Nando's PERi-PERi

We had 1/2 chicken with mango lime spice and a 16 oz strawberry lemonade to share. We also had fries and an addon of sweet potato with feta. The chicken was so moist with a good hint of mango lime spice rub. They also have many sauces to dip the chicken and fries. The fries was not bad but the sweet potato was much better. The feta added a nice touch and was not too strong.

Great food and great service! The process of placing an order from our phones was a little challenging but worth it. The food was amazing and fresh. They even have a kids menu. The staff was incredibly helpful.

Phenomenal chicken joint in downtown DC. I got a half chicken with fries and ranch with Mango and Lime spice and it was awesome. Juicy chicken and great fries at a reasonable price. They have the other sauces you can try on the side and the medium stuff was insanely good. Highly recommend this place! 8.0/10

While in Washington we tried out Nando’s. Let just say words are not enough to express the service and quality of food. Nando’s serves Portuguese inspired chicken. It is served at different level of heat. I enjoyed the planish while my husband enjoyed medium. We had roasted potatoes and Portuguese rice. The flavors are rich. We were welcomed and the server Elijah was so kind. He explained ordering process. He even moved a table so that we could have more room to eat. If you are ever in the Washington DC area - strongly recommend this location (836 F St NW) and ask for Elijah

First time at Nando's. Seen it on YouTube and always wanted to try it since we don't have it on the west coast. Everything is fresh, good quality, and tasted excellent. It's like a higher quality El Pollo Loco, with a slightly different flavor and better sides. I'm here in DC for a week and I know I'm gonna have it one more time before I leave. I wish we had one in LA! Ordered the chicken sandwich and the bread was delicious. Ordered a 1/2 chicken and the white meat was juicy and flavor full, ordered 4 types of sides. Garlic bread, Mac and cheese, mashed taters, and fries with Peri sauce. All great! Prices were reasonable. About $22 a person. Food came out quick and their special peach iced tea was refreshing.

We had a great experience! I thought there wouldn’t be great service because there was no server, however I was very much pleasantly surprised. All staff were very friendly helpful and knowledgeable with excellent customer service. Not to mention the food was AMAZING! Had a great exciting new flavor with good portions, prices and variety. We got the family platter and it was plenty of food with a salad to feed 4 adults with big appetites. 10/10 would recommend, the atmosphere is very clean and fun too!

First time trying Nando's, will definitely be back. The chicken is delicious, the sauce is tangy, and the service was great. We had the half chicken and the rainbow bowl - both tasted fantastic. Be sure to grab a bottle of Peri-Peri sauce to put on literally everything while you're eating. Highly recommended!

Great from start to end, from service to food. This was my first time going to Nando's, I had heard good things about it, and since I know Portuguese food, I was hoping it would be similar, and it was! It is definitely delicious and healthy and still feels like comfort food. The Naughty Nata tasted different from the Portuguese Pastel Nata, but it tasted great on its own way. I wish there was a Nando's near me, with the same great service and food, I would be a regular.

Food and ambiance is nice, came for the wings but when we tried to find those in the website from the barcode, it doesn't appear so ended having to wait in line for ordering.

My family loves Nando's so my mom and I jumped on the opportunity to go to Nando's when we were exploring the city together in Washington DC. We were excited to stumble across this location because we hadn't seen it on the map. The restaurant was very clean and the waitstaff was friendly and attentive. This is the first time we've had to wait to be seated at a Nando's as we're usually used to ordering at the counter and finding our own table. After ordering online, our food came out really quickly and it was delicious the way Nando's always is. We got the Medium spicy half chicken with two sides to share between the two of us and still had at least half the meal to take home. We love how big the portions are here because it means we always have yummy leftovers to enjoy the next day. My only qualm was that the restaurant was freezing cold. Even the family sitting at the large table behind us complained about the temperature. I don't know why all their tables for two on the left side of the restaurant are directly under the air conditioning but I definitely do not recommend sitting there. Great food and incredible waitstaff, we'll definitely have to come again next time we're in DC.

