I have tried a lot of Korean fried chicken places, and BBQ Chicken Kahala is still my number one. The chicken quality is truly outstanding. It is crispy, juicy, flavorful, and consistently cooked so well every time. That kind of quality is not easy to find. The boneless chicken in Secret Sauce is a must-try, but the real surprise is the Spicy Galbi Boneless. That is the hidden gem on the menu. It is unbelievably delicious and full of bold flavor while pleasantly spicy. Once you try it, you will understand why I keep coming back. Also, their french fries are a must-try menu. What really sets BBQ Chicken Kahala apart is that the food tastes premium and carefully made, not rushed or ordinary. In my view, this is the best Korean fried chicken I have had anywhere. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves great chicken (and fries). read more

Not Recommended for Kids! This was our first time dining here with our four children (ages 3-10), and unfortunately, it was a very disappointing experience. Because my kids can't handle spicy food, I asked for one dish to be made non-spicy so they could try it first. They loved it, so I ordered a second serving of the exact same dish for them. When the second order arrived, I could clearly see red chili flakes throughout the dish. As soon as my kids started eating, they complained that it was too spicy and couldn't finish it. I politely asked if the kitchen could remake the dish with no spice, explaining that it was for young children. Instead of trying to help, I was told the dish was made the same way as the first one and that it was the best they could do. There was no effort to find a solution or accommodate such a simple request. We ended up spending over $100 on a meal that our kids couldn't eat, and the lack of customer service made the experience even more disappointing. Sadly, we won't be returning and can't recommend this restaurant to families with young children. This version flows more naturally while emphasizing the inconsistency between the first and second dishes. read more

I want to like the restaurant. I love one of their flavors, but I dislike pretty much everything else. They only serve food with extreme flavors, except for the golden fried flavor which is terribly bland and far from great. I like sweets, so I like their honey garlic wings however if you don't like sweets you will not like this. It's almost like candied wings. But it's so sweet, I can only have a few. Tonight I also got the pepper wings. It's chicken wings with a thick layer of black pepper. Remember how I mentioned extreme flavors This was terrible. It was like pouring black pepper in my mouth. I know it's called their pepper flavor but there are other dishes that are very black pepper forward and taste awesome such as steak au poivre, southern pepper gravy, cacio e pepe. I've been here four other times since they opened maybe four years ago. I can't remember the other flavors that I've tried but I remember disliking them for the exact same reason. Food flavors alone, 2 stars. I added a third because service here has always been great. read more

We went here from a referral and this place didn't disappoint. Clean restaurant with light background music. I didn't know what I wanted and the front desk person was helpful. She told me what her favorite flavors were. We decided on the Golden Chicken 9-piece wings. WOW -- amazing flavors. Light and not oily peppery in flavor. I had leftover chicken this morning and it was still crispy. We tried the kim chee fried rice and it was well seasoned not too hot in taste. I would like to recommend to the staff that rubbish receptables be taken out --- we saw flies in the restaurant which is not a good reflection of cleanliness. We'll be back when we return to the islands. You cannot find korean fried chicken like this where we live which is the Pacific Northwest. read more

Looking for a place to do a take out lunch I remembered seeing a post from Auntie Nadine. My wife placed our ordered on line. Note: The order didn't process when she first tried about 10:15 am. She tried a number of times. The order went through when she tried at 11 am That's the time the business opens. The order was placed with with a pick time of 11:30 am. She got a response that it would be ready between 11:30 and 11:35. The Interior was simple and clean with a few tables for dine in. I ordered the Secret Spicy wings with cold slaw and my wife had the Golden Crispy minus the Mac salad. She said the wings were good but a little spicy. My chicken was crisp and a mild hot sauce. Tasty and I would order it again. The slaw was bland maybe I'll try it with the mac salad. The big negative was that the bag it came in had no utensils. Enjoy read more

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bb.q Chicken is one of the best fried chicken spots I've eaten at. If you're looking for super crispy and flaky chicken, this is definitely the place. I gave it 4 stars mainly because the menu doesn't clearly explain the style of fried chicken they use. Some are more golden fried while others are more tempura-style battered, so I'd recommend asking before ordering. The best combo I found was ordering the Golden Fried chicken with the sauce on the side. The chicken itself was juicy, tender, and had an amazing crunch. FYI -- the Secret Spicy uses the crunchy-style chicken, while the Honey BBQ is more tempura-style. The coleslaw was good, and the mandu was pretty solid too. They also serve alcohol, so it's a nice spot if you want to enjoy Korean fried chicken with Korean alcoholic drinks. The restaurant can fit a handful of people -- not too small, but not huge either. Prices are decent for the quality you get. Serve was good. read more

