BF found this place online and we stopped by late Saturday morning after some early errands. HK Chicken is in HK Market, which has its own free parking lot, making me super happy before I even stepped into the building. Once here, go straight in and walk towards the back to find HK Chicken. We haven't had breakfast or lunch yet, so we ordered everything: a whole fried chicken ($20), 13 piece fried chicken wings ($17), roasted sweet potato ($7), and 3 Korean pancakes ($2 each). I forgot to carry enough cash with me, but luckily the very kind and patient Korean ajumma at the register takes venmo, so I paid for everything with venmo. Food would be ready in 15 minutes so I strolled around the supermarket in the meantime. Everything was still warm when I took it home to enjoy and man, was the food good! The fried chicken has a very delicious crisped skin and pretty lean meat. The wings were juicy and crispy. The sweet potatoes came in a tray of 5-7 pieces, depending on the size, and were sweet with some caramelization -- the best sweet potato we've had, even compared to the home source of Korea! The Korean pancake comes with red bean filing and was so crispy and not too sweet. You can see the Korean ajummas cooking the food with care and it shows with the taste of the food. Will be back for my Korean food cravings, despite the drive and distance! read more

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My brother heard about this place from Instagram, so we decided to try it out! It's located all the way at the back of the supermarket, and it's a very quaint but cute shop! The place is also cash-only. A sweet older lady took our order which was the fried whole chicken ($20) and 2 Korean fish-shaped red bean pancakes ($2 each). Total came out to exactly $24, so prices are reasonable! She told us our order would be ready in 20 minutes, so after waiting, we promptly got it. Our order also came with pickled radish and a spicy sauce. At first glance, the chicken looked amazing: perfectly golden and crispy. However, when we ate it, my brother and I thought it was okay. Flavor-wise, it is very simple, just salt, pepper, and maybe some garlic powder. Some parts of the chicken were perfectly salted while others were bland. Chicken was tender. It wasn't juicy, but not dry either. However, we both agreed the skin was the highlight. It was perfectly crispy with a good salty flavor. Pickled radish was good, but I thought the spicy sauce was just okay. I like sweeter sauces, and the spicy sauce was more on the salty side. As for red bean pancakes, they were warm and tasty! The outer edges had a nice crisp while the inside was more chewy. I liked that the batter wasn't doughy, and the red bean filling tasted homemade and was not too sweet. Overall, I do appreciate the affordable prices of this shop, but the food was just alright. I think this place was nice to try for the first time, but we wouldn't visit again. read more

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An institution. Unmatched. often imitated, never replicated. Korean fried chicken before Korean fried chicken was a thing. I don't know if there is a succession plan, but if there isn't, I'd be extremely sad when the end of this era comes around. Service is no nonsense and great. Often you'll find yourself with one more wing or red bean fish waffle than you asked for as a little bonus. Ambiance is timeless. Back of the grocery store, as it always has been. read more

Legendary. Perfectly hot, chewy, crispy and not too sweet homemade red bean paste filled pastry in the shape of a fish. Definitely worth the drive to find this amazing gem in the back of the supermarket! Seriously the BEST "fish bread" I've ever had! read more

HK Chicken - Seriously the best pastry "fish bread!" - Chicken Wings Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Fish waffles are chewy, and the red beans are not too sweet, definitely not my childhood type of waffle, but loved as is. Located in all the way back in HK Market, perfect for late breakfast or afternoon snacks. Definitely will come back to try their whole chicken or wings, comes with pickled radish! Bring cash to try this ck or waffle and roasted sweet potatoes. read more

It's such a nostalgic place. While other parts of Koreatown are changing at a fast pace, this spot feels very old school. I love it. Their wings are so crispy and well seasoned, and their boongohppang are made with really good red bean paste--they're not overly sugary. The ladies behind the counter are always so friendly and generous. It's cash only, which I usually despise, but for this place, I'm happy to make a pit stop at the bank. read more

The chicken is Fresh and piping hot, light and crispy. The sauce is traditional and spite, hot and spicy Korean. The daikon pickled radish is refreshing and traditional contrast of sweet and refreshing. read more

HK Chicken - Fresh and piping hot seven piece for $11 - Chicken Wings Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Tucked away inside HK Market, this little spot is another hole-in-the-wall hidden gem. It's a must-stop whenever we're in LA for the boong-uh-bbang (taiyaki). Hands down the best--especially when it's fresh and piping hot. The ladies who run the place are super sweet and hardworking. If the boong-uh-bbang isn't fresh, they'll often toss in a few extras. Even when it's been sitting out a bit, it still beats any other place. The batter and red bean filling taste homemade, with no artificial aftertaste. My kids also love the chicken wings, which come with hot sauce and pickled radish. Crispy, flavorful, and satisfying. Cash only. read more

