If you're craving tasty Korean fried chicken, Soul Chicken in Kalihi is the spot to hit up. Just a heads-up it's right smack dab in the middle of the Dillingham rail construction chaos, so getting there might feel like an adventure. And to make things even trickier, there are no left turns on Dillingham, so plan your route accordingly. But once you do make it there, you'll find it tucked inside Bliss Lounge & Bar, which is actually a plus. What pairs better with crispy, fried chicken than an ice-cold beer or cocktail? Plus, the space is cozy and great for hanging out with friends. Since it's inside Bliss lounge and bar, there's no table service, so you'll need to scan a QR code to order or better yet, save yourself the hassle and order ahead here: https://www.clover.com/online-ordering/soul-chicken-honolulu I've always been quoted 20 minutes for orders, but in my experiences, it's always ready sooner. If you're grabbing takeout, ordering ahead online is the way to go so you're not stuck waiting. And this chicken? Crispy, light, not greasy, and not weighed down by batter, exactly how it should be. My go to flavors are Honey Garlic and Yang Nyeom (spicy) and if you're taking it home, I highly recommend getting the sauce on the side to avoid any soggy disappointments. My only complaint are that some of these chickens look like they barely made it past chickhood because a few of the pieces are really small. I'm talking bite sized in a way that makes you wonder if they ran out of full-grown birds. But hey, what they lack in size, they definitely make up for in flavor. If you can navigate the construction mess (and the no-left-turn nightmare on Dillingham), Soul Chicken is a solid spot for some seriously good Korean fried chicken just maybe don't expect every wing to be a heavyweight or order more half dozens. read more

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My favorite K chicken hands down. I like the K town location because it's fun and there's beer. However, went yesterday to get my Hell's Gate fix and it just wasn't spicy. No where near the level it's been. Please don't change the recipe :( read more

Consistent hot fresh yummy sandwiches and wings! Mild , Regular and Spicy options. I got mild and shared with a toddler. Fries are crispy light and airy. They remind me of like truffle fries. The sandwiches have cabbage slaw and the chicken is sauced. I loved it! Order ahead if you can. They make orders fresh. Worth the wait! The bar Soul Chicken is in is a little lame but the chicken makes up for it if you want to eat in the establishment. Diet option is Diet Coke. read more

Soul Chicken - Mild Korean chicken sandwich! - Chicken Wings Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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The chicken and sandwich itself was pretty good, not my favorite though. I think the quality of the chicken was good I just wish it were crispier/more cooked. I do apprecite how it stayed hot even after abt 30 mins . Service time is average, not super long wait, but it isn't that quick either. The fries are good, crispy, thick, and good amount of saltiness. read more

I gotta say this... SOUL Chicken is THAT spot!!! After living in Korea for years, I can honestly say this is hands down the most authentic Korean fried chicken I've had in forever. The food is next level crispy, flavorful, just perfection. On top of that, the owner is amazing you can tell he really cares about making sure every single customer is happy. That kind of energy is rare these days. The vibe inside? Completely unexpected. From the outside, you might not think much, but once you step in... mind blown. The ambiance is dope and makes you feel like you found a hidden gem. I can't wait to go back... honestly, I might pull up again tonight after writing this because it's just THAT good. If you love Korean fried chicken, trust me you don't want to miss this spot. read more

Soul Chicken - Chicken Wings Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

6/21/25 Experience could have been better Besides we were the only ones there at 5:00pm 2 stars Cook forgot our mandoo; part of 6 wing combo Had to ask for it Another 2 stars for new bartendress who verbally quoted the price of the meal when asked for tab Said she couldn't print out a receipt when I requested one but she finally figured register out No manager or owner on site 4 stars, sole saving grace, for Chicken Wings though! Came out Hot, Juicy n Tasty! read more

Soul Chicken - 6/21/25 Garlic Honey; ate a piece - Chicken Wings Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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In the old Cleopatra's! What memories...LOL. It's brighter inside now and doesn't look like a buy me drinky bar anymore. Order and pay for your chicken from an efficient self-ordering kiosk... very easy. Eat in, at the full bar. I had an ice cold beer! Talk story with the workers! Chicken was delicious! Hot and tasty! Free mu (pickled little daikon squares). We will definitely be back. Forgot to take pics...too hungry! Next time! read more

