Anyone reading this review should run from this place. Small quality of chicken. Overpriced? Not…read moreseasoned well. I will not ever oder from any of the franchises? Ever again. Believe me people overrated saying crunching chicken.

Today, I visited the restaurant and ordered the 8 pieces fried chicken.However, 4 of those pieces…read morewere very small (as shown in the picture). I feel it wasn't worth the $17 price. If I hadn't ordered other dishes, I probably wouldn't have been full. On the positive side, the taste was delicious. The restaurant is spacious and clean. Valet parking was $6 at the night time

As advertised. Not your traditional Korean fried chicken, Korean fried chicken spot. Founded by a…read moreformer movie director who happens to cook all the chicken himself. The dishes are all served with a mix of fruit to get that balance of sweet and umami. The sauces are something I haven't had in Korean fried chicken. Definitely should try it out atleast once.

This place has certainly changed since I last visited. Here's the general flow of things:…read more 1) Wait to be seated by the owner (may take some time if he is busy cooking, you'll have to wait for him as he doesn't have any other staff) 2) Once he points you to a table, have a seat (if there are leftover dirty dishes from the previous party that haven't been cleared, that's normal; hopefully he comes to move them out of the way quickly for you and gives the table a wipe-down) 3) Speak your order clearly (don't expect the owner to give you much acknowledgement once he has your order, he might just nod and walk away). If you want a soda, it's self-service. The vibe of the restaurant is just OK; you have a lot of people looking around (either at their tables or at the door for take-out) either wondering what to do or where the owner is so they can be helped. Lot of TVs on with kpop MVs or sports playing (but no volume); nothing special there. 4) Chicken should only take about 20-30 min, he'll bring it out soon enough and it'll be hot from the kitchen. The fruit is a little...different, but kind of works with the dish and cuts through the grease a bit. Unfortunately, no radish like your usual Korean fried-chicken place would offer. 5) After you've finished eating, wait for him to come over and assist you with the check (again, you'll have to wait till he's done with other tasks so he can help you in-between his workload) The chicken used to be worth the wait, and the owner used to have a little more courtesy for his customers. After my most recent visit, I can no longer say so. The chicken comes out faster but is no longer as crispy, and the sauce isn't doing it any favors anymore. And the owner's attitude made our whole visit unenjoyable; gave off the feeling like he felt he was doing us a favor by letting us eat there, and seemed annoyed at any questions we asked (and then was very unavailable most of the time). I understand he does this alone, and he has more tables now than when I last was here (4-6 now instead of 2). But if you can't handle the work load alone then downsize or get some part-time help, or at least be a little more humble with your attitude. I was originally very excited to recommend this place to my friends and took them here to eat, but by the end I was a little embarrassed at the service we received. Don't get me wrong, we're not strangers to the usual "Asian service" where you kind of get the first-gen treatment and don't expect please/thank yous with your meals...but this was really something else, and the quality of the meal couldn't even make up for it anyway. Sorry to say it was unacceptable to us; as visitors from out-of-town we used to look forward to making this one of our stops, but we won't be returning. A good meal/service can make someone's day, and the same could be said for the opposite. Good luck to anyone who might catch him on maybe a better day.

This place hits!! I…read morefound out about this a few years ago, but I didn't know it was a long time establishment. The only thing I got was the chicken and fries, but I think that's all you really need. It's very flavorful and the fries. I soak up all the juices from the chicken, which make it so delicious. The service was excellent and they're super friendly, it's a takeout style place. I recommend just grabbing your food and heading home to enjoy. You'll definitely be in a food, if you can eat the whole thing, but I'd recommend to share.!

1.to expensive 2. Stupid people work there…read more3. Disgusting environment I wrnt there, stood in line, and the casier called the guy behind me, and served him first. I just gave up on this stupid behave and left and never to see them again.

I'm so happy they're offering this on DoorDash. I don't think you understand how good this is. This…read moreisn't fried chicken, it's fried heaven. I thought I wouldn't get to eat this again but my prayers have been answered. They have options for a family, just the chicken, or chicken with sides. I opted for the latter because I love me some of the garlic noodle and rice. I wish I could eat it fresh and in person but even after delivery this is still the best chicken in LA. Maybe California. Nah you know what. This is the best chicken I've ever had.

Just ordered both the fried Sichuan and grilled mala chicken and I def will be ordering again! Cost…read moreis great, food is delicious, I really loved the gravy with the chicken and garlic noods. I will try the family combo next time so I can share it.

I finally got to visit this place after dropping friends off in Union Station. My original idea was…read moreto go to Amboy, but unfortunately for them they didn't open up in time. I decided Howlin Rays deserved my attention. There was already a line in place and they were playing some good music from the restaurant. When it came time for me to order, Ryan at the counter was very friendly to me. Everyone in the restaurant was. I really enjoyed that. I stuck with getting the mild sando, and didn't expect the chicken breast so gigantic! It was a delicious sandwich and the spice was pretty good. I'm glad I didn't go any spicier than that. I ordered the fries which were actually pretty good. They were definitely seasoned, but they weren't heavily in taste sense. They had something for me to drink and it went really well with a meal actually. I'm glad that I could say that I enjoyed this place from beginning to end. It is a little hidden, but luckily for me I found it. Definitely will come back to have my wife try it one day.

