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    Pelicana Chicken

    3.8 (411 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Ryan E.

    Went back here tonight... Service was excellent. Great place to watch the world cup on Sunday night. Wings were good... sauce was meh. .

    Ellen Z.

    We are regular diners at Pelicana in Cali and unfortunately this location totally missed the mark. Service was unacceptable and ruined our meal. We were seated quickly but it went downhill from there. We ordered from the kiosk and the food came out fine, but I asked for 3 cups of ice and we were brought only one. Then I had to chase someone down to order steamed rice and she said they ran out and it would take an hour to make. It was her facial expression and tone that bothered me the most, as if I was inconveniencing her. I then asked if we could get extra radishes and she kind of just rolled her eyes. Although the KFC was tasty, I lost my appetite and just wanted to get out of there.

    Johanna C.

    Had dinner here last night & the highlight or our feast is their shaken french fries!!!! Their cheese flavored chix is a little bit subtle, then the garlic one is just okay. We also ordered their gizzard which is flavorful. Service is quick & there is enough space for everyone.

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    Louise F.

    A great fried chicken too but this time we came here for the lunch special (which might not exist anymore at the time of writing this review?). Super good deal. - whole meal for $10 and there's a couple good options too. I got a chicken teriyaki which isn't exactly traditional but look how much they gave me. We also got a cheese ball just because it's so good.

    Original Original Fried Wings with hot spicy Sauce

    Had the original wings with hot spicy sauce. Wings were nice and big, and hot spicy sauce was really good. Had a bit of sweetness with a good kick. I took these wings to go so i think the outside became a little soggy, i definitely need to try again in house

    Ban ban chicken

    This was an incredibly disappointing experience. The chicken was burnt to the point where I had to peel off the outside just to eat the meat inside. It tasted bitter and ruined the meal. I drove almost an hour specifically to come here, so it is deeply frustrating to receive such poor quality food. I wouldn't even give it one star if I had the option. Worst experience ever.

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    ThuyVy N.

    great spot for drinks and Korean fried chicken In Capitol Hill, usually not too hard to get a table as it's a big spot. They added tablets to all the table for ordering, my only complaint was it was that the menu on the tablets weren't so fulfilled I wish it had more pictures or descriptions -- the cocktails we ordered only had their name but no pictures or descriptions or ingredients of the drinks so it was hard to pick.

    Original Fried Chicken (Plain), Smoky Hot Sauce
    Chloe L.

    The chicken is on the drier side, especially the breast pieces. The fry of the juicier pieces was very nice though. Smoky hot flavor was creamy and interesting too, never had anything like it. The original is fried without breading, worked well with the radish. We also noticed the server was eating behind the curtain, didn't feel very sanitary.

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    Rebecca Q.

    One of my favorite Korean fried chicken spots ever! The breading is so perfectly crispy and light and the meat is so juicy it falls off the bone. Fries were also great, and cheese balls were enjoyable but mochi texture. Loud bar vibes on a Saturday night.

    Charlie T.

    Cool place to get some Korean fried chicken and drinks. The place is located in a popular area of town with lots of foot traffic. We ordered the garlic and regular chicken to share as well as some drinks. They have an electronic pad that you can order food from as well as call your server to get you anything else you may need. The service is pretty prompt.

    Carolynn T.

    When I think of Korean fried chicken or fried chicken in general, I think of good quality, crispy chicken. Unfortunately, my visit here left a lot to be desired, which is such a bummer, especially when Wingstop is going to be opening up the street pretty soon and Dave's Hot Chicken is also nearby - Pelicana better step up it's game if it plans to stay relevant with these other chicken spots so close! I like that you can order your items on the kiosk at your table, and can continue to add items throughout your meal - you can also ask for water refills and the check when you're done. It does take half the work out of the waitstaff since they're only delivering items to you without ever checking on how things are going. We ordered the cheese balls, a ban/ban (half and half) chicken, which is served half original and half sauced (we chose hot spicy). We also got an order of radish. The cheese balls were warm, gooey with a lightly crisp outside, and served with honey mustard?? I thought the honey mustard was a weird pairing so I ate the cheese balls as they were, which were good. The chicken was served with a fairly large space between the two servings - I assume because they didn't want the saucy pieces to touch the plain pieces, but it did make for an odd appearance. The sauce was surprisingly, actually spicy, which seems silly to say but I have a pretty high spice tolerance and have never been to a Korean fried chicken spot that had actually spicy chicken. I hate to admit it but it was a little unpleasant. I think what added to the unpleasantness was the fact that the chicken itself was very dry and seemed like it was cooked hours before. It definitely gave off twice-reheated leftovers vibes and a lot of the pieces had more bone than meat, so I think we ended up leaving a bigger pile than what actually made it into our stomachs. Overall, not great. But I would be willing to give it another try, maybe during a busier time when I know food *should* be fairly freshly made.

