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    Chicken Today

    3.9 (48 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed

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    Chicken wings sample platter
    Federico A.

    Hands down one of my favorite wing spots in k-town. No-frills, quality chicken wings. The vibes are always great. Basketball games always up on the screens. Hang with the bros or pre-game a date night, this place is my go-to! Shoutout to Kevin for being a great host

    Free salad
    Leonard K.

    I drove by here the other day and thought this place would be interesting to try, but then forgot about it like I do everything else that seems interesting. But when I was going to Liu's Cafe to get their beef noodle soup and finding out it was sold out, it gave me the opportunity to try it because this was in front of where I parked. I'm so glad I did too because this just might possibly be the best place to get chicken in LA! Wow! I ordered a fried rice, which came out in a tower. It was nice because when you popped open the egg, the yolk was able to stay on the rice and it made for a scrumptious bite. Not to mention the seaweed flakes on the side gave it a nice flavor. Before the fried rice came out, they brought out a cabbage salad, which is something almost every Korean restaurant gave out in the past, but kind of a rarity nowadays, which was really nice. For the chicken, I asked the fellow which they would recommend, their wings or their whole chicken. They recommended the original and informed me that it was fried twice, which would give it a much crunchier and juicier texture. The last time I had a double fried chicken anything was at San Tung in San Francisco and I've never had double fried chicken in La, nor was able to find a place that did it. For over a decade, I've always wanted to eat at a place in LA that had double fried chicken. And here it was! When the chicken came out, it was so good. The crispiness was so light yet flavorful and the inside of the meat was so tender and juicy. They gave me salt and a sweet and sour sauce to go with it and while good, the chicken doesn't even really need any of it. This is now my favorite chicken in La and I'm definitely going to come back every now and then because it's at the top of my chicken list. Also, looking at the menu, they had some items where they put a new price on top of items. While most places put a higher price over their menu items, they put LOWER prices on theirs, so they are working to get a great and affordable price to everyone who comes. They also have a bar where you can get draft beer as well, and the ambiance is big and cozy with sports games playing. Definitely worth checking out!

    Chicken Trio Sampler
    Gubaa M.

    Food and service were good. Only downside was parking spot. There's only one or two parking spots for this place which was very hard to find it's available during dinner time in Ktown LA. I might come back for food but thinking about driving around and finding a spot for parking I might not.

    Julius Ryan A.

    "Tried Chicken Today for the first time and it did not disappoint. We got the AYCE bone‑in wing deal for $24.99, and every batch came out fresh, crispy, and perfectly seasoned. The staff kept everything moving and checked in often, which made the experience even better. Great food, great value, great vibes."

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    Angela G.

    My bf and I came to the boba shop that was here years ago. We were surprised to see a new restaurant had replaced it. We were with a group of friends (note: none of us are Korean) and couldn't decide where to have dinner so we chose this spot. There are plenty out here but the photos made this place appetizing and we didn't really want to walk further since we had a friend with a somewhat broken ankle with us. We walked in and were not greeted whatsoever. I read a fellow Yelp Elite's review and they mentioned that they also didn't get the service they deserve because they were not Korean. Very discriminatory. We had to basically wait a bit till someone else came out from the back, to seat us. It wasn't late at all, it was basically dinner time around 6pm on a weekend and somehow this place was empty. I can see why lol. She sat us in the very back since we kind of had a big group. Every time we had a question or something, the waitress seemed to just walk away from us. It's like they either didn't understand or ignored us? It was odd. We ordered our food which came out pretty quickly and it was delicious. Loved everything, even the fries which I was a little worried about. However, after the lady dropped off our food, not a single visit back. She was completely MIA and this place is pretty big btw. Seemed like she kept hiding in the back along with the other workers. We didn't have a single water refill and the food is spicy so we basically needed water multiple times and ended up sharing waters due to the lack of service. They never came back to check on us or ask if we needed anything else. Also, they only serve jjajangmyeon for lunch time, odd, but that's a thing I guess. Took forever to get to go boxes and even the check. It was unbelievable how much of a lack of service there was here. The food was very good but will definitely not be coming back. IG: @ammysalamii

    Fried wing platter
    Kayla C.

    I really like this place! What initially caught my husband and I's eye was the fact that they play the Dodger games with the sound on. It gives us a good reason to enjoy a meal while watching the game outside of our home. Today, we were quickly greeted by a young man who let us know we could sit wherever we'd like, so we chose to sit outside. The ambience is cute outside - they have fairy lights! He was also a great server. Super attentive! It's a chill place with good food. We got the fried wing platter which came with three flavors of wings, a salad, and pickled radishes. He even asked us if we wanted a refill of our salad and radishes. Overall I think this is a great little spot and I think they deserve more attention than they get. It's usually pretty calm every time I've come.

