Quick stop at Bok a Bok after craving fried chicken and it was a good choice! Got the OG with some tots and it was a good pair. My partner ordered one of the sandwiches but he agreed that chicken directly is the way to go next time. I tried the umami BBQ sauce - I preferred the chicken without it but look forward to trying another sauce to pair with the chicken! Service was pretty quick. You order at the window and before we knew it, it was ready for us. No tablesnor seating available (not sure if it was because there was an event going on) but didn't mind since we took it to go and enjoyed the nice weather. read more

Bok a Bok Fried Chicken - Chicken Wings Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Bok a Bok is a small walk up window with no seating inside or out. The location, near the corner of Pike and 10th has a huge downside - it's less than 50 feet away from a gigantic mound of garbage that I've never seen cleaned up. The smell of rotting trash isn't the most amenable to good eats. Luckily, there's a boba shop across the street to get drinks at and sit down to eat. When we walked up for a late lunch at 2PM, we were warned that they were working on a huge catering order and the food might take 15-20 minutes to come out. We decided to stick with it anyways, and hope for the best - it turns out they that overestimated the time, so we were out in under 10 minutes. Sesame Soy Garlic ($11) - Starting with the star chicken - woah, totally different from most fried chicken. The batter, made from a mixture of vodka, rice flour, and cornstarch (per DDD), has a really hard crunch, much harder than expected. It's the firmest crunchy fried chicken I've ever had, bar none. Not enough to shatter teeth, but getting close. They use chicken thigh but they seem to trim the skin off, then fry it very hard, rendering it kind of dry rather than fatty and moist. There's a thin layer of chicken right under the dredge that's dried out and very tough. The interior chicken shreds into layers that aren't easy to chew through due to how dry they are. The sandwich includes crispy onions, but they get lost due to how crunchy the chicken is. The menu lists kale and lemon aioli, which I don't think this sandwich included. Instead, they use mixed salad greens and they slather it with two different sauces - one that's kind of peppery, creamy but runny, and another that's more savory, salty and sweet. The flavors all meld together well, but I think the chicken needs a bit of work. (4/5) Garlic Lovers ($11) - Woah, this sandwich is an explosion of garlic. It's like eating pure creamy roasted garlic, such overpowering but very pleasant garlic flavor. That's honestly all I can taste in this sandwich, paired with the same piece of fried thigh and buttery bun as the other sandwich. Very tasty with all the same drawbacks. (4/5) Biscuit with Spiced Honey ($3.75) - This biscuit is very dense, dry, and not flaky even though it's clearly a layered biscuit. It's not salted and not buttery in any way, instead tasting mostly like the base grain and rather alkaline. It's difficult to eat by itself due to how dry it is. Luckily it's served with spiced honey. The honey is sweet and is mixed with plenty of warming spices, almost tasting like a holiday mulling mix. (2/5) My feelings on Bok a Bok are mixed. While the fried chicken exterior is extremely crisp, the tradeoff seems to be a tough, dry, and stringy interior. The flavors are good, but the texture is not. There are a lot of fried chicken sandwich places on Capitol Hill and while this one has a unique concept, I'm not sure I would visit again. read more

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Used Bok a Bok for our 25 people bowling event at UW. This was such a great experience. We were able to order online. I called the store and they recommended what to get and how much to order. We had a constrained budget but actually went under budget and had plenty of leftovers. More people came to our event because we advertised there was Bok a Bok! I which they still had a location in the U District because it was a little tough to drive there and park- but it was definitely worth it. The wings were amazing and everyone raved about the kimchi Mac n cheese! read more

Bok a Bok Fried Chicken - Catered food! - Chicken Wings Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Ordered takeout to be delivered to Stoup, waited 30 minutes because I thought I'd get a notification that it was delivered / update on the link to track my order...finally just walked over to the pickup area and saw my order: not sure how long it had been sitting, food was warm and egg was still a lil runny. The dirty tots were a mess since they all congealed together and just swimming in cheese/ranch sauce- the crispy tots I did get were good. I ordered a side of chicken too and it was good but too saturated in the sauce. This is what I've learned, order sauces on the side. I've been to 3 Bok a Bok locations and have tried a lot of different things and honestly I'll probably continue to because it's not bad, I've just learned different ways to consume it. read more

