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    Geeko Chicken

    4.8 (144 reviews)
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    James A.

    Finally tried Geeko fried chicken today and it hit the spot! I tried the Korean sweet and spicy and the flavors were terrific and that crunch! The wings themselves were not skimpy either! Service was friendly as usual and pretty quick too. They were definitely made to order since they were piping hot! I sat inside for the first time and it was pretty basic. Lots of tables and some booths but most importantly everything was clean! Gotta try their fries and onion rings next time!

    Outside view
    James A.

    Geeko Chicken opened in early 2024, inside the Champ's Deli in Signal Hill. Was very satisfied with the food (taste and value), service for the Korean food ordered, and would gladly go there again for lunch if in the area. Once you pass the Costco in Signal Hill going East on Willow Street, the street turns pretty industrial, with mostly warehouses until merging into the 405. So was a bit confused when GeeKo (Gee's Korean) Chicken popped up in a search for Korean Fried Chicken, but Maps took us correctly there. There is plenty of surface parking, dedicated to the business. It's pretty non-descript from the outside, housed in an industrial but there is a large, high sign for both businesses. They share the same order space, with the same friendly employees manning both. It was fairly busy, with everyone ordering from the Korean side of the menu. It's a fast food set-up, ordering and paying first, with the food being delivered to your table. My wife and her mom found a booth, while I stood in line. Everything is made fresh to order, so it does take a bit of time, especially when busy. Korean Fried Chicken Wings (8 pcs) Honey Soy Garlic $13.95 - only wings are offered, and it's one flavor for every 8 pcs. If you define KFC as the various flavors, this is definitely it with the two most common (Korean Sweet and Spicy and Honey Soy Garlic) being offered. But not, if hankering for the shattered crisp coating coming from freshly made corn/potato starch batter (would be very difficult to do this for the very value price). Important to eat these immediately after being tossed. It came with carrot and celery sticks, and homemade pickled radish (a must with KFC). French Fries ($3.75) - eating these crinkle fries reminds me to ask: 'why can't other restaurants do a better job of serving deep fried potatoes like this?'. These were excellent, not overly battered. Like pizza and beer, french fries and chicken wings are a great combo for me. Kimchi Fried Rice ($14.95) - can't resist when I see this on the menu, and frankly wasn't expecting much, considering where I was. But when it came, knew immediately it was going to be great: a large heaping portion with a deep rouge color and plenty of spam pieces (pork just goes so well with kimchi). It had a beautiful cooked sunny side egg on top. Knew I wouldn't be able to finish it, but still ended up eating more than half, each bite as good as the previous. I loved this dish. There is a soda machine behind the counter, with one free refill (also a cooler with various can/bottles as well): a small was $2.50. I was pleasantly surprised that cups of ice water was offered for our party, without being asked. Tried to self bus, but it's not really set-up for it, so guessing they want you to leave your tray and utensils at the table. Ended up just handing it over to the counter as we left. Just needed a lid for the fried rice to bring it back home, which was just as good the next day.

    Korean food menu. They have a separate deli menu as well.
    Mellanie A.

    Recently, I was craving something outside of my usual rotation. I've had KBBQ fatigue for the last two years, as I used to religiously go to KBBQ at every opportunity with friends and family. However, lately, I've been finding myself craving anything with brisket or bulgogi. While searching on Yelp, I fortunately stumbled upon Geeko Chicken. After reviewing their menu, I was intrigued enough to stop by and give them a shot. Upon arriving, the restaurant was quite empty. The space itself had a cozy, no-frills vibe. The owners were super nice and added a sense of warm hospitality to the experience. I placed an order for two bulgogi burritos and asked if they had any sauce to pair with my meal. The lovely Korean owners informed me that they had an orange sauce they call their "everything sauce," which they said was delicious enough to go with just about any dish. I was immediately sold by their enthusiasm, so I ordered a few extra sides to accompany my bulgogi burrito. My burrito was generally pretty good in terms of taste. It reminded me more of a wrap than a burrito, given how light it was. The burrito included white rice, mozzarella cheese, lettuce, and bulgogi. Even though it tasted great, I couldn't help but notice a few pieces of uncooked rice inside. The bulgogi was also a bit on the fatty side, and though it pains me to say this after hearing the owners rave about their "everything sauce"- it just wasn't for me. It reminded me of Thai peanut sauce with vinegar. Regardless of my minor critiques, I can definitely see myself coming back to explore more of their menu. It's a charming establishment with great service that I'd recommend to anyone in the area, at least for a one-and-done visit. Support your local businesses! :) 3.8/5

    Checking out the GeeKo Chicken side of the Champ's Deli
    Neal T.

