Founding Farmers is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Washington.

1. Founding Farmers

8.9
1924 Pennsylvania Ave NW (20th St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · George Washington University · 804 tips and reviews

Jamie L.Jamie Lynn: We split the cornbread skillet, combo deviled eggs, and chicken and waffles. Every calorie was worth it!

Alice H.Alice Hu: The chicken and waffle is amazing. You will want another order of the mac&cheese that comes with it!

Matthew A.Matthew Anthony: Chicken and waffles and stuffed cinnamon maple syrup French toast were superb. Really. Great service.

Nando's is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Washington.

2. Nando's

8.2
1210 18th St NW (at Connecticut Ave NW), Washington, D.C.
Portuguese Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 119 tips and reviews

Jeoff L.Jeoff Lara: The chicken here is great! The chicken wraps are good too. But the best is all of their sauces.

Nessa T.Nessa T: Try the Flame-Grilled Butterfly Chicken Breast With Portuguese Roll And Chunky Portuguese Medley

Chad M.Chad Murray: Try the great sauces with your chicken! The wild herb sauce is great and so is the garlic sauce!

Central Michel Richard is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Washington.

3. Central Michel Richard

8.5
1001 Pennsylvania Ave NW (at 10th St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 109 tips and reviews

Shaggy N.Shaggy N.: The Cheese Puffs, Lobster Burger and Fried Chicken with Mashed Potato are a must have...so good!!!!!!

Anita S.Anita Sweeney: The best burger that I have ever had! The fried chicken was enough for 2. Both delicious!

Josephine L.Josephine Lee: Great service! Ordered the lobster burger and the fried chicken, both were amazingly delicious! Upscale place without feeling snooty. Down to earth decor and food!

BonChon Chicken is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Washington.

4. BonChon Chicken

8.7
1015 Half St SE (at K St SE), Washington, D.C.
Korean Restaurant · SW Ballpark - Navy Yard · 28 tips and reviews

GelindaGelinda: Well known for their Korean fried chicken. You can order wings, drumsticks or strips served with a side of diced radishes which are really tasty. Parking can be tight on National's game night.

GelindaGelinda: Great chicken. Love the side of diced radish especially since I don't like celery.

Michael C.Michael Cox: This location is the first to have the new menu being rolled out nationally. Stop by for a rye and delicious wings.

Rasika is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Washington.

5. Rasika

9.0
633 D St NW (at 7th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Indian Restaurant · Penn Quarter · 192 tips and reviews

Ashish A.Ashish Arya: Wow. Great restaurant and great service. The crispy spinach is flaky and melts in your mouth (I don't even like spinach). Entrees: lamb chops are tender, black cod melts and chicken tikka masala yum.

Eric C.Eric C: This is Indian food elevated to a whole other level. Chicken Tikka Masala deliciously rich and flavor packed. Unlike any other restaurants version. P Chat: crispy spinach makes me want thirds!

Angie H.Angie Harmon: Chicken tikka masala is great. Green tikka masala isn't awesome. Really overwhelming coriander flavor. Dal makhani is always the best side.

Maketto is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Washington.

6. Maketto

9.0
1351 H St NE (Linden Ct), Washington, D.C.
Asian Restaurant · Capitol Hill · 65 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: Don't leave without ordering the Taiwanese Fried Chicken and Bread made with organic chicken, five spice caramel, & housemade bread loaf.

BobbyBobby: Must get the maketto fried chicken! It's a big portion so share!

EaterEater: The unique design, combining indoor/outdoor spaces and restaurant with retail, provides a home for an addictive dim sum brunch and beloved dishes like Taiwanese fried chicken. Read more.

Indigo is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Washington.

7. Indigo

9.1
243 K St NE (at 3rd St NE), Washington, D.C.
Indian Restaurant · Near Northeast · 50 tips and reviews

Morgan T.Morgan Thomas: I really like the Butter Chicken and the Mango Chicken. So far everything I have had from here is good. The atmosphere inside is relaxed, plus there is free Wifi and outdoor seating.

MitchellMitchell: Spicy chicken curry is great, paalak paneer is awesome. Menu is constantly changing with new good things to try all the time.

Mathew H.Mathew Hart: The Saag Chicken (spicy) was amazing. Chickpeas on the side with rice & roti... everyone goes home happy.

Toki Underground is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Washington.

8. Toki Underground

8.5
1234 H St NE (above The Pug), Washington, D.C.
Noodle Restaurant · Capitol Hill · 181 tips and reviews

Alyssa G.Alyssa Guo: While ramen is good, I really loved the chicken dan dan mian. Very well made

Steven A.Steven Androphy: Went around 2pm on a Monday and had no wait. Pickle plate, dumplings (get them steamed), Taipei curry chicken, and kimchi were all outstanding.