My first time trying and I got the Spiced Honey & Garlic 5pc and original 5pc. It was incredibly crunchy, which was great. However, I expected more flavor and for it to be more savory rather than sweet. It leaves an interesting after taste after, which I didn't like. The chicken were good after the first wing or so, but then the flavors just started not tasting the best. Although crunchy, there was just too much batter that I began peeling it off. The honey-garlic chicken I thought was going to be a wet sauce over it, instead was a sauce that got hardened/caramelized and was a bit too hard to chew. I did not eat in person, as this was a takeout delivery, so I can't really rate the inside of the space or the staff at the establishment. However, the food did come out fast. read more

Bok a Bok Fried Chicken - Original and SPICED HONEY & GARLIC - WET RUB - Chicken Wings Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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At last, I made it to Bok a Bok, and I'm drooling just thinking about it! This spot operates more like a takeout stand window than a café, but that didn't stop us. We ordered the Umami BBQ Sandwich (substituted with tofu) and the Sesame Soy Garlic Chicken Sandwich. I really appreciate that they offer vegetarian substitutions--it's always a win when places are inclusive of different diets. Service was friendly, and while we waited outside, we noticed how popular this place is. People were pulling up in their cars and hanging out while waiting for their orders. The wait time was reasonable, and the line moved smoothly. Now, let's talk about the sandwiches--delicious, super tasty, and packed to the brim! These beauties require two hands to eat, and every bite is worth it. A great bonus? You can grab your food here and head to Stoup Brewing just down the road to sit and enjoy your meal with a cold beer. They're totally cool with it, making for the perfect pairing. Love that these two spots have such a great relationship! read more

Delicious fried chicken and chicken sandwiches, lots of tasty sauces to choose from. This is one of my favorite fried chicken spots in Seattle. read more

Really solid and unique chicken spot. The chicken is fried really well so the it's super crispy. The chicken is also really juicy. As for the dipping sauce, I highly recommend soy garlic. I tried the umami BBQ but it didn't taste like BBQ - more like a not spicy buffalo sauce. I also tried their tofu and it has the same crisp as the chicken. The biscuits with spiced honey was also pretty good - you could taste the anise (?) and cinnamon from the honey and the biscuit was a perfect vessel. Overall a pretty solid spot for chicken. Benefits is that there's a parking lot and it's relatively quick. read more

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Bok a bok is a must visit Korean fried chicken joint. I overdid it and had to sample thighs two different ways and a half dozen wings with a bunch of different sauces. I ate everything and couldn't move for over an hour. the thighs were very good but the wings in my opinion were better. It seemed like the wings were brined and the thighs weren't. I could be wrong. The guy at the window was fun and helpful he even cheered me on about being my 500th diners drive inns and dives visit. He hooked me up with a couple extra sauces. The chicken was wonderful but the rice bowl was the surprise. It was amazeballs!!! So thick and filling with sticky rice and cheese sauce plus that loose runny fried egg on top. That's the sleeper hit, don't skip the dirty rice bowl. Loved this place even though it's a walk up window it's not lacking any ambiance. The funky mural on the wall keeps you entertained while waiting for your take out. Bravo Bok a Bok. read more

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I've been on the bok a bok train for a few years now and they've always been pretty solid. However, it appears recently they have reduced the size of the fried mushrooms while still charging the same price. Easily 1/3 the size of the old mushrooms. Either decrease the price or increase the amount of mushrooms. Chicken is always good but it's never great to feel ripped off. Our 6 piece was 5.5 piece tonight as well. No problems with the quality of the food but if tonights order is the new normal I doubt we'll continue being customers. read more

Coming to this Bok a Bok has become a tradition whenever I am at Neumos or in the area! I love that you can order online as well as at their window, and their chicken is always hot and crispy. I have also tried their kimchi mac and cheese and enjoy that it is not overwhelmingly kimchi flavored, and the cheese flavor still shines through. There is not much of an ambiance since this is a walk up window with no seating, but staff are always friendly, and Neumos tends to allow folks to bring their food in during events. I recommend ordering online for the quickest and most hassle free experience. Get the fish sauce caramel wings! read more