We don't have any Nando's on the West Coast, so when I planned my trip to DC, visiting Nando's was a must on my list. I finally made it on the last day of my trip, and it's located in one of the most vibrant parts of DC. I've tried various versions of Peri-Peri before, but I've always heard rave reviews about Nando's from my English friends. The ambiance here is fantastic--the setup is really cozy. I sat near the counter but placed my order through their website. I ordered Peri-Peri wings with Ranch, a Chicken sandwich, Watermelon Mint Lemonade, and the Naughty Natas. The food arrived in less than 10 minutes, and the Peri-Peri wings didn't disappoint--I absolutely loved them, especially with the ranch on the side. The sandwich was smaller than I expected, but the flavor was excellent. The lemonade was incredibly refreshing; the mint really enhanced the watermelon flavor. The Naughty Natas was a pleasant surprise--absolutely delicious! I loved it. I came with high expectations, and this place truly lived up to them. Very happy!

Supposedly One Direction loves this chain restaurant! This location came highly recommended by friends, and as a fast/casual dining spot, we loved it. The sauces were plentiful and full of flavor. I enjoy heat, and while the hottest one isn't super hot, it has 10/10 flavor. The fries were good, as was the accompanying ranch. I wish this was in my area!

I'm not sure how we ended up at Nando's Peri-Peri but I'm glad we did. We were visiting DC for the week and stopped in for lunch. The way we learned it worked is you use their QR code and enter your order online including your table number, and food runners bring you your food. We did that and food arrived in about 11 minutes. My order was for a ¼ lb chicken thigh and a couple of typical sides, corn on the cob and coleslaw. What I didn't expect was just how good the food was. These people know their stuff, the chicken was moist and flavorful, the corn sweet, and the slaw much better than average. All the staff we did interact with were upbeat and friendly. We all liked the food and the energetic atmosphere.

It really pains me to write this review since I am a huge fan of Nando's, but I had one of the worst dinner experiences in recent memory eating here. We placed our order for six wings and the Full Chicken Platter with sides of mashed potatoes and crispy Brussel sprouts at 9pm. We did not receive our food until 9:45pm! This was on a Monday night where the restaurant was mostly empty and not busy. We watched as another diner who came in after us got seated, received their food, and finished eating before we even received our food. We saw a ton of to go orders being fulfilled as we waited as well. While we were waiting, one of the servers was cleaning and carelessly leaned the broom against the back of my chair. The broom fell onto my shoulder and nearly hit my head... When we finally did receive our food, the fries were missing from the platter, and 75% of the Brussels sprouts were burned and inedible. By now, the entire restaurant was empty of customers and the workers were beginning to put the chairs on tables and clean up right next to us, before it was the closing time at 10pm. We felt uncomfortable and awkward at this point, so we took our entire meal to go. As someone from the west coast and who barely gets a chance to eat at Nando's, what a disappointing dinner experience that was supposed to be one of the big highlights of our trip to DC. The chicken was as juicy and flavorful as we expected, but that's the only positive point I have to say. Definitely don't come here even an hour before closing time.

Grabbed lunch here and I was pleasantly surprised. The place was beautiful and we were immediately greeted. Tried their new bbq chicken and it was delicious!

My first time trying Nando's after hearing the hype, and it did not disappoint! The chicken is so moist & juicy and when combined with the flavorful sides, (I chose the coleslaw and Portuguese rice) make for a hearty meal. I wish that there were more Nando's locations in the U.S. so I could return to try more! The only thing I found strange was the fact that we waited ~20 minutes to be seated, then were prompted to make a mobile order from our own devices. But, the service was otherwise friendly and the food was delicious. Would recommend!

