very delicious hot and crispy fries and a lot of tepid and soggy fries. The fried chicken breast is basically just pieces of fried white meat chicken breast that have been torn apart (nothing like what I see on the sandwiches in the pictures). The breading was very tasty but the chicken itself was quite dry and not very hot. Now, I will say that I got there after the big lunch rush so maybe that was the reason for the issues above but, if so, they should have made fresh instead of serving stuff that sat under the heat lamps too long. I'd've waited. :) read more

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Jay S.

9 years ago

Great fried chicken sandwich and solid fries. I recommend the slaw, which is vinegar based and has just the right amount of heat from jalapenos. read more

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Karmen D.

9 years ago

I am a chicken aficionado and this is by far, hands, down, 100%, my favorite chicken sandwich of all time. The chicken is perfectly breaded and seasoned, yet juicy at the same time. The icing on top is the coleslaw on top (those jalapeños!). Don't forget to add a side of fries! read more

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Jared P.

10 years ago

I was looking forward to eating here all day. I finally get to lunch time and they wouldn't take my order. Seriously, I'm standing there like an idiot at the front of the line for at least five minutes while they take other people's complaints, get sauce for other people, take other food back and exchange it pretty much anything other than take my order. I finally said F$#@! it and went somewhere else and so should you. read more

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Denise H.

10 years ago

I got the buttermilk fried chicken breast (alone, not as a sandwich) with a side of fries. I was pleasantly surprised that I received 3 pieces of fried chicken for only $5 and a large helping of fries for $2 more. They discount the fries from $3.50 to only $2 if you add them to your order (whether ordering a sandwich or just the chicken breast alone). The fries are twice fried and crispy on the outside, soft on the inside with the perfect amount of salt. The chicken is delicious. Free range and very moist with a great buttermilk fry. Sauces are included free of charge (ketchup, honey mustard or sriracha mayo). I tried the homemade honey mustard and really enjoyed it. Service was friendly and fast and food tasted great. Will definitely return! read more

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John K.

9 years ago

This is the best goddamn chicken sandwich in the goddamn business. If you don't order the honey butter, we can't be friends.

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Julia W.

9 years ago

Their honey butter chicken sandwich was absolutely fantastic! I got a side order of fries but didn't end up eating many of them because the sandwich was so filling. read more

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Emma B.

10 years ago

Chicken is perfect, I got buffalo chicken. Only small complaint is it's just a sauce on top and not infused in the crust. Fries are delicious and I got the sirachi mayo. Long and fast line, can't ask for more. read more

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P T.

9 years ago

Awesome, Awesome Awesome! !!The chicken is to die for. Fresh and juicy. Better than the chicken sandwich place. My kids even loved it. I am for sure a repeat customer. The staff is so friendly and accommodating. Simply the best. read more

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Julia F.

9 years ago

DELICIOUS. Went today for lunch at Metro Center. The buffalo fried chicken sandwich with slaw ($9) was so good it honestly made my day. Highly recommend. read more

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Julie B.

9 years ago

Perfect honey butter chicken sandwich. Chicken was crispy, roll was soft, honey butter was sweet, and slaw was a nice acidic contrast. $8.5 for the regular sandwich, $9 for honey butter. read more

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Tiffany G.

10 years ago

I've been clocking Roaming Rooster for awhile now. When I saw that they were at Metro Center I snatched my coat and ran straight there! Roaming Rooster is now one of my favorite food trucks. They probably got the best chicken sandwich & fries I've ever had!! I can't wait to go back!!!! read more

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Jarrell C.

272

10 years ago

The best fried chicken sandwich in town. I ordered the honey butter chicken sandwich with slaw and was amazed at how good the sandwich is. I am really not a big fan of Chicken and cheddar cheese but they really made that combo work with the addition of honey butter and slaw. The fries were fresh as well and plenty of food was given. Well worth the price. read more

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John B.

9 years ago

I went today according to their good reviews on yelp and the food was terrible. bread smelled funny and the chicken wasn't cooked and there was little blood. disgusting read more

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Bruno C.

9 years ago

The Rooster just Rocks! Best fried chicken breast and fresh jalapeno slaw on the planet. No mayo! Wish they camped out permanently at Farragut. read more

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Jas U.