I'm gay but when I tell u this chicken i would throw some ass for lol. It's probably my favorite chicken spot beating out chicken and briskets yum chicken. The owner was incredibly friendly and professional ! If you're free March 15th a Saturday he will be djing too! read more

Soul Chicken - 7pc Shoyu Boneless with Wasabi sauce mix on the side. - Chicken Wings Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

1989 the number, another summer! (Get down!) Sound of the funky drummer! Music hitting your heart 'cause I know you got SOUL!!! (Brothers and sisters, HEY!) Listen if you're missing y'all Swingin' while I'm singin'... About this little Korean Fried Chicken (KFC) place that's got me singin' that old school Public Enemy jam! Located at the end of a little old strip mall, which might be hard to get to, primarily because of road construction next to it. Keep in mind that parking can be a pain it it's busy. And I really hate to say this, but the road construction is just a complete turn-off. But once you get here and try their wings, you'll completely forget about all that. Let's get straight to the KFC of things and explain why I've got SOUL!!! 20pc Chicken Wing Family Combo ($38.95), which includes 2 flavors, 2 sides, and 2 drinks. We tried the Honey and Spicy Yang Nyeom, and maaaaan talk about Soul For Real! The honey flavor was a perfect crisp and sweetness, a perfect tenderness, a perfect everything! I feel they use olive oil to deep fry them, but don't quote me on that. Even the Yang Nyeom spiciness was fairly manageable and simply flawless. Next time, I'm gonna go for Hell's Gate to challenge myself and some naked wings to go along with it. As for staff and service, the two ladies that helped us were cordial and pleasant. We mainly dealt with Cheryl, who seemed to be running the place. She gave us sauce samples, made recommendations, took our order, and showed us where to refill our water glasses at the bar. The bar and dining area is part of Bliss Lounge, a karaoke bar that shares the stage while you chill here with a beer, wings, and a song. Someday, I'll share a rap y'all! But for now, if you haven't tried these wings, you're missin' out! read more

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My friends and I love finding new bars to play darts in Honolulu, and Soul Chicken was such a great find! We got there at 4pm and didn't leave til 11... We met the owner, who also DJs at the bar, and he is so much fun. We ended up chatting with him late into the night. The servers are also incredible and make you feel like family. The fried chicken is great - crunchy and flavorful on the outside and juicy on the inside! Also love the toppoki, calamari rings and cheese curds - the ultimate bar food. Can't wait to come back next time I'm in Honolulu. read more

Soul Chicken - Calamari rings, cheese curds - Chicken Wings Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Very good! Located near HCC with parking lots on both sides of it, Soul Chicken is a solid chicken spot! I have only been outside for a pick up order but the outside looked clean and the service was efficient. The order was ready when it was meant to be. The chicken was very flavorful and the sauces definitely added a lot to the plate. The portion was also quite large and priced reasonably for what they gave. The bowls looked good and I will definitely be back. read more

Soul Chicken - Chicken Wings Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

My husband and I tried this place out almost 2 years ago and I'm STILL thinking about this chicken! It was sooo tasty, plus the owner had really great service. Definitely recommend this place! read more

Food was great but I didn't know we were walking into a bar. The pictures were definitely misleading.

Yes. Yes. Yes. My husband is an avid Korean Fried Chicken lover, so you know we have to hit them all. Soul chicken has been our favorite thus far!! You can order at the to-go window outside, but you can also eat inside at the bar area (Bliss karaoke). The menu is almost the same but it's worth sitting inside if you're with a group, or if you want to enjoy your food HOT 'n FRESH. We ordered just about every single flavor offered on the menu, and there wasn't a single bad one. We love the original (naked one) and the Hell's Gate (no refund, no lawsuit). It was not as spicy as I was expecting it to be, honestly, but it was still delicious! We also l loved all the sides! The corn salad tastes just like the ones you order in Korea, and the dduk with yangneom sauce was yummm. The fries were crispy and don't forget to order some pickled radish for that delicious, vinegary crunch. The service was super friendly and they did a great job of explaining things and answering questions to us first-timers. Parking is also easy since they're in an actual shopping plaza with their own lot. I know the construction around that area is a pain, but honestly it's worth venturing into this area if you want a solid meal of Korean Fried Chicken!! Can't wait to be back. read more

