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    4.4 (554 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:30 pm
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    Victoria C.

    I typically don't dine in since I usually take my food home to enjoy, but today was a little different. I stopped by a bit later than usual and was surprised that there weren't too many people dining in. There were only three other groups, which honestly made the experience even better for me. There did seem to be a few pickup orders coming through, though, so you know they stay busy and everything is fresh. For the menu, you scan a QR code at the table to browse everything, and once you're ready, they come by to take your order. They actually had a few options that weren't available for takeout, so I guess there are some perks to dining in. We ended up ordering one of the dine-in combos: 12 wings + tteokbokki. For the wing flavors, we chose the lemon pepper and soy umami. The wings came out super crispy, hot, and heavily seasoned. You could really taste both flavors distinctly. The lemon pepper had a nice citrusy pepper kick, while the soy umami was extra saucy with a strong savory soy flavor. Honestly, it feels like the wings are absolutely coated in seasoning when you dine in. The tteokbokki was also delicious. The rice cakes were super chewy and bouncy, which paired really well with the wings. Dare I say, the tteokbokki sauce even worked well as a sauce for the wings too. Everything was way too much food though, so we definitely couldn't finish it all and ended up with quite a bit leftover. ,

    Austin D.

    The Garlic Soy and Sweet and Spicy wings were very good. The crispness was on point given it is a wet rub and chicken was juicy. Corn cheese had lots of cheese pulls. Sweet potato fries were the best I've ever had anywhere. Wow! Service was quick and attentive. Smaller restaurant looks like it would be fun to go with a small group at night for drinks/food. They also played really good music that wasn't overly loud.

    Stanley S.

    I came here on Christmas Eve. Another restaurant I wanted to go to was closed but this place was open. It's next to Holo's coffee which I go to all the time, but it looks closed almost every time I go there. I was surprised it was open, so I decided to give this restaurant a try. Reviews said fried chicken is a must-try so we got the lemon pepper! WOW it was good. So crispy and flavorful on the outside. The inside was moist and piping hot! Spicy french fries had a nice crispiness to it too. I'm guessing it's whatever oil they use to make these two things so good. We got a pork bowl that I thought was kind of mid--I'd skip it next time I come back. Might have just found my new neighborhood Korean fried chicken spot. They also offer free salad (it was just shredded lettuce and thousand island dressing) and pickled daikon. On top of that, I thought the service was great. I mean they are working on Xmas eve! I think it's family owned but I could be wrong.

    Parmesan fries
    Genie L.

    Location was easy to find, service was great, food was good. There was plenty of seating for a Monday evening. It was kinda warm inside. Fried chicken was crispy and flavorful. The umami flavor was delicious. Complimentary side salad paired well with all the dishes. Seafood pancake was good, but a bit greasy. Kimchee was ok, daikon was good. Parmesan fries were good. Definitely a good place for beer and Korean street foods while catching up with friends.

    Sweet Potato Fries
    Jiliza N.

    love their fries & chicken! will always come back for it. service is always so quick & everyone is so friendly! their cabbage side dish is so delish I always ask for more!

    Tokpoki
    Raven R.

    This place hits the spot for when I'm craving korean food! The staff is very nice and they do an excellent job at keeping the place clean. The music played is fun and upbeat. We started with corn cheese and tokpoki. For our mains we got the sweet and spicy and garlic yoghurt parmesan wings. They offer you a complimentary cabbage salad. Cabbage Salad- Fresh and crisp with a sweet and tangy dressing that awakens your taste buds. Corn Cheese- Such a lovely blend of sweet corn and gooey, creamy cheese. They have a good ratio of each ingredient and it was the perfect balance. Tokpoki- Rice cakes were nice and chewy. The sauce is flavorful with just the right amount of kick. Fish cakes, egg, and sausages make it hearty. Adding on cheese is so worth it! Sweet and Spicy Wings- Their chicken base is tender and juicy with an excellent crispy exterior. The sauce starts off with a tangy sweetness and you get a little kick of heat in the end. Garlic Yoghurt Parmesan Wings- Nice and creamy with a generous amount of cheese on top. The gatlic flavor is nice and strong. Great experience overall!

    Tessa H.

    Great food and service. The server (sorry I forgot her name) was very attentive and nice considering my nieces and nephew were a little rambunctious.

    Sliders (spicy) + 6 chicken wings (soy sauce)
    Gino K.

    Pretty good food Good service Bathroom smells bad Need to add more chacaters so ... The water was good Cabbage side was good Daikon was good

    Yan L.