10 years ago

This truck is legit!!!! They clearly have some culinary expertise on the truck. The coleslaw is phenomenal. The crew is friendly. The chicken is amazing!!!! Of you see this truck, its a must have lunch. read more

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An B.

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9 years ago

I was going to give this four stars, but found myself continually returning to this food truck for lunch. Guess it is addicting! Absolutely delicious chicken sandwich, one of the best I've found so far. The honey butter version especially is tasty, even decadent, as you can taste the honey butter dripping off the chicken. The chicken is crispy throughout and juicy, and they are not stingy on the portion size (i.e., the chicken to bread ratio is nice!). The bread itself is good, not soggy or too formless. I had gotten slaw as well (you have to request it, at no extra cost). Initially a wonderful complement to the chicken (with a slight kick), they have since changed the slaw components (cilantro?) so more recently the slaw has been an afterthought. Finally, it was $2 to add fries (no brainer!). The fries were delicious and freshly made; I especially enjoyed dipping them in the honey mustard sauce (you get to choose two sauces). Would recommend this food truck if you saw it around DC though get ready for a food coma afterwards! read more

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More info about Roaming Rooster

(202) 507-8734
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Hours

What time does Roaming Rooster open?

Roaming Rooster opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

What time does Roaming Rooster close?

Roaming Rooster closes at 2:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Roaming Rooster is closed on Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 11:00 AM - 2:00 PMSat-Sun Closed

Payment methods

Does Roaming Rooster take credit cards?

Yes, Roaming Rooster takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Roaming Rooster have catering options?

Yes, Roaming Rooster does have catering options.

Does Roaming Rooster serve alcohol?

No, Roaming Rooster does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Roaming Rooster have TVs?

No, Roaming Rooster does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Roaming Rooster have bike parking?

Yes, Roaming Rooster has bike parking.

Does Roaming Rooster have outdoor seating?

No, Roaming Rooster does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Roaming Rooster have parking?

Yes, Roaming Rooster has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Roaming Rooster wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Roaming Rooster is wheelchair accessible.

Does Roaming Rooster have free WiFi?

No, Roaming Rooster does not have free WiFi.

Ask the Community - Roaming Rooster

I heard this place is halal, is that true?

I haven't asked them first hand, but found this entry on a third-party website which says it is: https://www.zabihah.com/biz/3gVjYjSiOz?msg=… Read more

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Where does the food truck set up in DC?

I'm not sure there is a set schedule. Follow their twitter for the latest updates: https://twitter.com/roamingrooster1

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Do you ever come to the Tysons office area? I see a lot of food trucks there but I really want to have your chicken. Please consider coming to the Tysons Corner area in Virginia.

They are amazing, but are based in the upper part of DC and I don't think they are licensed to serve in VA.

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Can you hear the angels sing? that was my first thought when I saw the sandwich.Ni explanation…read moreneeded. The pastrami is very nice. stacked high. They add an extra piece of bread on the bottom as well. It can feed a crowd so to speak. If they were to open a BBQ joint, I would be inclined to try it for sure. I bought duck pate too.

After thoroughly enjoying the Stachowski's legendary grinder sub a few times, I took a chance on…read moretheir so-called pastrami sandwich yesterday. As a lifelong fan of classic NY deli (ie Katz's) I had long heard of Stachowski's facsimile. In short, it was a thorough disappointment. Taste-wise, the sandwich tasted as if someone had made corned beef in error, then, realized their mistake and threw pastrami seasoning on it and threw it in a smoker at the last minute. It was tough, chewy, and basically inedible. If you've got a hankering for NYC pastrami, you're better served heading up to Katz's. It's worth the trip.

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Roast Beef Sandwich: Rare Roast Beef, Swiss, Coleslaw, and Tiger sauce

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A Litteri

4.5(489 reviews)

3.1 km

•$$

TLDR: must go to food spot in D.C. Truly a gem, decent parking nearby, great service and a large…read morevariety of products in the shop. This is the holy grail for DC SANDWICHES! I have been here over 3 dozen times atleast. I always grab a sandwich and have venture into their homemade pizza dough, pasta sauces, baked goods and more. I've never had anything bad here over several years. They have an online ordering service which makes pick up a lot more easier. Sometimes when it's busy you can expect to wait 20-30 mins on your sandwich, so i usually order in advance. Parking can be touch and go sometimes but there's a free parking garage (up to 3 hours) around the corner.