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First time here. You can order online or by phone. However, I decided to visit in person. Soup Chicken is located inside the Bliss lounge. I came here on a Friday and checked out the menu. I ordered the boneless crispy chicken Yang Nyeom style, but when I got home I noticed it was just boneless fried chicken with no sauce. If I return here, I will need to ensure that the order is correct. $14 for plain fried chicken with no sauce is too pricey. read more

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The fried chicken wings from here are so delicious. I had lunch here with Auntie Nadine. Our cashier, Cheryl, was nice enough to let us sit inside Bliss Lounge so that we'd be more comfortable in the A/C. We both opted for the six piece bone in combo. It came with one side and one drink. Nadine got her chicken with honey and chose the gimmari as her side. I got the chicken with shoyu and chose the mandoo as my side. I've never even heard of gimmari (deep fried glass noodles in seaweed) before this place. I really liked it, but Nadine preferred the mandoo. Both the honey and shoyu flavorings were delicious. Obviously, the honey chicken was on the sweeter side. If that's what you like go for the honey. Definitely five stars for the chicken, gimmari, mandoo and the service from Cheryl. read more

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Lunch in Kalihi, Honolulu, Hawaii... My friend, Angel H., is a chicken connoisseur. I thought that she would be a great foodie companion to go with me to Soul Chicken. We've passed by this vendor on Dillingham Boulevard many times because Costco is nearby. We heard that it was somehow connected with Bliss Lounge next door. We found out that the owner does own both businesses. We were invited to dine inside the lounge (instead of sitting outside with the wind, exhaust fumes, and traffic passing by). Great idea because of the air conditioning, convenient restroom, and comfy booth seating! Cheryl was our friendly, helpful cashier. She took our orders, told us where the entrance to Bliss Lounge was; turned the air conditioning on for us; told us where the best seat was for maximum AC; brought our meals to us; and was the perfect, cheerful, efficient host! Angel ordered the Shoyu Chicken Wings and Mandoo. I got the Honey Chicken Wings and Gimmari. We shared so that we could have a taste of each other's meals. I liked everything. I wouldn't be able to pick a favorite because each item was good in its own way. Both types of chicken wings were tasty and crunchy on the outside, and moist on the inside. Both sides (Mandoo and Gimmari) were delicious! We had a wonderful experience - mostly because of Cheryl! We look forward to returning! We really appreciated the free shared parking! read more

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Very good fried chicken. Please support these guys with all the construction on Dillingham. We ordered takeout and it was really good.

I was thinking of chicken for the day and I looked up the nearest place for a chicken and ended up here. But then I got confused at first cause I could not find the restaurant name Soul Chicken. I then found a sign on a door that said "Soul Chicken" at the "Bliss Karaoke Lounge." So I went in and yes it was there. Sure glad I was able to find it cause I ordered the spicy chicken combo with mandoo and french fries and it turned out to be a perfect meal. The spicy chicken was so moist and tasty and the french fries did not require any ketchup, they tasted so good on its own. And the mandoo was so crunch and moist inside with that sumptuous taste I can not forget, WOW! Moreover, I even got to sing a song with the karaoke mic. Finally, the service so courteous and attentive, excellent. This place is highly recommended. read more

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These days Korean fried chicken wings competition is pretty fierce. I read about Soul Chicken while back but never made it down mainly because it didn't seem like there was any sitting area. I was wrong. You can go to Bliss Karaoke/bar next door and order Soul Chicken there and eat them in nice AC room. I'm guessing that both of the establishments are owned by the same people. There were 2 tables right outside but one of the staff lady told us to go inside Bliss Karaoke. She was so nice. For now, my family highly approves Soul Chicken with great, juicy fried chicken wings made to order of course. They were impressed that inside the chicken was so juicy. We tried the honey, garlic and Yang Nyeom (slightly spicy for you spicy lovers out there.) We also ordered little fried seaweed wrap with long rice in them. Those were also good. It was like little spring rolls. They are on Dillingham so expect some traffic as there's major construction in this area. You can park in the same area as where Hana Tea used to be for free. read more