Now this is hot... no really this is hot.. and flavorsome. Crispy breading, no sogginess here…read more Juicy chicken. No overpowering singular seasoning (cayenne) but a nice, FLAVORSOME balance of all seasonings. Fries are quite expensive for being fries BUT THEY ARE SO GOOD. Service here is above and beyond, the nicest people and most extroverted you will meet. Have a chit chat with them and find out! Cutest little plaza with all you can ask for... DELICIOUS FOOD!

A short walk to The Wiltern. Great place, a little hidden for a quick meal. Greeted quickly, seated…read moreimmediately. Ordering and payment are done through the table side tablet. No drinks on the app which was frustrating. Cheese balks were the surprise. Savory with a bit of sweetness, excellent cheese pull. Chicken was good sized, crunchy, and well flavored.

Stopped here for a quick bite to eat after attending an event at the Regency Theatres upstairs…read more There is a parking lot with plenty of spaces and you can validate for free/reduced parking fees. There are a lot of different options on the menu, which was a bit overwhelming for my first time, but we decided on getting a half order of their classic boneless chicken in the signature Pelicana sauce, which was a delicious choice. The chicken was perfectly crispy and juicy, and the sauce was a great blend of heat, sweetness, and garlic. Everything was ordered on a tablet that is at each table, and there was one staff member assisting the whole restaurant when I visited on a Sunday afternoon; she was kind, helpful, and provided great service. I also ordered the Peli Shaken Fries which had a nice sweet and savory flavor that complemented the chicken well. The Kimchi Fried Rice was warm, cheesy, but ultimately a little salty for my taste. Overall, the space has a modern and cozy feel, and I can see this being a good spot to grab some drinks and food with friends.

Amazing healthy delicious chicken ever!!!! It is for real. Wellmade chicken the top of the LA, I…read morebet. I love side dishes too. To dine in, it is hot with smoke. So it is good for togo. There are small parking space. Service is very fast. Reasonable price!!

I had heard so many good things about Pollo a la Brasa, so I finally decided to give it a try…read moretoday. Starting with the positives: the food is delicious. I ordered the quarter chicken with rice and salad, and I was really impressed with the portion sizes. Everything was flavorful, comforting, and gave me the kind of authentic Latin food vibes that I love. The sauce was definitely the highlight for me--it was so good that I found myself adding it to every bite. The prices are also fantastic. For the quality and quantity of food you get, this place is truly a gem. That said, there were a couple of downsides. The restaurant itself is very small, with limited seating available. The customer service also wasn't the best during my visit. Since the dining area was completely full when we arrived, we decided to place our order to go. While we were waiting for our food, a table opened up, so we asked if we could sit down and eat there instead. We were told that because we had ordered our food to go, we were not allowed to sit in the restaurant. I found that a bit disappointing, especially since we had already paid for the same food as everyone else dining in. Overall, the food was excellent and definitely the reason I would come back. If I'm in the area and craving their chicken, I'd absolutely return--just with different expectations regarding the seating situation and service.

Bang!!! Your head will explode this place is mind blowing. I'm here on my 494th Diners Drive Inns…read moreand Dives visit and I was blown away! First off the place is sleek and cool. Very modern and welcoming. So was the lovely lady behind the counter. The menu is sleek just Chien and fish sandos prepared a handful of ways. They have chicken strips and fries and an additional caviar topping. I wasn't trying that today but to each his own Surprisingly they have special beverages, today I tried the blood orange lemonade, it was a must with the spicy level of the chicken sandwich. Gang! This place is a MUST TRY!!!

Daybird on Melrose is doing two things -- Szechuan hot chicken and a Cod Fish Sando -- and they are…read moreknocking both out of the park. The space is sleek and minimal -- dark wood paneling, marble counters, brass accents and just a handful of seats. It feels elevated without being pretentious, and the staff were friendly and genuinely welcoming from the moment we walked in, which on Melrose is not always a given. We ordered the Cod Fish Sando and it delivered in every way. The fish was perfectly crispy and flaky with zero fishy aftertaste -- the kind of fish sandwich that converts people who think they don't like fish sandwiches. The house sauce was mild but packed with flavor, herby and creamy and generously applied. We went mild on the heat and it was approachable and delicious, but the menu runs all the way up to extreme if you're feeling brave. At $20 the Cod Fish Sando is on the pricier side, and the fact that it comes without a side is a bit of a letdown at that price point. The sandwich itself is a nice size and the quality is there, but tossing in fries or at least giving you the option would go a long way. Fries are available but at $4 extra, you're pushing $25 for a fish sandwich and a side -- something to keep in mind. One more heads up -- parking is brutal. Street parking only on Melrose, so build in extra time to find a spot. Worth the hassle, but go in knowing that. Daybird is a standout spot with genuinely great food. Get the fish sando, add the fries, and enjoy the vibe. Just don't expect a bargain.