Was looking for a quick lunch and stopped by Rowdy Rooster. There are a couple small tables inside and it fortunately wasn't too busy. Opted for the "Big Rowdy Sandwich" which includes a giant slab of fried chicken with pickled onions, sesame yogurt, chutney on a soft potato bun. Was definitely impressed with the size of the sandwich and this was one of the tastiest fried chicken sandwiches I had! Because of all the sauces it can get the chicken soggy quickly, so definitely be sure to eat it fresh. Food took a little longer than I would've expected given how few people there were, but that's how you know the food is made fresh. read more

Rowdy Rooster - Big Rowdy Sandwich - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

Rowdy Rooster is incredible! It's a beautiful take on Indian Fried Chicken that suits everyone's taste buds. It's my absolute favorite place to grab a bite in this area. The chicken and sauce flavors combined with different spice levels is well suited for anyone. And don't skip out on the fries! Pro tip: I usually order multiple different sauces for my chicken meals. Everything on this menu is perfect. To be honest with you, I could pretty much eat this for every meal... and I come here like twice a week. The facility is really cute and very clean. The workers are wonderful and their manager, Isha, who I've gotten to know is so kind and wonderful. I really love their consistency in their food and service that keeps me coming back. read more

Rowdy Rooster - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

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This is everything I could ever dream of after a hungry night at MSG. Idk if I can ever go back to American fried chicken

The sandwiches are a must order as well as the mango lassi. The masala fries also had a very nice flavor and crisp. However, the chili chicken rice bowl was the spiciest meal I have ever had. Even after covering it in yogurt, it was burning both my mouth and stomach. Even with a high spice tolerance, this will challenge you in a way you may have never experienced before. Def should come with a warning read more

Rowdy Rooster - Big Rowdy Sandwich - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

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PROs - nice food , good service , desi style chicken fry , ambience and price .. CONs- location , space inside First timer . Was walking towards Penn station and stumbled upon this shop. Location wise , you see that it's pretty close to Penn station , but people generally run to catch trains and will easily miss this shop. Even I was hurrying to catch a train but luckily I was on the opposite side of the road and hence could read the board well. I went in to have a quick bite . Very good ambience and nice service . Space inside was tight . Just few tables . Not sure how tight it will become during peak hours . Of course - no parking around . This is just for visitors . Good was super awesome . I ordered some strips and it was delicious . I did the medium spice one , and it was decently spicy :) thank god I didn't order the rowdy spice . It does get spicy . For 9$ they gave about 3 big pieces. It was like tandoori chicken fried and they have a special masala powder on the top. They also sell IPAs for 6$ which isn't bad from a price point .overall I liked the place . Thumbs up .. read more

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These sandwiches were all as phenomenal as I remembered from 3 days ago if not better. The masala on their fried chicken is actually addicting. It's not spicy in a way that makes your throat burn, it's spicy in a really flavorful way. I was craving it and had to go back again. The onions, and yogurt go so well with the chicken. As much as the big rowdy is the classic, I love the butter pao in the lil rowdy - I think this might be my favorite. I hope the fact that I've gone 3 times over the last 6 days is testament enough for how good stupidly delicious the fried chicken at this place is. read more

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This place is great. I have been here multiple times always getting the 3-piece tenders. Well portioned juicy chicken with mint chutney and side of a sauce of choice. Only one time they forgot my mint chutney but the chicken by itself is just as flavorful. Very colorful interior and friendly staff. read more

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Tried the chicken bites which were the perfect snack to tide me over through an evening show and before a proper dinner. The mint mayo sauce was also spicy, tangy, and well balanced. I wish it was a bit thicker and clung to the bites - consistency was more watery. Will come back to try their sandwich next time! read more

Rowdy Rooster has quickly become our go-to spot for a satisfying, flavorful paneer tikka rice bowl! The paneer here is honestly the best I've had in the U.S.--tender and coated in a tandoori spice that's absolutely scrumptious. The bowl itself is balanced beautifully with rice, fresh salad, and a delicious sauce that ties everything together. Rowdy Rooster is perfect for a quick bite, with a bright and colorful ambiance that adds to the experience. The staff is always friendly and goes out of their way to recommend the best options, which I really appreciate. And with its location conveniently right outside Penn Station, I find myself indulging here every time I have to go to Penn! I highly recommend Rowdy Rooster for anyone craving bold and delicious Indian flavors! read more

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Rowdy Rooster was gem I randomly stopped by as I was lugging my suitcase from Penn Station. I visited the place twice in one weekend and both times got the dark meat chicken burger. First time around got the smaller size which was super impressive with the intesly buttered 'pav', tender and juicy chicken and spicy masala. I got the medium spice which was actually a bit challenging for someone with a high spice tolerance, so I will not be messing with the highest level any time soon. Got the masala fries too which were very crispy and filling. They almost taste like aloo bajjis but crispier. Love the Indian Fried Chicken concept and can't wait to try the other options on the menu! read more