Back in DC! I really love this city! Not my first DC trip but my first time at Nando's Peri Peri, and I was impressed with food and service. My co-worker suggested we eat here for lunch and I'm glad we went with her recommendation. When you enter, the restaurant issa a vibe - bold, bright colors everywhere. A place of instant joy. No wait time, but we got there before noon. By the noon lunch rush, the restaurant was full, and a line was forming. So, let's jump right into this review. Note - food can be purchased, scanning a bar code at your table, place a takeout order, or online and pick-up. What did I have - 1. Mango Lime quarter chicken - breast and wing - chicken was flavorful and moist. Wasn't tough or rubbery. 2. Lavender Lemonade - refreshing, no after taste. Full glass, served chilled, no ice, which I liked. Total lunch cost - $13.74 Pros 1. Atmosphere. 2. Taste and quality of food. My co-worker had her chicken breast butterflied, no bone - NICE OPTION! 3. Extremely reasonable prices. 4. If you work in the downtown DC area or are a tourist staying in downtown DC, this restaurant is walking distance to many hotels and government agencies. 5. There is plenty of seating. Tables and booths. 6. Dine-in and take-out available. 7. Phenomenal customer service. Staff was pleasant and checked-in with us several times during our 45-minute dining experience. Cons Not a one. I'm glad I was introduced to Nando's Peri Peri. Great restaurant to eat at. Must try if you are in the downtown DC area.

The location is new and in a much busier part of Chinatown, across from the holiday market. I don't think it's much bigger than the retail space they occupied previously but if it is, it doesn't look the part. I ordered a sweet pineapple lemonade that could have used refrigeration or ice cubes and a chicken dish with cauliflower and corn on the side to vary the flavor profile. The chicken was pink and raw on the inside, so I worked my way around the unsavory parts and overall ate very little of it. The corn on the cob was bland and didn't taste like corn and was room temperature. The chili cauliflower was slathered in the chili sauce so it felt overwhelming. I loved the seeds adding a nice crunch, though. The service was OK. They were incredibly busy and could have used a few extra pair of hands. I got my food pretty quickly. There weren't many seats to choose from. They were packed! I'd come back during a less busy time instead of the lunch hour.

Came here for dinner on a Monday evening and really enjoyed it. Was kinda confused on if we were supposed to wait to be seated or if you order at the counter. The place seemed a little understaffed. But the inside is nice with a decent amount of seating. There is a sink to wash your hands which is nice and lots of condiments that you can take back to your seat. The menu had lots of good options from salads to bowls to just chicken options. I ordered a bowl and loved it. The flavors here are great! The bowl was also very filling! A good amount of food for about $14. Overall I would definitely come back! Yum!

This was one of my must try stops while in DC for the week. I was super excited till try it and finally got to it on our last day in the city. The food did not disappoint. We got their lunch special of a chicken leg with a side; trying both their brussel sprouts (SO GOOD!) and fries. The service was ok. Food took quite a bit longer than expected and overall the service felt a little frenzied. The restaurant itself has a good feel, not too tightly packed or loud even when full. We'd definitely come again for the food!

****1/2, 1/4 Chicken is truly the only options here. Disclaimer...entered the door before the initial lunch rush around 11:30am...at some point a patron attempted to pay with cash and it was a catastrophe as the register was not prepared properly which caused a huge setback in processing. All this to say... Greeted nicely and seated with explanation of the menu. Medium Peri 1/2 Chicken selected...shared by 2 with 2 sides. Other selections my table included 2 different bowls. ****my shared 1/2 chicken with sauces was phenomenal. Normally I'm not a chicken-person but this was really good. The white meat in the prepared bowls was nowhere close to the Peri selections for 1/2 and 1/4 pieces. The slaw, A+, fries were good and crispy, macNcheese was ehhh. For a good quality chicken and side(s) lunch go here. Stay away from chilled wraps, sandwiches and prepared meat vs 1/2 and 1/4 selections.

