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Painted Rooster

About

Painted Rooster is the chicken restaurant on Central Avenue in Plaza Midwood, in the former Zada Jane’s space. The menu covers wings, tenders, nuggets, fried and grilled chicken sandwiches and a cauliflower wing for vegetarians. Everything is built around a mix and match system of dry rubs, sauces and dips, so you build the flavor yourself.

What to know

  • Texas mesquite is the rub to start with.
  • Hot honey barbecue, garlic parm and Cheerwine barbecue lead the sauces.
  • Too Hot for the Menu comes with a no refunds warning.
  • A covered patio handles rainy days.

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