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Indian fried chicken has arrived!!! Had to try this spot especially if you're a fried chicken lover. Service is good and inside is definitely exposed to rooster extravaganza!!! It's a like a museum for colorful roosters. I tried the mango lassi and friend chicken wings. Go check it out if your in the penn station area read more

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Trendy Indian fried chicken shop with colorful decor and fun music. The staff are nice but not very clear about spice levels or portions. I ordered the fried chicken bowl ($14) with mild spice level to be on the safe side and an extra chicken piece (+$3). Compared to the medium it tasted under-seasoned and had no heat. In addition, my bowl with extra chicken looked the same as a regular portion. I would recommend ordering medium or above if you can handle some spice. The location near Penn Station is convenient, though for the price there's plenty of other options in the vicinity. read more

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The most delicious chicken ever. I havent had anything like it. So amazing. Made to order and spice adjusted accordingly

TLDR: Rowdy Rooster has landed outside of MSG/Penn. If you like Indian food and you like fried chicken - what's not to love. The Original Rooster is the chicken sandwich that put them on the map but the Box would be my "go to". If you like it hot, go for the Rowdy! Do not skip on the Masala Fries. If you get the box, they come with! I saw the restaurant as it was being built and I was super stoked. The ceiling was so iconic that I actually guessed what it was before I had confirmed it. The menu is simple but they got sandwiches, they got bowls and they got boxes. There's not a ton of stuff around Penn other than Sweetgreen, Naya, etc. For $12 you're getting 3 DELICIOUS pieces of fried chicken, a side of equally bomb masala fries and a sauce of your choice. That's a great value. I'd say if you can handle some spice, go for the Rogue or Level 2. If you can handle spice, get the Rowdy or Level 3. I would put the spice level in between Shin Ramyun and Buldak Ramen, to give you an idea. The chicken is brined super tender, the batter is so crispy and covered in spices. The sandwich comes with a piece dressed in sauces, pickled onions and on a butter pao. Personally, I'm here for the chicken so the box is the way to go. I liked the fries almost as much as the chicken. Battered slices of potato, so much flavor and so much surface area to grab all of that sauce. I think RR will have a bright future here. If I were to make one comment, bring the OG heat levels back! read more

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Delicious food for a very affordable price!! We liked the fried chicken sandwich more than the bowl. The chicken was so juicy and perfectly crispy. The combo of sauces and pickled onion on the sandwich were excellent. Masala fries also hit the spot. Would def come back for a fast casual meal. read more

This place is awesome, I can't wait to go back again. Been meaning to go to the one @ East Village but never got around to so was happy to see their second store popping up near where I live. Bought a few things on the menu - the salad, the chicken bowl and mango lassi. All were very deliciously spicy. Made my nose run but I really enjoyed the taste of it. At one point it got too hot for the kids and the restaurant manager kindly gave them a yoghurt sauce to cool down their tongues. Place is new and clean, the decor is really nice and colourful too. read more

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Love this place! I've been to the other Rowdy location in Manhattan before and this one is a little bigger with more seating to eat in, which is nice. The guy at the counter that took our order was nice and answered our questions about the menu. I ordered the Big rowdy sandwich with fries and when it first came out, it was so fresh and hot that I could not pick it up. This big rowdy was just as tasty as I remember with all the flavors you want in an Indian style chicken sandwich. The fries came with a choice of one sauce and I picked the tomato aioli. It had just a little kick to it to keep things interesting. read more

Ever since my sister and her husband brought me to the Rowdy Rooster in the Lower East Side, I've been always wanting to go back. When I found out this location opened in midtown I was ecstatic! I got the red rooster box which came with fries and 3 pieces of spicy chicken (I chose dark meat). My boyfriend got the original bowl which came with greens and rice. We also got two Indian sodas. Everything was FANTASTIC! Well-spiced chicken dusted with delicious dry rub sauce. And the breading/batter on the chicken was so light and CRISPY . Can't go wrong with anything on their menu. Interior is so colorful and well decorated. The service is nice and friendly. I wonder if they have the larger sandwich option because that's what I got at their first location. I highly recommend the sandwich because the pao it comes on is also phenomenal. Will return soon for a sandwich! read more