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Ohhhhh so good. Their wings were succulent and the outside was crispy!!! The fries and chicken tenders were pretty good too! Their wasabi mayo was excellent for dipping too! So glad I came to check this spot out! You order at a stand and you Can either sit at one of the two tables outside with the view of a concrete drill vehicle or you can eat inside Bliss karaoke lounge with funky colorful chairs and dart machines, alcohol bottles and TVs surrounding you. So I chose the latter. The seating was pretty comfy and oh my the ladies were so nice and sweet! Even though I got takeout; she brought the bag to me and took out the boxes for me. She asked if I needed plates and more utensils etc. There's also bathroom inside and it's decent. It's kinda old but at least it's clean. The setting looks fun; maybe I'll come check out the bar at night some time haha. read more

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After passing Soul Chicken numerous times on Dillingham and reading some great reviews we finally had a chance to stop in. Saturday at 12p found parking in the adjacent lot and ordered from the window. The lady was SO Nice and allowed us to sample some of the wing sauces before ordering. My Bf got the 6Pc wing honey wing Combo for $15.95 came with drink and a side we got fries and also asked for side of Wasabi sauce. I got the chicken bowl in Yang Nyeom flavor for $11.95. She the offered to have us sit inside to eat which was awesome. Air conditioning, TVs and tables. It's in the same spot as Bliss Karoke lounge. Food was delicious! Not oily, but perfectly crunchy and I thought that chicken bowl which actually came out in a plate was delicious and such a generous portion. So much I will be eating the rest for dinner. Customer service was amazing and chicken is delicious! Would definitely stop in again. There have a lot of other items you can order besides chicken such as calamari, ribeye, mandoo, cheese sticks etc..But I think their top selling item is ofcourse the delicious fried chicken! read more

Soul Chicken - Chicken bowl. $11.95 - Chicken Wings Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Wonderful chicken, mandoo Best best service. Friendliest. Don't let the traffic construction deter you, we'll worth it read more

Love their chicken wings! Made to order with delicious sauces for us not so spicy people. But don't get me wrong, they have some spicy sauces if you like to live on the edge. I got some plain wings and honey garlic wings, but the lady who took my order gave us a couple more sauces one of which was a Wasabi flavored sauce which was delicious and a very mild sauce which were both delicious. The wings are pretty good in size compared to other wings I've had and were still hot and crispy even after driving home. Impressive! Their seaweed wrapped rice noodles - gimmari are also delicious. Combo meals come with one side and a drink (coke products only). I got the fries because they fry them up so crispy. One thing I wish they would change was the Pickled turnip cubes...I'm used to getting a small serving as part of the meal, but you need to pay for it which I learned after getting home and being disappointed. But it's just a little more than a dollar if the online prices are up to date. Live and learn. It's not located in a little pop up stall on Dillingham Blvd anymore, but have moved into the Bliss Karaoke bar. So while you wait for your food, feel free to belt out a tune or two if you feel like it. read more

Placed a phone order for 12 pieces of fried chicken. Got half original and half yang nyeom. She did ask if we wanted it sweet or spicy, I asked for spicy. Said it would take 15-20 mins. Got there and our order was ready. Cashier was super nice and friendly. Drove home and the chicken was still nice hot and crispy. Both my bf and I enjoyed the original the best but the spicy yang nyeom was still tasty too, definitely had a good kick. Will be back to try the other flavors! read more

Soul Chicken - Spicy yang nyeom - Chicken Wings Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Went to try Soul Chicken because of IG and...who doesn't like KoreanFriedChicken? Located in Bliss Lounge at a strip mall ( I don't know the name of) on 1095 Dillingham Blvd. There are stalls in front of Bliss but parking is tight. I went on a Wednesday afternoon just after 100p and it was packed. There is a ordering window facing Dillingham. You can order wings or boneless pieces. i tried the 7 piece flavored boneless chicken for $10.95. Five flavors are available: Honey, Yang Neom, Wasabi Mayo, Hell's Gate ( no way was I even gonna ask ) and Shoyu. Regular fried pieces are $9.95...14 pieces, just add $9. There are two tables outside and customers can wait and/or dine inside of Bliss. The taste...quite good but on Oahu where there are quite a few options, I've had better. The Honey flavored was excellent, not too sweet and very crispy. read more

