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    CM Chicken & Boba

    4.1 (123 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    TTeokBokki Jajang, Galbi Tikku chicken, and snow chicken
    Mike L.

    Visited this location again for carry out, but again disappointed. I feel if you order a whole chicken, they should increase the size of the sides. The Niles location gives you a much larger side of onions and sauce. The radish tasted very bland and watered down. You can see cabbage inside instead of radish in one of the cups. The one inside Hawthorne Mall, quality is better and service is great.

    Bessssst fries and dip!
    Michelle Y.

    Food was so good. I couldn't get over the French fry dipping sauce. Everything was fresh and hot. The waitress was so sweet and checked in frequently but not overwhelmingly - great service. The ambiance was cute. I loved how spacious it was too.

    Karyn M.

    We put in our name at another restaurant in this strip mall and they never texted us. So we walked over to CM Chicken & Boba. They asked if we were here for the event and I wondered, Yelp is having an event here? No, actually it was K Pop night. They asked us if we wanted to sit outside but we opted to eat inside. I think they wanted it clear for their event. I tried to covertly take a picture of the guest of honor but pics came out blurry (no pics then it didn't happen). Anyway, on to the food. We ordered popcorn shrimp, it was super hot and crisp. We also had chicken wings with deli sauce (teriyaki) which was also super hot and crisp. I think I would have preferred the garlic soy or honey garlic sauce instead. We also had bulgogi rice, which came with a fried egg on top. There was not much bulgogi in the dish although we did like the flavor. Also we supplemented our meal with coleslaw and the (complimentary) pickled radish. Our food was good, it's helpful to have the call server button at your table which we used several times. Everyone was nice although they seemed distracted and excited for the event that was going to happen. Lots of people were coming in for the event so we skipped dessert because we were probably the oldest people there. Have fun at your event!

    Curly fries
    Conrad L.

    Stopped in on a Sunday at around 6pm and it wasn't too busy. They have a nice outdoor area where they open up the back wall. They had two fire pits going which added some nice warmth as it was a cool summer evening. For appetizers tried the curly fries and cole slaw. Curly fries had a nice crispy exterior and starchy interior. Served with a honey mustard sauce.Cole slaw very creamy and sweet with a little crunch. Cabbage was shredded thinner which was nice. The chicken here is the star. The sauces themselves were ok but the chicken was super juicy and moist. Though the chicken had good amount of sauce, the breading was still super crunchy and was not soggy at all. Terriyaki didn't taste much like terriyaki and more of soy with a little sweetness. Chili sauce had a nice little sweetness to it but not much heat. The soy garlic sauce mainly tasted like soy with not much garlic. The sauces were not bad, just nothing memorable. The chicken was the star and I could eat it everyday.

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    Akanksha V.

    I love this restaurant! This is where beer market used to be. The food is unbelievable delicious Every. Single. Time. Since my last visit, they added an ice cream cooler & new decor/signs. There is a DJ booth so music is loud and lights are distracting, I wouldn't recommend going here if you want to have a serious talk. lol. There is outdoor seating with bonfires in the winter the seating is closed but they still have beautiful lights put up. Staff is okay. When they first opened, they remembered me on my second visit and always made good food suggestions.

    Kiosk for those of us who are afraid of human interaction
    Monty W.

    Only stopped by for the boba drinks as we were in between meals. First time here but I always seem to pass by several times a month. It was about 4pm on Christmas day. The chicken smelled fantastic and the space is really cool for checking out a game on TV. But it was definitely not busy when we dropped by. Just wanted to get some boba as a snack, so we ordered a few drinks. Was tempted for the melona smoothie (I love melona everything but think it's too sweet for myself). Kids just wanted brown sugar boba so that's what they got. I got a matcha green tea. Hit the spot, and the pricing was pretty decent as well. I've got to stop by for the chicken next time. Plenty of parking in the plaza.

    Sherwin C.

    While there are many CM chicken locations around Chicagoland, this restaurant in Vernon Hills is probably my favorite for many reasons. The parking is super easy, the dining room is enormous and augmented by a large dining area with fountain outside, prices are super reasonable for the amount and quality of food you're getting, the decor is cute and fun, the robot is a nice addition for a more premium experience, the restrooms are maintained nicely, the menu is huge, etc. Unlike other locations in smaller spaces or in the mall, this is really a spot that's casual, enormous, and comfortable with plenty of options to satisfy everyone's cravings. As usual, the food shines here especially with their super delicious bone-in cripsy chicken options (cheese, galbi, and garlic soy top it for me!). It's also worth it to try their nice and chewy tteok-bokki and though I haven't had it at this location, their Korean pancake is awesome as well. The drink options here are also very well priced and they offer a dazzling array of options from milk teas to fruit teas to yogurt teas and more. They are presented nicely and great for posting on social media. Overall, definitely worth it if you're craving Korean fried chicken, Korean food, or bubble tea. It's a comfortable spot to enjoy a delicious meal at a great price.