This place has the best vibe and ambiance. It's located in Penn Quarter and one of Nandos newest flagship restaurant. I was welcomed immediately by the sweetest hostess. She asked if I was dining in or doing takeaway. I chose to eat in and was shown a table near the kitchen. The restaurant is clean and spacious with great energy. Since it was my first visit, she eagerly explained the ordering process. I could scan the UPC code on the physical menu, and place my entree of choice at the table, which is then directed to the kitchen. If you're not tech savvy or uncomfortable to input credit card information on the site the other option is to walk up to the counter. She even brought me a few coupons on Peri perks, free appetizer, and I forgot the other one lol I opted for the Peri Chicken Rainbow bowl. It came with Avocado, tomato cucumber & onion salad, pickled cauliflower, hummus, feta, and superseed crunch, served over Portuguese rice and finished with a lemon & Herb Peri- Peri drizzle. The bowl came out in a timely manner and brought to me by one of the kitchen staff. Presentation wise it was ok. There was a chip on the bowl which I noticed midway. The Avocado was slightly mushy and brown. Chicken was about 3oz and a bit tough, but the skin was tasty. The pickled Cauliflower was the raw type meaning it was hard. I did wish there was more cucumber, and onion in the salad. The feta, superseed crunch, Portuguese rice and hummus were wonderful, and everything married well together. There is a Peri sauce bar. I ended up with garlic sauce and very spicy. All great and one of the kitchen staff cleaned off the table. This entire staff is just so welcoming and nice. I will be back!!!

I made a quick stop at Nandos with a friend and got the Peri Peri Chicken Bowl. They let you choose the flavor, I got lemon and her, and it also came with rice, bell peppers, arugula, corn and hummus. I also got a side of fries for good measure and it was all delicious. Service was a bit slow but the restaurant was clean and staff were friendly. I would go back.

Man, I was walking around this earth saying that I love chicken. I had Nando's for the first time today, and I found out that I've never had chicken before! In 42 years of living in the Frisco Bay area, L.A., Chicago area I've never had chicken like this before. The flavors are off the charts, and I can't help you on which peri peri sauce to have. I tried them all, and they are equally robust in flavor. Don't skip-out on the brussel sprouts. The sauce that comes on them is very tasty. Also, the natas make a great dessert to share. The service was fast, and I really liked ordering from my phone at the table. I gotta go figure out what I'm going to do since I don't live anywhere close to a Nando's. I'm in trouble.

My family came over during spring break from California and we were so excited to go back to a Nando's since the last time we had it was years ago in Dubai. I got the 12 wings with the Lemon and Herb flavor and it was amazing. To be honest it was very small but still very good and filling along side the bread and its sauce. I also got the cheese sticks and it was amazing. My sister recommended it and after trying it, i would definitely recommend it others.

My fiancé and I decided to dine in after I picked up my Yelp Elite order (PERI RANCH CRUNCH SALAD). He decided to keep it light with the RAINBOW BOWL, which was a flavorful decision for an early dinner. I ate most of the hummus, which was my favorite part of the meal. PERI HONEY SWEET POTATOES -- A completely different spin on what I'm used to, but not bad. PEACH LEMONADE PONCHA (me) & FROZEN ROSALITA (him) -- Yummers! __ I eat. @f.hux I thrift. @DCthriftish

Amazing service thanks to the whole staff and Aki! We had an outstanding team outing here last Friday. The food was phenomenal, it was my first nando's experience and I can't wait to go back. There is truly something on the menu for everybody! The hummus and the wings were my favorite, the wings were grilled and came with various delicious sauces! Great portions of food overall, great for sharing as well. The Penn quarter location is going to be my go-to spot before any sporting event!

Who doesn't love nandos? The charbroiled chicken, the crispy Brussels, and of course the fries !!! The mac & cheese needed a bit more pepper and seasoning for my liking but we okay as well. The service from the hostess to the kitchen staff were very pleasant and made me want to return for the ambiance and delicious foods.

I tried to give Nandos another shot after not eating at another Nando's location for over 3 years, because the only other option close by was Shake Shack and I called myself trying to be a little healthy. Please somebody tell me how does Nandos get away with serving pigeon wings as chicken wings???? These things are so small it is ridiculous and for $10 for six wings actually 6 half wings is hella ridiculous. The chicken livers are very good but the wings are highway robbery. They aren't even 1 inch big! Do better Nandos!!