    Half and half - Original and Original with Sauce
    Joe H.

    I have not dined here but my friends have brought it over to my place two different times now. Also, please note that I have had Pelicana since 1989. They are one of the OG Korean Fried Chicken chains. I remember when TV commercials would come on and I asked my mom to order one for me for delivery. It cost around 4 dollars back then for the whole chicken. Good old days. I am a huge fan of Korean Fried Chicken that tastes like Pelicana. Why? Because they are THE OG. This is the golden standard of Korean Fried Chicken. No, they are not supposed to be extra super crispy. No, they are not supposed to be spicier. No, they are not supposed to be sweeter. This is how it should taste and Pelicana somehow preserved the sauce over 30+ years. Very close to my memories from childhood. With that said, I will note that the chicken did feel a bit dry today, compared to 2 or 3 years ago. No real complaints though. Definitely recommended. I do need to make it out there to enjoy the dining experience as well. Looks like they open until 2am!

    So-maek tower, Crispy Fried Boneless Chicken, half original half soy garlic, and french fries
    Jennifer K.

    Got the chicken gangjeong via doordash and she was crispy, perfectly sweet and salty but im pretty sure she hates rice cakes which is part of her. I will always come back to pelicana for a good korean fried chicken fix but literally having one and a half piece of a rice cake about the size of my fingernail was definitely a lowlight of my experience.

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    Is their Korean fried chicken made traditionally and gluten free, or do they use regular flour?

    Is there an opportunity to sit outside?

    No outside sitting.

    Do they have alcohol?

    beer for sure, i think maybe a small liq cabinet too

    Do they have gender neutral restrooms?

    No they don't

    Do they take reservations?

    Don't believe so. I went on a Friday night and there was no wait

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    4.4
    (432 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    Paju serves unique, delicious, high-quality Korean food with small but significant ingredient…read moreadditions/changes that I haven't encountered anywhere else, and I'm hooked. The menu and experience differ between lunch and dinner, and this is my lunch review. Simply put, lunch is much more casual and affordable than dinner (You order lunch scanning the QR code at the table). If you're on a budget, you can eat lunch here for less than $20. I went here for lunch twice during my business trip last month and here's what I ordered: - Seafood Tofu Soup - $17.50 - A seafood soondoobu (순두부) with a generous helping of soft tofu, shrimp, mussels and clam, served with rice. Delicious, refreshing and not spicy-I bet they could make it spicy if you asked. I enjoyed the texture from the cabbage bits. - Seolleongtang (설렁탕) - $15.50 - Oxtail bone broth served with potato starch noodles and brisket, comes with salt and green onion already added(typically doesn't at other Korean restaurants). High-quality ingredients and flavor, a great comfort food with a generous serving of brisket. - Shaved ice dessert (빙수) - $9.00 - A great combination of cinnamon, ginger cream and fried rice puffs. Delicious and different than other Korean shaved ice desserts I've had that typically have red bean and overly sweet ingredients. If you're on the fence about coming here, maybe try out lunch first. Lunch is more casual, affordable and simpler than dinner, but is delicious and high-quality. You should come here for dinner too, and I'll post about my dinners here soon.