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Super cute mom-pop shop that's close by to meeeeee! You can easily park in the same lot as Hana Tea for convenience and walk over. And if you want, you can also eat there since they have two shaded outside tables. Short and simple menu and you just wait for your number to be called! We got 6 pieces of the Wasabi Mayo (which comes on the side for your dipping needs), 6 pieces of the Yang Nyeom (mild for my weak butt), and 4 pieces of the Gimmari! Personally for me, I thought it was a good wing size considering I don't eat too much fried food. I loved the crispiness and the flavors were spot on! Between the two of us, it was a decent amount of food (granted we were going to eat at the movie theaters afterwards too) so we weren't too full but it was enough to satisfy us. I would love to come back and try out their family combos and sandwiches! P.S You could also phone in your order if you're in a time crunch or don't want to wait too long read more

Soul Chicken - Wasabi Mayo (sauce comes on the side), Yang Nyeom, & Gimmari (all yum!) - Chicken Wings Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

The food here is delicious!! Portions are big! Hawaii Certified! Very generous owner with choke Aloha. read more

Been hearing the buzz on a little food stand window facing the street on Dillingham.  Thanks Fran for putting this place on the map for me! First two times I wanted to check it out they were closed.   Third time is a charm! Once you get to the window at Soul Chicken you realize it is much more than a window.  It is a peek into the full service kitchen and take out business which also serves restaurant/karaoke bar adjoining it. The korean fried chicken was as good as they get in Hawaii.  Loved the taste and the crunch.  Prices consistent with other KFC places around town.  What stood out for me were the nice offerings of side dishes.  I loved that the side of pickled radish was only 50 cents.  The duk mochi bites were flavorful.  Was excited to see something I haven't seen since my visit to Korea this past summer and at only one local grocery market here in Honolulu...love that gimmari, glass noodles stuffed into seaweed then deep fried, producing a nice crispy slightly chewy snack.  Get a side order of gimmari!  Get a large side of gimmari then dip it in a sauce. I like that sweet and spicy one. Park in the same parking lot as Chicken and Brisket, Lox of Bagels, Kawai Ice.  Soul Chicken is the window just around from Bliss Lounge and facing Dillingham.  Pre-ordering is easy on their app.  Or, be like me and just get there then order...be prepared to wait about 15-20 minutes, maybe 30 if they are busy, and then chat with the friendly Soul Chicken Associate about the latest K-dramas for good viewing recommendations.  Cheryl your recommendations rock! Thank you Soul Chicken ! read more

Soul Chicken - Soul Chicken: order before our arrive and save the wait! - Chicken Wings Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Elated to consume perfect chicken wings! To save time, best to scan QR code or call in advance to place an order. Placed my order in person and waited patiently for 20 minutes. Friendly, helpful customer service. Worth the wait to indulge in moist, tender, finger lickin', tasty, sweet, lil' spicy, mild 6 pcs Yang Nyeom Chicken Wings. 4 pcs Gimmari made with glass noodles, wrapped in seaweed, then deep fried was very yummy. Everything held together in place and wasn't oily. Order included a complimentary, small container of Korean pickled radish. Great balance of crunchy, salty, sour, and sweet. Could go for round two of chicken wings and gimmari if I wasn't pressed for time. Curious to try other flavors of chicken wings in the future. read more

Soul Chicken - Gimmari (S) 4pc - Chicken Wings Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Very tasty, crunchy chicken. It seems to do a bunch of takeout. They have two small tables outside. You park in the shopping center then go back on Dillingham and in towards the middle of the block to right around the corner from the parking lot. The staff are friendly and helpful. I tried the spicy boneless chicken. It was spicy, but not too spicy to handle. I'll steer clear of the hell's gate, though. They ask if you want some Korean radish, and that cuts the spice a bit. They have combos with a side and a drink. read more

Soul Chicken - Spicy boneless chicken - Chicken Wings Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

If you wanna live out your best k-drama life, check out this korean fried chicken shop in Kalihi!! This relatively new shop in Dillingham has a super cute seating area (two tables) that looks straight out of a k-drama. They also have seating in Bliss, the lounge next door. They have some seriously tasty kfc like the boneless honey chicken that we got, that was SO crispy on the outside and the perfect balance of sweet and savory. the Yangnyeom (sweet & spicy) chicken wings were SPICYYY but in the best way possible. i absolutely LOVED the tteokbokki - like it was the best i've ever had although some might say it's on the sweeter side. the fries were so fluffy and crispy on the outside which i also loved, and the chi-bob was a killer deal cause it comes with so much rice and one-bite chicken pieces. i also loved the sweet buns that they used for the spicy chicken sandwich!! Cheryl helped us order and was SO helpful with her recommendations! The wait was pretty long, but it was totally understandable since it seemed a lot of people were picking up their phone orders (i'll definitely do that next time) but it looked like everyone in the small little kitchen in the back was cranking out the orders as fast as they could which i totally appreciated. read more