This place is so good. I've eaten Herr a few times and everything has been some things you need lots of napkins but that makes it all the better.

Yum and more yum. My husband is Portuguese and misses his home food so wherever we find a Nando's e have to go. The chicken i I s moist and delicious. The staff is super friendly. The manager went above and beyond to check on us multiple times during our visit. The only not so great was the dirty natas (Portuguese custard tarts) they were sub par. Not crispy. They were okay Just not great. The restaurant I'd clean and well lit. Oh and the peach ponch punch is also delicious. Not too sweet it's just right.

Located next door to Shake Shack in the Penn Quarter area. The decor is modern and cool looking. Met up with a former coworker for lunch recently. Can order at the counter or from your table via QR code. We went old school and ordered at the counter. I got the lunch deal - sandwich, side and fountain drink. The sandwich wasn't bad but not filling enough. I'm a fan of the fries. Overall, decent service but somewhat pricey. I probably won't be coming here too often.

After a fantastic Washington Mystics game, I stopped here for a bite to eat. The place is decorated well and very bright and neat. The host was welcoming and seated us promptly. I ordered the 1/4 chicken leg with mango lime sauce and a side of fries with perinaise sauce. The chicken was flavorful and juicy and the fries were crispy. Definitely a great spot to grab food after an event at the Capitol One arena.

I love Nando's and have been to a few around the DC metro and this one was excellent. They were super busy due to holiday market and even while being so busy the food was great. The only thing I would say is it would be nice to have more chicken and maybe extra veggies in the pita as I seemed to have a lot of dry pita with a side of salad before I got to the actual meat of the meal. Not a complaint just a wish. My teen tried the Mac madness which she liked but not sure it will be a thing for long. Nothing beats the grilled chicken over the fire... yum. We got a great table and the team members went out of way to meet and greet and see to the crowds. It was loud but it matched the night and we enjoyed it. Not far from White House so we walked off our meal and checked out the lights. Great night.

Navy Yard 606 Mgr Adidiana, I was treat with a little bit of racism from manger after paid for my food. So I asked for my money back . Staff told me that she say what she want to especially pepole of color. I will never go to this establishment again. NOT ACCEPTABLE No No Star is my rating

The food was amazing! Chicken is always so juicy and the skin was perfection. With the sauces, a little goes a long way. The restaurant is located in a beautiful part of DC and is lively. Would take friends here all the time. The only thing is you need to order with a QR code and although I was dinning in my order appeared as takeout. I had to wait for a bag and brought it back to my table. You just need to be careful when ordering through the QR code.

Came here for a large group event and they did such a great job hosting us! We got big plates of wings which were great and then also got a bunch of drinks which were all made pretty quickly and tasted great. Vibes inside were really cool. Loved the decorations

Bummed because I always look forward to my visit to Nando's when I'm in DC. It was packed tonight and quite unappealing. Trash around looked messy. I think the staff was just having trouble keeping up with a crowd. Everyone was doing the best they could. My food was just not as good as it usually is and I wait all year for this meal. The chicken was not really cooked enough (not pink!) and not marinated as well as it usually is. My fries were cold. It was very overwhelming very crowded and very subpar dining experience as far as the food goes. Again, I think the staff is doing what they can but it just wasn't running smoothly tonight and the food seemed hastily prepared.

I'm not big on going to a restaurant and having to order yourself, but in this case, the staff were super polite, helpful, the restaurant was clean, and checked in on us. We ordered the lavender lemonade and it was bomb! For dinner we opted for the hummus with pita and wow! Was this delicious the seeds and peri-peri sauce just make it more delicious. Then we both ordered chicken with two sides and shared. I absolutely loved the sweet potatoes, I dipped my chicken in the remaining sauce! The panko on the Mac added a lot of flavor. The chicken was crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. The only thing that wasn't spectacular was the corn. It was really small cornels and not much flavor. Absolutely delicious dinner!

