As an Asian American, it gives me a sense of joy to see these unique, fast-food options at an American shopping mall. A unique on your normal fried chicken and burger establishment, flavorful too boot. It's still wild to me eat peking duck while shopping in New Jersey of all places read more

New chicken place inside the American Dream mall food court! I ordered their Black Pepper Chicken Sandwich and Popcorn Chicken, both were delicious! Both the sandwich and the popcorn chicken were fried chicken, and it was so crispy and full of flavor. I remember walking around the mall with the popcorn chicken, and one of the store staffs said the food I had smelled so good. It's quick service (can order at the kiosk) and my food was ready in about 5-10 minutes! Would highly recommend! read more

Cuci - Black Pepper Chicken Sandwich - Chicken Shop Near Me - East Rutherford, New Jersey

Stepping up to the counter, I was immediately greeted by a member of the staff. What truly elevated this experience above the standard quick-service interaction was the genuinely friendly and approachable demeanor of the personnel. I had a few questions the kind of queries that often elicit hurried or impatient responses at busy locations but here, the staff member was not only happy but eager to assist. They took the time to patiently explain different menu items, offer insightful recommendations based on popular orders. It wasn't just a transaction it was a mini-consultation. This level of service truly goes the extra mile and is a cornerstone of what makes a simple meal memorable. I settled on ordering the Crispy Chicken Sandwich combo that comes with a sandwich french fries and a drink. The packaging is nice and cool. From the moment it was handed over, wrapped neatly, the anticipation was high. The first bite confirmed that this was a good sandwich experience. It was substantial in size, cooked perfectly to achieve that elusive balance incredibly moist and tender on the inside, encased in a shatteringly crispy, golden-brown crust on the outside. The seasoning was spot-on flavorful without being overpowerin. This is a good spot to check out, if you are around American dream mall. read more

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I stopped in at this restaurant to get dinner and when I arrived I parked in the mall lot. I walked to the food court and found the restaurant. It was busy but I got to order after a few. I ordered: Mozzarella Sticks Juicy Beef Sandwich 1 PC Drum & Thigh 6 Piece Wing Peking Duck Sandwich Spicy Chicken Sandwich I enjoyed the wings the most! The Duck Sandwich was a favorite as well. All in all a good experience. read more

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It looks like I'm going to be the black sheep with my review. Cuci seems to receive a lot of love in reviews, and it's not hard to see why. In a food court filled with lots of old and familiar fast food brands, it stands out for its fried chicken novelty. Even while dropping by to peruse the menu, I noticed other small and intriguing things in their condiment area, like tiny cups of cumin-chili powder and packets of plastic gloves (for those eating fried chicken who don't want their fingers to smell like it hours later). My husband and I decided to give their spicy fried chicken sandwich a go, expecting great things to come. And off the bat, there was lots to love. Cuci's sandwiches are offered on a bao-like bun instead of a traditional burger bun. It's thinner, slightly sweet, and has a crumbly crustiness that made me think of shortbread in the best of ways. Topped with black sesame seeds, this was an incredible carby receptacle for a fried chicken burger. There's also a beautiful slaw on the inside that made for a lovely accompaniment to the fried chicken patty. The patty itself was a looker - thick, hot, and well-battered...in fact, a little too much, which created this sandwich's downfall for me. A few mouthfuls in, we realized the chicken was so thin that we were only eating pieces of fried batter rather than actual meat. My husband figured this might've been a kitchen error, so he brought it back to the counter and they agreed to make him a new one. About ten minutes later, we saw the same thing. A super thin slab of chicken meat covered in twice or thrice as much batter. The flavors are banging, for sure, and sprinkling that magic cumin-chili powder on whatever meat we could find only accentuated the fun. But it was hard not to feel somewhat gypped by that poor meat to batter ratio, especially considering what you'd get with other fried chicken sandwiches in that price range within the same food court. read more

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Came here two days in a row to try their offerings. I must say it did not disappoint! Shop is in the Coca Cola eats section of the mall. Ample seating, super empty on weekdays. I got the: 1) duck sandwich combo with 2 wings: 4/5 this was good. I'm more used to hoisin sauce so the sweet bean sauce wasn't my favorite. But it's a good sandwich! The highlight of Cuci is definitely the bread. Super fluffy, light, and pillowy. The chicken wings are such a good side. Crunchy, spicy and tender. 2) spicy fried chicken sandwich combo with fries: 3/5 this was good too! Not spicy at all imo. I do think the chicken inside is lacking. It's super thin and mostly batter. 3) mozzarella sticks: 3/5 good cheese pull! But the batter is lacking flavor? The marinara sauce helped it a ton. They have Chinese bbq seasoning in small containers on the side and gloves so your hands don't get dirty. Service is friendly, standard. I'd come here again! But it's hard to compete with Jolibee and Popeyes in the same area. read more

Cuci - Fried chicken wings side, good! - Chicken Shop Near Me - East Rutherford, New Jersey

