Whenever I'm in the area, I'll try and make a stop here. Their wings are my absolute favorite but their bowls are also really good! It's hard to find a seat at times cause it's so busy especially in the winter when no one wants to go outside. Service is always great read more

Go for the wings -- huge full wings, cooked perfectly with very good sauces -- and skip the bowls. 5 stars for the wings, 2 for the bowl. I am rounding up to 4. The bowl was mostly a giant disappointment. The veg was the only good part of it. Main flaws: - undercooked rice!!?!?!?! - the rice and meat were lukewarm at best - the beef wasn't very tender or flavorful Ambiance: Fast casual with some communal type tables. Service: Functional / counter service. read more

Oh. My. Gosh. This is the best fried chicken that ive ever had! The flavors are the perfect balance of savory, sweet and spicy. And the chicken is so tender that it literally falls off the bone. And the crisp-- you can literally hear the crunch each time you bite into the chicken. Im drooling just thinking about it! The vibe in the restaurant is mom/pop and very causal. Seating is first come first served, the music is great, and the staff is so kind and upbeat! I will certainly be back again and highly recommend! read more

Crisp - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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One of my top spots in Lakeview. So much flavor and great portion sizes. The ranch is amazing as well. Anytime I have people near the neighborhood I recommend it read more

Super happy I tried this place! The portion sizes were good and food was tasty. I got the boneless tenders in the flavors crisp bbq and the Seoul sassy. Both flavors were good, but the crisp bbq was not spicy at all. The tenders were super crispy the way I like them. The onion rings were overpriced in my opinion and had little flavor, but they were crispy! The crispy chicken bowl was flavorful. Service was really fast and the staff were so friendly. I will say seating is extremely limited and the space is tight, but we didn't have to wait too long for a table. read more

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Good Vibrations by Mark Wahlberg playing when you walk in the door gets you even more excited that you are about to eat some delicious wings. And I already was excited! Seating is very limited here, so don't be afraid to ask some strangers to sit at their table to enjoy your feast. Because of limited seating, I would suggest doing pick-up rather than dining in or you can strategize and have whoever you come with watch for seating as you are ordering because it's rare seating is available. Seoul Sassy Whole Wings are top dog, number one. You have to try them. This is the staple meal at this establishment. If you order the full wings, it's like ordering two wings in one because you get the flat and the leg attached to each other. The sauce will be all over your face while you eat, so I try to minimize any eye contact with my neighbors during this dining experience. It's a sight to be seen. The Seoul Sensation Steak Burrito didn't come with as much sauce as I would have dreamed of in my head. To make everything even more perfect Crisp is BYOB! If you don't want to drive all the way to Lakeview for some delicious Crisp wings, you can pick them up at their sister company, Budacki's Drive in at 4739 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60625. read more

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The most unique chicken wings you can get in the city. Be sure to not wear white when visiting here because you're going to get your hands messy (in a good way)! I ordered the 6 pieces wings and burrito- both were incredible but I'd recommend sticking with the wings. read more

Crisp - Burrito, Whole Jumbo Wings, Superfly Fries - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

OMG! I've been craving crispy fried Korean chicken for a while now so I decided to try the half chicken at Crisp and it was amazing. Perfectly crispy and sweet! Amazing with rice. The proportions are really good for how much you're paying for it. Super quick too, I ordered for pick up and it was ready in 15 mins during lunch time. 10/10 will have to come back read more

Crisp - Half chicken with sassy sauce - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Quick service, amazing Korean fried chicken. Perfectly fried and sauced. The fries are great as well read more

Crisp - Good gosh those wings and that wing sauce are delicious. - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

People are going to hate this take but this fried chicken was one of the best I've had in Chicago!! It's a small place but a good bang for your buck, especially in flavor. The portions are huge, the staff is wonderful - the friendliest people ever, and they have free sauces at the table. It's more of a cafe style restaurant with open seating at picnic-style tables and barstools by the window. Perfect for something a little more casual read more