This South African quick service cuisine was perfect before a long evening at the nearby arena. The staff was welcoming which was nice especially since the place was packed! Food came out hot after we ordered through our phones at our table. Simply added our table number and shortly after we were served. The coleslaw on the chicken breast sandwich was crunchy and tangy, mixed with the garlic seasoned bun it was awesome. Honestly would come back for sure.

We got here late afternoon after our visit to Lincoln Memorial and Viet Nam Wall Amazingly found my high school classmate name on the foremost top of this Vietnam Wall no. 20 most of them died at very young age of 19-20 years old just out of high school But back to Nando guessing Peri Peri meaning Hot (piri piri in Japanese ) chicken are soaked in chili sauce which was great asked the manager took picture with her and asked to bring the restaurant to Hawaii and I'll help you open together Here's the picture of my chicken with manager should've got her number in case she comes to Hawaii

Met some family for lunch (they were visiting museums). Great location right across from portrait gallery. Great customer service. Didn't have to wait long for party of 9 seating. Friendly staff, delicious chicken. Ton of choices on sauces. Order table side with QR code or at counter and then they deliver to your table. A little loud in there but overall great vibe

I had lunch here recently. I ordered their rainbow bowl with chicken thighs minus the hummus. It was fresh and delicious. The staff was very friendly and the dining room was beautifully decorated. I find their hot sauces too acidic and not very complex in flavor, but that's just a personal preference and not a comment on the quality. I will absolutely be back to try the rest of their menu.

This was my first time having Nando's. The service was decent, and the place was clean. You can seat yourself and order with their online ordering system, and they'll bring out the food for you. The food came out fairly quickly. The peri chips were not really crispy, it was more potatoey and soggy if you prefer that. It was also a tad salty but paired well with the peri peri sauce. I got the quarter chicken breast with lemon and herb. It was a little dry but the sauce helped. My friend got chicken thigh and it looked juicier so I'll get that next time. The Portuguese rice had good flavor and seasoning but is on the drier side. Overall, the dishes complimented each other and is a pretty fulfilling meal.

I have always loved Nadoo's chicken. They have several locations around DC, and I think around the country. The chicken is really flavorful. This location is new. They recently closed up a store in Chinatown (just a couple of blocks away) and moved into this brand new location. The place looks great! Unfortunately, you need to wait until they work the kinks out before you go. For example, I used their mobile app to place a to-go order for a "Crunch Salad" which is described on their website as: Tomato cucumber & onion salad, feta, crispy chickpeas, PERi pita croutons served over mixed greens dressed in PERi ranch" Absolutely correct. And the flavor was terrific. But when I walked in a hostess asked me if I would be "dining in." I mentioned that I'd placed a mobile order and she asked me to go up to the registers and let them know. They bring to-go orders to them (to place on a shelf for pick up). The mobile app said my salad would be ready at 12:34 p.m. I arrived there at 12:30 p.m. expecting to have to wait a couple of minutes. But at 12:45 I started to get suspicious since other people were picking up to-go orders directly from the kitchen. I asked the cashier to make sure I was in the right place. Again, she echoed the info the hostess gave me. They will bring the order here, and call your name. OK, so I continued to wait, meanwhile watching others at the kitchen pick up their orders and leave. While I was standing there, I hear my name being bellowed from the kitchen and I see a kitchen worker sort of toss a bag on top of the warmer. So, I went back to the kitchen and picked up my order and headed back to my office. I opened my salad, and I was super disappointed that my "chicken breast" was actually only half of a breast. They cut one piece of chicken in half and that's the portion. It was placed over greens, which had clearly been around for a while. (How? The place is brand new.) See the photo below of the disgusting brown Romaine lettuce, including a core. So far, the quality, attention to detail, and the overall operations of the place is lacking. Meanwhile, the owner and someone else who was clearly an insider, kept congratulating each other on the new store. They even commented that since they are right next to Shake Shake, they'll get people who don't want a burger. Well, my salad (with the half piece of chicken and the brown lettuce) set me back almost $19. For that kind of money, you expect quality ingredients. I'll take my $20 to Shake Shake where at least I know the beef is fresh.

