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    4.5 (212 reviews)
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    Marlene Y.

    Korean chicken with mild bbq sauce was pretty good. Tasty 20 piece boneless chicken set with daikon pickles, cole slaw and 2 drinks. Maybe if you kept the karaoke bar separate from the Chicken order area, it might be more appealing to everyone but that's what you get. Ordering from a door dash website is not great so I just ordered from the kiosk in the karaoke bar. Service was cordial.

    The 6pc Fried Wings
    Devine W.

    Okay so this place really surprised me!!! It's located inside of a bar ... and when I went to pick up the food the bar was completely empty.... Ordering is all online they don't take in person. They are a bit pricey ..... just so you know but the wings!!!! Omg they were cooked to perfection and seasoned perfectly!!! I got them plain with a side of honey garlic and OMG!!!!!!!!!!I would pour that sauce on all of my chicken dishes. My only issue was that a few wings were bigger than I prefer but otherwise the wings were good af!!! The inside looked like a whole vibe is it was just missing people lol

    6pc Yang Nyeom Wings 6pc Honey Garlic Wings
    Berneta A.

    If you're craving tasty Korean fried chicken, Soul Chicken in Kalihi is the spot to hit up. Just a heads-up it's right smack dab in the middle of the Dillingham rail construction chaos, so getting there might feel like an adventure. And to make things even trickier, there are no left turns on Dillingham, so plan your route accordingly. But once you do make it there, you'll find it tucked inside Bliss Lounge & Bar, which is actually a plus. What pairs better with crispy, fried chicken than an ice-cold beer or cocktail? Plus, the space is cozy and great for hanging out with friends. Since it's inside Bliss lounge and bar, there's no table service, so you'll need to scan a QR code to order or better yet, save yourself the hassle and order ahead here: https://www.clover.com/online-ordering/soul-chicken-honolulu I've always been quoted 20 minutes for orders, but in my experiences, it's always ready sooner. If you're grabbing takeout, ordering ahead online is the way to go so you're not stuck waiting. And this chicken? Crispy, light, not greasy, and not weighed down by batter, exactly how it should be. My go to flavors are Honey Garlic and Yang Nyeom (spicy) and if you're taking it home, I highly recommend getting the sauce on the side to avoid any soggy disappointments. My only complaint are that some of these chickens look like they barely made it past chickhood because a few of the pieces are really small. I'm talking bite sized in a way that makes you wonder if they ran out of full-grown birds. But hey, what they lack in size, they definitely make up for in flavor. If you can navigate the construction mess (and the no-left-turn nightmare on Dillingham), Soul Chicken is a solid spot for some seriously good Korean fried chicken just maybe don't expect every wing to be a heavyweight or order more half dozens.

    Mild Korean chicken sandwich!
    Martha G.

    Consistent hot fresh yummy sandwiches and wings! Mild , Regular and Spicy options. I got mild and shared with a toddler. Fries are crispy light and airy. They remind me of like truffle fries. The sandwiches have cabbage slaw and the chicken is sauced. I loved it! Order ahead if you can. They make orders fresh. Worth the wait! The bar Soul Chicken is in is a little lame but the chicken makes up for it if you want to eat in the establishment. Diet option is Diet Coke.

    Leonard C.

    I gotta say this... SOUL Chicken is THAT spot!!! After living in Korea for years, I can honestly say this is hands down the most authentic Korean fried chicken I've had in forever. The food is next level crispy, flavorful, just perfection. On top of that, the owner is amazing you can tell he really cares about making sure every single customer is happy. That kind of energy is rare these days. The vibe inside? Completely unexpected. From the outside, you might not think much, but once you step in... mind blown. The ambiance is dope and makes you feel like you found a hidden gem. I can't wait to go back... honestly, I might pull up again tonight after writing this because it's just THAT good. If you love Korean fried chicken, trust me you don't want to miss this spot.

    6/21/25 Garlic Honey; ate a piece
    Tommie O.

    6/21/25 Experience could have been better Besides we were the only ones there at 5:00pm 2 stars Cook forgot our mandoo; part of 6 wing combo Had to ask for it Another 2 stars for new bartendress who verbally quoted the price of the meal when asked for tab Said she couldn't print out a receipt when I requested one but she finally figured register out No manager or owner on site 4 stars, sole saving grace, for Chicken Wings though! Came out Hot, Juicy n Tasty!

    The karaoke stage of Bliss Lounge
    Ron R.

