*This review is for Chimmelier and Oh G Burger We were the only ones in the restaurant on a Sunday evening around 6pm; when we approached the register, we were able to order on the kiosk (to the right of the register) or through the cashier. It was an ideal place to take a group because 1) it was fast casual 2) everyone can put in their individual orders without the awk who's-going-to-put-their-card-in issue 3) there were 2 restaurants (Chimmelier + Oh G Burger) in 1 so more options! What I got: 8 pc sweet gochujang wings (sauce was called YANG'YUM') and a side of tots with a cup for water **the wings were from Chimmelier and the tots were from Oh G Burger We were able to combine two tables together to fit our group of 5 and the cashier brought our food over in quick succession. The tots were my fav even tho the wings were supposed to be the star of the show. I liked how they gave me PLENTY of disposable gloves because the sauce is v sticky. Gochujang is a savory, sweet Korean chili paste, but I would say it was more sweet than spicy. I enjoyed my meal but maybe would wanna try a dry rub because putting on gloves every time can be a chore. I went for a yelp elite perk once and grabbed their chicken sando which was tasty. read more

The first time we came here, the prices on the physical menu differed from the prices ordered through the iPad. We ended up having to pay the higher price because they said the menu just wasn't reflecting the latest prices. Fine, whatever. We both ordered chicken sandwiches and they were tasty. Also got fries for sides and some of them came out cold but we didn't think too much about it and we left feeling like we would return. However, on our second trip back - we once again ordered chicken sandwiches and also shrimp toast as an appetizer. One bite into the shrimp toast and the piece was very COLD...It wasn't fully cooked so we flagged it to them. They were very apologetic and happy to take it back to warm it up. But damn! PSA to diners here to check your food to make sure it's properly cooked here. Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice...well, I'm not sure I'll come back. read more

Korean street food in Solano avenue! We came here during the Yelp event and enjoyed the complimentary chicken burger and fries. Very generous portions! But i wanted to try the wings as well! I got the 8-pc wing combo with fries and it was very tasty! The wings were big and crispy with a kick! I was only to manage to eat three pieces so I took the rest home! The fries was good but should have tried the other flavors! Overall, the food is flavorful, the place is small but cozy and with really good service! Will try other items next time! read more

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I got the k-chicken burger and was quite disappointed. The batter was very thick and the chicken was super dry, making it extremely tough to eat. The flavor on the chicken itself was fine, but the flavors overall didn't really complement each other. The perilla leaf was overpowering, so I had to take it out. Perhaps the chicken wings would have been a better idea? read more

Chimmelier - K-Chicken Burger - would not recommend - Chicken Wings Near Me - Berkeley, California

Got a K-chicken burger, 8pc OMG dry rub fried chicken, and 8pc galbi fried chicken. First time having a dry rubbed Korean fried chicken. It was okay. Like most Korean fried chickens, a blend of savory and sweet. Both the galbi and OMG dry rub were more sweet than savory. I do like a little bit of sauce on the chicken, so it doesn't feel as dry. The actual chicken itself was moist. A good sizable portion. Enough for another meal for a group of three. The K-chicken burger was a good balance of flavors especially with the pickled slaw. I wanted more perilla leaf though. The packaging the gloves come in are hilarious. Not a bad place for Korean fried chicken. read more

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I visited Chimmelier & Oh G Burger today in Berkeley after already having visited the Montclair location for a yelp event some months back. So I knew kind of what to expect with their smash burger but everything else I ordered on the menu was all new to me. I ordered a variety of items: K-Chicken: flavor of the chicken was fine, bun was soft, but the chicken itself was a little dry. To remedy that I added some 1000 Island kimchi sauce which really hit the spot to make the sandwich good. Triple Smash Burger: I love the burgers here. Simple patties with caramelized onions and pickles with cheese. Simple and good. Buldak Ramen: this was WAY.TOO.SPICY FOR ME. I almost died but somehow can tell the story of how I almost died eating the ramen here. Kimchi Fried Rice: it's good but it's missing something. It's needs a little more flavor, I can't put my finger on it. Chocolate Milkshake: this was ice creamy delicious. I don't have milkshakes too often but this was a good one. Korean wings: this is the main reason you want to come to Chimmelier. The wings are perfectly cooked and flavorful. Service was friendly. Prices were reasonable. Solid Korean Fried Chicken and Smash Burgers in Berkeley. read more