Amazing food!! It's rare that I have no complaints about food. Everything has flavor and is very consistent. I have only gotten takeout, so I can only comment on the food, but not the interior of the restaurant. To start, I love their peas. The peas have so much flavor. You can taste spices and herbs. Really yummy. I also like the chicken! It's not life changing, but it is really consistent. The meat is tender and it has seasoning. I also love the mashed potatoes (very thick!) and the bread (really crusty). I am sad that there aren't more Nandos locations across the US.

If every establishment had service like this delightful young lady (pictured), I would eat out every day. She checked with me, offered me options, sweet tone... to the point where she is overqualified for her job but I can tell she likes it or is a great actress. If Nando Peri Peri wants to keep her, give her a raise! Food was also yummy

Great place with a good food, not overpriced. Chicken is really good and if you are looking for a space checked - they definitely have that.

The service was terrible. I tipped a great deal and it was almost like reverse discrimination. I'm very disappointed in this place. The food is less than average.

Delicious and service was great. Location is pretty convenient with a lot of street parking

I visited this location for lunch with one of my colleagues and we thoroughly enjoyed our lunch. We ordered online for takeout and it seemed like the restaurant did not have our order. It was a little difficult and it wasn't clear where the pickup was for online orders... overall I would come again for a good meal.

A friend that used to live in MD raved about this place and their wings. So, we tried it on our last day in DC before heading to the airport. It didn't disappoint....the meat was flavorful and fresh. I enjoyed all of the sauces. Great, quick option. The service was great as well!

Food was really good. We ate there as a school trip and it was a buffet kind of set up but it was better than expected.

Came in for a quick lunch. Greeted by the nice hostess and recommended to try the new bowl. All the servers are very attentive. The food is delicious!!! And we still have some leftovers for later. Definitely recommend.

Yum yum yum! I've heard many good things about Nando's but never had the opportunity to try them. We were attending a concert at the Capitol One Arena and got off at the Metro stop at Chinatown. We were all very hungry and didn't want to walk far as there was a chance for rain. I offered a few options for my family and we decided on Nando's. We chose a table and scanned the QR code and ordered on our phones. The prices matched for the quantity/quality of the food. We also ordered drinks(Strawberry lemonade, Pineapple Lemonade and water) but they never arrived to our table with the food. I ended up waiting about 15 minutes behind someone else in line just to ask about our drinks. The server seemed bothered by me asking for something we already paid for. This is the only reason why I'm giving 4 stars. Customer service goes a long way. The manager I'm assuming did come by to say sorry about the drinks but it was a very lackluster sorry as he kept moving before we could respond. We enjoyed our food and were greeted on our way out. *Tip for my GF eaters* The plain chicken is GF along with a majority of their sides. If you are Celiac or sensitive to cross contamination do not order the fries.

Was in town with a colleague from London who could not leave without going here!! My first time even hearing of this chain as I'm from jersey and I don't believe they're common in the US but are a huge chain in the UK. I'm glad we did!! Based on the hype, I had to get a little of everything! I tried the chicken extra spicy, fries, corn, the hummus and houlimi (I believe that's how it's spelled but it's the cheese with jam). The chicken was so well flavored, better than I expected and the fries as well. They come with a peri peri sauce which is kind of their version of a spicy mayo. The fried cheese comes with a chili jam which was delicious. Def try the hummus too! It comes with a drizzle and seeds on top and the pita is super fresh and soft. Will def be back when I'm in DC!

Overall 3.7/5 The food was AMAZING! My family and my first time having Nandos, and we were all impressed (we have some pickier eaters). I got the Caesar Salad and the fries and both were outstanding. The service was really poor. We waited for quite a while at the entrance with obvious tables available before we were greeted at all, with the hostesses obviously chatting in the back by the kitchen within view of us. The manager came over to check on us at one point, and she had to remind the girls standing at the drink bar right next to us to get us our drinks after almost all our food had come out. The ambience was nice, although it was a little loud. But this time of year, there was a Christmas Market right outside, and it was so fun to go there right after dinner!