I've been wanting to try this place since they opened and I was finally in the area so I decided to give them a try. They're located across of HCC on Dillingham and the parking lot is to the right of it. When I got there, there was only one person in front of me so it was pretty quick to order. And the lady taking my order was so nice and friendly. I ordered a 6 piece wings original fried chicken, 6 piece wings Yang nyeom, gimmari, and mandoo. The Yang nyeom was my favorite! Sweet and spicy with the perfect amount of flavor and still crispy. I wish that was all we ordered and lots of it. Lol The mandoo was my least favorite because it tasted like the frozen ones. Nonetheless, everything was very good and tasty. They also give you pickled radish. The chicken is a little on the pricier side, but totally worth it. The sides are reasonable. They even have sandwiches, salads and bowls that all looked really good as well. I'm glad we got to finally try this place and look forward to one day returning! read more

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Who wants some Frrrrrrried Chicken??? Korean Frrrrrrried Chicken that is!!!! So a new player is in town, and the biz is called - "Soul Chicken". I first noticed this place, as my Yelp buddy - Christine L. had posted some great pics of da grindages, but after reading the great reviews from my Yelp buddies - Nat N. & da mayor of Chinatown - Paul C., I was SOLD!!!! Where is Soul Chicken located??? Best way to describe...........it's on Dillingham Blvd. just across the street from HCC (Honolulu Community College) in da hart of Kalihi. Soul Chicken is a small little shack of a place, and although they have (2) outside tables where you can dine on them, it's probably best bet to do the grab & go deal. The menu is pretty simple, as they offer an array of wings and boneless wings in several flavors - Regular Fried, Shoyu Fried, Honey Chicken, Wasabi Mayo, Yang Nyeom (Sweet & Spicy), & Hell's Gate (Spicy) Chicken. Now if you're not into wings, they do sell other items like chicken sandwiches, chicken salad, fries, mandoo, seaweed rice cakes, chicken bowls, corn and mac salad, & Gimmanri (deep fried glass noodles in seaweed). For me, it's da wings baby! Nothing more, nothing less! The 1st time I came here to try & get wings, they actually ran out of the regular wings as I like my wings with "bone-in" as I believe it brings more flavor. I ended up settling for the boneless wings & got the Yang Nyeom (Sweet & Spicy) flavor. The 2nd time I came here, it was a success!!!! I finally got what I came here for........da wings with "bone-in", and I ended up getting the Shoyu Fried. What can I say about the grub???? I liked both the Shoyu Fried & Yang Nyeom, but between the two...........the Yang Nyeom wins da race!!! The texture of the fried chicken is light, and the crunch is a bit more flakier than other Korean Fried Chicken joints, but I must say it's good in it's own way. Tired of the other fancy KFC chains? Then give Soul Chicken in Kalihi a try! Tell them dat da Chicken King - Fran C, had sent ya! Lol! read more

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Who knew when we're craving friend chicken it's not just the Colonel we rely on but Soul Chicken. This cute little nook right on Dillingham Blvd serves up some serious chicken and much more than the others. It's not just bulk friend chicken or in a bowl you can get them wings or boneless (plain or sauced), sandwich, salad, Chi-bob (Chicken bowl) or combo (side + drink) so many options which one will you have!? I had to try the bowl of course and boneless honey to take home. Well the bowl was different I did get it the standard original with the topping they offer shoyu + mayo not pictured that I can see was it also topped with pickled daikon (takuan) which was bizarre I actually took a bite and didn't really like it and the rice was mushy and to be honest not the the usual kind of rice we're all used to so I don't know what type or brand it is but the chicken was yummy then I dropped the whole bowl :'( gahhh!! Ahh well the bowl wasn't meant to be for me but went home and excited to co continue the fried chicken feast!! Everything is made fresh to order and so worth the wait, still hot the chicken is done perfectly crispy, they do know exactly what their doing and I chose honey because they say it's one of the popular flavor...skeptical but tried it...OMG! It was actually the best sauce from any Korean fried chicken in my opinion and is the closest flavor that I remember from way back in the day when Korean wings had first started it's roots. I absolutely love love love spicy and all but also love a great fried chicken and the sauce that brings it out the best and here at Soul Chicken they seemed to have figured that out. Thank you!! read more

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Best chicken sandwich on island. Get the sauce on the side and drizzle it over the burger as you eat it. That way, it's still super crispy!