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Always down 4 chicken! I know some of us prefer bone in wings, but their k-popcorn chicken is the best value out there. You get more for $20 for 1 order compared to the other KFC options out there. The crispiness isn't bad either. I do think they could do better with the flavors. The sauce didn't seem to stick well to the pieces, and the pieces weren't fully covered either. This is like the missing quality for 5*. Overall, a great casual spots for KFC. I'd come back to try the OhG Burgers options. The owner/staff was very nice to all customers. There are a good amount of seating indoor and outdoor. Limited amount of beer on tap. Really nice casual spots for dates! read more

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My brother goes, "There's this popular Korean fried chicken spot from L.A. that just opened in Berkeley--it's called Chimmelier. (1823 Solano Ave) Let's try it!" And honestly? So glad we did. The star of the show? That CRUNCH. We're talking next-level crispy--like, shatter-in-your-mouth perfection that gives way to juicy, flavorful chicken. That was a damn good crunch. You can go for their signature fried chicken burgers (highly recommend), or keep it simple with popcorn chicken (kids loved it) and seasoned fries. Either way, you're winning. The service was top notch, they gave my nieces coloring pages and even put their favorite cartoon Daniel Tiger on their enormous flat screen tv. It's a small yet charming atmosphere for everyone to enjoy their food, they also have outside seating! Wishing the folks at Chimmelier all the best--because that was one hell of a chicken sandwich. read more

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10/10 Recommend - Best Burgers in the Bay! I usually go for the OG burger, but I decided to switch it up and try the Bulgogi burger--and WOW, it did not disappoint! The flavors were on point, the meat was perfectly crisp, and best of all, I didn't have to wait long. Fast and efficient service every time. The vibe is always on point too--the music sets the mood just right with a tasteful playlist that makes the space feel warm and welcoming. Let's talk about the customer service: the gentleman at the front never forgets a face and always greets you like family. That kind of personal touch goes a long way. If you're looking for flavor, good vibes, and top-tier service--this is the spot. Don't miss out! read more

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The inside of the restaurant is super cool! I love the fun murals on the wall, and the bar seating reminds me of a diner. I got the K-chicken burger with seasoned fries. The seasoning on the chicken was spot on- perfectly spiced with the right amount of heat. The sauce was flavorful and creamy. The bun was toasted beautifully and nice and soft. I had to take away one star because the chicken piece was a bit thin. The fries were mind blowing. Think elevated nacho fries from Taco Bell. Perfect crispy texture, and the seasoning was so yummy. Y'all should do some fun dishes with the fries like loaded fries!!!! Because the sauce is bomb and again... some of the best fries I've ever had. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Very clean restaurant inside. Definitely recommend this place if you're craving spicy chicken or yummy fries! read more

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Smash burgers, chicken sandwiches with a Korean flare, tasty fries, great music, and the football game was on. What's not to like?!? There's a local chain in my hood and I like it! BB read more

Great looking place inside with a very friendly staff. I ordered the Buldak chicken burger with seasoned fries and got a can of the in house beer. The Ohgane Pilsner beer was fantastic crisp and light. The fries were really good and seasoned well, tasted like ramen seasoning. The chicken sandwich was fresh and fried well, but it could have used more coleslaw in it and I would bring some hot sauce as they don't offer any. The flavor was underwhelming on the burger tho. I would come back and definitely try a bulgogi burger and K-popcorn chicken. The popcorn chicken seems to be a hit. Overall I would recommend read more

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Might I say one of the best fried chicken I have ever had? I have been meaning to try this place seeing it on my way to work, but with their recent blow-up on social media, I was so happy to get some wings on a Saturday afternoon. It is a little small shop that shares with Oh G Burger, and there are a few table seats. We walked in and were greeted by the cashier. He was super kind and helped guide us through which items he liked best. We got our food about ten minutes after, The wings were delicious! They were crispy, and juicy, and super flavorful. It didn't even need any other dipping sauce. My favorites were OMG and Galbi. Their other popular flavor was Honey Butter, but it honestly was not my flavor, just a little too buttery for me. Their fried chicken sandwich was also super flavorful! The chicken was generous and their toppings helped complement the texture and heaviness of the chicken. Overall, I was surprised by how the meal overall was not too greasy. Though it is a little more pricey, I will definitely come back when I am craving korean fried chicken! read more

