Great addition to the West Whittier community is my new favorite Korean chicken place. This venue apparently focuses on to go than dine in. The website was super easy to navigate and I was able to get the email notifications on my orders without a hitch. The chickens are well executed, tender on the inside and battered thin enough to keep the chicken crunch but not overly clumped. Three flavors I tried were: original sauce, plain (regular) fried, and soy . They all tasted excellent. The spiciness of the original sauce is on the higher side, so I can't imagine how spicy the "buldak" options are going to be. Definitely recommended, give it a try and recommend ordering online about 20 minutes ahead. This ain't KFC, they cook to order so it takes time. read more

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Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside--this Korean-style chicken is absolutely delicious. The flavor is spot on, not too heavy, and the staff is incredibly friendly. I find myself stopping by every time I'm in the area. Highly recommend! read more

Chicko Chicken - Front of store - Korean Near Me - Whittier, California

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You should slap yourself if u think Popeyes, KFC, church's or any other place has decent fried chicken and wings...this place cracks and will get you hooked wanting more. Freshly made chicken to order, various flavors...you need to try this spot. Quit playing Owners are super friendly. read more

Chicko Chicken - Super crispy on the outside...soft and juicy inside - Korean Near Me - Whittier, California

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Was I a little skeptical about trying a korean fried chicken place in whittier? Yes. HOWEVER, look no further. If youre on the fence about it, highly recommend trying this place. Took advantage of doordash discount theyre doing so did not visit the store but when it was delivered to be after traveling about 15 mins, the chicken was piping hot still! Their yangnyeom is really great, sweet, spicy, absolutely the right consistency of sticky. I love that theyre generous with the sauce but not drenching in it so its not soggy. Fries were perfectly crispy and I love the shake fries seasoning they offer! I will say, the second time we ordered here, the fries weren't as hot like we got leftovers or the fries were sitting for a bit but overall, small slip for awesome chicken!! Will definitely order again the next time im craving and thats saying a lot considering i live next to 5+ other Korean fried chicken places! read more

Chicko Chicken - Yangnyeom chicken small wings - Korean Near Me - Whittier, California

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Super crispy and delicious. It's pretty spicy, around the same spice level as Buldak. Highly recommend if you love spicy food! read more

Chicko Chicken - Haek Buldak (half size) - Korean Near Me - Whittier, California

Passed by this place and when I heard it was open. I decided to stop in and try it out. The owners were very helpful and friendly and the restaurant was very clean. The chicken itself is very delicious and tasty. Food is made to order and was cooked pretty fast. I will be stopping in again! read more

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Chicko Chicken has been opened for a little over 2 months now. It replaced Two Hands Korean Corn Dogs and now serving Korean Fried Chicken. A small parking lot but not too hard to find a spot. Inside has very limited seating and I do wish people could sit and eat there. Service is very good so no complaints there. When it comes to the food, the chicken wings are extremely crispy and hold it even after being covered in sauce. Speaking of sauce, their Yangyeom and Cheese Snow are probably my favorite flavors. With two remarks, I will say that receiving your order takes longer than expected (~30 minutes) and although it's delicious and the wings are huge compared to other places, it is on the expensive side. I would still recommend coming in, checking it out! read more

My husband picked this up for dinner and wow was it delicious! He said the food was done really quickly and the service was great. We ordered a full order with two flavors (soy garlic and soy gangjung) both were delicious but the soy gangjung was my fave. The chicken was so juicy on the outside but also crispy on the outside! Not over sauced at all! We also ordered a side of sweet potato fries which were delicious. Happy Whittier got a spot like this, will definitely be back! read more

Waited a long tome for nearby Korean Fried Chicken. Worth the wait. It is absolutely divine! I'll never, ever, have to eat nasty fried chicken from local markets, eateries, etc. read more

I'm very happy to finally have a Korean fried chicken shop right here in Whittier. The space is not huge, with only a few seats along a counter. So I opted for takeout today. The chicken was still warm and very crispy when I got home. I forgot which of the flavors I ordered, but one was on the sweeter side with a nice crispy glaze on the outside, while the other one I ordered was more spicy and saucy. From what I read, this is the first outlet of this chain in California. I cannot recommend this chicken enough. Parking is a bit of a challenge but there's plenty of nearby street parking. The owners are kind and were happy to chat about the business while I waited for my order to come out. read more

Chicko Chicken - To go - Korean Near Me - Whittier, California

Great K-Chicken has (surprisingly) arrived in Whittier. Flavor profile is somewhere between Chicken Troopers and I Got My Sound Chicken, two of the best K-Chicken joints in the surrounding area. The chicken itself is slightly less juicy than Trooper, but is also less greasy and ultimately works in Chicko's favor. The sauce layer over the chicken has good taste, and is done carefully and well. Yang-yeom (mild spicy) is the winner, but the wife still swears by the Soy Garlic, which I begrudgingly respect (it's good yo). Service is very good, and they have a good selection of sides and drinks. I think most orders would be to-go, but there are some seats if you'd like to dine in. The only nitpick I would have is the cooking time - I wish it could be slightly faster (20 min), but it's not so terrible that I'd dock points for it. read more

