I have lived in this neighborhood for over 3 years and walked past this spot countless times - I'm…read moreso glad I finally got to try Kuku! The fried chicken wings were so crunchy, juicy, and saucy. They are very comparable to Bonchon or BBQ chicken. We also tried the soondubu which tasted very fresh, not so heavy on the gochujang, and relatively homemade! The seafood patron was perfectly crispy, a little thick, and very heavy on the quantity of seafood. The biggest surprise for me was actually the purple rice haha. It was very moist and soft but complemented the soondubu and LA galbi very well! This is a spot I will for sure keep going back to.

Great flavor and crunch on the fried chicken! Love the assortment of banchan and the steamed egg…read morewas delicious and fluffy. Soondubu and the cold noodles were also good. Waffle fries were as expected lol. Lunch specials are worth it as the main comes with a side and drink. Next time will get the meat platter.

I've been wanting to check out Birdbox for a while for the claw attached to your chicken sando. If…read moreyou're coming here, you've probably seen it and here for that too. I was surprised to find that it's a ghost kitchen. You walk behind the coffee shop and order from a kiosk with many other restaurants to order from as well. My order took 15 minutes and within the estimated time frame that they gave you. Once my order was ready, I clicked to open via text and the locker popped open with my bag --viola! I ordered the Claude the Claw ($18.99) with medium spicy sauce on the side. The sandwich is pretty huge. I like how they wrapped the sandwich around the claw sticking out from the bottom. I did take it out of the wrapper for the picture, but suggest you keep the wrapper on as it gets messy to eat. The spices and flavor is delicious and the chicken is crispy and tender. It's a great Nashville hot chicken sandwich overall. While the claw is insta-worthy, it's not quite worth the extra $4 (plus you can't really even eat it, so it's all for show). I'd suggest getting the claw for your first time, but I'd get the regular sandwich in the future for the lower price.

Could this be the best chicken sandwich? I have to admit, it's a weird to see a chicken leg…read moresticking out of the sandwich. It doesn't serve much purpose other than adding a quirky charm. That said, the sandwich itself is great. The chicken is perfectly seasoned, and the spicy, smoky sauce complements it beautifully. It's a solid, flavorful sandwich that's definitely worth trying. You will need to decide for yourself if it lives up to the hype. A heads up, the place can be tricky to find. It's tucked inside a building behind the coffee shop that Google Maps directs you to, and seating is very limited.

"Matter of fact, I'll take four chicken fingers!"…read more You can't visit NYC without hitting up the massive, neon-lit Raising Cane's flagship location in Times Square. This location has cute Raising Cane's merchandise. The energy inside is wild, but the real question was: does the food actually live up to the massive hype? I came straight here chasing that legendary crispy, saucy bite--and it did not disappoint. The chicken fingers were piping hot, incredibly tender, and practically standard-issue vessels for that iconic Cane's Sauce. The classic crinkle-cut fries were solid, but the real sleeper hit is always that buttery, pillowy Texas toast. When you assemble the ultimate bite--chicken, sauce, toast, and a fry-- it's devine. It's fast, it's chaotic, and it's a total Times Square experience. If you're looking for a quick, comforting, and undeniably crispy late-night bite in the city, this flagship location delivers exactly what you're craving. The staff is top notch and the DJ kept the energy going!

Raising Cane's in Times Square was such a fun experience! The vibe was on point with the DJ playing…read moremusic, which made it feel more like an event than just grabbing food. For being in such a busy tourist area, everything ran surprisingly smoothly. The line moved quickly and our food came out fast and fresh. I was especially impressed with how clean it was. The staff stayed on top of everything, constantly clearing tables and wiping things down even though the place was completely packed. The only downside was how hard it was to find seating since it was so busy, but that definitely wasn't a deal breaker. The energy, service, and efficiency made it worth it. 10/10. We don't have a raising canes back home so this was a great stop in Times Square!

This Korean fried chicken spot in LIC is not bad if you're looking for a quick and casual bite! I…read moreordered this on UberEats and it arrived within 20 minutes--super nice and convenient. I got their soy garlic chicken as well as some of their fried rice and it was pretty solid.

I finally get to try this Korean Fried Chicken spot that's supposed to be really good but boy was I…read moredisappointed. I don't know if it was just me, this location or the food in general but I was not happy with the food at all. I got the $20 deal special which comes with 10 pieces of chicken (drums and wings) along with 2 sides, which I choose the Seasoned Fries and Korean Street Corn. The chicken was good, it was fried perfectly and crunchy but once you bite into it and the outer layer is gone it tasted like it had no seasoning on it. All the flavor was on the batter and seems like the chicken wasn't marinated at all. As for the sides, I was not a fan of the street corn since it just tasted like plain corn with cheese in it and the fries were ok. Usually korean fried chicken is good no matter where you get it from but I don't know about this francaise. I might try it again to see if it's the same but that's probably going to be a while. Besides the food, the cashier was very friendly and answered my questions and the place was clean as well.

It was great service and was very quick! The woman at the register asked many pertinent questions…read moreto ensure that my family order was exactly what we wanted. The Food tasted great! It was very clean. Thank you!!!

Amazed how freakin good this was. The literal definition of "hit the spot"…read more Trust me, get the Fluffies Filled Fried. None of the mess of a sandwich but all the enjoyment plus it's also fries.