    Super meaty wings, deliciously crispy, well balanced spicy and sweet flavor. I couldn't get through all 8 wings they were too meaty for me lol. That's great problem to have when ordering wings. They would make a great wing party platter they stayed incredibly hot the whole time I was eating them. The people are very friendly and have a great Korean as well as traditional deli sandwich menus. Definitely need to come back and try more stuff but it will be hard to not order the wings. The counter staff is very friendly and helpful served up my food with a smile! I liked the almost divey diner ambiance it felt like they've had the same decor since the 1980s or possibly 70s but no holes in the furniture all clean and tidy so a tidy clean retro vintage deli decor. Love it and will be coming here for take out now that I've discovered it. Easy to miss driving by, plenty of parking easy in and out. Extensive menu and daily specials to try. If I worked near here I'd be coming for lunch every day!

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    Ben J.

    Tucked away off the main street, this cozy, family-run spot is the kind of place you might easily drive past--but you shouldn't. My partner ordered the meatball sub and absolutely loved it. The bread was warm , and the meatballs were tender and flavorful, drenched in just the right amount of sauce. It seemed to be on the smaller side but the bold flavors made it so fulfilling. I went for the wonton soup since I wasn't too hungry. Although the position seemed small, the wontons were plump and filling, like a comforting bowl made from scratch in someone's kitchen. The broth was light without being heavy, and the wontons were similar to Korean dumplings. They weren't filled with any meat, just veggies and glass noodles. We decided to split the bulgogi fries! The bulgogi was perfectly cooked: tender, savory, and slightly sweet, while the condiments layered on top added brightness and balanced all the delicious umami flavors. On top of the tasty food, the staff were genuinely friendly and made us feel right at home. It's one of those places where you can tell they care both about their food and their customers. Highly recommend this little gem if you're looking for hearty, flavorful eats and warm hospitality!

    Small order of KFC wings
    Glenn L.

    I have been here a few times to have Korean Fried Chicken wings and decided to go with some wings and bulgogi kimbap. The wings were solid, as usual. The kimbap was huge but was just okay. The size of the kimbap pieces might have overwhelmed things a bit. I might stick with the wings.

    These chicken wings are bomb dot com!  @ojbaylen
    Olivia B.

    This place is a hidden secret of some good, quick Korean food! Their wings are yummy! It's also a sandwich shop! They have good lunch specials! Don't let the outside fool you!

    8pc honey soy garlic wings
    Criss N.

    This is a great hole-in-the-wall spot to adventure into Korean food. It is connected to the Deli if you get nervous and change your mind, but I promise you won't regret trying Geeko Chicken. I got the 8pc Honey Soy Garlic wings, spicy bulgogi kimbap, and rose topokki. As someone who eats a lot of korean food and has lived in OC's and LA's Koreatown, this is a very great spot for Long Beach!  The wings were perfectly crispy and paired very well dipped in the rose topokki sauce. I also dipped the kimbap into the topokki sauce and that was heavenly. The kimbap is very large and a great thing to pick up for a quick lunch. Check them out!

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    Tuan N.

    This family-owned deli never disappoints -- and they have Korean Fried Chicken Wings! The owners are so friendly, and the place has a welcoming, neighborhood vibe. There's plenty of seating with booths and tables, plus their own parking lot. It's perfect for groups because everyone can find something they like -- burgers, sandwiches, burritos, salads, or Korean dishes. They even serve breakfast before 11 a.m. The wings were crispy, juicy, and perfectly sauced. The bulgogi kimbap was delicious and super filling, and the japchae had that perfect balance of savory and sweet, with the nutty flavor from toasted sesame oil soaked right into the glass noodles. You can taste the freshness in the veggies and the marinated beef. If you love bulgogi, they've got that too. I've probably been here too many times... but I still can't stop thinking about trying the other wing flavors!

    Original and Honey Soy Glaze
    Daro H.