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My wife and I picked up an order of 24 wings from Chimmelier for a pot luck and the wings were a huge hit. With this size order, you can pick three different flavors. The available flavors all sounded so good but ultimately, we ended up going with three flavors recommended by the person taking our order over the phone: OMG -- their signature dry rub, Honey Butter, and Yang'Yum' -- a sweet gochujang sauce. The flavors are all unique, distinguishable and pack a punch. They go heavy with the seasoning here, in the best way possible. The wings are fried to perfection -- crispy, not oily at all, and every piece was incredibly juicy. If you're craving Korean Fried Chicken, look no further than Chimmelier. read more

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I was asked if I tried this place because it was new and the answer was no, now it's yes. So the Galbi wings that I got were just alright, could've been better, could've been worse. They're super flavorful but they require some sort of blander food item (rice or fries) or a beverage because they do get rich. The breading, however, kept falling off the chicken and seemed a little mushy. Don't get me wrong, there was still some crunch, but I feel like it could've been crispier. I'm not really accustomed to having breading fall of the wing as I'm taking a bite. The tteokbokki flavor was nice, savory and slightly spicy. However the texture was the issue. It seemed like they tried to pan fry the rice cakes to give them a crispy edge, but that made them tough to chew. It felt like the rice cakes dried up sitting in the pan because they weren't soft. Service is super nice. They give some gloves for the chicken and a skewer for the tteokbokki. Inside is small with 3 small tables and a bar that can sit around 10. Parking is street/meter which is free after 6pm M-Sat. Seeing how it's on Solano, weekend nights might get busy for parking. Overall, this place didn't wow me or anything. I've had better chicken elsewhere, but maybe they're still smoothing out some kinks. read more

Chimmelier - Galbi Wings - Chicken Wings Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Super excited to try out this Korean fried chicken spot! It shares a location/kitchen with Oh G Burger which I will have to try another time. Great service. There's limited table seating but also bar seating inside. Outside there are tables shared with the Peet's next door. After tip, our order was $100 which felt a little high but fully fed 4 adults with leftovers. I would come back! The food really hit the spot and was delicious. -8 piece wings in soy garlic: super crunchy and flavorful! One flavor per 8 pieces -Medium popcorn chicken in OMG (signature dry rub): really enjoyed this flavor and you get a big portion of the popcorn chicken -Corn cheese: super cheesy and delicious. Good portion size -Tteokboki: not favorite flavor (personal preference) but still tasty -Shrimp toast: served cut up in bite size pieces and perfect for sharing. Perfectly toasted and flavored -Seasoned fries: good fries read more

Chimmelier - Chicken Wings Near Me - Berkeley, California

I always gotta try every KFC spot I find out here :D Not my first time here, and it's cool that they offer a honey butter flavor of chicken, like the chip flavor! This time, I decided to just go for my usual favourite flavor of soy garlic. First of all, the medium size popcorn chicken for $20 has a very generous portion size. Although my favourite KFC spot is still BB.Q, that place would easily cost double for the same amount of food without being twice as good. The crunch at Chimmelier hits the spot very well, and the chicken is well seasoned for sure. I believe I tasted hints of honey butter underneath the soy garlic sauce actually, which was interesting. The staff have always been very friendly and helpful, and I have nothing to complain about here! read more

Chimmelier - Chicken Wings Near Me - Berkeley, California

Part of OhG Burger, I love Korean fried chicken and this spot cooks it in that flavor that just hits the spot. The sauces definitely make the chicken and I like the breading and crust doesn't overpower the chicken. You are still getting a lot of quality meat in the dish. Definitely recommend if you love KFC and need another spot to satisfy that craving! read more

Chimmelier - Buldak Burger - Chicken Wings Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Wonderful, helpful service and good food. Smash burger, chicken wings, and chicken sandwich are on point. There are too many sauces and rubs to choose from! read more

Chimmelier - K-chicken Junior and fries - Chicken Wings Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Hidden cripsy korean chicken! This place is such a vibe. I finally got the chance to eat here after watching an Instagram reel about an influencer reviewing this place. I was greeted from what looks like the owner. He managed to handle incoming orders and people who were curious about this place. In order to try different flavors, you must pay for two orders. I got soy garlic & honey butter with a side of corn cheese. Iced water is provided. I must say, you are given with gloves if you do not want to get your hands sticky. The chicken was crispy and the corn cheese was very cheesy that it was delicious with the chicken! I ended up finishing the chicken with my girlfriend and her cousins. This was great, thanks! Located on a busy street with street parking depending on availability. read more

