Astro Doughnuts & Fried Chicken is a Washington, D.C.–based restaurant known for elevating two American comfort food favorites: doughnuts and fried chicken. Founded by lifelong friends Elliot Spaisman and Jeff Halpern, Astro blends nostalgic flavors with creative recipes, seasonal offerings, and bold sandwich combinations.
Nationally recognized by TimeOut, Thrillist, and The Washington Post, Astro has earned a reputation for high-quality ingredients, inventive menus, and consistently crave-worthy food. From handcrafted doughnuts to award-winning fried chicken sandwiches, every item is made with care and character.
Astro Doughnuts & Fried Chicken serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and catering with a menu built around fresh ingredients and comfort-forward flavors.
Doughnuts & Baked Goods
Handcrafted classic and specialty doughnuts
Seasonal and monthly rotating flavors
Build-your-own dozens and mini doughnuts
Fried Chicken & Sandwiches
Signature fried chicken sandwiches
Breakfast sandwiches served daily
Wings, tenders, and family-style chicken meals
Sides & Add-Ons
Tater tots, jalapeño slaw, biscuits, sauces
Custom sandwich builds and heat levels
Catering Services
Mini doughnut and fried chicken combos
Office lunches, parties, and group events
Advance catering available for 8+ guests
Astro Doughnuts & Fried Chicken stands out for its creativity, consistency, and dedication to quality.
Nationally recognized doughnuts and fried chicken
Scratch-made recipes with seasonal innovation
Casual, welcoming atmosphere in downtown D.C.
Flexible catering options for events and meetings
Trusted local favorite with national acclaim
Astro continues to reinvent comfort food while staying true to the flavors people love most.
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Astro Doughnuts & Fried Chicken serves handcrafted doughnuts and award-winning fried chicken in Washington, D.C. Known for creative comfort food, seasonal flavors, and catering options, Astro is a local favorite with national recognition.