JenniJenni: Red miso and their steamed fried chicken buns are amazing. My friend got a cocktail (alt-f5) which was also delicious. Make a reservation...much easier than waiting an hour in line!

We, The Pizza is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Washington.

9. We, The Pizza

8.0
305 Pennsylvania Ave SE (btwn 3rd & 4th St), Washington, D.C.
Pizzeria · Capitol Hill · 152 tips and reviews

Chris M.Chris Molitor: I'm not a fan of gimmicky pizza, but the buffalo chicken is awesome. Definitely better than most new york pies, which had never been the case in dc...

Reuben I.Reuben Ingber: Try something other then the pizza. The wings and sandwiches are great.

Stephanie C.Stephanie C: Order a slice of buffalo chicken pizza and a side Caesar for a delicious meal. The "Caesar" has lots of tasty bacon!

George's King of Falafel & Cheesesteak is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Washington.

10. George's King of Falafel & Cheesesteak

9.0
1205 28th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Falafel Restaurant · Georgetown · 50 tips and reviews

Yousif D.Yousif D: Go for the chicken shawarma special!! It's one of a kind!! Most authentic I ever tried or tested here in the United States.

Hazem S.Hazem Sharaf: The chicken shawerma is awesome. It tastes exactly like the ones I tried in Cairo abd Beirut. The thoumeya (garlic dip) that accompanies it is unimaginary. Also the fries have nice spices.

Ranini P.Ranini Pastel: The hummus and the chicken shawarma here were so delicious! Definitely sated my appetite and for just $15. Delicious food, good view/atmosphere upstairs.

Bantam King is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Washington.

11. Bantam King

8.2
501 G St NW (at 5th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Ramen Restaurant · Chinatown · 37 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: The Sui Gyoza are delicious boiled chicken dumplings with chili oil that are super meaty with just a hint of heat.

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: We loved the Shoyu Tori Paitan Ramen but whichever Ramen you choose, make sure to add on the roasted chicken quarter!

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: Don't like ramen? There might be something wrong with you, but they got you covered w/ the massive Fried Chicken Dinner including mac & cheese, corn on the cob, coleslaw, mashed potatoes, & biscuits!

Rasika is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Washington.

12. Rasika

9.3
1190 New Hampshire Ave NW (at M St NW), Washington, D.C.
Indian Restaurant · West End · 115 tips and reviews

Pam R.Pam R.: Upscale Indian that's amazing. Get the cauliflower if you like spicy. Fish dishes are great too - cod or grouper are best. And the chicken tikka masala is perfect.

Jean M.Jean Marie: Crispy spinach, lamb chops, and chicken tikka masala are all excellent dishes that are must try's.

Harper W.Harper Wentz: I loved the palak chaat (crispy spinach) it's just the right amount of spicy and crunchy. I also love the chicken tikka masala, it's perfectly spicy and the sauce is creamy and flavorful

Boundary Stone Public House is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Washington.

13. Boundary Stone Public House

8.5
116 Rhode Island Ave NW (btwn 1st & 2nd St. NW), Washington, D.C.
Pub · LeDroit Park - Bloomingdale · 109 tips and reviews

Sarah J.Sarah Jorgensen: Amazing "South Jersey Style" (?!??) wings. Try 'em with a beer. I think they have a vegetarian, seitan version, too.

Cristian L.Cristian Loza: Fancy bathroom, awesome wings, get the bacon burger and the Mac and cheese is delish! A+

Elizabeth B.Elizabeth Bennett: Quality grub. Get the wings - perfect amount of zip with a touch of honey for a sweet finish!

Muncheez is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Washington.

14. Muncheez

8.3
1071 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Lebanese Restaurant · Georgetown · 69 tips and reviews

KhLDKhLD: Chicken and cheese (Ask for shawarma chicken) 😋👌🏻

MeshaMesha: Chicken shawarma is the best in DC.

Thaís S.Thaís Soares: Best chicken shawarma I've had in DC! Sooooo good!

Wisemiller's Grocery & Deli is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Washington.

15. Wisemiller's Grocery & Deli

8.2
1236 36th St NW (at Prospect St. NW), Washington, D.C.
Deli · Georgetown · 27 tips and reviews

Jason K.Jason K: Italian Chicken and Chicken Parm are underrated. Get em

Kelly M.Kelly M: Chicken madness but add ranch dressing.

Greg B.Greg Boone: Chicken #1 is grossly under appreciated.