Food - Full disclosure I know this is a chicken restaurant and I am a vegetarian - this review is with all that in mind and context. The fries were really good and so was the kimchi Mac n cheese. The tofu was ok. I liked the jalapeño cheddar wet rub, and my companions loved their chicken. They all agreed the chicken sandwich was the best option. You can order to your table next door at The Runaway. Service - They brought out all the food promptly and it was well-packaged. Love the agreement with the Runaway! Ambiance - We were at The Runaway, which is a punk bar and they brought it over so I can only attest to the awesomeness of trivia at the runaway while we get food brought over. read more

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I frequently eat at Bok a Bok! All of their chicken is gluten free. It is kinda spendy for chicken but it's worth it. There is no sit down space here it's only for take out. My favorite dipping sauces are the Bok a Bok ranch and the sesame garlic sauce. My favorite side is the dirty fries. The cheese sauce is very good. I typically order online when I come by. The staff are quick and friendly. read more

I want to give this place a 3.5 stars! Cool window order and pick-up only. Takes about 5-10 minutes depending on what you order. The order comes out piping hot with a good amount of juiciness and crisp of the fried chicken. All sandwiches come with fried chicken thigh. My partner had the fire sandwhich and I had the umami bbq. I thought it was on the sweeter side even with the bun. Both sandwiches had a spicy kick. The Umami has great Asian earthy flavors, you can definitely get a good taste of the basil. The buns are great, they hold everything well and they remind me of Hawaiian rolls but much more dense. read more

Bok a Bok Fried Chicken - Chicken Wings Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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A hole-in-the-wall spot tucked into the heart of Cap Hill -- they have an ordering window and the food comes out for pickup fairly quickly. They tend to get busy pretty much ever night, but it's never a long wait! They have lots of daily deals including a BOGO mac n' cheese on Mondays and Taco Tuesdays, among others. I stopped by for a quick dinner and they have a surprising number of vegetarian options for a chicken spot -- feel free to take my review with a grain of salt, as I'm here mostly for the Fried Tofu and Kimchi Mac and Cheese. Fried Tofu: A yummy, filling, and flavorful snack -- the sauces were SO. GOOD. Kimchi Mac: Nothing too special, IMHO. The kimchi was good, but the mac and cheese itself wasn't too crazy. You could probably re-create this at home. I would totally come back again to snag a sandwich -- you can sub most chicken items for tofu and their sauces are delish! read more

Bok a Bok Fried Chicken - KIMCHI MAC N' CHEESE - Chicken Wings Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I ordered for pick up, standing at the window. The cook sees me and ignores me to keep talking to the guy on the window. Guy at the window ignores me until the conversation is over. I got the dry franks red hot wings and they're extremely salty due to the powder. Each wing is caked in it and inedible, I don't think they tried them before they put them on the menu. The fries are unseasoned and there's nothing but small bits in the package. Not coming here again. read more

Bok a Bok Fried Chicken - FRIES - Chicken Wings Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Favorite spot for "fast" fried chicken. This time around, I ordered through the app for pick up. Easy to navigate. Paid online. It was around lunch time, so there was a bit of foot traffic when I picked up. Didn't see any easy parking out front. My order said it was already, so I just simply turned my emergency lights on, parked on the road and hopped out for 30 seconds. Mentioned my name and picked up and I was off! Bok a Bok is so good. I love their OG wings with their ranch. Perfect combo! I personally like getting some carbs in with their biscuits :D Even after a few hours, it is still somehow not soggy and still super crispy!! Bok a Bok is a staple whenever I visit Seattle. Wish they opened one up in Cali :P Follow the adventure @shoyuthebest on IG! read more

tried the Sesame Soy Garlic Sandwich and The Firecracker Sandwich and chicken 1 PC OG THIGH. the fried chicken sandwiches were good but the buns get pretty soggy with the amount of sauce they put so eat it right away. there is an order window and sandwiches takes about 10 mins. they're open on labor day and no line! read more