    Located in the most unassuming deli spot in Signal Hill is where you'll find some of the best Korean chicken wings in the area and they definitely rival many of the big chains in Cerritos/Artesia. I had the original and honey soy glaze wings and kimchi fried rice and bulgogi kimbap. The wings and the rice were outstanding because the wings were pretty sizable and had a great, even textured batter that wasn't too thick, but maintained it's crunchiness for a while. The meat was very juicy and tender and cook well throughout. It was served with pickled diakon but also carrots and celery with ranch dressing. The rice had a strong mild kick and was very buttery but not too oily from the spam, and the egg was cooked just right to allow the yolk to fuse with the rice. The kimbap was good but didn't stand out for me although the prices were very reasonable. It's a very clean and spacious area to dine in but takeout was a breeze and the food was packed perfectly so that it maintained its freshness for thr drive home. The folks behind the counter couldn't be nicer!

    Kimchi Fried Rice w/ Spam & Egg
    Jennifer K.

    My boyfriend and I were craving Kimbap, and I'm glad we tried this place!! We got the 8 Pieces Korean Fried Chicken Wings in Korean Sweet & Spicy, 1 Roll of the Regular Bulgogi Kimbap, and the Kimchi Fried Rice w/ Spam & Egg. The Korean Fried Chicken Wings were really good! They were the perfect amount of sweet and spicy. The pickled radishes were great, but I've never had Korean Fried Chicken Wings with carrots and celery so I was surprised when I saw those. The Regular Bulgogi Kimbap was great! I loved the sauce it came with. The Kimchi Fried Rice w/ Spam & Egg was so good! It had lots of rice, kimchi, cubes of spam, and one over easy egg. The employees were so kind! They were patient while we were deciding what to order! They gave us paper plates and water cups. They also checked up on us a couple of times, making sure we were doing well and that the food was great. When we were leaving, they asked us if the food was good and thanked us for putting our trays and trash away. The restaurant is a Korean Fried Chicken spot inside Champ's Deli Restaurant. We were a bit confused when we looked at the big menu board, and it was the deli menu. The Geeko Chicken menu board was on the right of the counter, along with a menu stand. The restaurant / deli was empty. My boyfriend and I were the only people sitting and eating, and there were a few people getting their order to-go. There was plenty of seating, and it was very clean. I would come here again, and I would recommend this place to people! The food we had was super good, and I want to try other Korean Fried Chicken Wing flavors and their Topokki!!

    Darryl W.

    Food amazing im full nice size chicken wings for the price. Meaty juicy and crispy even with the buffalo sauce and the sweet chilli sauce. Service was good ambiance nothing special this place is about the food .. now under its two restaurants n one building. The is the Korean chicken part , not a fan of the deli restaurant. But for the chicken ill be back .

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    Genuine Korean food! The people are so kind and helpful!i recommend trying the bulgogi fries!

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    I have been going to this place for 20 years. It is the best restaurant for cold noodles and ribs…read more I go from Torrance.

    Morangak in Garden Grove is the OG location, famous for their galbi, beef dishes, and cold noodles…read more You know this place is legit when you see tables full of elderly Korean patrons--even waiting in line! My go-to order here is always the Marinated Galbi and cold noodles (nengmyun). The staff grills all the meat for you, and they cook everything to perfection--serious veterans here! You can tell they know exactly what they're doing when it comes to grilling the meat. I've also tried their Wagyu Brisket, which was melt-in-your-mouth good! And they now offer rice paper, which is always a plus for wrapping up that deliciously grilled meat. The cold noodles come with white vinegar and hot mustard (gyuja) on the side, so you can add as much tang and kick as you like. Their spicy cold noodles are also delicious and, despite the name, really aren't that spicy. They also have a location in Fullerton, and I've found the quality of the food to be just as good there. But there's something about the Garden Grove location--especially the longtime staff and the expertise they bring to grilling the meat--that makes this one a little more appealing to me. I'm always coming back for their Marinated Galbi and nengmyun. Such a classic Korean combo, and Morangak does it right!

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    Mo Ran Gak Restaurant - Bibim naengmyeon / spicy cold noodles

    Bibim naengmyeon / spicy cold noodles

    Mo Ran Gak Restaurant - Short ribs

    Short ribs

    Mo Ran Gak Restaurant - Brisket, marinated short ribs, Onions and mushrooms

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    Brisket, marinated short ribs, Onions and mushrooms

    Luv Dduk - Indulge in our mouthwatering bulgogi cheese fries  They're the perfect blend of savory and cheesy goodness!