    Dinner from late 2025 Paju in South Lake Union is slick…read more That is the first word that comes to mind thinking back to this meal. There is elevated, and then there is Paju-elevated. I dislike the more common 'elevated' where a restaurant makes changes such as swapping meat cuts from traditional recipes to something wagyu without any added thought or creativity in the process. Not at Paju. They are Koreans elevating Korean dishes. The dishes are refined and well-honed. Their creativity shows they know what they are doing. Plating is thoughtful. The restaurant itself is modernly elegant, great for date nights. Note the restaurant is quiet and elegant; perhaps they have a private room for loud celebrations. Staff was helpful with my questions. Food was available in a timely manner. The Food: Octopus, $27 - 5 Stars Served with smoked trout roe and dashima beurrie blanc sauce, this dish is visually attractive and absolutely delicious! One of our top dishes of the night. Paju Fried Rice, $27 - 4 Stars Cooked with kimchi, bacon, squid ink, and quail egg, this dish is one of their most popular dishes. I find squid ink to have a subtle earthy type of sea-umami flavor. The bacon and kimchi are a touch stronger in this combination. It's a good dish, but amongst our five dishes, this one ranked the lowest. Mushrooms, $23 - 5 Stars Served with parmesan cheese shaved so thin it's translucent, white kimchi, and truffle aioli, this dish is the bomb! Excellent for the mushroom lovers, it might convert mushroom haters, too. Lol. Another top dish of the night. Branzino Gui, $51 - 4 Stars Served with four banchan, this dish stands out for its execution - impeccably grilled and plated. The fish is very tender and perfectly cooked. I do think it is a bit plain for the price. Branzino is fairly common in different parts of the world. Ranked 4th for the night. Duck - 5 Stars Duck breast is served with a slice of duck and pistachio pastry plus four banchan. The duck is super tender. The pastry is clever utilizing other bits of duck meat. The simple sauce is very important, adding flavor to the pastry. Also delicious.

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    Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup

    4.3
    (492 reviews)
    8.9 mi
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    These folks probably need another great review like Elon Musk needs an increase in his allowance,…read morebut fairness demands that I not keep silent regarding my enjoyment of this restaurant: THE ROSES: Ample dedicated parking. The staff is gracious, prompt, professional, and - I hope no one objects when I say this - rather attractive. Generous portions and reasonable prices for what you're getting. The food is nothing sort of legendary - bold flavors and dishes have the perfect balance of sweet, heat, savory, and umami. THE THORNS: None significant enough to mention. NEITHER ROSE NOR THORN: It is important to note that this place is insanely popular with the area's Korean community. The restaurant is quite busy Thursday thru Sunday, and significant waits for a table are likely. Monday thru Wednesday is your best time for going and getting a table without a wait. The price of some dishes, like their signature offering, Kalbijjim, might give you a pause ($80+). It is important to keep in mind this is made to order, and one serving can easily serve four regular appetites. If you're just a couple, you're definitely going to be taking this home with you. This is not a bad thing, as Kalbijjim is one of those dishes that is even better the next day and doesn't suffer from reheating. THE VERDICT: Daeho Kalbijjim is extremely popular, and it's not hard to see why. The execute authentic Korean cuisine pretty much flawlessly with efficient and charming service. What else to you want in a restaurant? Highly recommend. Just try not to go on the busy days.

    I wanted to give this place a second chance because I know a lot of people really enjoy it, but…read moreunfortunately my experiences were underwhelming. As i always say go try it for yourself. The first time I visited, the quality of the meat cuts didn't impress me, and the soups lacked depth of flavor. I'm not talking about needing more salt--the broth itself just tasted flat. When you're paying close to $30 for a bowl of soup, I think it's reasonable to expect a higher level of quality and care to ingredients. The second visit was a mixed experience. To be fair, I was in the wrong. There is a clearly posted policy stating that your entire party must be present before being seated. My group was about seven minutes away, and since I had already checked in on Yelp and there were only two parties ahead of me with no one physically waiting, I asked if I could be seated and order while I waited. I had already been standing inside for about 10 minutes. I was told that although tables were available, seating me ahead of the other parties on the waitlist would be unfair. I understood the reasoning, but she had also asked prior for my order. Her explanation left me confused so i sheepishly said I understood the policy. She already seemed upset by the time i had gotten there. Sometimes we have off days i get that. This place is clearly hit or miss, I've got friends who absolutely swear by it. For me, though, it wasn't anything special and didn't justify the price. If you're looking for Korean food in the area, I've had better experiences with higher-quality dishes elsewhere, especially in Lynnwood.