Chimmelier - Flavors: 8pc Honey & butter and 8pc Soy Garlic - Chicken Wings Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Great Korean street food place with locations all over the East Bay (and soon to be SF)! The street menu is the best for me. Try all of their sauces even though the food is already very flavorful. The location on Solano Ave has bar seating and even a TV to watch sports with beer on tap! read more

Chimmelier - Optional bar seating - Chicken Wings Near Me - Berkeley, California

Really fantastic Korean Fried Chicken. In the location that Von's chicken used to occupy. You order and sit at the bar or tables. The IPA was out but they offer Pilsner and Cider. Very popular Thin Mint milkshake made-to-order from the cashier. They gave out tastes but we did not receive any samples. Very good KFC and seasoned fries. A lot of take-out orders and everything was made fresh which is very pleasant. No real wait service or chit-chat from the staff. They checked in but seemed very busy. Not a restaurant to have a sit-down meal to linger. A lot of waygu burgers were ordered to go. Made-to-order as well. read more

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Closes an hour earlier than is listed, was a wasted trip. I wouldn't have left a review but I was right there in front of the cashier for several minutes studying the two menus and only when I had chosen my order and approached the counter did they bother to tell me they had just closed. 1* read more

This was my second time visiting, and it won't be the last. My kids are obsessed with the original flavor popcorn chicken -- it's crispy, flavorful, and always a hit. The seasoned fries and tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) are also really tasty and satisfying. Pick-up service is quick and efficient, which I really appreciate as a busy mom. The location is great, and the ambience is clean, modern, and inviting. It's on the smaller side, but there's plenty of open seating and it doesn't feel cramped at all read more

Chimmelier - Popcorn chicken, seasoned fried and tteokbokki. - Chicken Wings Near Me - Berkeley, California

Ordered 16 piece chicken wings OG with sweet goguchang sauce on the side. Sauce had more heat than sweet so glad had it on the side. Wish there were more non spicy options beyond the honey soy flavor. The order was promptly ready and packaged with care for my requested pick up time. Biggest meatiest juiciest chicken wings you can find, and a great crunch! I thought the price was reasonable as these are not small bar wings! Piece size is on the order of small chicken thighs. Three of us wing lovers ate these and there we still leftovers! Definitely going back to try more flavors. read more

Chimmelier/Oh G Burger replaced the prior eatery that also had Korean fried chicken. The chicken comes in many flavors and heat levels. We tried the original and soy garlic. Portions were great and the chicken was flavorful. The sando was also a good size and the bun was very soft. The fries were a surprise. They had some sort of seasoning on them that I made them extra addicting. read more

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I was very excited to try this new Korean fried chicken spot but was disappointed by the chicken itself. We ordered the chicken sandwich and popcorn chicken for takeout. Unfortunately, the popcorn chicken was very, very dry. If they can figure out how to cook the chicken so it stays juicy and not overcooked, then I think they will do very well. The OMG dry rub on the chicken had great flavor though! read more

Chimmelier - Korean popcorn chicken with OMG dry rub - Chicken Wings Near Me - Berkeley, California

I dropped in on a Monday at around 11:30 am. The counter server was polite and efficient as well as friendly. The food was cooked to order. I tried the sweet and spicy wings. They were generously sauced. The skin was crispy. I would caution those who are planning to order these that they are spicy. You will need a big beverage. They were delicious but I needed my water. Price was reasonable for the quantity and quality of the food. read more

Was craving chicken wings and found this place close by on solano ave. They have been open for only a week now. Ordered on the phone to pick up and the person was very nice and patient to help me with the order! When arrived I was greeted with a hello and a smile. The place is small inside but there is outdoor seating! Love the art of the wall. We didn't want spicy chicken so ordered the honey butter chicken it was good and crispy next time will try the dry rub we couldn't get it because you have to order a 16 piece of chicken wings to get 2flavors! The TTeokboki spice level was perfect will definitely have to try the burger with cajun fries next time! read more

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Love their tiny shortribs for only $8, very tasty! Was filling enough for me with small appetite. Will go back to try their tiny fried chicken bun. read more

The Korean fried chicken wings and the four different sauces, as well as the seasoned fries and shrimp toast were absolutely delicious. We also received prompt and courteous service from Chris. Chris was gracious to everyone and many seemed to be repeat customers. The interior was well maintained/clean, had a fun and cool ambiance. Strongly recommend and will definitely return for another chicken wing feast. read more