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HK Chicken is located in the back of HK Market. It's CASH ONLY ! There are only 3 things on the menu: Fried Chicken (wings/whole chicken), fish shaped waffle with red-bean filling, and roasted sweet potatoes. Simple offerings made by a grandma owner. She is extremely nice and does chicken right! The fried chicken here reminds me of a Thai version of fried chicken made with Gogi-brand batter. If you know then you know. I personally love it because it reminds me of home cooking fried chicken from my aunt. Fried chicken order comes with pickled daikon radish and a spicy sweet sauce; it's yummy! My family loves the chicken from here. Prices are reasonable. read more

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Please be advised that it takes 20mins if you order a whole bird. Idk what it is but with the bird and sweet potato and radishes it works perfectly will. read more

Their fried chicken was so tasty. It was crispy, juicy, and done just right. It's made to order so it comes out hot and fresh. I love the radish and chili sauce they give. I don't think I can eat fried chicken without radish anymore! There was just one lady working and she was sweet. If you're looking for a quick takeout, this is your spot. Small hole in the wall inside the supermarket. read more

This is my favorite Korean fried chicken place. I been coming here for almost 30 years. Fried perfectly with great flavor. Love their radish and spicy dipping sauce. Willing to drive an hour to satisfy my craving. read more

This small eatery inside HK Market sells bungeoppang (Korean fish bread) with red bean filling, baked goguma (sweet potato), and chicken wings. I've only had the bungeoppang ($1.50 each) and goguma ($3 or $5 options). I've always had the bungeoppang made fresh so it's piping hot and still crunchy around the edges. It's really satisfying and delicious - reminds me of the ones we'd get in Korea during our winter visits. These are traditionally made unlike the ones that are made with tapioca flour (for ex. Somi Somi or the little taiyaki stand in little Tokyo) which make it more chewy. These are more of a bready/pancake-like texture and therefore softer. They only offer red bean as a filling and are super generous with the amounts inside. Goguma is also very tasty and good value for the price. The one I purchased was the $5 tray and it came with 4 large gogumas. FYI everything is cash only! Ladies are always super pleasant and friendly. Would highly recommend! read more

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Omgggg HOW have I not tried this place before?!?!!!! One rainy weekend, after binge-watching "Reply 1988" on Netflix and being enticed by the boonguhbbang (Korean taiyaki / fish-shaped pastry filled with red bean paste... boonguh = fish, bbang = bread) featured throughout the series, I succumbed and decided to get some rainy day treats for the family... And WOW, this might be the best boonguhbbang I've ever had. Forget the modern versions at overly expensive cafes and dessert places... THIS is the real deal made the traditional way! It even has my Korean parents' stamps of approval. So piping hot (I asked for a fresh batch and not the ready-made ones sitting under the heat lamp) that I almost burned my tongue downing one as soon as I got in the car and ripped my mask off! $10 for 7 boonguhbbangs, cash only. Can't wait to try the Korean fried chicken from here next, which I've heard is legendary as well. Support local! read more

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Their tastes haven't changed since at least 10 years!! The chicken and have a unique taste that will make you come again and again. (Only one type of chicken flavor) Their hot sauce is also good, which tastes like a special kind of sriracha variant. Service is always great; very friendly staff. Parking is no problem, since the booth is located within the HK market. Most important though: CASH ONLY read more

I have forgotten how good this chicken was until my husband bought some last night. The chicken is a different style and it is NOT sauced (garlic or spicy). It's plain doubled fried chicken but not bland at all!! It was really tasty, crispy, and golden fried. This is a mom and pops joint inside the market. It's pretty good and I'm really happy to support this local business! read more

Hands down, this place has the best Korean fried chicken wings in Koreatown. However, I'm so shocked and dismayed at the price inflation .. they raised prices 3x within this year as is and modified the quantity options as well. For big groups, it's made it a bit limited when purchasing the 70 vs. 80 piece considering the price difference and I'm saddened that the 100 piece offer is no longer available as well. With that said, something in this batter is so addictive and flavorful. The ajumas who work here are so hardworking and friendly. Their radish and chili sauce pair so perfectly with the chicken wings. I haven't tried the other menu items like their sweet potato or red bean taiyaki ( but if you read my review for anko, you know I'm biased here because I prefer custard ), but I'm willing to try. I also wanna try their whole chicken because it just HAS to be good based off their wings and how perfect they are fried and battered with flavor! You can order ahead by calling, this hidden gem is located at the back of the HK market ( so you know parking is also ample ) and I garentuee you'll be craving the fried chicken again, soon after ...for more ! read more