    Patio view
    Cassady H.

    I've been wanting to try the Glenview location, then saw this spot which is definitely closer to me. Nice and fancy looking place. Love the patio, nice view and even a fountain. The servers and staff are excellent, very friendly and helpful. They checked in often. We got the spicy snow chicken wings and the green onion garlic soy wings. Lots of flavor here! I love onions and the snow onion topping and sauce was excellent. It's labeled as a level 1 for heat but I found that inconsistent. Some bites were super spicy and some were very sweet instead. A nice balance for my taste but if your not much for heat then beware, it can be overpowering. The garlic soy is a perfect sauce, really fantastic flavor... but its labeled as not spicy. The onion topping definitely had some spice and my companion couldn't really eat any of it as a result. Not a huge deal, we just pushed them off. The drums on the plate were a bit tough in my opinion, definitely not as tender as the actual wings which were perfect. I'll definitely be back, they have a large menu with more flavors I'd like to try, but I've had better Korean wings in the area. The ambiance is worth a trip if your on the fence, just be careful with the spicy options!

    Snow onion chicken (half)
    Eugene W.

    Oh my goodness, this place is so good. Every Choong Man Chicken is so good. It's honestly probably the best Korean fried chicken I've ever had. Even better than the chicken I had in Korea. The chicken is SO juicy. My go-to is snow onion chicken. The tikku chicken flavors are good too, but those are slightly more expensive. I have found that the snow onion is just as good. Even the normally dry chicken breast is so freaking juicy. The galbi chicken is a little too salty for my tastes. Also, the taste of galbi marinade on chicken doesn't seem right. I like the lighter sauce of the snow chicken. Ambiance and service are both really good. Servers are really nice, the place is well-decorated. They have a cool robotic waiter that brings out the food to you.

    ALice A.

    I love this place! Very spacious, clean, friendly staff, has a cute robot that delivers your food, upbeat music, neon lights and has a nice outdoor patio that is great for a cute date night and IG photos :P The two bubble teas that are my favorite so far are the Melona smoothie with boba and brown sugar with boba. Both are my to go when I'm in the area! I've been here a couple times and the waiters here are super nice and helpful with suggestions. Fried calamari is a must as an appetizer! The batter is crispy and calamari is fresh. We got the Garlic Soy chicken! It was very crispy, fresh and a hint of spice and very flavorful. The rose Tteok-Bokki was delicious as well. Small portion and a bit expensive. I would love to try their burger some time! Their lunch deals are budget friendly way to try some of the items on their menu!

    Kangni X.

    The space is great. Large interior with a spacious patio. Service is also wonderful. They actively refill the chicken mu (pickled radish) and brought us gloves to eat our chicken with. We got two half chickens to try two flavors. The gizzards are always good, great texture. The chicken had great crunch, a lots of sauce, and hot +fresh. Would love try more flavors it the future.

    Brenda K.

    I was craving for some Korean Fried Chicken wings and this place came to mind! I ordered the snow chicken wings ("Snow" is sliced sweet onions) I did a carry out, so the "snow" and the sauce was in a separate containers not on top of you were to dine in! The waitress was very friendly and serve with a smile! The chicken wings were crunchy and very tasty with the "snow" and sauce, but I thought it was a little pricey for 7 pieces of wings for $20!

    Alondra R.

    My absolute favorite spot! The passion I have for this place is unmatched, and it seems to cast a spell on my friends too - just ask Josy, who's been raving about it, saying, 'I am going to have dreams of this food'. Not only is the food dream-worthy, but the ambiance is perfect for snapping those aesthetic photos we all love (a delightful bonus, indeed!). And let's not forget the adorable robots that add a unique charm. The service is top-notch as well, with servers who are prompt, courteous, and efficient. I'm confident that you'll be just as enamored with this place as my friends and I are. Recommend - Chicken Dumplings, Garlic Chicken Ball, watermelon Korean punch, regular ramen, and the tteokbokki.

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