    Daniel C.

    Food was great, flavors hit the spot and the interior is quite open and spacious. The service was somewhat distracted especially for only two parties. Food did come out fairly quickly but we ordered the next rounds as soon as we got the current round. They provide a trash for bones and gloves to keep clean. The oil does penetrate the glove overtime so you arent fully protected but definitely nice to have! Super delicious and worth the AYCE value! They have a few parking spots for the restaurant on the side which is nice!

    Chicken trio
    Gerico S.

    This famous Korean chicken spot has finally arrived in the US and their first location is here in LA! They've been perfecting their fried chicken since 1977 and have since opened over 100 locations in Korea. Their chicken is brined for 24 hours to make it extra juicy and flavorful, and they also double-fry to make their chicken crispy on the outside but still moist on in the inside. Literally everything you'd want your fried chicken to be Service was great as they checked in on us frequently. Everything we ordered: --Onion Rings --Fried Chicken Gizzard --Fried Wing Trio Sampler (Fried, Spicy, Sweet Soy) great option for those who want to try different flavors! --Whole Fried Chicken w/ Garlic Sauce (trust us, you'll want more of the garlic sauce )

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    Carlo G.

    I got the chicken wings here and they were very good! All of them were crispy, juicy, and flavorful. The ones coated in sauce were great, the flavors weren't overpowering and the sauces weren't too thick. I appreciate them giving us gloves to eat them so our fingers don't get too dirty. I also appreciated the radishes and ranch on the side, they were good compliments to the chicken. The vibes were also nice inside, great for eating and drinking at night with friends. It was also clean. The waiters were also attentive and accommodating when serving us. However, the one thing I didn't like was the sense of discrimination from two of the servers. We walked in nearer to closing time and tried to flag down some waiters, but they ignored us and didn't want to seem to serve us. However, I had a Korean friend with me and she started to speak to them in Korean and they spoke to each other saying "oh! She's Korean" so they proceeded to accommodate us which my Korean friend translated for us. Had she not been there, I feel like our experience would've been different and that kind of leaves a bitter taste in my mouth. My Korean friend mentioned that they might've turned us away since it was late, but since she spoke in Korean they decided to take us in. Aside from that, the food and vibes were good but I'm a little weary about how the staff would treat non-Koreans.

    Estele K.

    Food 4/5: so crunchy! Honestly one of the best korean fried chicken I've tasted in koreatown, gotta try korean fried chicken wings and with sauce. You won't regret. But the whole chicken was a bit too dry for me. Service 5/5: good service and friendly staff Ambiance 5/5: looks like korean street bar very chill I highly recommend.

    Trio boneless fried chicken platter, comes with tteokbokki in each one as well as dips and sides and a salad.
    Marissa M.

    Loved this place so much we came back again but this time for takeout! We were able to order over the phone, had a difficult time communicating but we were eventually able to get the order right and it was ready once we got there which was great! Everything was packaged perfectly and reminded me of being in Korea as they sealed all the containers. We got the boneless trio again, rose tteokbokki and they even had a promotion with a choice of fries, tteokbokki or chicken gizzard so we opted for the tteokbokki again, really generous! The only downside is chicken today is far from where I live so the food wasn't super hot by the time we got home and I really wish I lived closer as I'd come more often for sure. The boneless trio was incredible and we wished we had ordered more, their sauces are to die for and the chicken is quality. They cook it perfectly and I love the fried tteokbokkis in the sauce, so unique and good! They did forget the salad which was a bummer as that's one of our favorites but they included all the sauces. I loved the spicy one but wish they gave us more ranch to dip with. All of the sides complimented the meal perfectly. The rose tteokbokki was really good and had a generous amount of rice cakes and fish cakes. We loved the meal and had leftovers which was great! Some really solid fried chicken and Korean food would highly recommend!

    Current deal!
    Sarah N.

    I wasn't sure what to expect going in but was pleasantly surprised with how chill the vibe was. We ordered the Original Whole Chicken, Fries, Rosé Rice Cakes and of course our beer, Krush (which pairs really well with saero soju or soju in general) I was amazed at how crispy the chicken skin was and how juicy the meat was inside. We enjoyed our meal with never ending comments on everything we were enjoying. A huge plus that they have a free deal with an order of a full size of chicken

    Phattharaporn S.