Hands down best Korean chicken wings I've ever had. Actually just the best chicken wings in general I've ever had. Crisp a gem in Chicago. These large, succulent, delicious wings are amazing and we get them regularly whenever we visit Chicago. Service is fast and quick, and the prices are reasonable. The interior is welcoming and very casual. Definitely worth a visit! read more

I ordered the half chicken of the seoul sassy to go and they worked quickly. When I walked in, it was packed and it was hard to even tell where the line was but it was definitely worth it. The space is small but the staff was patient and friendly. I really liked it. The seoul sassy sauce was amazing. It was similar to a soy garlic and it was delicious. The chicken sat on top of the sauce which I appreciated as the chicken was still crispy when I brought it home. I will definitely be coming here again and it is probably going to be my go to! read more

Crisp - seoul sassy half chicken - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The food does not look like the food on the website. Looked like Tyson chicken tenders from the grocery store read more

Crisp - Chicken tenders with sassy Seoul glaze - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Amazing fried chicken! I looked over at my friends' plates and these are legit the biggest chicken drumsticks I've ever seen in my life! I got the Seoul Sassy boneless strips and they were amazing. My friends loved their drumsticks as well -- it came piping hot with super crispy skin. And they are HUGE. I also ordered the Seoul steak bowl which is okay, but I think they're far more known for their fried chicken (and rightly so). The rice and kimchi servings my friend got were also humongous. And the kimchi was so good, it made me realize I need more kimchi in my life. We ate the leftovers for multiple meals. Would def come back. read more

Crisp - Seoul Steak Bowl, Seoul sassy chicken strips - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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One of my favorites in Chicago, get the Sassy Whole Wings, these things are huge, if you're super hungry get the 5 but typically 3 will fill you up. Great Korean Chicken, also very affordable with good people working there. Cant wait to go back! read more

The BEST wings I've ever had. Stopped in last weekend and tried the jumbo whole wings in sassy and in barbecue with a side of fries. It's clear this small joint is cranking out food to tons of people, so be prepared to stalk down a table or get them to go as space inside is limited. Crisp came highly recommended by family that lives in the neighborhood and I'll be craving their unique, flavor explosion of sauces and perfectly juicy, crisp wings until I can return back to Chicago for more. The fries weren't an afterthought either, and with the table side sauces, made for a great accompaniment to the wings. read more

Crisp - Whole Jumbo Wings in Sassy (top) and Barbecue (bottom). - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

A friend recommended Crisp a while back when we first moved here but it took us a while to finally pay a visit. We were craving wings and from what I knew, this would be the place to visit. We ordered a set of the wings, half spicy buffalo and half Seoul Sassy. These wing were so juicy, crisp and saucy and some of the best Korean fried chicken I've had in a while. We also got a Seoul Sensation Steak Burrito which was just ok in my opinion. The meat was really well marinated but the rest of the burrito lacked a little. It could have been an off night or the wings could have just overshadowed it that much. I also ordered a side of the people's choice bon chon to up my veggie game and they were all delicious. It was so much food I didn't think I'd finish but I somehow did! Service was quick, friendly and helpful though the space for sitting inside is a little small. We can't wait to go back. read more

Crisp - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Service - the staff was super friendly. I got the chicken burrito but it did take a longer time to get. I waited more than 10 minutes which seemed long considering everyone got their food rly fast. The space is pretty tight so if u plan on eating in - i would go with a smaller party or get take out. The food itself was OK - the burrito wasn't anything crazy but it tasted fresh. I would get their fried chicken wings bc that's what their known for. I would try it again just to get the fried wings. read more

