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4.2 (46 reviews)
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Bulgogi Deop Bab
Delvia W.

Ordered Bulgogi Deop Bab and the beef was not thin. It was chunks. Tender but never had Bulgogi thick like that. Small portion also. The dish was very bland. Description on the Menu set fresh vegetables all it was was big pieces of onions teeny strips of carrots and thin sliced peppers. I had to come home and add spices to the dish. I can make better Bulgogi abd I'm not Korean!!!! The Kimchi wasn't bad. The place is a kiosk inside the Farmers Market so park in the lot. Hours probably aren't later than 6pm. They are on Uber Eats witj higher prices. Hope you have a better experience. *shrugs*

Jap Chae and boneless wings
Madeleine P.

Absolutely incredible... I ordered this meal from Uber Eats, and it arrived freshly prepared and absolutely delicious... it took a little longer than expected to be prepared (15 minutes later than Uber Eats originally predicted), but honestly I feel as though this was a sign that this place is busy and puts effort into preparing their meals.

Sweet & Spicy Wings
Gerald S.

If Korean Fried Chicken & Wings are your desire, then Chicko Tako in the Market at the Fareway in Chestnut Hill should be high in your list of destinations. Not only do you receive the benefits of excellent double fried cluckers in amazing sauces, but also the added bonus of being in a multiverse street fair community market that includes a brewery/pizza outlet, bakery, cafe, sushi shack, green grocer and butcher. So, you can cobble together the meal of your choice with ease without moving more than 100 feet in any direction, and dine in a common eating area shared by all. Delicious and impressive. My 6 wing plate with sweet & spicy sauce took about 20 minutes to prepare. I was handed a buzzer to alert me when ready. In the meantime I secured a pint of pumpkin ale from Chestnut Hill Brewery as well as a seat at a long table with views overlooking an outdoor dining area. The place was crowded with folks doing more or less the same as me. When my buzzer started vibrating I asked the people next to me to watch my beer while I picked up the wings. They were happy to help me out. The wings were on a beautiful rectangular ceramic plate on top of a tray. They glistened a dark red amber glow from the perfectly pitched sauce covering them. Three small pieces of celery and tiny cup of sour cream completed the meal. Exchanging the buzzer for the tray, I returned to my seat. The six wings were crunchy and meaty enough to sate me. The sauce was indeed both sweet and hot, and twisted my taste buds playfully. The cool, pungent ale was an excellent chaser, cutting through the heaviness of the sauce just enough to enjoy it again with each piece devoured. Chiko Tako has both wings and half/whole cut up birds for sale, and they do primarily takeout from their stand in the market. The people there are friendly and efficient. They know they are a success, yet it has not gone to their heads. Especially in combination with the other possibilities in the market, Chicko Tako is a great place for a street food snack.

Chicken tacos with kimchi topping
Clarissa J.

This is one of the many tasty places inside the fareway market! They have a decently large variety given that it's a small spot. I wanted to try more than a few things but settled on the mondu and the chicken tacos. Unfortunately they won't mix and match meat in the tacos even though they appear to all be priced the same. The tacos were flavorful but pricey at 2 for over $8. The mondu was also delicious but pricey as well at $9. Overall while not the most affordable, the food was very tasty! Definitely want to try the bibimbap next time.

Sweet and spicy boneless wings minus a couple of bites.
Hannah P.

Chicks tako used to be the best place for Korean fried chicken in the area. I guess they are under new ownership. I've eaten here at least 15 times. 10 for the old 5 for the new. I've gotten the bone in and boneless. The new owners can't get the crispiness of Korean fried chicken. The flavor is there but it's lacking the crisp. Which is disappointing.

chicken wings and bibimbap. so good! especially the wings, so crunchy. cool outdoor seating

This place is amazing! It has a great location because it's in a market like place that's owned by a brewery. You can grab a bite, something to drink, and do your weekly grocery shopping. I mean, who doesnt like beer and chicken wings? There are a lot of places to choose from for food but I was so glad I chose chicko tako. The service is great, they always greet you with warm smiles and are super friendly. The food comes out really fast too. I ordered the garlic chicken wings and bibimbap. The bibimbap had a nice flavor to it and has a lot of vegetables and meat in it! It's really filling. The chicken wings are some of the best I've ever had. The sauce on the wings is to die for and they are so crispy. I love biting into them because they make this delightful crunch sound. I will definitely be back soon and recommend that you try it out too. You will not be sorry.

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Kyle T.

Chicko Tako is my new addiction. Korean BBQ/stir fry dishes that are making my mouth water as I type this. Located at the front of Market at the Fareway in Chestnut Hill, this is THE spot. I love the Market at the Fareway, and CT has become a staple there. Rice bowl, taco, grilled steak and rice noodles. Everything here is great. The chicken wings are fried and greasy, with amazing sauces. If you live nearby, or even if you don't, put Chico Tako on your list of spots to try!

Emily F.

One of the best wings i have ever had. They bread the wings right in front of you and have homemade unique sauces. We did half garlic and half sweet. I dont know which one i liked more, the breading on the garlic had a nice crunch to it and the sauce for the sweet was delicious and tangy, reminding me of sweet and sour chicken from a Chinese restaurant but of higher quality. I am a wing fanatic and I'm usually the type to still leave some remnants of chicken and skin left, but with these I ate them down to the bone. We also sat outside at one of their picnic benches which has nice scenery for warm weather.

Chicko Tako in Chestnut Hill Fareway Marketplace
Jeff H.

How cool is it to have Chicko Tako next to the neighborhood beer garden! Inotherwords you can have beer in the brewpub & garden and order as well from Chicko Tako for something to eat. Or you can just take out and eat at home. They have about the best Korean chicken wings I have eaten in Philly. They are deep fried to order and the Chicko spicy sauce is awesome. And that's not all - the kimchi is also a killer - as good as I have ever eaten. Staff speak English to varying degrees but who cares if it is somewhat limited when their hands produce such tasty chicken wings and kimchi. Oh and they do offer popular Korean dishes and tacos as well - I just never get past the chicken wings!

The chicken bi bim bap. So yummy!!
Eliza P.

The bi bim bap was so delicious!! I really recommend it. I got it with chicken. The sauces (spicy and regular) are both good, and the cashier happily let me have sides of both. I will definitely be back to try the tacos!

Bulgogi tacos, Don Go Chu tacos, and boneless spicy chicken.

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2 years ago

Delicious. Everytime. Quick and friendly. I always get the boneless wings. I've never gotten anything else. Haha I've never wanted to.

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Delicious wings . Great snack nd great vibes to chill nd grab a bite. Love this place during summer time

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Big on price which I guess for the location is to be expected. The wings just weren't that great. Overall, I was not impressed.

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The best wings/boneless wings ever!! The spicy flavor is out of this world! If I lived closer I would eat there every day!

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9 years ago

Treated myself and daughter for lunch. 35 dollars for chicken and entree....sheesh. Better chicken at soho. I was not impressed.

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I had the dumplings! And open during COVID 19. Good prices and fresh options. Good service

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Fresh and fast food! And the costumer service was awesome can't wait to try the other things on there yummy menu

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7 years ago

Wings, tacos, dumplings, and stir fry dishes are all tasty and fresh. Quick service and nice atmosphere outside.

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Fresh, fun delicious food. Can't wait to try out all of the items on their varied menu. Located in the great Fareway Market.

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