    Luv Dduk

    4.4(3.5k reviews)
    6.8 mi
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    This place was wow! I was a bit surprised at first because of the music that was playing, but it…read morelooks like this place is open late, perfect for those who want to hang out, have some good food and drinks. We were helped by a lady that was very friendly and helpful on what to order. We got the rice cake, the beef bulgogi, and fried chicken wings. Man o man the wings was so good! Crispy on the outside and piping hot inside. The rice cake was not too spicy, and was delicious with the ramen. If you are in Cerritos and looking for some good Korean food, look no further. Can't wait to stop by again ! Until next time!

    Came here with my friend for dinner and it definitely hit the spot for what we were craving! We…read moreordered the LuvDduk tteokbokki and bulgogi fries, and both portions were HUGE. For 2 people, we definitely had leftovers, but I think these two dishes would be a good amount to share between 3-4 people. If you're coming with more than 2 people, I'd recommend adding some extra toppings to the tteokbokki so everyone has more to share. The tteokbokki comes with toppings already added, including cheese, sausage, and corndogs. I personally wasn't a huge fan of the cheese on it, but overall everything was good and there was plenty to share. My favorite was definitely the bulgogi fries! I loved dipping the fries into the tteokbokki sauce. Service was pretty standard, but just a heads up that they play the music pretty loud. If you're planning to really catch up and have a conversation with a friend, this might not be the best spot because we were basically yelling to hear each other. Overall, we enjoyed the food and left with leftovers after only ordering two items. Definitely come hungry!

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    Luv Dduk - Outside

    Outside

    Luv Dduk - Tteokbokki

    Tteokbokki

    Luv Dduk - Creamy corn cheese

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    Creamy corn cheese

    Taishi Hainan Chicken - Half and half Hainan Chicken Rice - @rayz

    Taishi Hainan Chicken

    4.4(439 reviews)
    2.3 mi
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    I had visited their Redondo Beach location before, so it's great to see they have a spot in Long…read moreBeach. Which made for a perfect meeting spot for me and a friend. She ordered the fried Hainan chicken rice, while I went with the fried Hainan chicken rice noodles. My dish also came with a couple of wontons, ground pork, and half an egg, which was a nice bonus. On a recent Wednesday lunch visit, we noticed most people were ordering takeout and we were actually the only ones dining in. Like the other location, you order at the counter and they bring the food to your table. It's a very casual spot, and you can even request a bowl of chicken broth on the side. The food came out quickly, and everything was delicious. I ordered a Zebb Chicken rice to-go and it was still good for dinner!

    This place appeared to be well rated with another location. We tried this one in Long Beach, it was…read moredisappointing as the place appeared to be busy but the cars parked in front were some other customer cars for the nearby business. The parking is hard since it's in the area of Long Beach with lots of condos, so you are fighting to find a place. Once we got inside we noticed it was empty, not a soul in sight except the cashier. We ordered a hainan chicken and a bowl of chicken noodle with ground noodle (sub egg noodle). They only offered dark meat or ground chicken, kind of sad as a chicken place. The broth was not rich and the chicken on the drier side. The pieces did not look like it came from the same chicken (usually it'll form the shape of whatever they cut up, but presentation was not their strong suit). The sauces for the hainan was on the saltier side and not as good as other places. The rice... Did they not throw in broth for it to cook? I did not taste much chicken flavor. The noodles, it's intended to be on the blander side, that's fine. The noodle though... It was as if they could've cooked a bit longer, they seemed to stick together and was not quite al dente so I stirred them around for about a minute to break it apart. Ground chicken, nothing special to season it with, at least it did not have chicken stench. Lastly, the door was left open, the amount of flies coming in was a lot. It was off putting. The neighborhood does not appear friendly or safe as the front door was boarded up. Also a sign saying there is no cash here (implying lots of robberies/burglers). I don't like giving low ratings, but the reviews for this place weren't... Convinencing.

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    Taishi Hainan Chicken - Inside dining area

    Inside dining area

    Taishi Hainan Chicken - Fried Hainan Chicken Rice- Light battered fried chicken with Garlic ginger rice and Sweet chili sauce

    Fried Hainan Chicken Rice- Light battered fried chicken with Garlic ginger rice and Sweet chili sauce

    Taishi Hainan Chicken - Hainan FRIED Chicken and Original Hainan Chicken Rice

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