About Holy Room
Holy Room is a late-night chicken & wings spot in Washington, DC, with a cozy feel and counter-service seating with reclaimed wood tables. The kitchen leans into chicken & wings done well, milling their own flour in-house each morning.
The signature item to try first is the Spicy Tenders, which has earned a loyal following. The rest of the menu rounds it out with options like Nashville Hot Sandwich, Buffalo Wings, Chicken Tenders, plus rotating specials that change with the season. Portions are generous for the price point ($), and the kitchen is consistent — orders come out fast even when the place is full.
On a typical day you'll find couples on date night and groups celebrating birthdays, especially around the lunch and dinner rushes. The bar pours craft sodas, local kombucha on tap, and house-brewed iced tea. The kitchen happily accommodates common allergies if you let them know. The dining room is clean, the music is at a reasonable volume, and the wifi works.
For ordering, the takeout window stays open even when the dining room is at capacity. Expect a short wait at peak hours, but the line moves quickly. Whether you're new to Washington or a longtime resident hunting for a reliable chicken & wings fix, Holy Room earns a spot in the regular rotation.
Menu highlights
A snapshot of the most-ordered items at Holy Room. Prices and availability change — call ahead to confirm.
Customer reviews
Recent ratings averaged 4.8 out of 5 across 1,131 reviews.
Came here on a whim during my lunch break and I'm hooked. The Korean BBQ Wings was easily the best version I've had this year. Friendly staff, fast service, and they actually got my order right the first time. Will be back next week.
Great chicken & wings option for the area. The Nashville Hot Sandwich was the highlight, big portion and well-priced. Seating is limited so if you come at peak hours plan on takeout. I'll be back.
I work nearby and stop in at least twice a week. The Spicy Tenders hits every time. Service is quick, the space is clean, and they take dietary requests seriously which I appreciate. Easy five stars from me.
Honestly impressed. We tried three different items between the table and the Nashville Hot Sandwich stole the show. The staff genuinely seemed to enjoy being there which makes a difference. Cannot recommend enough.
Mixed feelings. The Chicken Tenders was excellent and the cashier was friendly, but my side came out cold and they were out of two of the things I wanted to order. Probably worth another try, but not the experience I was hoping for.
Brought the family on a Saturday and we all walked out happy. Kids loved their food, my partner ordered the Nashville Hot Sandwich and finished every bite. Prices feel fair for the portions. The dining room was a little loud but that's expected on weekends.
Location & neighborhood
Holy Room is located at 2436 5th St in Washington, DC. Street parking is generally available in the surrounding blocks, and most public-transit routes that serve the downtown core stop within a short walk. The neighborhood around the restaurant has steady foot traffic during lunch and dinner, with a mix of office buildings, apartments and other small businesses on the block.