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Go somewhere else, the chicken pieces where ever they get it from taste like cardboard with sauce poured over it. It is very chewy too. $43 dollars later..... It was a bust. The people are nice, location is clean though. For the food, noooope! read more

I think the food quality here has improved a lot compared to ~ 2-3 years ago. They have more quality cut now vs back then and came up with more flavors. This is why I am back to getting my fried chicken here. Customer service is always pleasant. The store is clean. They have Korean drama and K-pop playing in the background :). They also have a point reward system. Just remember to specify if you want the whole chicken, boneless, or wings. I usually don't have any issues looking for parking here. read more

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Every bite was golden, crispy perfection with a crunch that hits just right! Bursting with flavor, perfectly seasoned, and so yummy it's impossible to stop at just one piece. The kind of food that has everyone reaching back into the box for "just one more" 10/10 -- crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and packed with flavor in every bite! Highly recommend! read more

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Service was slow. Ordered and sat down...took awhile to get my order. Ordered a chicken sandwich and fries. It was okay but the slaw was too sweet and runny making the fried chicken soggy instantly. Overall I'd was ok, but wouldn't order it again... read more

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Love bb.w chicken! My boys love the soy garlic flavor and I love the butter crunch. Always side fries and pickled daikon(chicken mu)

Well what can I say about this place. Since we were at Clinical lab across the street my husband wanted to try this place located at the ku'ono market place where foodland farms and JJ dolen located. I ordered on line and it was ready when you specified the time you want to pick it up. Came home and ate the chicken. I ordered the mini plate golden fried chicken I didn't want Mac salad or coleslaw so they gave me 3 scoops rice instead 3 pieces chicken and 1 mandoo came in the plate. The chicken was crispy but had a hint of chili pepper seasoning because it was a little spicy but I could handle it for 3 pieces if it was more I wouldn't able to handle it. My husband ordered secret sauce chicken with coleslaw and came with 1 mandoo and 2 scoop rice. It was good taste the coleslaw wasnt to hes liking the mandoo the filling was good but he said if they fried it more would have been perfect. The order was on time like when we specified online. Support them if you like chicken. Hint: its kinda pricey like anything you buy nowadays read more

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Really convenient, this location has lots of free parking. We've ordered food several times here and it is consistently on point. From the moment you enter, the aroma of fried chicken is so pleasant. It is pretty self explanatory that you order, pay, then wait for your food. The dining area is always clean and there's usually music videos playing on their big screen. The wait time isn't bad at all. Just know that their fried chicken is hot and fresh once you get it so don't be too quick to bite in. We've ordered almost every flavor available, and while they all taste very good, our favorite is the original crispy fried chicken. Excellent crunch on the outer coating, super tender inside, and not too salty. Service has always been fast and friendly here. Our family enjoys picking up chicken from here, to go. Yes, dangerously close to home but a welcomed addition to our neighborhood :) read more

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I feel like .... I always go here ... They recognize me.. Ok but when it comes to Korean fried chicken I feel like it's a weakness but I don't buy it all the time because variety is the spice of life - anywho my all-time favorite is the Original Golden Fried Wings and that spicy chicken sandwich. I also tried that special sauce chicken one which is essentially similar to the same chicken they put in the spicy sandwich. Service is always pretty efficient and ordering or calling ahead is definitely the way to go. Sometimes they get swamped and you gotta wait. Bonus plus for them playing Korean dramas and KPOP on the TV because I was just watching the dramas waiting for my order to come out LOL read more

Heard from one of my good friends that this place was fire -- and they weren't lying. The chicken does not disappoint. I got the secret sauce, my friend got the black pepper, and both were amazing. It was so good, I ended up ordering the fried hot one too -- and yes, it was worth the second round. The only downside? The wait time. I came in super hungry, hoping to get my food in under 15 minutes. That did not happen. It took at least 30 minutes for the first order to be ready, and I know because I kept checking the time every 5 minutes, staring at my receipt and waiting for them to call my number. Was it worth the wait? Honestly, not in that moment -- I was hangry. But next time, I'll definitely order ahead so I can just pick up and go. I wouldn't be so impatient if I wasn't starving. That said, the chicken is fiyaaah. The flavors are bold, the chicken is crispy and juicy, and the sauces hit hard. The second wait was easier because I was deep in convo with my best friend, but if you're in a rush or ravenous, just plan ahead. Otherwise, 100% worth trying. read more

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Never tried the place but the chicken smelled so good. We wanted to try and were glad we did. The chicken was superb; better than Popeyes and reasonable prices! Also, the place is conveniently located by the main road and with great eating place, very clean and current. The service was fast and the cashier was very friendly. I highly recommend if you ever pass by Kahala. read more