Chicko Chicken - Half & Half - Korean Near Me - Whittier, California

I'm a sucker for fried chicken So I was excited to finally try this place. The vibe is the same as when it was two hands corn dogs. Owners were very polite and happy to guide us through this experience. I must say I had some doubts but was blown away to find out that their boneless chicken is actual boneless thigh meat chopped and fried! This made it more juicier and flavorful. We got a boneless combo with a drink and fries and a half order of the bone in fried chicken which consist of three pieces of a Thigh, one regular drum stick and one wing drumstick all seasoned with their sweet and mildly spicy Yangyeom sauce. It was delicious! Only draw back, and I understand this is Korean but I need more sides, something like a creamy macaroni or potato salad! Regardless, I will definitely be returning for some fried chicken. Tip: order online or via phone to avoid the 15-20min wait. read more

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Chicken was crunchy, flavorful and was ready in about 15 minutes. Will definitely become my go to spot for fried chicken.

The wings here are so good! We ordered half original and half soy garlic. The soy garlic wings were beautifully glazed, and everything came out perfectly crispy without being overly breaded. This is our go-to spot for Korean wings now! read more

Really good. We tried different ones and we all loved the Yangyeom sweet and spicy. Yummy. Good fries too.

Delicious! Crunchy and hot ! * This is my second time purchasing chicko chicken and it is truly a new quality gem in Whittier. The chicken is not greasy, the packaging has air vents so when you take your order home, the chicken skin is still crunchy. The meat is moist and delicious. This place is ran by a sweet couple and I'm really rooting for their business because it's in an area that could be overlooked. Pro tip**** would be to call in your order (for better pricing/pickup) Don't skip out on this place. I'm a big fan of pickled radish so I def got a large side of that with some sweet potato fries. It's all been delicious. Don't sleep on this place :) read more

Chicko Chicken - This photo was taken AFTER we already ate a good portion . Soy Gangjung and Yangyeom Delicious! Crunchy and hot ! * - Korean Near Me - Whittier, California

First time and we will definitely eat here again. The restaurant is clean and pretty empty, more for takeout than dine-in. The chicken was made to order and the cook paid special attention to our note asking for the order to be extra crispy. It only took about 5 minutes to get our order, due to the extra frying. The flavors were delicious. We had a half and half order of Yangyeom and Buldak and an order of Shake Shake fries with Herb and Garlic. It was all served hot and fresh and the portions were generous with excellent prices. The cooks were super friendly and attentive. We really appreciated their smiles and awesome service. Give it a try for something new. We can't wait to eat at Chicko Chicken again! read more

Chicko Chicken - Buldak and Yangyeom - Korean Near Me - Whittier, California

Pricing so misleading. The cheese flavor was so so..not the same as the one I tasted somewhere else..meat was undercooked. BBQ flavor was good though. Am giving it 2 stars for the very misleading prices. read more

I came last week to eat with the girlfriend before catching a movie. Place is not very inviting for dining. The two "no sabo" kids got my order completely wrong. I asked for the 1/2+1/2 wings and got whole pieces of chicken. Asked for the spicy sauce and the garlic one and got one super spicy and another super sweet. The sweet potatoes fries were soggy. So why the 5 stars? Because it sucks that a new place that is trying to build a clientele has to deal with a labor force that has no work ethic. So for the sake of the restaurant, do not leave those two kids working by themselves. I do appreciate the owner remaking the fries, the chicken was good although I don't like legs we ended up throwing away most of it, but it was crispy and the food has potential. read more

Chicko Chicken Whittier delivers some of the most authentic Korean fried chicken in the area. The flavors are bold, the chicken stays perfectly crisp, and the sauces hit the right balance. The staff is welcoming and quick, making the whole experience smooth. A spot that's definitely worth returning to. The place was very clean and welcoming. read more

This Korean fried chicken restaurant absolutely exceeded my expectations. The chicken was perfectly fried--ultra crispy on the outside while incredibly juicy and tender on the inside. You can tell the oil is fresh and the technique is spot-on, because the coating is light, crunchy, and never greasy. The flavors are where this place truly shines. Whether it's the classic soy garlic, sweet and spicy, or the bold gochujang-based sauce, every bite is packed with deep, well-balanced flavor. The sauces cling beautifully to the chicken without overpowering it, and the heat level is just right. Portion sizes are generous, the sides complement the chicken well, and everything comes out hot and fresh. The service is friendly and efficient, and the restaurant has a clean, welcoming atmosphere that makes you want to come back. If you're a fan of fried chicken--or even if you think you've had it all--this place is a must-visit. Easily one of the best Korean fried chicken spots around. Highly recommended! read more

Chicko Chicken - Chico Chicken - Korean Near Me - Whittier, California

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Place seems new and wasn't busy when I ordered. Chicken was crispy and flavorfull. Definitely worth a try. Not much seating. Highly recommend. read more

The chicken is very good, and customer service is excellent. I pre-ordered chicken for a party and my order was on time and correct.