Crisp - Chi-Town Chicken Burrito - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Some of the best Korean fried chicken I have had in the United States, hands down. The whole bird is a phenomenal deal, you get it usually in ten minutes or so, and you will be very, very full. Split it with one or two other people. I've been here several times and they are very consistent. My only feedback would be to include a medium-level spice for the whole bird, since there's really only mild and flaming hot options. Probably one of my top 5 casual spots in Chicago. You need to go here if you enjoy fried chicken. read more

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My boyfriend and I were in town visiting friends for a long weekend. I've been to Chicago too many times to count but we always stay in Lakeview East - which is one my favorite neighborhoods in Chicago. My friend we were staying with in Lakeview East suggested we go to Crisp for some great Korean Fried Chicken. We have had some in Columbus but this didnt compare to Crisp. We took it to go and just ate it at his house but it was still great. Their service was speedy and quick. read more

If you're a fan of Korean fried chicken, this place is for you! We came here on a Saturday afternoon and it was packed. The place is small with limited seating which is first come first serve. We got the 5 piece wings with Seoul sassy sauce and the sandwich which had a chicken breast with Seoul sassy sauce as well. The sauce was coated very well and it was sweet and savory. It is basically a soy garlic sauce. The skin was very crispy. Although the sandwich was a bit dry, I would recommend getting the wings instead because it was very juicy compared to the chicken breast on the sandwich. The portions were big and I would recommend sharing. read more

Crisp - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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If you try any fried chicken spot in Chicago, you need to try this one! This is a regular or our restaurant cycle and never disappoints. My latest pick is the Hot Korean fried chicken fingers. These pack a punch but are super flavorful and juicy. Wings are also a good-to pick for us. I like the spicy BBQ but my wife, who is less inclined to get something hot, always goes for the sassy flavor. Do try it out! read more

Crisp - Inside Crisp - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

It's been 15 years since I reviewed this place and I only gave it 3 stars. That blows my mind because we go here now constantly and it's an easy 5 stars. We love it. Our typical order is mixed boneless wings (sassy and bbq), steak burrito, and fried mushrooms. A couple oddities and things to be aware of. If you're getting takeout, I'd just go ahead and get the pint of Allison's Atomic sauce because they don't give you hardly enough in your order and you're going to want a lot more. But it is like $12. Seems like an odd thing to need more of since it's such a critical part of the experience. It's like not getting any salsa at a taco place and needing to spend 12 just on that. Also it's an awkward place to do carry out too. There's often a single line and a single person taking orders. It doesn't feel like you're supposed to go up to the counter to get your order or anyone to even tell that you're there for a pickup. Sure wish they had some signage of a place to go for "pickup" instead of "order" And it's not a huge place for the business it gets. You could struggle to get a seat without needing to sit elbow to elbow with a stranger. We just get takeout. But gripes aside this place is amazing. I'm so proud of how great it is and the business it does. It's often packed. One of this families favorite joints. read more

Crisp - Bowls - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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My driest time trying crisp was via DoorDash. I had 5 whole wings and brown rice. They were plain but had absolutely no flavor at all and arrived a bit cold. The rice was also okay. In person, the wings were so much better. I chose bbq and a spicy sauce. They were huge, tasty and very filling. It's not a huge spot, so it did get busy in there between dining in and pick ups. Definitely one of the best wings I've had in Chicago. read more

Crisp - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Wow, that Sassy sauce is mm mm good! We got the whole bird to split for dinner between two people and had plenty of food with leftovers to spare. We split with sassy and bbq sauce and the sassy was so good, but the bbq (the regular, not even the xtra spicy) was way too spicy for me. read more

A lot of good and some not so good. The good: fried chicken iterations, buddha bowl veggies. The not so good: buddha bowl meats (dry chicken and insufficiently sauced beef), rando weird smells. Portions are generous, but with the not so good bits this can lead to being unpleasantly full instead of impressed with the good value. Nice staff. Efficient operation. Seating situation can be tight; plan on sharing a table. College students face stuffing vibe. read more