HK Chicken serves Korean fried chicken to-go, and it's delicious and hits the spot. I ordered 20 pieces of chicken for $20 to share with friends, and the chicken comes with 2 containers of radishes and 2 containers of hot sauce. Pros: -It's in the back of the HK market, so you can grab drinks and other food items while you're waiting -Even though I don't speak Korean, the ladies working there are so nice and helped me with everything -Do yourself a favor while waiting, grab a taiyaki from them. It's $1.25 and full of delicious goodness -You can order on the phone, and they'll have it ready when you come. If not, the wait is only ~10 minutes. Cons: -If you're looking marinated Korean fried chicken, this is probably not the place for you. -Cash only read more

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Awesome chicken wings & delicious red bean korean pan cake. I have been regular customers for many year's and always taste great! read more

HK Chicken - Updated menu Nov 2022 - Chicken Wings Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Best korean fried chicken!!! The chicken here is OG and i personally like my chicken wings naked like this place.

Whenever I go to HK market, I stop by here to get some 붕어빵 . It's located all the way inside the market but it is one of my go to whenever I need to grab few things from HK market! Also, the cashier is always so sweet! read more

Feast your eyes on this crispy, golden perfection $17 fried chicken! The whole fried chicken is from HK Market in Koreatown. Keep walking past the soju and instant noodles and you'll see HK Chicken where you'll place your order and wait 20 minutes until the chicken is done. The service is straightforward and good. The woman behind the counter is very efficient. They sell Korean pancakes, sweet potatoes, fried chicken wings, and a whole chicken! I had to order one to try. It's perfectly crispy on the outside and so tender the meat fell off the bone. So juicy on the inside. It's fresh and hot, making it a great option for a quick and satisfying meal. It comes with hot sauce and pickled radish that's crunchy, sweet and tangy. The Korean pancakes shaped like carp are called "Bungeoppang." It's a popular street food in Korea and these have a sweet filling, red bean paste. The location is in a supermarket so there are moments of busyness as shoppers are rushing. read more

I love this little spot so much. I've been stopping by here ever since I was a kid and it's still such a joy to see that it's stayed strong! Even when the taiyaki has been sitting for a bit and aren't as fresh, they're still good! Of course, you're in luck if she's just pulling some off the hot press. They're the best fresh off the grill. The lady always gives me and my family and extra or two on the house! Always such a joy to go and pick up container full! read more

This place is my favorite. I always try to visit it when I'm in Koreatown. Best fish bread and chicken ever! So crispy, my mouth waters whenever I think about it. Plus the lady is the sweetest. It's cash only and I didn't have enough money to get all I wanted. I must have looked disappointed because she offered me the extra fish bread and told me to come back and pay next time!?!? The red bean in their fish bread is the best. It's buttery, sweet and salty all at the same time. And their chicken doesn't have any additional sauce but it's sososo tasty and crispy to the max! read more

I WILL NVR STOP SUPPORTING HK CHICKEN!! The ahjumma always gives busy friendly auntie and the boonguhbang always hits. I don't even need to talk about the chicken and RADISH. It speaks for itself. My fams been getting hj chicken since I was a child. A very lovely sentimental DELICIOUS joint read more

Favorite OG Korean fried chicken place. They also have 붕어빵 which is the fish shaped red bean pastry. They have catering size so that you can order enough to take to parties or for a family night. Must try if you've never had it before! read more

I come here for their red bean filling fish pastries ($1.50 each). Wish they have a custard filling option though as red bean tend to be too sweet for me. Recently try their fried chicken ($1/piece) and it's just ok. The ladies are super nice! read more

Best fried chicken in Koreatown hands down. They've perfected their method and don't try to jazz it up with special sauces and techniques. Whatever they do, it works. This place is located inside the HK Market, all the way in the back. It usually takes about 10-15 minutes for them to fry the chicken, so you can either call ahead of time or you can just do some grocery shopping while you're waiting for your chicken. I always get the chicken wings, not the whole chicken. Normally, it's pretty much $1 per piece, which is a little pricey, but these pieces are pretty big! If you order in bulk, you'll get a cheaper price. What I love even more about this place is their dipping sauce. It's so good and goes perfectly well with the crispy fried chicken. They also give you pickled radish, also very good. All this is included in the price, so if you ask for more, they'll give you extra for free! They also serve boonguh bbang, which is the fish shaped bread with red bean, and baked sweet potatoes. I haven't tried either but I've heard great things about them too. PSA: it's cash only. There's an ATM inside the market, but if you don't want to pay that service fee, make sure to bring cash! read more

