Bawk! by Urban Roots
Restaurant · Richmond Grove ·
Hot chicken, burgers, comfort eats, brunch, beer, speakeasy
Hot chicken, burgers, comfort eats, brunch, beer, speakeasy
"As its onomatopoeic name suggests, Bawk! by Urban Roots is known for its hot chicken and should be the primary choice to satisfy any cravings, whether that means crispy wings piled atop a cornmeal waffle or served alongside whipped yams, red beans and rice, or mac and cheese. But Bawk! also delivers a grown-and-sexy ambiance that makes it just as appropriate for date night as it is for a gossipy Sunday brunch with the crew. Both occasions benefit from a revolving drink menu (the American River “bawktail” is a heady mix of rye, cacao, amaro, and peach bitters) and vibrating jams. If you can, stop by when Bawk! invites a DJ to spin sultry tunes and elevate the dining experience." - Tamerra Griffin
"Hot chicken reigns supreme at this restaurant and bar on a lively stretch of R Street in Midtown. Whether you opt for a fried chicken sandwich, chicken and waffles, or tenders and fries, you can customize the heat level to your taste. Of course, there are also non-fried options like grilled chicken tacos and a Greek chicken salad, as well as tempting sides like mac and cheese, cornbread, and crispy Brussels sprouts. Wash it all down with a Pom ‘a’ Rita made with both Astral Tequila Blanco and mezcal, dry vermouth, lime, pomegranate, and habanero bitters." - Annalise Mantz
"An R Street corridor fried chicken sandwich spot opens up with a faux-graffiti laden interior and an oversized mural of Muhammad Ali. A partnership between the Selland restaurant empire and Rob Archie, owner of Pangaea Bier Cafe, Bawk serves juicy fried chicken on its own with the bone, in between a bun for on the run, or in a bucket for a ducat (or, well, $30). What distinguishes Bawk are its Gus’s-inspired wet-style batter and its secret “magic” seasoning, which is reminiscent of Popeyes Cajun Sparkle." - Illyanna Maisonet
"An R Street corridor fried chicken sandwich spot opens up with a faux-graffiti laden interior and an oversized mural of Muhammad Ali. A partnership between the Selland restaurant empire and Rob Archie, owner of Pangaea Bier Cafe, Bawk serves juicy fried chicken on its own with the bone, in between a bun for on the run, or in a bucket for a ducat (or, well, $30). What distinguishes Bawk are its Gus’s-inspired wet-style batter and its secret “magic” seasoning, which is reminiscent of Popeyes Cajun Sparkle." - Illyanna Maisonet
From a respected local brewery team, Bawk! turns out a lively weekend brunch of fried chicken, cornbread waffles, and cocktails. Noted by Eater and regional outlets as a fun, community-forward pick on R Street.
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