Bawk! by Urban Roots

Bawk fries chicken to a deep mahogany crust with assertive seasoning and enough structure to stay crisp beside slaw, biscuits and cocktails. Dark and white meat, sandwiches and smaller fried pieces all get their turn. The R Street dining room treats the bird as the center of a flexible meal rather than a single signature sandwich, so an order can go many directions.

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Bawk! by Urban Roots folds wings into a wider fried chicken and cocktail program along the R Street Corridor. They join deeply browned bone-in chicken and large sandwiches on a menu that leans into crunch and seasoning. Bar-friendly portions, a full drinks list, and casual counter service make it easy to graze while working through a round or two.

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