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    Okaay Chicken

    4.2 (108 reviews)
    Open 10:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Interior is brand new and super clean!
    Rishi C.

    Stopped by for lunch today as it had recently opened and wanted to give it a shot. This place is solid. It's located next to the Deli and J Sushi, with plenty of parking. The interior is brand new and super clean, with plenty of seating. Service was friendly and made our meal quickly, so everything was super fresh. Tried the fire wings which were super juicy and crispy, the batter is exactly what you want for Korean Fried Chicken (and most fried chicken IMO). The fire sauce isn't sweet, but kind of tangy, and not too spicy. The chicken sandwich was great, the breading and seasoning were well done. It's a tender vs. a patty, but it all held together well. I think it's a top 3 fast food non-spicy chicken sandwich for sure. Overall a very solid meal and I'd definitely come by again when I'm in the mood for a chicken sandwich or Korean Fried Chicken. Definitely worth a visit!

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    Cheryl V.

    It was just okay, no pun intended. I came in during the week after their lunch rush and the place was pretty empty but lots of order pickups. The manager seemed quite unpleasant if I'm being honest. While I was waiting for the food he was sort of berating the staff at the front in view of anyone walking in. Kind of off-putting to see, poor girl seemed stressed too. You can order at the kiosks or with the front staff but at the time I wanted to order there was only one staff and she was busy with who seemed like the manager so I went to the kiosk instead. I had lots of questions since the ordering is kind of weird so I should have just ordered with the cashier. I spent $37 for two people which after having tried the food I would say it was overpriced. I got the sweet and spicy sandwich and the okay fire. Like I said the food was very mid. I have had some spectacular Korean fried chicken and this place just wasn't it. The coleslaw tasted like the prepackaged kind you get from the grocery store. The chicken tenders were cooked well and the fries too. I did also order the cheeseballs and those were delicious!!! Very chewy mochi texture it was different but tasted good. I would probably only ever comeback for those if I'm in the area. TLDR: go to Holdaak in Orange instead, much better flavor and pricing

    BLC-Asian Honey Glaze-Meal
    Desiree P.

    YUMMM! The crispy texture on the outside and the juicy chicken on the inside, perfection. My lack of ability to endure spice kept me basic for the sauce, but it did not disappoint. The Asian honey glaze had good flavor. Possibly would have been a good dip for my fries. Which was also crispy and delicious. Would have liked a little seasoning on them, but made for a crispy vessel for all the yummy dips. Can't decide which was my favorite honey mustard or bbq. My only critique, more sauce on my chicken please or a little side for dipping my sandwich. The added bonus though, coupons for our next visit.

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    Monique D.

    Ordered on DoorDash today - got a Small Boneless meal (5 pieces), but they surprised me with 8, so major thanks for that! The boneless fried chicken and crispy wings were good sizes and crispier than I expected. I did pay extra for the sweet chili sauce, but it ended up being a bit too bold for my taste. The corn slaw was just okay as well. One fun surprise: they actually give you ketchup for the fried chicken. I swear I'm the only person I know who eats fried chicken with ketchup, so finding a place that gets me? Pretty much a match made in heaven!

    Ellisa S.

    This place is a hidden gem within Santa Ana. The chicken is so fresh and hot. Perfectly fried. It's Korean fried chicken, their menu is so extensive and the prices are fair. Their sauces are so delicious and I especially love the sweet and spicy sauce. Once you come, you'll come again and again. Service is on point and it's always spotless. My daughter wants me to add that it reminds her of being in Korea. It's a great place; you don't regret it

    Desire N.

    Okaay! Chicken and Sandwich is a popular self-service Korean fried chicken spot in Orange known for its crispy or grilled chicken sandwiches, wings, and tenders with various flavors like Sweet N Salty, Asian Honey Glaze, and Okaay Fire. I like their boneless chicken. It offers combo meals with waffle fries and a drink, plus sides like cheese balls and coleslaw. It is praised for its quality, value, and bold flavors.

    BLC-Asian Honey Glaze-Meal
    John O.

    Definitely a good value here. At this time they have a daily $9.99 special. Hard to find a complete meal for ten bucks these days. It was very busy when we went today and they seemed to be struggling to keep up. You can order at the counter or from a kiosk but if your kiosk order includes a drink you'll end up waiting for them to hand you the cup. They are kind of underselling the chicken as the pieces are quite large and don't look that big in the photos. I upsized my order and ended up taking the extra pieces home. My only complaint is they are over saucing the sandwiches. Our buns were soaked when we got them and one fell apart. Otherwise the food is very good especially for the price.

    Aura C.

    Freaking amazing, hands down the juiciest and most satisfying chicken sandwich I've ever had. This place needs to blow up because it's honestly so good. I went on a Saturday evening and it was super clean and the service was quick and friendly. We got a family meal and it was such a great deal. We had originally been planning to get a family pack of burgers next door but I'm so glad we ended up at okaay chicken. I can't wait to be back!

    David M.

    Amazing korean fried chicken, friendly service, and really clean inside. Underrated gem.

    James A.

    You want Chic-Fil- A... Raising Cane's... Popeye's... B-Dubs? Well WHAT? Oh... how about all of these wrapped into one? Then try Okaay Chicken. Popeye style chicken tenders with waffle fries and a fair assortment of bone-in wings. Yes... they have their version of Asian Zing sauce. And very competitive prices. I highly recommend you... Go here.

    Tiffany N.

    OKKAAAAYYYYYY. came here for a late lunch/early dinner & wow, it was delicious. We got a chicken sandwich in the Sweet N Spicy Glaze, FIREEEEEE. We got wings in the Sweet N Sour sauce, not gonna lie, it was kinda spicy for me, while I didn't think the Sweet N Spicy was spicy at all. We also tried the cheese fries, the cheese balls, regular waffle fries, the COLESLAW IS SOOOO GOOD. The tenders were thick and juicy, the DIPPING SAUCES? omg so good. that honey mustard was bomb. like i said, everything was so good. Pricing I felt was reasonable. Service was great, everyone was really nice & attentive. The store was a little dirty, not gonna lie. There was trash on the floor, in the booths, just needs a little more attentive care but i'm definitely coming back.

    The spiciness was...okaaay.
    Daniel D.

    The chicken wings were crunchy as heck and equally juicy, and that makes up half of what makes a perfect wing. I believe my friend ordered the original and shared it with me. I wish I'd have ordered that! I had the Okaay Spicy Chicken Sandwich meal and it had zero spice to me. I was expecting a full chicken in the middle but it was more like two tenders you have to hold together. It was okay. The Waffle fries were also okay. Nothing I haven't had before. The restaurant itself is clean and very spacious. I came in on a Saturday morning and it was completely empty. I had minimal contact with the staff but they were friendly. While I didn't leave completely blown away, I'm willing to give this restaurant another go for their wings instead of sandwiches.

    Sweet n sour wings & cheese fries
    Ivy L.

    The place is located in a plaza with a good amount of parking! The inside is pretty big and spacious & pretty clean. Tried the original ultimate crispy sandwich meal -- the sandwich was just okay, nothing too special. But the cheese fries and chicken tenders were actually pretty good and juicy! We also got the 10-piece sweet and sour wings, which ended up being the best thing we ordered -- super flavorful. Tried all of their dipping sauces too; the BBQ was my favorite. They were all decent except the ranch, which had a bit of a weird taste. Overall, pretty solid spot for chicken!

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    Awesome chicken. Tons of options. Very clean restaurant. Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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