This place is my guilty pleasure. The food is delicious and the fried chicken might be my favorite in Pittsburgh. You order at a kiosk or at the counter and get a number that they call when your food is ready. The inside has plenty of seating and would be good for groups. Our crispy chicken thigh burger was so juicy and flavorful and the fries are thin and crispy. I will 100% be back! read more

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The fact that you get a chicken sandwich, fries, and drink for $10 will keep me coming back. The location is super convenient so 98K makes a great take out lunch. However, the service is super slow. For ordering at a kiosk and only having a few folks in there waiting, it shouldn't take 17 minutes. I've been twice now and both times was surprised at how long the prep took. That said, the gentleman who works the register is super nice and accommodating, checking in with me about my order number when I didn't even ask. I think he might have given me an extra soda and order of wings to compensate for the wait time, which is super generous. (But since the bag wasn't labeled I also may have just accidentally gotten someone else's order...) I'll be back for the food, so hopefully their organization and wait time will improve. They do genuinely seem to care about customer satisfaction. read more

Their buy one, get two deal is great and affordable for anyone looking for a cheap meal. It's a self service, casual restaurant with easy ordering through kiosks. However, my spicy chicken burger wasn't spicy at all and had too much sauce. read more

98K Hamburger - Spicy Chicken Thigh Sandwich 超辣香酥鸡腿堡 - Burgers Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

First time going there... Chicken was very tasty...My family said it was the best chicken sandwich they had... Considering its Halal..I didn't have any other to compare..It's was satisfied. Will purchase again read more

Consistently a great fried chicken spot. Kiosk or counter ordering, there's a massive menu filled with different combo and normal a la carte options. Theres chicken burgers, chicken nuggets, fried chicken, chicken wraps, and a couple others I'm forgetting. Your number will be called out loud and appear on a screen. The chicken is always juicy and well fried. Not too expensive, great location, highly recommend! read more

98K Hamburger - Burgers Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Great chicken sandwiches and spicy fried wings. Has whole fried chicken as well as buckets. Friendly staff, lots of seating. So good, worth going to weekly read more

98K is still one of the fastest and best fried chicken places I've had here. Service is quick and food is warm and yummy. Couples meal comes out to 12.5 a person and is more than enough food for 2. Came here before one of our friends had a date and he challenged us to figure out where his date was and we waited here plotting until it was time and then we found him at his date spot and we hyped him up to his girl. Happy times here, wish they gave more sauce tho. read more

98K Hamburger - Burgers Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

For fast food, this place is pretty good. I had walked by it several times and finally decided to go in when I was short on time and needed something fast and easy before a movie. The ordering process is relatively simple, even if you only speak English. We ordered a crispy chicken breast sandwich combo and a spicy chicken thigh sandwich. The food came out quickly and was one of the better chicken sandwiches I've had in awhile. There were enough fries for two of us but we didn't finish them because they were a little cold when served to us. Overall, not a bad meal for $20 though. read more

This place is fine. The food is fast food quality, but slightly higher prices. They do have some Asian foods in addition to menu items like hamburgers and chicken sandwiches. There's nothing bad about this place, but there's nothing special about it, either. read more

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Unapologetic American-Fast-Food-Through-The-Eyes-of-Asia joint that will literally deep fry you an entire chicken. It deserves a 4 because it is exactly what you think it is. Also, it works well with TsaoCaa which is just down the street. I have only had one sandwich. Definitely would cause a heart condition. Buttered brioche bun around a deep fried crispy chicken and some sort of creamy mayo. Insane. read more

old reliable. my cravings for 98k get so strong every so often and it always scratches the spot. not a huge sandwich fan but i love their chicken hamburgers. the sauce is great and the lettuce is also great. they have a seating area too which is just okay. great juicy chicken tho but the size of the chicken you get is pretty random. wish it was more standardized but it seems like they for real just use full chicken thighs so can't fault them for that. read more