Was so excited to come try their new Berkeley location after their pop up at the 2024 Chimaek festival, where I had some of the best and crispiest Korean fried chicken I've tasted in the Bay. Unfortunately it did not live up to what I remembered. The wings were cooked well, still juicy and tender inside. My disappointment was with the crust -- mushy in some places and barely crispy. The seasoning was very flavorful, but the galbi (soy garlic) flavor bordered on too salty. Honey butter was more well balanced. Also, I was disappointed that there were no pickled radishes to counter the oilyness of the fried chicken. The shrimp toast was super crunchy and delicious, but just also too salty. Also, no dipping sauces included. It doesn't say on the menu but it costs $1 extra for each sauce. Overall, it feels like they are still ironing out some kinks as they just opened. On a weekend evening it was busy with lots of takeout orders and they seemed very understaffed, so perhaps the cooking was rushed and not up to standard quality. There's a decent amount of places nearby for great Korean fried chicken so for the relatively higher price at Chimmelier, it doesn't feel up to par. read more

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The vibes of the restaurant were good. I had the K-Chicken Burger Jr. and it was definitely and adequate, filling size. Here's where they lost a star for me.... the fries were too overly seasoned for me. It was very overwhelming and I couldn't finish them. They also did not have many drink options besides soda. Although I am eating a lot of grease, I try to balance things out with a non-carbonated drink so having that option would've been great as well. I will follow up with pics soon! read more

Good Chicken first time using gloves to eat my chicken and the fries are perfect wish there was one closer to me

I called in an order for pickup on Solano Ave. Everything was ready in about 10 minutes (1st star). When I walked in, I was immediately greeted and my order handed over (2nd star). Once home, I opened the bag and saw the boxed up fries looking soggy, wilted, and smothered in a chili-like spice. They were barely edible. The chicken wings were boxed up nicely but -sadly for me- they too were barely edible. The outside crust looked and tasted like crunchy cardboard. The chicken underneath the crust was delicate and perfectly cooked (3rd star). I so wanted to love this spot, and I probably got them on a bad night, less than an hour before closing, so I'll take some of the responsibility there. Might give them one more try because I know they're super popular and I gots to know why!! read more

In the past I would've given this five stars. I'm sad to say that they have reduced the Korean side to almost nothing. Chicken wings. Period. I was hoping to get different varieties of the popcorn chicken and some kimchi fried rice. All gone. And the sautéed onions on the burgers are now sliced raw onion. :( At least they got the skinny french fries back, which I adore! The chicken tastes good and the burgers are good, but I'm sorry they've reduced their menu so drastically. read more

My new favorite spot for wings. They are so so good. It's a little bit expensive, but the wings are huge. We have been twice. Each time we bought a 16 pack. Once we got all of the sweet Korean wings, and the next time I split the order and got the sweet Korean and soy garlic. Dreams are Meade of these chicken wings. They also have burgers Korean fried rice and lots of other items. I love the space and their packaging is so clever. Anyway, give them a try - good stuff. read more

I really want to support this business because I LOVE their wings (fav is the signature OMG dry rub) but I had a recent disappointing experience. I placed an order using the "order now" button on the official website, for pick up at the Berkeley location. The order was successfully placed at 7:52pm, the hours listed on their google business page says they close at 9pm everyday. When I came in restaurant for pick up (arriving at 8:08), The staff said they actually close at 7:50pm, and they never got my online order via ChowNow (they were actually very confused how I ordered, even though Chownow is the official service linked on their website) ... Never apologized or anything, the staff was just standing around waiting to go home. It seems they need to train their staff better and list correct business hours (Don't say you close at 9pm, when last orders are accepted at 7:50). Lesson learned, just call in your order + maybe I'll try a different location Wings are 10/10, Service 2/10 read more

Went on grand opening day and it was pretty busy during dinner time. We got the chicken wings and burger which is an absolute must. And the shrimp toast is amazing as well. Definitely recommend kimchi fried rice though it is on the spicier side. The staff was super nice. Food took a while probably because of grand opening dinner rush but not too bad. The interior is a bit small so seating can be limited. Overall definitely must try! read more

Disappointing this place has gone downhill fast. Have been going since they opened and clearly things have changed burger was marginal,fries were undercooked, onion rings soggy, chicken not crispy overall would not return. Sad that they have changed sooo much read more