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TL;DR: Bomb quick-fix no-fuss K-chicken; sides are good but focus on wings Can get really busy with no parking during prime meal hours (and late night) but otherwise super easy to find and place orders on their ipads or on the phone Love the Fish Sauce and Salt & Vinegar wings! These are our go-to wings and we usually supplement them with the OG (crispy) and ranch dipping sauce The crisp holds up surprisingly well both for pick-up and delivery and does not sog down too much in sauce for the wet wings. Although we're both Team Flats, we're also Team CheaperOption so we went with dealer's choice on the wings and were pleasantly provided a good mix of both Sides were good not great: Sticking to the fries and biscuits w/ honey (hit or miss on moistness) - The kimchi mac was too saucy and the macaroni itself was overcooked and mushy - On the other side was the Bowl of Shame rice bowl - weirdly dry and undercooked rice Bok a bok is always a go-to for lazy cooking days and party trays :) Cheers, Bok a Bok! read more

Bok a Bok Fried Chicken - Wingsss - Chicken Wings Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Crunchy chix sandwich made by this hole in the wall establishment. It was ok, however, the fries were awesome - a light crunchy outside covered the soft potato inside. The rice bowl w kimchee and poached egg was not worth eating. Mostly white rice topped w an odd cheesy sauce and poached egg. read more

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Great chicken and fries. Service was solid. Take out, but inside seemed nice. Definitely good food after a night out

I consider myself a fried chicken connoisseur . I love well seasoned juicy chicken. I have debated folks about whose wings are better and all sorts of other fun conversations. So that is the context for my comments about Bok a Bok. I LUV BOk a Bok. Here are the things I love - 1. crunch- the batter makes the chicken super crunchy on the outside 2. Yet juicy- the crunchiness doesn't at all take away from the juiciness. Have you ever but I to a crunchy and dry piece of chicken . Yuck!! Not here 3. The sauces- one such variety. From sweet to spicy and everything in between- they've got you. 4. The Tots tho- tots!! Yes tater tots. Well seasoned with the option to add sauce. Mmmm mmmm good Not everyone in my house agrees but when the choice is mine- it's Bok a Bok everytime. read more

Bok a Bok Fried Chicken - Chicken Wings Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Better then chick-fil-A *spicy chicken sandwich 4/5 *chicken strips 4/5 *fries 3/5 -Spicy Chicken sandwich is a real sandwich that will actually fill you up. Nice big juicy chunk of chicken with the right amount of breading and just super moist. The spices make it pretty hot but not crazy overpowering. That kind of chicken sandwich that has enough chicken that comes out of the bun and really feels like bang for your buck. -chicken strips are nice and crispy with enough breading to give you that real chicken strip crunch and nice seasoning to the batter. -fries were pretty average but I guess you don't come here for fries. read more

Bok a Bok Fried Chicken - Chicken Wings Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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This place sucks. I've been here before and their food was average. Yet this time it really sucked. TLDR: I got an $8 salad with $5.25 chicken thigh protein, they never gave me the chicken. We got to-go. My friend got a new classic chicken sandwich and I got a hearty green salad for $8 + chicken thigh protein for $5.25. When I opened my salad box, I saw no sign of chicken. I though it was buried deep down (the box was shallow so that would mean they didn't give me much chicken thigh), but there was literally not even a shred of chicken when I started eating. I called their number yet no one picked up. The auto voice told me to write an email for any complaints. Yea, sure, by the time you respond to my email, an egg probably already grows into a full-fledged chicken. My friend also disliked his chicken sandwich, which was soggy and greasy. read more

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This place exceeded my expectations! At first glance it's literally a hole in the wall, and doesn't look particularly authentic or appetizing. But we saw they had Taco Tuesdays, where it was buy one get one free. We thought, we'd give it a shot, not expecting the tacos to be anything special. Turns out, the tacos were LOADED with stuff, and it was B1G1! Very pleasantly surprised. The chicken wings that we got were also tender and flavorful. Though they did take a long time go come out with our food, I would still come back here next time I am craving fried chicken and/or tacos! read more

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Great super crispy chicken. Everything here is delicious. I recommend the honey garlic sauce