98K Hamburger - spicy chicken thigh burger - Burgers Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This place serves a lot of random food items while trying to incorporate Chinese influence. I've read in Chinese, hamburger just means sandwich. This place does not just serve the classic hamburgers, but rather, focuses on chicken. I wanted to try their boba so I got the bubble milk tea. It was extremely mediocre. To the point that I'd say if you want to come here and want boba, don't order in this shop. Instead, get it from one of the other places nearby. This drink tasted powderly and flavorless. There wasn't any sweetness to it (although I might have missed the sugar button, but I assumed they come at 100% if you do not adjust anything). Boba itself was okay, a tad hard and a little slimy, but not awful. They did include an okay amount of pearls, and the portion itself was pretty good for the price. All in all, a pretty mediocre place. I wouldn't really recommend it or return here, especially not for the boba. read more

98K Hamburger - Bubble milk tea - Burgers Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Tried the chicken sandwich it was definitely delicious full of spice would definitely recommend the chicken was fried perfectly read more

98K Hamburger - Burgers Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I'll be honest with you, the whole reason I wanted to come here was because it reminded me of Wild Duck Burger from Persona 3, a video game I love. After walking backwards into this restaurant and admiring the light sign projected on the ground, here are my thoughts: They make everything fresh to order! Ask them about what the special of the day is and you may end up getting some free food! I got a spicy chicken sandwich and it was the best. Highly recommend! The fries were also good, thin, fresh and crispy. The actual burger was pretty standard fast food burger. The popcorn chicken had a Chinese five spice type blend on it, so it was just okay, not as exciting as the spicy chicken sandwich. I love the kawaii little faces on the packaging and the whole amusing "delicious food can't stop" writing on the wrapper. The ambiance there is a little lacking. We enjoyed taking pics with the angel wings and halo, but other than that, there's just fake plants or a real dead ginseng tree that's sadly found a grave right on the side counter of 98k. Parking on the street, though it is pay parking at certain hours of the day. All in all, if I want a chicken sandwich, I'll be back. read more

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Good flavor and good portion size. Chicken usually is very juicy. Beats the fast food chicken sandwiches.

I've had both the mixed fried chicken combo and the fried chicken sandwich over the past few weeks. I think they're both very consistently juicy, crispy and freshly fried (as opposed to many other fast fried chicken joints that have piles of fried chicken in waiting). My favorite thing about them is the thick and incredibly crispy breading. It's a preference though and a friend thought it was a little too much. The fries are always just so-so. I guess it's not crispy enough and feels like they're on the verge of being soggy. The cashiers are always very polite and the prices are pretty hard to beat. One thing to note though is that the mixed chicken combo takes a bit of time (~20 mins) so I'd just get the sandwich if you're in a hurry. read more

98K Hamburger - Burgers Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

We were in the area early afternoon, and this was one of the few places opened. I tried their BBQ chicken tender on a stick and their pudding milk tea. The BBQ chicken was more of a Chinese BBQ, a little sweet and a little spicy. The chicken was very tender and flavorful. I would get it again. The pudding milk tea didn't use real milk, it was the milk powder stuff. I ordered 30% sweetness, and it was plenty sweet. The pudding was pretty good in the milk tea. To our surprise, they gave us free chicken nuggets because we ordered over $25 of food. The nuggets reminded me of McDonald's chicken nuggets, but better texture and flavor. I did hear good reviews on their chicken sandwiches, so I'd have to give that a try next time. My friend tried their baby shrimps, and wouldn't recommend it. The shrimps were tiny with too much batter. When you bite through the batter, the shrimp just slides out with little flavor. The service was nice though, and they have a big seating area. Overall, I was a bit underwhelmed. read more

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This place uses chicken thighs and dark meat cuts for alot of their items which makes them more juicy and savory. It definitely felt like a guilty pleasure eating here. The M couple meal was surprisingly cheap and filling. It fed both me and my husband, and I could barely finish my sandwich at the end. I thought it was a good deal because it comes with 2 spicy thigh burgers, 2 pieces roasted chicken wings, 2 pieces hot and spicy wings, a bag of popcorn chicken, and 2 sodas for $22. Overall, the food was okay, but it did seem like they may use a lot of sodium. read more