This KFC, or rather Korean Fried Chicken place, opened up back in April on 1st Avenue, with a new…read moreone having very recently opened on 2nd Ave and 73rd. I went here a while back to order lunch for takeout, and it was pretty good. After they opened, they added some specials ranging from $15 to $17, combining chicken with fries or dumplings, and I went with the sweet and spicy boneless chicken with standard fries, as you can also update the fries to the "spicy snow" version for an extra $1. The cashier was friendly. The sweet and spicy chicken is their version of Yangnyeom/양념치킨, and the combo came with a few moderately sized pieces. The breading was crispy, and the chicken inside was pretty tender. There was some sweetness, and it had a mild kick, though it wasn't as spicy as I prefer. The fries inside were OK. They had a good crisp to them and a good crunch, but needed a tad more salt. The fry portion was also much larger, so next time, I would just stick with the chicken. The free kimchi was standard and decent. This was a perfectly decent Korean chicken spot. If it were any closer to a Korean neighborhood, I doubt it would be doing well, but there is a distinct lack of Korean places nearby outside of the primarily takeout spot, which doesn't specialize at all in chicken. It fills a niche, and I would likely at some point stop in again to try their Korean chicken sandwich or their plain chicken to try more of their sauces.

I've ordered 3 times, and enjoyed all 3 meals at home. I go in person, place my order, and go…read morehome to enjoy. It's not as messy as you might think. Things were rather neat actually. My first ever order of Boong's wings, since wings are hands-on, was a bit messy, but oh sooo good, and worth it. LOL But, as I write this, I realize that the boneless chicken pieces I have ordered twice, are not messy, even tho I'm hands-on with that meal, too. LOL. so, I could eat those in the shop, and not feel like my hands are a total mess. SERVICE is friendly and helpful. ASK if you have questions. :) I've had the chicken wings, and the boneless fried chicken. I like the sauce choices, and the complimentary small container of kimchi . You need to ask for it if you want it. And, right there!! Boom!! That's a BENEFIT OF READING YELP REVIEWS. Right?!! :) That part of my take-out container that is open, is open for a reason--to keep the crunchiness of the chicken. If closed, the heat from the food would make it less crunchy. As if steaming it. So, the restaurant gives you your takeout container with one part open. Make sure it stays open. I still have to try the ramen, because I'm curious about the machine -see my photos--the machine helps you prepare your ramen sold in the colorful packaged ramen available in the shop. There is a MILD-SPICY-EXTRA SPICY. SELECTION. See my photos of the COLORFUL RAMEN WALL. There is seating available inside-about 6 tables. I'll update when I try the ramen, and I'll enjoy it inside the shop.

Heard about this place on instagram and happened to be in the area and stopped by I'm not…read moredisappointed! The service was so great as soon as we walked in we received a warm welcome and the food was delicious! Shout out to Angel! Had never had a spice bag before but it's definitely worth the hype, fries and chicken were hot and crisp

If you haven't been to Pecking House yet, consider this your sign to go. The restaurant has become…read morea favorite among the Gen Z crowd, and after one bite of its signature chili-fried chicken, it's easy to understand why. The chicken is crunchy, intensely flavorful, and carries just the right amount of heat. Each piece is buttermilk-brined, country-fried, and dusted with Sichuan peppercorns, Tianjin chilis, and five-spice, creating a combination that's spicy, numbing, savory, and deeply addictive all at once. But the menu goes beyond the famous fried chicken. Seasonal dishes rotate regularly, alongside standout chicken sandwiches and wings that deserve just as much attention. There's an energy to the food that feels modern without losing sight of technique or tradition. That balance comes directly from chef and founder Eric Huang. Huang grew up working in his family's Chinese restaurant while training as a cellist at Juilliard School before eventually abandoning music. After a detour studying history at Northwestern University, he committed fully to cooking and spent more than a decade training in some of NYC's most prominent kitchens, including Cafe Boulud, Gramercy Tavern, and Eleven Madison Park. As a sous chef at Eleven Madison Park, he was part of the team that helped the restaurant earn the title of "Best Restaurant in the World" in 2017. Like many chefs, Huang's plans changed dramatically in 2020 when the pandemic interrupted his ambitions of opening a Michelin-starred restaurant. Instead, he returned home to help save his family's struggling business. Out of that difficult moment came the dish that would define Pecking House: the now-famous Sichuan chili country fried chicken, reportedly perfected on the very first attempt. Pecking House succeeds because it combines serious culinary pedigree with food that's delicious, craveable, and unpretentious. The fried chicken alone is worth the trip and the long line.

I always stop by when I'm in the mood for excellent roast chicken, which is always moist, never dry…read moreand again excellent. Always order a half chicken to go with the green sauce and tomato sauce with extra pita. I've tried their rice and beans and it's pretty good as well. The service is great and your order is put together really quickly. I've never had a bad experience.

We occasionally order the whole chicken with 2 sides. It is always a solid meal! But this time when…read moreI placed the order they charged me for the 2 sides separately as opposed to the whole chicken Meal. I called them back and they were honest and told me that they will refund me the overcharge. Of course, I wish this would not have happened. And if I had not looked at the receipt I probably would not have caught it. Glad they owned up to the error. Will order from the again. And the chicken is delicious !