I've passed by A. Litteri countless times and had been meaning to try it for a while and it…read moredefinitely lived up to the hype! The deli sandwiches are tasty, with very generous portions. I ordered a half, and it was enough. The atmosphere is great, and I loved browsing the Italian grocery section as well. Service was quick and helpful, which made the experience even better.

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Burgundy wines

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4.4(222 reviews)

1.3 km•Dupont Circle, Downtown

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I know I'm late to the trend, but the sandwich was everything I wanted and more!! So worth the…read morehype! The staff were amazing and so quick as well! The chips add a great crunch and the bread they use was amazing! This will be the perfect lunch all summer long! I will 100% be back!

Have had other great experiences here, but they were out of GF bread on my recent visit…read more Would've been fine, but they didn't know until after I paid and offered to offset with a bag of chips. A little disappointing when the bread is a 5$ up charge and I didn't want chips. So I paid $20 for a salad. Ended up good I accepted the chips because they forgot them as a topping. In the future I will ask them to check for gluten free bread before paying. I appreciate their attention to gluten allergies generally and hope this is an abnormal experience.

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Turkey Caesar Sub

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Grazie Grazie

4.2(483 reviews)

2.7 km

•$$

I love grazie. I have been coming here for years and you can't go wrong. Really always a good…read morechoice if you are looking for top notch but no pretension. Food is always great with enough I think it's enough for two. Very worth it for the food

Haven't been here in a while and was pleasantly surprised! Ordered the Minelli and it was…read moreincredible! The cold cuts were flavorful and thin and paired so well with the red onion and arugula. The bread was sesame crusted and didn't get soggy even with all the fillings. Again, wharf prices can get $$$ so this was $15 and will set you back $17+ with service fee and tax if ordering online. Overpriced but it was delicious and I'm willing to splurge on it as a treat.

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Capo Italian Deli

3.8(338 reviews)

1.8 km

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I live ~10 min drive north from this location. This is my second time coming for a private event…read moreand both times I've come, I've said out loud, "I should order takeout from them once a week!!" They operate a deli counter in the front and a bar / speakeasy in the back. You can rent out the bar space for private events. Last night, we had the space (and a bartender!) to ourselves, along with 3-4 different types of sandwiches. There is something SPECIAL about their seeded Italian bread. The perfect flakiness and texture. I enjoyed the chicken fontina and Italian. The caprese was my least favorite--not sure if they use a balsamic or what, but the flavor wasn't coming through. Before I left, I decided to order a large chicken cheesesteak to take home for lunch the next day. It was a bit of a risk to order a hot sandwich that I would have in the fridge overnight but I heated it up in our air fryer/toaster oven for all of 10 mins and the bread was good (not soggy) and the sandwich itself was delicious. I enjoyed it so much, I didn't stop to take a photo until the last bite :) It's a decent size sandwich--I ate half for lunch (along with my own chips and veggies) and have another half for tomorrow so while it's not cheap, I think it's reasonable.

This place fell way off…read more I was fooled by social media and ordered their Thanksgiving sub... false advertising. Did not look like the video - all bread and extremely SKIMPY. The worst part is they charged me nearly $20 for that abomination. What a rip off. I thought they were decent pre-covid, but apparently they just don't seem to care anymore. Other places make loaded sandwiches... save your money!!

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Fossette Focacceria

4.5(17 reviews)

3.2 km

This sandwich was DELICIOUS! Union market is always busy but I got my food fast and couldn't have…read morebeen happier with the choice! Prices could be better but I feel like it's very on par with the rest of the food options. I'd love to go back and try their other options!

I came to Fossette Focacceria excited to try another sandwich establishment in DC. They have a good…read moreassortment of sandwiches, and I decided to try the Chicken Parm option because I can always appreciate good chicken parm. I will say the focaccia bread was really good - it made the chicken parm itself not feel so heavy. However, I will say the sandwich itself to be underwhelming. The chicken wasn't memorable and it wasn't a good value spot compared to other options in the area. The service itself was pretty speedy considering no one else was ordering from here. The Union Market area is always bustling with folks, but the hype did not align with this spot. I am happy to try this place, and I will consider going back at a future time.