Had to come here since Guy Fieri himself made a visit on DDD but it was pretty mid. Everything was fine and would prob be a good drunchie but I don't think I'd get it again with the other kfc options out there. I tried the Bowl o Shame ($17) and the Sesame Soy Garlic Sandwich ($10). Note that I did order through Uber eats so I think it def had a negative impact on the quality of my food. I felt like the fried chicken coating was kind of chewy and the soy garlic sauce was just really sweet and not really garlicky. The lemon aioli and kale were unique additions to the sandwich but I felt like they didn't complement the soy garlic much. It felt like slightly lemony sugar on top of the sugary sauce and the kale was overly wilted. The chili sauce on the bowl of shame also wasn't spicy and it def shouldn't have been $17. read more

Bok a Bok Fried Chicken - BOWL O' SHAME and SESAME SOY GARLIC SANDWICH - Chicken Wings Near Me - Seattle, Washington

So many good things to be said about Bok a Bok. If you want chicken that stays crispy and crunchy even after the delivery/takeout process this is a great spot. My favorite flavor is the fish sauce caramel - salty sweet and sticky, really really good. It's also hard for me to get chicken here without getting at least one other side/dish. I love the kimchi Mac n cheese and the dirty rice. Mac is saucy and creamy and flavorful. Even if you're not a big kimchi person like myself I'd still recommend trying it. The biscuits are to die for with the spiced honey - basically a dessert! I never regret ordering Bok a Bok! read more

Bok a Bok Fried Chicken - KIMCHI MAC N' CHEESE, DIRTY RICE, and BISCUIT & SPICED HONEY (takeout) - Chicken Wings Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Ordered fish sauce wings and Chinese mustard wings this time because the staff recommended it. I think the fish sauce wings are okay however the Chinese mustard tasted completely horrible especially the after taste of it. It tasted very strong and created a kinda bitter and weird after taste which me and my friend didn't even want to finish it anymore. I would recommend the fish sauce or the original ones with dipping sauce. Their kimichi Mac and cheese are always really bomb! One good thing about this place is they made their wings really crunchy and freshly made. read more

Bok a Bok Fried Chicken - Chicken Wings Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Nothing beats a hot yoga session than an even hotter chicken sandwich from Bok a Bok Chicken. Right after I took a flow at the SweatBox, I walked my sweaty butt over to Bok a Bok and ordered their spicy chicken sandwich and kimchi mac and cheese. The sandwich was fire...literally! Those serrano chiles nested on top of the red chile aioli kicked up the already hot sandwich but it still had plenty of flavor. I swear I should've ordered two of them. But I also had the kimchi mac and cheese, and that went really well with the spicy sandwich. It was creamy and had that tangy kimchi kick that I really love. Unfortunately, I only had one day in Seattle because I would've come back the next day and try other things too! read more

Bok a Bok Fried Chicken - Spicy Chicken Sandwich (7/10 spiciness) Kimchi Mac and Cheese - Chicken Wings Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Bokabok is a decent option for fried chicken in cap hill, though it feels like there's lot of options (Dave's, mt Joy, Taku) that keep me from choosing to come here very often. The spicy Chicken sandwich was tasty, with a good sized hunk of chicken that was pretty well prepared. Service is pretty quick, even when it's packed late at night. It's order at a window, so don't expect too much ambiance. read more

I've got to be honest, I was super excited to try the wings because I'm gluten free, but I was so disappointed. They were way too sweet (super hard to bite into and encrusted in so much sugar I couldn't taste the meat). The only redeeming part about the meal was the complimentary celery and carrots. read more

I had high expectations of this place because of the Guy Fieri stamp of approval, as well as their own proclamation of calling their fried chicken, "The best they've ever had". The texture of the chicken was for sure great, there's no doubt about that. Whatever process they are using makes the chicken crispy on the outside as well as juicy on the inside. I think that if I were just served a plain fried chicken thigh from here, I would have been very impressed. The issue comes from the sandwich itself. The sauce was pretty decent, but there was a serious lack of it anywhere to be found on the sandwich. I searched far and wide through my takeout bag in hopes of discovering more, but there was none to be found. If I'm ordering a bbq fried chicken sandwich, I expect that bad boy to be fully submerged in the sauce of my choosing, covering my hands and face while I'm eating it. There was an incredibly small amount of whatever toppings were supposed to be on the sandwich too. I think I actually found one single spinach leaf in my to-go box, and none of that was on the sandwich (not sure what happened there). The fries were sort of a miss as well. I was excited to try out these Korean seasonings that were mentioned on the menu, but I think all that was on there was just a little salt. You really have to come harder than that if you're gonna serve crinkle cut fries, which are the cream of the crop when it comes to potato products. read more