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Tried this place out after hearing so many good things about it. Shop is clean and neat, like the k-pop and k-drama playing on the screens. After deciding on all the good looking pics I got the garlic shoyu wings. Wait is about 10-15min which is reasonable for fresh and hot chicken. Wings had an excellent crunch and moist in side, exactly what I expect from K chicken. Garlic shoyu had a nice balance and a little on the sweet honey side. Lady at counter was very friendly and told we get free refills on our soft drinks! Friend had the fried thighs and they were big and juicy! Nice crunch and breading, good salt balance. Other friend had the spicy wings and they were a good level of spicy. Tasty but not overwhelming. Worth coming back. read more

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The fried chicken thighs are excellent ! Didn't expect the mild spiciness but the flavor is good. Skin is crispy and the meat is juicy The coleslaw is also amazing. Friendly efficient customer service. Prices are decent. Lots of parking. Will definitely return. read more

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Our new chicken spot!!! A lot of flavors to choose from, the golden fried and the honey garlic are my personal favorites. Super helpful service and you can even watch some Korean dramas as you're eating. read more

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These chicken thighs were not edible. Over cooked, burnt taste. They know how to do wings and thighs are usually great when eating there. They just can't get the thighs right when order via Uber eats delivery. read more

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Ordered the whole golden fries chicken (boneless), cooked well done. OMG it was the BEST chicken we've had in a long time. It was cooked to perfection and was absolutely crunchy even after getting home 30-45 minutes later. I recall seeing this older gentleman there who cooked our order previously and am thinking that he was the one who made our order this time. Two "thumbs up" to him if he was the one who was making the chicken for the orders! Most importantly, my wife really enjoyed the chicken read more

Ordered online from bb.q Chicken Kahala and had a smooth experience overall! Got a text notification once my order was ready, which was super convenient. I placed the order around 8:20pm and it was ready by 8:40pm -- perfect timing since I got there about 15 minutes before closing. The young boy who greeted me was friendly and quick to grab my order. He was already cleaning up but still made sure everything was packed and ready to go -- really appreciated that level of service, especially at the end of a long shift. We ordered the half & half boneless chicken (Soy Garlic + Original). Just a heads-up: the pieces are large, not bite-sized -- but they're cooked well and flavorful! The soy garlic was sweet and savory, and the original had a nice crunch. We also got an order of Cheesling Fries, which is a mix of sweet powdered cheeses (I had to look that up because I was curious!). The flavor was good, but I personally wish the fries were a little crisper -- just my crispness preference showing. The restaurant itself was clean and well-kept, and the food was hot and fresh even for a late pickup. This was my first time at the Kahala location, though I've been to the Aiea one before and it was just as good. I actually noticed this spot earlier in the week when we stopped by their neighbor, J Dolan's, and made a mental note to come back -- glad I did! We live on the west side, but since we were heading this way, it made for a great quick dinner stop. Portions are generous, so come hungry or be ready for leftovers. Definitely a solid spot for flavorful Korean-style fried chicken on this side of town! Happy Eating, Chass read more

Decided on getting chicken tonight! I finally had the chance to try bb.q chicken. I tried the one in Korea and it was super good, so why not compare it to the one here. ***What I ordered ~ **Honey Garlic Wings (8/10) ~ The honey garlic was actually really good, although I didn't expect it to be a little spicy. There is small kick to it, but it's tolerable. The chicken was juicy and it was sauced up really well. **Golden Original Chicken Wing (8/10) Your average crispy chicken wing! Honestly it's not bad, but I feel like it was just missing something compared to the one I tried in Korea. Overall, bb.q chicken wasn't that bad! It was a little pricey and flavor is somewhat similar to the one in Korea. Personally I prefer the one in Korea, but I wouldn't mind coming back again! read more

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Located in the Kahala area right next to Foodland, they have a big parking lot, however, they also have a lot of shops and restaurants in the mall, so the parking is known to be very busy and from time to time hard to find parking. I wanna try some Korean style fried chicken that's why we come to this place. Inside it's nice and clean, bright. The set up is like a fast food restaurant that you order and eat at the table. Since it's the first time we visited, this restaurant start was nice to explain to us the menu. We ordered the golden fried chicken because that was recommended and also a kimchi fried rice. It took quite a long time for them to cook the chicken, I would say at least 15 minutes. We are the only two group of people in the restaurant. I was surprised that they took that long to get my order ready, however I did see a lot of takeout orders Maybe in that explain why we have to wait so long. Fried chicken is and HOT! Perfect. The kimchi fried rice is average. Overall, the food quality is good, I will go back to try other dishes in the future. Oh, if you want hot sauce, it will be an extra $1.60. These days, they charge for everything. read more