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Grazie Grazie

4.1(93 reviews)

0.8 km•Downtown

Grazie Grazie is my takeout go-to spot when I'm in the city! Two words: Julia's Caesar. This caesar…read moresalad is unlike any other. I've ordered it numerous times and every time -- it's FRESH. I order it with chicken and dressing on the side. You're welcome in advance! NOTE: The salad is about $18 before taxes. Pricey, but it is a good portion, and as I mentioned -- it is always fresh.

This is my second review here. I've had nothing but positive experiences in the past and I love the…read morefood here, but the last few visits have sort of missed the mark for me. I think what has discouraged me from visiting is the overall lack of cleanliness that I've noticed recently. It just seems like the tables and booths haven't been cleaned, there's trash in some places. The food is still good for the most part but the ambiance doesn't match what's going on food-wise. It's kind of a turn off and makes me want to solely take my food to go from now on. I feel like this is a busy location and wish they'd put a little more TLC into it.

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Interior - some unique seating and thank you thank you lights

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Fossette Focacceria

4.5(49 reviews)

0.9 km•Shaw, Downtown

For Bethesda locale in Slice Shop. The Mortazza is the best sandwich in DC - maybe tied with…read moresomething from Bub and Pop's, but the focaccia makes everything mo better. Best mortadella sammie outside of Bologna! Only a slight exaggeration. Wish it was a little bit more of a dining experience, but that's not the point.

I consider myself an Italian sandwich connoisseur and this place was love at first bite!…read more I went with the Tartufo and if all the other sandwiches didn't sound absolutely amazing I would order it every time I go back. Will be back ASAP!!

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Italiano

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The Best Sandwich Place

4.5(438 reviews)

0.4 km•Downtown

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This is a busy little sandwich shop that has a small dining area and some seating out front on the…read moresidewalk. There is metered street parking and commercial lots/garages within a reasonable walking distance from here. They serve wraps, salads, and cold and hot sandwiches. I ordered the Korean Steak Sandwich. It took them about 10 to 15 minutes to prepare my sandwich. They should use a number system for order pickups because people, including myself, had difficulty determining which order they were serving. Many of the sandwich names sounded alike. My sandwich was kind of small for the price, and it wasn't very filling. It was, however, very good. It was flavorful and packed with flavor. The service was ok. It was nothing special. They did their job and did not go beyond or be overly friendly. All in all, I would recommend checking this deli out for some really good sandwiches. They really do live up to their name, the Best Sandwich Place.

3.5 stars! This is a…read moregreat location and they are super quick with making your food & checking you out! I came here after seeing a lot online about their Chicken Caesar Wrap. Personally, don't think the hype meets the expectations. But with that said, it's still a good wrap and I'd get it again but I don't think it's the best wrap I've had or worth going out of your way for. If you're hungry and near by, sure go get it but don't make any special trips just for this wrap. Id love to try their other options on the menu at some point!

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Ed D.

2 years ago

I recently dined here and I would rate it 3.5 stars. The food was okay, but I found it to be very greasy. The menu had a good variety, and the service was pleasant; however, the excessive greasiness of the food was a bit disappointing. Overall, it's a decent place to grab a meal, but I would recommend being mindful of the greasiness in some of the dishes. read more

Brian S.

6 years ago

Incredible tasting chicken sandwiches. The fries are very useful for what they are, and the dinners are sensibly evaluated for the zone. The no contact pickup is simple, as you need to interface with anybody, they simply leave it on the table. read more

Danny A.

7 years ago

Had the best fried chicken sandwich today!! Make sure you get it with the slaw!! I got the honey butter and it was amazing! Love seeing the food truck around DC! The service was very nice and will continue to keep coming back! read more

Conie M.

11 years ago

new truck, i had there fried chicken sandwich with jalapeño coleslaw. it was one of the best food i got from food truck! the chicken was done right not to dry. the fries also was great, please come to union station. read more

Yosef T.

7 years ago

If you are in dmv Area go check out roaming rooster great chicken sandwich very amazing. I love the honey butter chicken sandwich and a Nashville. They have three food trucks. The line is crazy but worth waiting for. read more

Timmy G.

5 years ago

Great spice, great flavor with the chicken. great fries, and the wings are fantastic. would eat there again 100%

Alex P.

264

10 years ago

This place is great. They make your food in less than 5 minutes and it tastes amazing. 5 stars!

Zeek H.

7 years ago

Most unreliable truck in dc. They tweet their location and never show up.

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