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I was intrigued by the idea of fried chicken and fries - Indian style! This place stood out to me in the search for a good lunch option simply because it's a novel restaurant idea and I love Indian food. I got the Red Rooster Box - dark meat. The pieces were extremely large, making it somewhat cumbersome to eat. Loved the flavor although it was on the savory/spicy side. Mild is still pretty spicy, which is to be expected! The potatoes were also well seasoned. To cool off the spice, they have different sauces to choose from. I was given 3 different types of sauces. Loved the green one which I think was mint. Also there was an amazing yogurt one. Again yogurt with fried chicken - a novel experience! And OMG the mango lassi! It was delicious! I don't have anything to compare it to since I've never had lassi, but wow. That was good. I was sad when it was gone lol. Very cool vibes inside. Nicely decorated and friendly staff! It took a little while to get my order but I understand that they're new and still working out the kinks. Definitely a place I would go back to when I come back to the area! read more

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"Indian fried chicken"?! Of course I'm there. Got the chicken sandwich with dark meat, medium spicy, and it was pretty juicy! I really like the sauce in it!! Also got masala fries which were just ok, they were more like medallion slices. Lots of seating inside, and they play good music. Clean bathroom too! read more

Just tried the Indian fried chicken sandwich. The crispy chicken, infused with Indian spices, takes the sandwich to a whole new level. The unique blend of flavors, from the tangy chutney to the perfectly spiced coating was a great combination. The soft bun complements the crunch, making each bite yummy. I think the sandwich was a little small for the price and recommend getting a side if you are hungry. The sandwich by itself is not filling. read more

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Dude. That sandwich is awesome. Medium. Garlic sauce. Green chutney. Chefs kiss. Get thigh meat. Get a mango laasi. You will be happy. Delish. read more

the sandwich was really good. it is more expensive that most chicken sandwiches out there but the chicken is a bit larger than average. the masala fries didn't suit my taste. The staff were nice and service was quick. the interior looked neat as well. I can see myself return in the future! read more

Rowdy Rooster - Big Rowdy Sandwich - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

Indian American fusion place serving fried chicken sandwiches and more. I tried: - The big rowdy sandwich at all 3 spice levels ($12) - Masala fries ($4) - Mango lassi ($5) - Limca - Basmati rice beer ($6) The big rowdy combo comes with the big rowdy, fries, and lassi for $18. The sandwich was good but inconsistent. Mine, the lowest spice level (rebel), was bland and dry compared to others' sandwiches. The masala was delicious but unevenly distributed in the sandwich. Upon request, they added more seasoning and mint chutney, and that greatly helped. The medium spice level (rogue) was the perfect spice level, some but not too much. These seemed to have more seasoning and masala. The rowdy sauce was too spicy. I would get rogue in the future. The masala fries were round potato slices lightly fried with the same seasoning they put on the chicken. They were also inconsistently seasoned. One order had plenty of seasoning and the other didn't. I really liked the crisp and thinness with sufficient seasoning. The lassi was prepackaged, 12 oz, and not very sweet. It would be much better served fresh The limca was sweet and tasted like Sprite. The beer was not great. My main complaint about their seasoning is the heat and flavor are dependent. I prefer when you can separate the spice and flavor. I appreciated they accommodated my requests for dark instead of light meat, more seasoning, and more sauce. read more

Rowdy Rooster - Big Rowdy Combo - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

I was blown away, my favorite riff on the classic chicken sandwich. Get the Big Rowdy and you won't be disappointed. The chicken is tender, juicy, and was larger than its bun. This really hit the spot. I'm coming back to order the spiciest option. read more

Rowdy Rooster - Big Rowdy Sandwich - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

Great fried chicken bowl on salad with medium spice. Lots of food - tasted great. Fast and friendly service

Ordered the fried chicken bowl and masala fries. Both were very good. Ordered for lunch on Grubhub. Delivery was fast and the food was very delicious. I will be ordering from there again. read more

Rowdy Rooster - Signature Fried Chicken Rice Bowl - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

Really great spicy chicken sandwich. Good service I'll definitely be back to try other items.

Nice area and style of the restaurant was nice. Ordered the Big Rowdy Sandwich at the medium spice level but really it needed a more spice. Closer to black pepper level and also needed more salt in the chicken or sauces! I would try it again read more

Rowdy Rooster - Big Rowdy Sandwich - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

The medium spicy was only the slightest spicy. The most spicy just tasted like spice powder. The chicken sandwich sauce was what made it "Indian" but there was nothing special about it The rice bowl was more enjoyable read more

Yummy.. hot spicy..and made to perfection. This fried chicken joint is a stomach pleaser and filler for an early dinner or late lunch in the city.. their spicy burgers, Indian style potato fritters are paired with palate soothing raitas and mango lassi..a must try. read more

Rowdy Rooster - Spicy fried chicken sandwich - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