People say it's the best Korean Fried Chicken in Chicago, so I had to try for myself. I get the hype-- the value is fantastic (huge portions for a fair price), the sauces are sweet and savory, and the chicken is crispy. I ordered the Whole Chicken with half BBQ sauce and half Sassy Seoul sauce to share with 2 other people. It was more than enough food for the 3 of us for just ~$22. Overall, I was pleased with the chicken-- it was crispy and flavorful drenched in sauce, though the chicken breast pieces were quite dry and less pleasant to eat. The other pieces were more juicy / tender though, so I'll try probably order just drumsticks or wings in the future. Both BBQ and Sassy Seoul sauces were good, and I appreciated the ability to try both flavors. I personally preferred the Sassy Seoul more-- it's sweet and spicy. They also have bowls, burritos, and sandwiches that look really good, so I hope to try them in the future. You order at the counter and the staff brings the food out to you. The inside is pretty small and there isn't a ton of seating overall, so it can be tough to find a table especially if you're with a bigger group. The food comes out fast though, so it usually won't take too long to wait for a table to clear up. -- Price (relative to peers): 4.5/5 Food: 4.4/5 Ambience: 4.5/5 Service: 5/5 Overall Value: 4.5/5 read more

Crisp - Whole Jumbo Wings: 1/2 sassy, 1/2 bbq - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Walked away full ... but not satisfied. Chicken Burrito left a lot to be desired...it is not the same chicken/coating that they seem to use for their wings. The wings are Diamond (like my rank in league ). Come here for the wings, not anything else. They had an anime show on TV tho...very nice read more

Crisp - Chi-Town Chicken Burrito with League of Legends domination - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Nothing but the food matters here. Yes, it's just large tables with paper towel rolls on them, but like I said nothing but the food matters. What amazing fried chicken. Probably the best I've ever had. read more

Really delicious food and friendly service explain why this is a Lakeview staple. Though I prefer to take it to go, there's plenty of seating inside and the ambiance is chill. There are often locals hanging out. A great option for a reliably good meal. read more

We loved Crisp! It's very affordable for the large portions you're given, and it's well-located not too far from a L stop. My biggest complaint really is that there isn't a ton of seating inside, so you may have to wait if you have a group and want to eat in the restaurant. I felt like there was opportunity for patio tables on the street, but I also went in the middle of December so I understand why they might not want to put tables out there in the cold. The chicken is pretty tender and the sauce is great. I kind of wish there was an intermediate heat level; it seems like they only had mild or hot. read more

Crisp - Whole bird - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Reviewing only the chicken plain Jane and Seoul sassy. I'd call it decent Korean -inspired, but not authentic, chicken. Chicken isn't very tender and the crispiness is not that of authentic KFC. Seoul sassy sauce is tasty though. Plain Jane could use some salt/more seasoning. Service was good and there's a good number of seats in the small space including a few communal tables. read more

Crisp - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Crisp is one of those places you keep returning to for a satisfying (not super healthy) meal that never disappoints. It's Korean Fried chicken at large portions and affordable prices and the flavor is always spot on. We've recently started getting the whole chicken combo to get some variety but I know often ppl will get just the legs or the wings for maximum juiciness. You can choose two flavors and we normally do Seoul sassy and spicy bbq (caution the spicy is SPICY). It's fast casual style and limited seating so not great to sit with a huge group, but usually ppl move quickly so can find a spot for 4 ppl or less pretty easily. Highly recommend everyone try this who likes fried chicken! read more