98K Hamburger - Burgers Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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98K is a guilty pleasure of mine. I could eat their chicken sandwich once a week honestly. Their chicken sandwich, Spicy crispy chicken wings, and chicken nuggets are my favorite! Their Couple Set for 2 is a really good deal too as it compares to the price of getting separate entrees. I like to get this since it comes with so many items: wings, popcorn chicken, sandwich and etc! There's enough items for leftovers which I use to air fry for a late night snack! Food notes: -Chicken sandwich - definitely would get again! -Popcorn chicken - comes with a lot when you order couple set for 2! I like to toss with cayenne pepper at home and it's amazing snack to air fry! Great bang for the buck -Chicken nuggets- similar to McDonald's nuggets but you grasp a more chicken texture! Would get again! -BBQ chicken wings- tender and flavorful! - crispy chicken wings - similar batter as the chicken sandwich but you get the classic wing and drumstick -onion rings - This is not very good for the price so I would definitely skip/pass this. Conclusion: - if you're ordering for 2, get the couple set for 2! - I would skip on the sides (fries, onion rings) bc the chicken shines more here ! - ask for spicy ! read more

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I got a fried chicken thigh combo and it was really solid. I kind of wish I got the chicken breast instead because the thigh was almost a little too chewy. However, I liked the sauce and the fries and the seasoning on the chicken. I also thought the price was good for a chicken sandwich, fries, and a soda! read more

98K Hamburger - Fried chicken thigh sandwich non spicy - Burgers Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The main differences to know is that they use chicken thighs instead of chicken breast in their burger. In theory, the thigh meat is more tender and naturally more moist. The breading leaves much to be desired, not crispy but quite hot and oily. The meat itself is soft however two problems - no flavor, size of meat smaller than bun by a large margin. Got a bit grossed out after a few bites. Fries were so-so, like limp noodles and just not appetizing either. Wings - got a grilled one and a fried one. Neither were flavorful and did not like. Comparisons to Chik-Fil-A? I would say not and a benefit of the doubt could be that they are new and needs to work more on execution, service and presentation. Finally, several requests to cut the sandwich in half and to get ketchup proved to be a hard task. A bit baffling since we were the only ones there and no line. Not recommended at this time. read more

First, it is primarily fried chicken so don't let the name fool you. You order at the counter and the prices are very reasonable. There are basically two rooms. The main room you enter and walk to the counter and order. The side room is a nice size and has quite a few tables. Check the menu out if you are interested. It is posted on the window or you can see it online or inside. You can get chicken many ways. The menu has wings, chicken sandwiches, wraps, burgers, shrimp, rice combos and milk tea. My No. 10 was a spicy chicken sandwich two wings and a soda. The chicken on the No. 10 is a breast that has lettuce tomato and a sauce. The chicken was tasty with a little spice. The wings were roasted and moist and good. All in all a nice new place in the neighborhood. read more

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Food is cheap and service is quick, love the dark meat chicken options. I prefer eating here than at a typical fast food franchise

We've ordered here a few times and enjoyed both meals. The burgers especially double just feel humongous. I really like the fries too. They're like a cross between Burger King and Wendy's old fries. My husband likes the chicken, but I wouldn't call it anything special. I don't say this often (or ever) but I really like their food packaging! I find it fun and unique. read more

the amount of times i've been here w friends is crazy, nice little spot with lots of seating. always get the chicken thigh burger and it's great, service is so nice and it's halal!! read more

Delicious mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm very delicious sweet but not too sweet amazing mmm crunch

This is my first time visiting 98K Hamburger and I ordered the Spicy Chicken Sandwich combo with fries. The fries reminded me of McDonald fries but just needed a little more seasoning added to them. The chicken sandwich was good, it was juicy and flavorful with a nice kick to it. It reminded me of the way KFC fries their chicken. The shop was clean and spacious with plenty of seating. read more