The distinctive flavor of the chicken will take you back to Korean Shijang (community flea market in South Korea). A must try, you'll fall in love with the atomic of chicken and batter. Their gold fish bread is also delicious and OH of Ktown. read more

5 stars for service and the radish that comes with the chicken 4 stars for the chicken pieces 1 star for the whole chicken - extremely dry and tough to chew. I don't use this word lightly, horrible. read more

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This will be a short review.... Place is located inside HK Market, towards the back of the market. We came here after dinner to walk around and pick up some fruit. Then I noticed this tiny little place in the back of the market. It was so fun watching the Korean lady make the red bean sweet breads shaped as a fish. I used to eat these as a kid, never knew where my parents got them. They also have fried chicken, they are similar to Chinese fried chicken. They do not prepare till you have ordered and paid. Menu is pretty simple, they only have 4 items and the place is packed. Stop by if you're in the neighborhood. read more

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I am living at home in which the rain dropping bucketful from the ceiling as people and the nature are happy, quench their thirsty, ready to bloom their lives in the Spring times, flees jumping and playing on my bedspread instead of my 16-year-old dog that might be playing and jumping with me, sleeping all the times, having the dirt the corner of his eyes, smelling like rotten fish. I am scratching and lying down on a bed, chewing some dry squid legs, watching the USC football games on tv which is inherited from my grand father, and eventually the screen popping when i beating it so hard several times, cursing it with all my energy not my miserable life. Watching tv is my only hope and killing my time, dreaming the person who someday become a second Mark Zuckerberg like Dexter Mayhew from ' One Day'(David Nicholls) told by his girl friend, Em, that "change the world". And my neighborhoods fighting all the time like "everyone will be salted with fire", the police car wailing somewhere else at night as if i living in the scary movie that dealing with the injustice. Tomorrow is the August 15 in Chinese Calendar, the Harvest Moon Festival, which is celebrated the harvest with the family, sharing the nicest food of the year and playing some games, visiting the ancestors graves, and wishing another fortune toward the full moon. But i can not go participating their celebrations, telling them my office is really busy to wrap up some important documents. But this is all lie because i'd lost my job Before Christ. i am starving to death and i put on my ragged Addidos reluctantly which i don't remember when i bought and used sometimes cleaning my dog's face, going out to the market to get some instant food that easily can be handled with the boiling water. i passing by some food stands and my eyes brighten up seeing some fishlike snack behind the grass wall. The owner, whom busy making in front of the gas top to replicate same fishlike snacks, friendly gives me plenty of fishlike cakes as pay $5.00 because today is the special. I am eating them with breathless and my nose running instead of my eyes. The owner gave me some tissues which usually used as an individual wrapping to deal with my runny nose and giving hope everything will be ok. My special day is happily spent because i have 6 fishlike cakes which can be fed 3x5,000 people if I were living in the Jesus Christ era. read more

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Been coming to this place over for years, I can't believe I didn't write a review for them. The ladies and the owner are friendly and work hard. Try the chicken it's a must! They also have sweet yams and sweet flavored bread that's shaped like a fish. Tried them all, so good! I always get the catering tray full of chicken....it comes with seasoned radishes and spicy sauces. Ordered again for Christmas party. FYI - It's located inside in the back of the HK market. read more

The hidden gem for fried chicken wings! Very meaty chicken wings...don't leave the market without trying them.

This is the only spot for wings. Always crispy. Consistently good. Always the same no matter what. Pleasant counter service all the time. Consistently pumping out quality wings. Korean style wings, not Buffalo, sports bar style. Not dripping in sauce. read more

Another comfort food/ gem of ktown. One of my all time favorites. Their boong uh pang (taiyakis) are whatever but their chicken is amazing. Owned and ran by grandmas who really know how to fry some chicken. Cash only btw. read more

Grew up eating the chicken here and still tastes bomb. Remember it's cash only and recommend ordering over the phone before picking up.

Found this new place. My kids love the chicken so much. They ask for it every week. Price is very good compared to other korean fried chicken places. read more

I am a big fan of Korean double fried chicken and I know what I am talking about when it comes to Fried Chicken/Yang Nyum Chicken. You must try this place as they are better than Korean Franchises (e.g. Kyochon, BBQ, Bonchon). The chicken was juiciest, crispiest, with perfect seasoning. I think it's because they use the freshest chicken and also they are FRIED TO ORDER. I go to HK mart, just for their friend chicken wings and BoongUh PPang. Try this joint and you won't regret =) read more

Located inside the hk super market. Love their food (baked goods and fried chicken). Been coming here approximately 20 years & will keep coming/going. read more