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Easy location right across MSG/Penn Station. I liked that the menu was simple and not complicated with a million items. We tried the Big Rowdy Sandwich (Mild), White Rooster Strips (Mild) & Chicken Tikka Sandwich. The big rowdy sandwich was crispy on a potato bun, which was juicy and the bun was perfectly warmed. The pickled onions, chutney and yogurt sauces went to well with the chicken. The Chicken Tikka sandwich showcased grilled chicken on a butter pao with mint chutney - great for those who don't want fried chicken. How amazing was it to dip the strips in the mint chutney?! I wish I ordered another order of the White Rooster strips with the mint chutney (and yogurt) sauces! Very small place with 4 stalls that sit 2 and 2 windows that have some standing eating place. I was pleasantly surprised! Definitely will come back. read more

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Rowdy Rooster stands out like a colorful beacon on West 32nd Street. The walls are redfish hued with squares of abstract art and what look like colorful hens. Known for their special fried chicken I ordered a sandwich, masala fries and a mango lassi. The sandwiches here are small all of four bites. The Masala Fries are lip smacking spicy. Three Indian sauces were given and I liked the Bengali Mustard. The Mango Lassi was tasty. Service was fine. I told the manager, Isha T about my visit to the original location in the East Village and that I didn't find the mango lassi authentic. She insisted I took an extra bottle despite my protests to make up for the sorry lassi. Quite a few customers were here and business was brisk. Alcohol is also served which would pair well with the spicy chicken. read more

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Well for one thing, it's halal. So makes my halal alert. I noticed the meat itself was dark thigh meat so extra delish and devilish. What's unique about this place is that not only is the ambiance a constant fun vibe, but it seems that the service is by people behind the counter who actually care about the restaurant. Unique features were : Masala fries were actually fresh potato pakoras!!! My constant rainy day craving from back home, a 10 min walk away The bun itself - the original was an actual South Indian pao, not some dusty American burger bun so another win in culture And lastly the seasoning of the hot chicken was decidedly desi. They gave me all the chutneys to sample and the orange and white are my unapologetic fav. Def incoming back for those rainy homesick days read more

Rowdy Rooster - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

Not gonna lie. Great chicken sandwich. You have to like Korean be user there are some crazy sauces and a slaw but was outstanding hot and fresh. read more

I was interested in this place because the concept interested me. I love Indian food and fried chicken. I'm always looking for a good chicken sandwich. I ordered the big chicken sandwich with its spiciest temperature along with masala fries. The chicken sandwich was very big but that's about the highest compliment I can give them. It was a decent tasting sandwich but I was underwhelmed. It wasn't spicy at all and the flavor wasn't anything special. I had higher expectations given that it's supposed to be Indian style. I've had better chicken sandwiches elsewhere. The masala fries however were great. They were actually spicier than the sandwich. If they could put that seasoning on the sandwich then maybe they'd have something. All in all, I'm not sure I'd go back. I paid $17 for everything and I wasn't a fan. I may be one and done here. read more

Rowdy Rooster - Masala Fries - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

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I've heard a decent amount of hype around this spot, and finally decided to give it a go. Came on a Friday night, and wasn't too busy and got my food quickly. I got a medium spicy big rowdy sandwich and the street salad. The big rowdy sandwich had amazing crunch, and was super juicy inside. The flavors were good, and the mint chutney balanced with the tamarind chutney I added. The bun was soft, and overall it made a really good chicken sandwich. I wish I had gotten the spiciest level though; the medium barely had a kick to it. I also feel like if I hadn't gotten the tamarind chutney, the flavors would have been lacking a bit of tangy sweetness. The street salad was just ok. Felt like a big mush of diced vegetables, without any super distinct flavors or textures. Wasn't super refreshing either because of all the seasoning added. I wish I had gone with the masala fries; I saw someone else with them, and they seemed super crispy and fresh. Overall, really good spot, would recommend giving it a go! read more

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I was walking out of Penn Station and saw this place and decided to stop by. I got the big rooster with the dry spice rub at level four as well as the big rooster with the garlic sauce. Dark meat option. Oh my God. Fabulous. I cannot believe that I ate both sandwiches. This is definitely great. Indian fusion fried chicken. I love the taste of both chickens. I think I like the level for dry rub better because I love the spiciness. Phenomenal. I will definitely be back. read more

I would say it is a decent attempt to bring indian flavors to the hot chicken sandwich. The rowdy sandwich is very dry and does not have any creamy sauces like the hot chicken sandwiches. The masala fries are amazing I would definitely visit again for the masala fries. Plenty of indoor seating and great ambiance. read more

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It's SMALL!!!!! The sandwich is SMALL. If you are looking for the usual lunch you should order two sandwiches. The sandwich itself is good and the rowdy is a nice kick of spiciness . Good & different fries ,nice portion . Clean , nice & friendly space with great service . But the main attraction is SMALL. read more