    I never knew I could love Korean fried chicken until I met Bunker21!!! Not only do they have a variety of flavors, but their chicken wings are always the right amount of crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. My top three are the Garlic Parmesan Yogurt, Lemon Pepper, and Hot & Crispy wings. They offer a wide range of items on the menu - draft mango cart beer, fries, tteokbokki, and kimchi fried rice, which are all bomb too. Each chicken order usually comes with cabbage salad and radish. I noticed there's usually only 1-2 people working the dining area, but the food always comes out fast & hot. Everyone is nice and accommodating. There are mainly booths of 4 inside with some long tables in the middle to fit larger groups. Interior is like a pocha setting - super casual.

    Sok E.

    I came often to get chicken wings. My family loves the hottest and spicy chicken wings. Their chicken are crispy and delicious. This place service was pretty fast and the wait staff was really nice. This would be a nice place to bring a group of friends to eat. The food prices was reasonable for the quality. The chicken wings were hot and crispy. The wet flavors maintained their crispness even after a while. I recommend the reaper, it was my daughter's favorite. I would definitely come back again.

    Peter T.

    The food was really good here, probably the best Korean fried chicken I've ever had. It was crispy and the spicy flavor had kick but not too hot. That's the one everyone should order.

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    Danielle K.

    I loooooove korean fried chicken! You can really tell the quality of the chicken here. We went with friends since they highly recommended it and i loved it. I got the 3 piece tenders which are HUGE with a huge serving of fries. It comes with a bunch of sauces too but my favorite wad the umami soy and then the house one. My friends enjoyed the garlic yogurt sauce. We got the cheddar fries - came out so hot and good. The wings are delicious and big and my husband got the beef bap which i had a taste of and enjoyed it. Our server was extremely nice and answered all our questions and the food came out piping hot and pretty quickly. I want to bring my parents back soon! Theres enough parking and even tho its a bit on the smaller side its got cool decorations and tvs. The portions are huge but you do pay accordingly. Also youre paying for quality. Will be back! Nothing compares to this delicious chicken

    Arlene T.

    Our go to place for chicken wings. I've brought friends and family over the years and never got disappointed. Though the place is small, they have room to accommodate large group. Place is always clean. Servers are nice.

    Soy chicken wings

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    This place gives you an illegal amount of fries. That is all I have to say. 10 out of 10

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    So lucky to finally have found a good local friend chicken that actually spicy not your fake spice.

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    Always my go to casual place. Service is fast, food is great and reasonably priced. Can't go wrong with all the food there

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    Ask the Community - Bunker21

    What is the salad dressing made of?

    The salad dressing is mayonnaise-based with various seasonings added, and does not contain dairy or peanuts.

    Where do you get your chicken from?

    We get chicken from U.S.

    Is the batter made with rice or wheat flour? I can't have gluten but I love fried chicken!

    We have gluten-free wings in Naked and Garlic yogurt Parmesan flavors. Additionally, Retro Whole Chicken is an item with minimal gluten.

    Is there happy hour? If so how's the menu for happy hour and times?

    Happy Hour 2- 5 everyday

    I came at 12:21 PM on 4/28/18. I don't want to leave bad reviews, but why wasn't it open then?

    Sorry Kenny that we made you travel for nothing. It is my bad to open late. I was the only one who had the key and I sometimes had go to market in the morning and took more… 

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    There are so many Korean food choices around Cerritos and La Palma adjacent areas…read more Nearly all have a specific type of food preparation different from each other. This location has served cold noodle soup (mulnaengmyun) all the years we have come. The most recent owner is also female, and her kitchen and front end staff are all female. By far, this serves the best cold noodle soup and thin chewy buckwheat noodles. The hot summer days certainly bring in a crowd! The side dishes or banchan change frequently, my favorites are the tomato and apple, onion and parsley plus the house made kimchi. Occasionally they have the white or non spicy kimchi which is so delicious and refreshing. We often get the combo cold noodle with beef bulgogi (thin sliced marinated beef) or kalbi (LA style short rib sliced across and marinated then grilled). Love the bossam plate :boiled pork belly served with vegetables for wrapping. Also good is the marinated chicken & veggie wraps combo. The gamjeatang or pork spare rib spicy stew if full of tender pork and stewed vegetables, that I feel is a healthy alternative to the grilled meats. The boochoo neon (I hope I spelled that correctly) or chive pancake is done so well here: tender and crispy on the edges. Great for sharing as an appetizer. They also have a barley dish that is mostly vegetarian with spicy sauce. Very glad they are open daily and until 9 pm (last call is about 830). Many families and golf buddies or business partners frequent the place. Quiet, thankfully has A/C cranked to cold most year round, so you can enjoy your meal in comfort. The manager (Joy) and servers are unfailingly quiet and priced excellent service.

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