    1989 the number, another summer! (Get down!) Sound of the funky drummer! Music hitting your heart 'cause I know you got SOUL!!! (Brothers and sisters, HEY!) Listen if you're missing y'all Swingin' while I'm singin'... About this little Korean Fried Chicken (KFC) place that's got me singin' that old school Public Enemy jam! Located at the end of a little old strip mall, which might be hard to get to, primarily because of road construction next to it. Keep in mind that parking can be a pain it it's busy. And I really hate to say this, but the road construction is just a complete turn-off. But once you get here and try their wings, you'll completely forget about all that. Let's get straight to the KFC of things and explain why I've got SOUL!!! 20pc Chicken Wing Family Combo ($38.95), which includes 2 flavors, 2 sides, and 2 drinks. We tried the Honey and Spicy Yang Nyeom, and maaaaan talk about Soul For Real! The honey flavor was a perfect crisp and sweetness, a perfect tenderness, a perfect everything! I feel they use olive oil to deep fry them, but don't quote me on that. Even the Yang Nyeom spiciness was fairly manageable and simply flawless. Next time, I'm gonna go for Hell's Gate to challenge myself and some naked wings to go along with it. As for staff and service, the two ladies that helped us were cordial and pleasant. We mainly dealt with Cheryl, who seemed to be running the place. She gave us sauce samples, made recommendations, took our order, and showed us where to refill our water glasses at the bar. The bar and dining area is part of Bliss Lounge, a karaoke bar that shares the stage while you chill here with a beer, wings, and a song. Someday, I'll share a rap y'all! But for now, if you haven't tried these wings, you're missin' out!

    Calamari rings, cheese curds
    Sammi L.

    My friends and I love finding new bars to play darts in Honolulu, and Soul Chicken was such a great find! We got there at 4pm and didn't leave til 11... We met the owner, who also DJs at the bar, and he is so much fun. We ended up chatting with him late into the night. The servers are also incredible and make you feel like family. The fried chicken is great - crunchy and flavorful on the outside and juicy on the inside! Also love the toppoki, calamari rings and cheese curds - the ultimate bar food. Can't wait to come back next time I'm in Honolulu.

    7pc Shoyu Boneless with Wasabi sauce mix on the side.
    Jay T.

    I'm gay but when I tell u this chicken i would throw some ass for lol. It's probably my favorite chicken spot beating out chicken and briskets yum chicken. The owner was incredibly friendly and professional ! If you're free March 15th a Saturday he will be djing too!

    Cora L.

    Very good! Located near HCC with parking lots on both sides of it, Soul Chicken is a solid chicken spot! I have only been outside for a pick up order but the outside looked clean and the service was efficient. The order was ready when it was meant to be. The chicken was very flavorful and the sauces definitely added a lot to the plate. The portion was also quite large and priced reasonably for what they gave. The bowls looked good and I will definitely be back.

    Combo- regular crispy and yangnyeom
    Hanna N.

    Yes. Yes. Yes. My husband is an avid Korean Fried Chicken lover, so you know we have to hit them all. Soul chicken has been our favorite thus far!! You can order at the to-go window outside, but you can also eat inside at the bar area (Bliss karaoke). The menu is almost the same but it's worth sitting inside if you're with a group, or if you want to enjoy your food HOT 'n FRESH. We ordered just about every single flavor offered on the menu, and there wasn't a single bad one. We love the original (naked one) and the Hell's Gate (no refund, no lawsuit). It was not as spicy as I was expecting it to be, honestly, but it was still delicious! We also l loved all the sides! The corn salad tastes just like the ones you order in Korea, and the dduk with yangneom sauce was yummm. The fries were crispy and don't forget to order some pickled radish for that delicious, vinegary crunch. The service was super friendly and they did a great job of explaining things and answering questions to us first-timers. Parking is also easy since they're in an actual shopping plaza with their own lot. I know the construction around that area is a pain, but honestly it's worth venturing into this area if you want a solid meal of Korean Fried Chicken!! Can't wait to be back.

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    Angel H.

    The fried chicken wings from here are so delicious. I had lunch here with Auntie Nadine. Our cashier, Cheryl, was nice enough to let us sit inside Bliss Lounge so that we'd be more comfortable in the A/C. We both opted for the six piece bone in combo. It came with one side and one drink. Nadine got her chicken with honey and chose the gimmari as her side. I got the chicken with shoyu and chose the mandoo as my side. I've never even heard of gimmari (deep fried glass noodles in seaweed) before this place. I really liked it, but Nadine preferred the mandoo. Both the honey and shoyu flavorings were delicious. Obviously, the honey chicken was on the sweeter side. If that's what you like go for the honey. Definitely five stars for the chicken, gimmari, mandoo and the service from Cheryl.

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    Everything was delicious! Happy they have a boneless wing option. The sauces are amazing! Can you open up in Kaneohe please?

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    Taste of chicken is fantastic, so Ono, best chicken in Hawaii. Workers are very friendly and professional.

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    I called to make a reservation and the lady cussed me out with my 4 year old right next to me would not recommend this establishment

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    Ask the Community - Soul Chicken

    Can we request to do two flavors on a 6-piece chicken?

    Oh. Sorry. We cannot do 2 flavors with 6pc. We do only 1 flavor with every 6pc. Thank you for understanding us

    Where do you park?

    When you see the restaurant, you can park right hand side parking lot. Using same parking lot as Hana tea

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