Bok a Bok Fried Chicken - Crinkle cut boys are always promising - Chicken Wings Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I feel terrible that I've been enjoying Bok a Bok fried chicken ever since they opened, have continued to enjoy their chicken as they expanded their menu options, and then even as they expanded and closed locations across Seattle. I am gluten intolerant, so my options are admittedly limited, but this still doesn't stop me from being admittedly picky. I don't care if I have only one available gluten-free fried chicken option available to me. If it ain't good, I'm not going to it it. Thankfully, here in Seattle, I have a lot of options, and the options are delicious! Whether it's super hot wings for game day or chicken tenders and tater tots for a quick lunch, Bok a Bok is my go-to for fried chicken! It's got the crispiness in all the right places combined with the awesome brined juiciness of the savory chicken. And when I and my stomach lining are feeling adventurous, I'll go for the Carolina Reaper burn! I think and hope that at this point, Bok a Bok has become a Seattle institution. Like, when you think of Neumo's, how can you not imagine Bok a Bok's signature yellow marquee, and the fresh smell of deep-fried oil marinating the corner of 10th and Pike? So, to my gluten-intolerant friends, yes, this chicken is legit. Get some with some fries or tater tots. And for those who can eat gluten-fell food, try it! Because even my gluten-tolerant friends love this place! read more

Asked for crispy chicken and got this chicken taste old as well the wait was super long as well had to wait a while read more

Bok a Bok Fried Chicken - Asked for crispy chicken and they gave me this chicken does not taste good it taste old - Chicken Wings Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Bok a bok chicken wings w/soy sesame sauce and dirty tots never let me down. We ordered via doordash for takeout so we can eat it at Optimism next door. The order was ready faster than expected so we got to enjoy it sooner! read more

Bok a Bok Fried Chicken - Chicken Wings Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Delicious gluten free fried chicken, enough said!! Delicious and price-point is great!

Solid Korean fried chicken wings with interesting but mild flavors. I've had more flavor elsewhere.

Well I don't usually have issues with Bok Bok but this last order was a gyp. I ordered 20 piece chicken strips and was charged what it would be for four orders of six, which would have actually been MORE CHICKEN. The pieces were smaller than they used to be and seemed dryer also. The tots where also overcooked and dry....tots should be lightly crunchy on outside yet soft and tender, they where more hard on outside and not much on inside.... definitely overcooked. Usually I go to the udistrict location and have never had an issue. Last time I was at the Capitol Hill location the pieces were bigger , and of course the person there claimed the coconut chicken was gluten free so I kept having that and unknowingly poisoning myself and making myself sick. (Celiacs beware and read the menu carefully) read more

Pros: -Chicken is super crispy and crunchy on the outside, juicy on the inside. -The wings were a decent size. The tenders, however, were HUGE! -I liked the kimchi mac & cheese. It had a nice kick of flavor from the kimchi, all while maintaining the ooey-gooeyness from the cheese. -They do take-out orders (which I would recommend!) -Overall, I liked it enough to come back and try other things. Cons: -Sauces were underwhelming. The soy sesame garlic sauce was very watery and didn't want to adhere to the chicken. I think it would be better if it was some kind of glaze. The Korean BBQ sauce was okay but nothing special. The ranch was the most disappointing of them all. I was hoping it would be something special, but it was very bland and didn't have any flavor. The chicken also needed the sauces because I didn't find it to be seasoned enough to be able to enjoy it on its own. -The biscuit looked way better in the videos than it actually tasted. The honey is spiced with 5-spice which was... interesting. -The food took a long time to come out. It was kind of deceiving because there was only 1 person who ordered before us, but they were busy with take-out and UberEats orders. -Parking can be a challenge if you're driving. read more

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