98K Hamburger - a tray of food and drinks - Burgers Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Passed this place a few times and always wanted to check it out. Finally did while the girlfriend was getting a bubble tea up the street. Typically would include a picture with my review, but didn't think about it as my expectations were thinking this would be just your normal chicken sandwich. Ordered the spicy chicken thigh sandwich, which had great spice, perfectly crunchy exterior, and one the juiciest chicken thighs I ever bit into. Was the only thing I ordered that day on the fly, but it definitely ranks up there high with some of the best chicken sandwiches that have ever grazed my lips. Highly recommend trying it. read more

best chicken place ever. the crispy chicken breast has changed my life. 10/10, i love coming here. the staff is so sweet and it's often a quiet place to eat by yourself. read more

Ever wanted to spend heaps and heaps of tourist money to McDo fast food around the world and try glocalized versions of popular American fast food dishes, or those specifically tailored to the tastes of the nearby customer base? Do, you, however, lack the requisite budget to travel around the world in (less than) 80 days and at the very least try the KFCs, McDonalds, etc. you might find in the various metropoli of Greater China? Because - and I jest not - this restaurant, the Pittsburgh, PA branch of a small NYC-based chain, has you covered! Despite the deceptive name (98k..... Hamburger?), there is only one American-styled hamburger item (specifically a cheeseburger) on the menu, and the vast majority of the menu consists of chicken: fried, spicy, grilled, Orleans style. Did I mention the fries and spicy popcorn chicken are phenomenal side dishes? It is also worth mentioning that for those who eschew fast food or avoid it for dietary reasons, it is entirely possible to order safer, more heart-healthy rice-based dishes rather than fried chicken or a sandwich-and-fries combo. The variety on the menu is an enormous point in this restaurant's favor. The service is a bit rushed and impersonal, but hey, it's a fast food place, you're there to get your fix of fats and carbs, not make best friends for life. Recommended mainly for the ambiance, which transports you - as mentioned - to the wonderful world of Asian fast food stops. Recommended! read more

So GOOD!!! I loved it! The grilled chicken sandwich was excellent :) I particularly enjoyed the bun and the sauce. Will certainly be back again to try more items. read more

Just DON'T EAT HERE, the restaurant's people are treating their customers so bad and they clearly don't care about their food safety. I reported to PA food safety department right after I got this molded fries. read more

98K Hamburger - Molded Fries - Burgers Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Did not like it here. The name has the word Hamburger-yet only 1 burger. It was not very good. Everything was very greasy and sub-par. We don't think we'll be back. read more

Their spicy chicken thigh sandwich with fries is like everything you ever wished for in a chicken sandwich. So. Good. Reasonable prices. We usually go around 2 pm and we've never waited more than 5 mins. read more

They have halal fried chicken burger. If you're craving something like KFC style burger

The waiting time was too long for fast food. We waited around 30 minutes for two burgers. Think they need to figure out a system to shorten the time to serve people. The food was satisfying and in good portions for the price. read more

I wish I could go back in time and tell myself not to go here. Waited over 40+ minutes for food that was cold and greasy. People that ordered after us were served first. We got the number 1 special and the popcorn chicken. The flavor of the chicken was similar to onion soup powder and is mostly bread crumbs in a greasy bag. It was free with a 15 dollar purchase otherwise I wouldn't have ordered it. The number 1 was supposed to be spicy but it was inconsistently seasoned, and additionally the bun it came with was soggy and soft. The lettuce was devoid of color and tasteless. Seriously a major disappointment. read more

Even though the tests is fine, but we have to wait for like 40mins to get our order.... 实在是太慢了，很浪费时间等。。。 read more

That spicy chicken sandwich is tasty. Dark meat? Yes. That chicken sandwich was juicy. The fries were okay. The sauce on the sandwich was okay. The chicken on that sandwich though? As good as it gets? I liked it. read more

Food is decent at best. I've been here twice, the first time I just ordered popcorn chicken and it took over 30 minutes to arrive. The second time I went, I was told beforehand that my food would be out in 10 minutes but yet again I waited for over 30 minutes just for a chicken wrap. If they weren't so slow, I would come more often. read more