Honeymoon Chicken
Chicken restaurant · Petworth ·
Crispy fried chicken, sandwiches, waffles, and honey butter rolls
Crispy fried chicken, sandwiches, waffles, and honey butter rolls
"Petworth’s Bib Gourmand‑designated poultry pad since 2022 is expanding across the Potomac with a newly announced location in the Carlyle Crossing development slated to open early 2026 at 2461 Mandeville Lane, Alexandria. The new outpost brings build‑your‑own buckets of bone‑in white and dark meat to Virginia; the crispy chicken also appears in salads, sandwiches, and atop sweet corn waffles. The expansion is part of entrepreneur Steve Salis’ Catalogue restaurant group, which also includes Ted’s Bulletin, Kramers, and Federalist Pig." - Emily Venezky
"Petworth’s Honeymoon Chicken expanded into fried baskets of white fish and shrimp and promoted the pairing by saying its “mumbo was made for this.”" - Tierney Plumb
"Chef Rob Sonderman of the Federalist Pig has expanded to chicken—well, an updated version of fried chicken to be precise. This Petworth perch resembles a modern diner with old-school vibes. Yellow-upholstered booths in alcoves are a haven of privacy, while the ubiquitous counter is best for solo guests.The menu, not unlike the concept, is focused. Guests can build their own bucket (or combo) and sandwich, which can be made with waffles. Starters like hot honey cauliflower; and sides like buttermilk smashed potatoes hit all the right spots. Spicy seasoning is an option for those who dare, but rolls—finished with honey butter and Maldon sea salt—are a must. Then comes the "fancy fried chicken," which is brined for 24 hours and fried to crisp perfection." - Michelin Inspector
"It may be the best fried chicken in all of Washington. While many gravitate to the bucket of fried chicken with a side of honey butter rolls, you definitely don’t want to sleep on the sandwich options. The top pick is the honey garlic chicken banh mi with comeback sauce." - Tim Ebner
"In Section 110 of Capital One Arena, Petworth parlor Honeymoon Chicken is serving sandwiches as one of the arena's new concession options." - Tierney Plumb