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    Lil Pocha

    4.3
    (20 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    Visited here very hungry after bouldering for a couple hours. They keep it nice and warm in here…read morewhich I loved (I noticed a lot of Seattle restaurants don't turn on heating :')). It is set up like a cute korean style bar with small round tables which make sharing easier. They have a pretty good selection on their menu and we ordered a couple of items to share. The Rose Ttoekbokki with cheese was very yummy, but it kinda tasted like pasta with rice cakes instead of spaghetti. I think that is the point of this dish, so if you want a more traditional spicy flavor then get the other ttoekbokki option (spicy rice cakes). We still loved this one and the rice cakes were so chewy and delicious. The cheese corn was very yummy and exactly what you would expect. It pairs perfectly with the other dishes. My friends also shared the Seafood ramen and Beef bulgogi. They liked both dishes. One of our favorite things were the side dishes actually! The tofu was so yummy, and the bean sprouts were so crunchy and well seasoned. We even asked for extra! The only aspect that makes it difficult to come more often is the price point. Since the dishes are so big and shareable, it is easy to split amongst a group, but it is a little less affordable to come here for dinner and drinks.

    A cozy little Korean bar! There aren't that many tables, but I enjoyed this vibe. Service was quite…read morefast on Saturday evening. We ordered: -Fish cake soup: pretty good, the soup had a good depth in flavor and I liked the variety in fish cake. Perfect for a rainy day. -Tteokbokki: was a bit spicy and the rice cake was chewy and cooked well. I've had better sauce though. -kimchi pancake: wasn't our favorite. Was a bit too thick and had too much batter - I like these to be more crispy and thin. Overall, a fun place for a casual Korean bar food.

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    4.8
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    14.3 mi
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    Finished the Boeing factory tour and was looking for a good spot on the way back toward the…read moreairport. Came across this place with strong reviews, and the name itself includes seollongtang, which is always a good sign that soup is taken seriously here. The restaurant is much more polished and refined than I expected. We ordered the combination and the cartilage and tendon one. I am always here for tendon, so that was an easy decision. My husband went with white wheat noodles and I chose the clear sweet potato noodles. It also came with rice, which was an unexpected but welcome addition. The banchan of kimchi radish and kimchi Napa cabbage were both excellent and refilled quickly without needing to ask twice. The soup is rich, creamy, and deeply comforting, the kind you immediately wish you had closer to home. Only wish is that they had a combination that included tendon, because that would be perfect. Definitely a spot I would come back to when we are in the area.

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    4.0
    (388 reviews)
    8.6 mi
    $$

    Under new ownership. This place was very welcoming and the staff informed us of the new ownership…read moreand menu items upon seating us. The service was great and the waiter explained many of the new dishes to us herself. The food came out very fast after ordering and though there were several other tables full of groups, they also got their food out quick as well. The noise level is moderate, but the high walls on the booths and the partitions between the larger seating area and the table and booth section helps to buffer the noise pollution between the areas. The La kalbi was very flavorful and cooked to perfection. The dish came with a side bowl of rice and assorted bon chon. You could share this dish between a group of 2-3 or individually order it and be fulfilled.

    Hae-Nam Kalbi recently had a grand opening, which has been since April 2026. I heard there are new…read moreowners and wanted to check it out. I have dined here before so the interiors isn't too different just small changes. Let's jump to the food- I ordered the galbitang and it came with 10 different banchan. Which is a nice surprise since some restaurants aren't as generous in the banchan. The galbitang was so flavorful for a "clear" soup and the meat was tender. It also included a good portion of meat. I've tried galbitang at other places, but there was an umami that many didn't have. All the banchan were flavorful too, I thought the kimchi had a good balance as sometimes it can be a bit on the saltier side. Service was great too, the sever was friendly and checked often. When I went, it was just me then a couple arrived. There was a delay with their order so she provided some mandu on the house while their order was being prepared. Once they received their order, I heard the couple tell the sever that everything was very good multiple times- their food did look good! I recommend checking this place out especially with the new ownership. Menu looks similar from previous owners, but will for sure go back and try something else!

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