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Stopped by on a Saturday to check out the newly opened Cuci Burger in the American Dream Mall food court. It's a fried chicken/burger place with a Chinese twist. I must say that the menu is very reasonably priced, considering that it's in the American Dream Mall. You can get a crispy chicken sandwich for just $6.50. We went with the combo though. Combos include a drink and fries or wings. We had the Grilled Pineapple Chicken combo and the Crispy Chicken combo with spicy chicken wings and Cuci Orleans wings. I liked that they have grilled options, if you're not in the mood for fried food. The chicken sandwiches were good - chicken was cooked perfectly. The best part was the bun. It's not a regular bun but it's kind of like a bao. It's fluffy and sweet, and topped with black sesame seeds. Another plus was that they have these little packets of plastic gloves, so you don't have to get your hands dirty when eating the wings. It was a nice touch! Will definitely be back to try some of their other menu items. The Peking duck looks interesting. read more

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LOVE CUCI! This place is located on the 3rd floor of the food court and is serving fast food in a fresh way. Their style of food is super different from any other chicken spots I've had in a long time. I totally recommend all of the foods I ordered. The service was great. It was a bit of a wait because it was lunch time, which is expected but the staff was very friendly and helpful. It was my first time visiting so I appreciated their patience! read more

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Tasty and different chicken in a mall of many options! I was attending a concert at MetLife and wanted a quick meal beforehand. Upon reaching the food court, I saw 4 places that specialized in chicken and since I tried the other 3, I gave Cuci a chance. While the chicken was delicious, service was not. Two other people with me dumplings from one spot and a cheesesteak from another and both of them got their meals much quicker. I was told my order would take 5 minutes but it took about 15 minutes. Nonetheless, given its mall food court food, it was prepared and packaged well. I asked for bbq sauce and was given marinara sauce but didn't have time to go back. read more

I came from Long Island to check this stand out because a mutual had a friend opening this stand, and I was so excited for a Chinese chicken burger spot to open in a mall. Their fried chicken burger is so flavorful from their pepper salt seasoning but it doesn't taste as heavy or greasy from prototypical burgers or sandwiches. The mayo also brings a great moisture to the burger while their Chinese cumin packets to take on the counter works perfectly when mixed with the fries. I go to American Dream Mall mainly for Big Snow so whenever I make another trip there I will fuel up at Cuci from now on. read more

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Really cool spot inside American Dream Mall. The buns are soft and homemade, and the flavors are unique--like the Peking Duck sandwich and spicy chicken wings. The beef burger was juicy and the fried chicken was super crispy. Definitely worth stopping by if you're in the mall! read more

Tried Cuci at the 3rd floor food court in American Dream -- really impressed! Their Chinese-style burgers are delicious, with freshly baked buns that are soft and slightly crispy. I also loved the takoyaki -- super flavorful and perfectly cooked. Short wait time, friendly service, and great food. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the mall. read more

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It's really fast, and service is excellent. Quality fast food, and highly recommend spicy crispy chicken sandwich!!! Definitely my favorite, and will revisit in the near future! read more

Hidden Gem at American Dream Mall! Absolutely blown away by this spot on the 3rd floor of American Dream Mall. It's rare to find something that feels both high-quality and family-owned in such a big commercial space, but this place nails it. The staff were genuinely kind (you can tell it's family-run), and the food? Amazing. I had the Grilled Pineapple Chicken Sandwich and can honestly say it's one of the best sandwiches I've had in a mall food court--and best at American Dream Mall. The chicken was juicy, perfectly grilled, and the sweet bao-style bun with seseme seeds tied everything together. It's like a Hawaiian twist with a Chinese street food vibe--super flavorful and totally unique. We also tried the spicy chicken wings, which had a great kick without being overwhelming. Bonus points for the disposable gloves they give you--such a smart and clean touch. Kids loved it too, which says a lot. Affordable, delicious, and clearly made with care. Will definitely be back. This place deserves a line out the door. read more

Amazing place! Amazing food! Incredible customer service! Great addition to the mall!

located on the 3rd floor l of American Dream mall, very lovely family owned store! Love their Hawaiian style pineapple grilled chicken sandwich! Very yummy! Kids love it! Glad we tried it! read more

Cuci - Chicken Shop Near Me - East Rutherford, New Jersey

Incredible food, great to try something with new flavors and ideas. The chicken is perfectly tender and the buns really do make a difference. Great options for kids. read more

The customer service was great, and I loved the packaging, very cute and aesthetic. The food itself was very, very fresh and packed with flavor. I especially like the New Orleans chicken, so tender and flavorful. read more

Tried their chicken burger and wings very tasty. The bun was soft and freshly made on premises and the chicken was lightly breaded with just enough seasoning. I would recommend trying but then you will go back again and again. read more

Exactly what you hope for -- crispy outside, juicy inside, and so much flavor!! Absolutely worth the trip.

Best food to eat i recommend going there! very delicious and there service is really good,

Food and Service was amazing. The sandwiches we got was so fresh and juicy. Our new favorite spot. Will keep going back. recommend 100%.

amazing chicken sandwich - perfect amount of spice. fantastic wings too - you can't go wrong