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Great chicken, decent prices, clean restaurant, adequate seating, , good service, entertainment with tv's read more

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Best bbq chicken on the island Great customer service as well! My absolute favorite Definitely recommend this place read more

3rd time's the charm! Kept the order simple this time and ordered online: 3 piece thigh plate was wonderfully sized and juicy for $18.99. 6 piece honey garlic wings plate with coleslaw for $17.99 was tasty. I was pleasantly surprised that the batter tasted different between the original thigh pieces vs the flavored wings. I think the wings had a harder shell-type batter vs the flakier thigh batter. My only complaint was the rice was hard. The coleslaw was yummy. The mandoo were decent; could use a dipping sauce. Definitely order online as it takes at least 20 minutes to cook. read more

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Called in advance to order and they quoted the chicken to be ready in 15 minutes. It was ready exactly then and we enjoyed the freshly fried chicken. read more

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Phone order, Recommend so you don't have to wait long for your chicken. HONEY GARLIC!! SOOOOO GOOD. Definitely a good choice for pupu's if you are drinking with friends or at home. We loved the flavor and the secret sauce as well. I would definitely recommend trying this place out if you are craving chicken! Lots of seating inside and clean interior. The lady at the counter was nice and kept us up to date on when our food will be ready ~ read more

Apparently, bb.q Chicken stands for "Best of the Best Quality"--and I was curious to see if it lived up to the name. Honestly, it did not disappoint! I ordered the Black Pepper Chicken Wings plate, and the chicken was fried to perfection--crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor. I'll definitely be coming back. The only downside was the wait time--I waited around 30 minutes for my order. Next time, I'll be sure to call it in ahead of time. read more

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Just tried calling in an order. Phone doesn't ring, just gives a no message recording. Don't know how they can do business like that. Definitely not going to order there and wait 20 mins. This is actually a couple hours later... tried satiating my kfc urge with some Kyochon chicken. THEY DONT ANSWER THEIR PHONE EITHER! WTF? I'm Korean and I answer my phone! Is it cause I'm 4th gen that I don't understand this glitch in kfc fast food? LOL. Note: Mahalo to the owner addressing this problem and making contact with Yelp! We need more hands on owners like that! Best wishes to your business and hope you sell tons of chicken! read more

Best fried chicken I have had in years. Love their secret sauce, goes well with boneless or bone in.

Super hot and hungry! Not a good combination, if you ask me. I decided to have Korean fried chicken. I had their Golden Fried Hot Wings with Mandoo plate. It hit the spot perfectly and I'm happier! The chicken is cooked perfectly. It's crunchy, crispy, tender and full of goodness flavors in every bite. You won't need a sauce. My tummy is happy and I'm smiling. This would be even better if I got a shot of soju;) Maybe on my next visit. I don't know her name but the cashier was friendly and I love that she recommended one of their new non-alcoholic beverage to try. I forgot to take a photo but it was just a lemon tea with Korean writing on it. It was refreshing yummm! The store has at least 6 - 7 tables with chairs. And each table can accommodate 2 or 4 people. It's a cute place and they have on TV Korean drama! I honestly love this as I love watching Korean dramas! So you can plan to have you Korean fried chicken with soju and a Korean drama as a date with your friend or 2! They are located in the new Kahala shopping center right across Zippy's or Kahala Mall. There's lots of parking. You can enter on the side of Waialae Avenue or Hunakai Street. Thank you for reading my review. Have a great Sunday! read more

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Very tasty I only found out about this place a year ago and now this is my go to whenever I'm in the mood for chicken great combination I order ahead of time and by the time I get there my food is ready to go I am a satisfied customer read more

Golden and Honey Garlic combo. Killer! Made fresh and always Ono Easy to order online via their app read more

Fast and courteous service. Ordered Cheesling and Galbi wings, they were delicious as usual! read more

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This is my go to place for delicious chicken wings. I usually get the wing plate as a takeout and guess what. I can't stop coming to this place. So yummy, I mean everything. The wings, the mandoo and the coleslaw. Even the rice was cooked perfectly. My go to flav is honey garlic..........can't go wrong with that sauce. Spend your hard earned money and test yourself read more

Communication was great and kept me up to date on when my order would be ready. Food is delicious and consistent.

Everything is awesome!!! The food, service and atmosphere is always great!! There's always a great k-drama playing.

Whenever we are in Kahala area we always usually order from this place. On our most recent visit I ordered the honey garlic, boneless bowl. The food all seems to take a little bit over here because I think they make it fresh, but it's worth it. This chicken has a harder outside and moist inside and the sauce is really good. This bowl was a great deal rather than ordering a plate. There's a bunch of tables and chairs inside and it is very clean. Don't forget to try their honey, garlic fries. They are great too. read more

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