Crisp - Whole chicken meal (half Seoul sassy, half spicy bbq) with onion rings and fries - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Absolutely incredible. I have only ever tried Crisp's wings, but that's honestly all you need to try because they are so so so good. I usually don't like wings because they're too messy and I have to use my hands and sauce gets on my face and etc., but I will always be down for Crisp. Every time I've come, I got wings. My favorite flavors are the Seoul Sassy (#1) and Crisp BBQ (#2). Both sauces pack a punch and dress the wings perfectly. The wings are always hot, juicy, and CRISPy. Another thing I love about their wings is their size. They are gigantic! I can usually only eat about 4 or 5 before feeling full. While the wings don't seem to be the more "traditional" double-fried KFC, it doesn't matter. They're just that good. The restaurant is pretty small and has limited seating, though I have never seen it too busy. It's located in a relatively awkward-to-get-to part of Chicago that is quite a walk from any train station and doesn't have much parking, so I would plan ahead if you don't live close by. Maybe I should venture onto other sections of their menu, but I probably won't. The wings have my heart. Food: 4.75/5 Price: 4.5/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Overall: 4.5/5 read more

Crisp - Seoul Sassy on the left, Crisp BBQ on the right - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This place rocks. Super small so lots of takeout here. We were able to get a table which was big since chicken doesn't travel well imo. Got the wings (Seoul sassy and bbq). Entire wing so it was messy but tasted pretty good. Nice crisp and amount of meat. BBQ flavor clears the sassy sauce. Also, we got the drumsticks. Much easier to eat than the wings and these were massive. Ended up eating two wings and two drumsticks before calling it a night. Ended up eating the Seoul steak bowl the next day. Insane amount of food (container shocked me when I initially lifted it). Bulgogi had a sweet marinade that gave lots of flavor. Rice soaked up the sauce and the green onions gave a little crunch. Finally, the atomic sauce was super tasty with a little bit of a kick. Ultimate value spot. Great food and lots of it. read more

Crisp - Seoul Steak Bowl - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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YUM!! Crisp is the perfect stop for Korean wings in Chicago. The wings are delicious and so filling! We ordered Spicy BBQ, Sassy, and BBQ and my favorite had to be the Sassy boneless super strips! Fair warning the Spicy BBQ definitely has a kick but is delicious! The interior of the restaurant is warm and location is perfect near Lincoln Park. Service was great, the guys working the front were chill and helpful and brought the food out quickly. 10/10! read more

Crisp - BBQ Jumbo Drumsticks Sassy & Spicy BBQ Boneless Super Strips Superfly Fries - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Fast. Delicious. Massive servings. My pickup order got cancelled at another restaurant on broadway so I decided to stop in. Despite being super crowded they were remarkably fast. I got the bad boy Buddha bowl (it's bi bim bap let's be honest) with crispy chicken. I was a little annoyed at first that the added chicken was $5 but then when I opening up the box after getting home I was like "OH okay that's why!" HUGE amount of chicken. The serving in general is massive, you can easily make it last two meals, three if you're skinny. the picture I added is just 1/2 of the total food. Definitely will come by again! read more

Crisp - Original Bad Boy Buddha with Crispy Chicken (only half of the serving) - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I'd argue this is one of the best chicken wing places in Chicago. You get sassy sauce names, massive wings, cool music and vibes - worth the price you pay. Did I mention that the wings are huge? Well, they are in case you didn't read it. I always get the sassy sauce for them. Be ready to get down and dirty with them. They are just so tasty. Sometimes they are nice and put an extra one. Also, they give you tons of fries. It well worth the price. You can bus your own table just to help them out. They also have water to fill up yourself. There are tons of napkins at the table which is nice because wings do get messy. read more

Girrrllll! I was told that they had some bomb chicken wings so we had to stop by. They definitely were not lying. All them wings were ate up expeditiously. And we got the bowl with bulgogi beef. Baby it was fire too. It's BYOB, so we brought our bottle of wine to enjoy with it. Definitely will be back. read more

Crisp - Chicken Whole Jumbo Wings - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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when i order the spicy bbq wings he says that has habanero, is that okay? i said yeah, that's fine, but what i should have said is ok?? ok?? that's why i'm here. these are the best wings in chicago, they are big and crunchy and spicy and the atomic sauce is different from anywhere else of course they are spicy they better be spicy read more