This place is a local and hidden gem. There are not many Korean fried chicken places in the Whittier area, but this is the new go to spot. Service was incredible, workers were so nice and the food was delicious. Highly recommend the shaken fries, it's fries with a Korean seasoning powder We also got the yangyeom (Korean sweet chili sauce) and the original fried wings. The wings were really crispy and juicy while having great flavor. We also got the boneless wings, they use thighs and not breasts so they are really tender and moist. The price is also the most reasonable Korean fried chicken prices I've seen. Very good price for the food and quality you are getting. Try it out, this place is a most go. read more

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Fried chicken done to a higher standard than your normal fare. Don't compare it to KFC or Popeyes because it's on a whole other tier. Eat the chicken, have some pickled radish and then have a sip of beer or beverage to wash the grease down. Enjoy life and be glad you are still alive to witness this with your own tastebuds. Life has meaning with fried chicken. read more

My sister ordered from here yesterday and I happened to go over and try some of their chicken wings. OH MY GOSH! Let's just say that I'm literally about to go there for lunch, today. I came on their yelp page to show my husband the menu and have to leave an amazing review because this chicken wings are AMAZING!!!! We had the plain flavor because she ordered for my nieces, but today I'll try the sauces on the side. So happy whittier has a delicious chicken spot! read more

First of all it is very close to my house(Love it~). And the bite size of chicken is perfect for me. My favorite is the original taste and Cheese Snow. It is so different than any other chicken places. Since you taste once you will get to come back with no doubt. I've heard Soy garlic chicken is coming soon. I have a feeling this is going to be my favorite place to order fried chicken. read more

A new Korean fried chicken place opened near my home, and I was so excited to try it. I ordered the seasoned chicken, and my husband got the cheese snow flavor. What really surprised me was how clean and light it tasted--crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and even though it was boneless, there was no fatty part at all. The seasoned flavor was really delicious and exceeded my expectations. The cheese snow, on the other hand, had very little seasoning sprinkled on, so it was more on the mild side--but still tasty. The price was cheaper than most other Korean chicken spots, and the portion was generous, so we enjoyed it a lot. The only downside was the pickled radish. I ordered a large size, but it was smaller than expected, so next time I'll probably get two. I really hope they keep the taste just like this and do well in business because I'll definitely be coming back often. read more

Korean Fried Chicken is crispy and tasty. Ordered half and half, original and soy garlic. Placing the order was quick and easy. There are some seating on the sides for 8 people. It appears that most people get chicken to go. Not much ambiance. But tasty chicken. read more

Came in skeptical bc it's a lowkey spot. But the chicken is very high tier. I thought about gatekeeping this spot bc the parking can get tough but the workers are so friendly they deserve better. They treated me and all their customers after very well and do the community right through this chicken joint. Summarized Notes: - The chicken is high tier compared to all other Korean chicken spots in OC/LA - The price is LOW - Limited parking - Limited seating - Amazing staff Menu recommendations: - Their og chicken is amazing (wings) - Fries are amazing - Boneless is VERY good (they use thigh instead of breast so its tender) read more

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Amazingly surprised!!! Such a flavorful addition to uptown Whittier! The staff are so sweet and attentive.

Great chicken! Service was excellent, they offered helpful advice. Great to grab wings and pop next door for pizza! Prefect pair!

The wings were delicious (very well covered with sticky delicious sauce), very good and friendly service.

Bomb! The budaek flavor is great and spicy. Third time ordering and it's delicious. Heard the hawk budaek is very spicy but don't mind trying it out. read more

Best chicken place I found in years!! Meats are very tender, even the breast!! My kids love this place and prices are cheaper than other Korean chicken places. read more

The chicken was incredibly delicious and not greasy at all, probably because it's fried in clean oil. All of the sauces were high quality, and it was choosing from so many different options. Considering the taste, the prices are surprisingly affordable, which is the biggest plus. The fries we ordered as a side were also very crispy and tasty, pairing perfectly with the chicken. Overall, it's a very satisfying place that I'll definitely be craving often! read more

Newly open place right down the street from us, first time trying Korean style chicken, can't go wrong tastiest fried Chicken in town. Great service by the new owners, I'm sure they will do well in uptown. read more

I was craving Korean chicken and happened to find this gem near my work. The chicken was so crispy, tender, and flavorful! So far, I've liked everything, but the Cheese Snow and Haek Buldak are my favorites. I can't wait to try their Soy Garlic, since that's normally my go-to flavor. The prices are pretty reasonable compared to other Korean chicken places. I can't wait to try all the flavors! read more

Amazing flavors, large wing sizes, Perfect fry Would 100% Recommend. We ordered cheese flavor, spicy, and original fried. read more

Chicko Chicken - Cheeseling, Spicy Glaze, and Original - Korean Near Me - Whittier, California

Great fried chicken at a very attractive price point. I don't usually order boneless but this place has very tender juicy boneless chicken which changed my perception. Has variety of seasonings to cater demanding flavor seekers. Plus very friendly staff and quick service as expected. Must try!!! read more