    This place is great for delicious Korean chicken! The wings are very crispy and fully seasoned. The signature menu are great and we got to taste everything without ordering them one by one.l The vibe is lively, with sports on TV and a great selection of Korean pocha food. Free parking lot which is rare in KTown but the spot is very limited. I'm pretty sure if you wait for a while you'll find a spot.

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    Great service and Very delicious! Loved it here. Will definitely come back!And will recommend to my…read morefriends n family!

    tl;dr the delectable pork ribs overshadow the otherwise authentic but standard lineup at this…read morenow-shuttered Korean stalwart Los Angeles Koreatown is home to restaurants that specialize in every facet of Korean cuisine. If you're searching for some of the city's best pork, then those in the know will bring up Ham Ji Park. For 2 decades, generous platters of pork ribs and pork neck stew decked every table. Now, our Korean friends lament the loss of their favorite pork joint in the city. The Koreatown proper location is located in the Royal Plaza mini-mall, just a few blocks off bustling Wilshire. Discounted parking is available in a lot across the street from the Chevron gas station. From the street, the entrance is flanked by potted plants and an enclosed street-ery. Inside, stainless steel chairs are pressed up against wooden tables, each outfitted with a metal grill. Oppressive fluorescent lighting shines down on the stone grey walls, which are left undecorated apart from a few flatscreens. Multi-lingual chatter blends with the sizzle of platters. I visited with some friends for a weeknight dinner, and about half of the tables were occupied. We shared a spread of grilled platters and sizzling soups. The meal began with a carafe of barley tea and a mostly standard spread of banchan. Across our food, the best dish was the signature Charbroiled Pork Spare Rib. The ribs were flavorful without feeling gamey, and the meat was complemented by sweet caramelized onions. The pork ribs handily outdid the good-not-great Charbroiled Beef Short Rib. Lastly, the Milt and Cod Rose with Vegetables stew was fishy and briny, appropriately flavored for the Korean palate. The service was appropriately attentive, although I would've appreciated more intentional refills of our banchan ramikens. The rib plates cost upward of $35 each, while the soup was just under $30. The portions were hearty; a single entree platter could reasonably feed 2 moderately hungry bellies. It's a shame to hear that Ham Ji Park has closed; I'm kicking myself for not trying their pork neck stew earlier.

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    $$

    my $20 lunch special turned into like 4 meals. GREAT value…read more i was craving korean home-style cooking and found this place. it's got affordable lunch specials under $20. i was really surprised at just how much food i received for just $20... giant plate of sizzinging. perfectly seasoned pork ribs & onions with a really nice char. a big cup of rice, a really great banchan spread with lots of variety, and a massive bowl of broth with such a great mild flavor to balance the spicy banchan and rich pork. it was phenomenal, cured my tummy ache, and immediately took me back to my trip to korea many years ago. i inhaled everything but there was so much food i ended up with a big takeout bag. i kid you not this one $20 meal has turned into like 4 meals for me. pork turned into lettuce wraps, rice fried and mixed with eggs , broth used to elevate a cheap ramen. i WILL be back. i wish i could have bought some of the banchan as an extra charge or something so i could take it home with me because im STILL dreaming of it. the inside has good a/c and a cute homely atmosphere. and the staff was incredibly kind and helped me choose what to eat and helped me pack up the broth once i was done eating. you can see the giant goblet of boiling broth in the kitchen as you eat. easy parking behind the restaurant and in the street.

    Suuper bummed about our experience today. We ordered the cold noodle & LA galbi combo as we always…read moredo, and a leek pancake as we weren't as hungry and the combo usually fills us up. Even when we ordered the food, the server said "that's it?" as if she was offended that we didn't order more food (lower sales?) I'm not sure if we misunderstood her attitude but that's kind of how it felt like. The quality and size went down and it was just... not good. This used to be my #1 spot for cold noodles but our other fav place was closed today so we decided to come here. As you can see, the size of the cold noodles became smaller. Everything was packed in this small bowl which made it harder to eat. I think they changed the noodles they use because it wasn't doing anything texture wise. It used to be chewy and had a good buckwheat flavor. The broth tasted.. like water with a splash of bone broth. The quality of galbi was also a disappointing as I feel like it's became less and the meat was burnt with more fat/chewy bits. The leek pancake was ok but again, comparing it to my picture from January, it was bigger in size and more dough-y. Service was decent previously but it felt a bit cold today. Again, super bummed because we still love this place but I probably won't be ordering their combo again. You can see in my pictures how often we used to order the cold noodles from here and you can compare the quality.

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