Thankfully the parking lot wasn't busy there was parking right out front at almost 12:00. Thank goodness they have online ordering, my favorite thing about restaurants is when they have online ordering it makes like so much easier. The cashier was the sweetest! I ordered the 7pc boneless chicken in the honey flavor that comes with a side and drink. For my side I got the tteokbokki with nyeom sauce and I also ordered the gimmari. The tteokbokki wasn't my favorite it was pretty hard I warmed it up and it go a little softer, probably won't order that one again. But the gimmari?!? BEST THING EVER!!! It's like japchae inside and it was DELICIOUS!! I would just eat that if I had to. The chicken was nice a crispy and the honey wasn't very subtle. It was about $22 for everything which isn't bad. Definitely will be back to try other flavors! read more

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As I drove my car in to Chung's Alignment to get some work done (also a 5 star biz), I see this little shack right off the sidewalk. What? How odd. I just had to try it. I got the 7 pieces of boneless chicken for $8.95. Now to choose a flavor. Shoyu? Honey? Wasabi mayo? Yang nyeom (spicy sweet)? Hell's gate ("no refund, no law sue")??? I got the honey flavor. First off, the fried chicken is excellent - very crispy on the outside, juicy and tender on the inside... not one dry piece! I'm impressed! Next, the sticky sweet sauce has a bit of garlic, which makes me happy. I would get it again. But, I need to try the other flavors too! If I weren't at Chung's, I would park in the lot next to Soul Chicken where there are a lot of other food spots. While I waited for my chicken, I visited Hana Tea, next to Lox of Bagels. There's lots of interesting businesses here. But that shack next to the sidewalk is hard to miss! read more

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We are on a mission to try the new KFC joints that have recently opened on Oahu. First up - Soul Chicken, since it's the most convenient for us on weekends. I called our order in ahead of time to avoid having to wait on-site. We tried the 6-piece honey chicken wings, 6-piece sweet & spicy chicken wings, the 7-piece boneless (no sauce), and the Gimmari. The kids loved the boneless chicken - it was moist and easy to eat since there were no bones or cartilage to mess with. Between the honey and sweet & Spicy, I liked the honey a lot. The hubby thought the sweet & spicy was better. But you can't go wrong with either - they're both tasty and plump. The Gimmari was ok, nothing special IMHO. Next time I'll try the french fries. As a bonus, it's right around the corner from Hana Tea! :D read more

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On a recent change of plans that left me with a free night for dinner, I decided to try out Soul Chicken (SC), one of Oahu's newest KFC joint. I mean, as a fan of Korean fried chicken I just had to investigate. Located next to Kokea Center (corner of Dillingham Blvd and Kokea St.) with nearby businesses of H&R Block, Hana Tea and Yohei Sushi, SC is a small window that offers Korean fried chicken. Their menu is simple: chicken wings, boneless chicken, chicken sandwich and assorted sides. As I studied the menu I was entertained of their spiciest flavor of "Hell's Gate", with the disclosure of "no refund and no law sue." You have been warned! I just had Von's Chicken several days ago so I wasn't in the mood for chicken wings. I decided on their spicy chicken sandwich combo. After paying I was given a receipt and was advised a 10-15min wait. I used the waiting time to snap some photos to attach to this review. My food order was initially given to the wrong person but that error was soon rectified. I hopped into my car and drove straight home. VERDICT: Food here is made to order so my sandwich and sides were still very hot. I was quite impressed with my styrofoam box as the chicken sandwich was quite substantial in volume and in weight. After cutting my sandwich in half, it was finally time to dig in. The spicy chicken sandwich was delicious - - layers of boneless chicken thigh meat was deep fried with an amazing crunchy exterior. The dark meat was juicy and the exterior was seasoned with a semi sweet and spicy sauce. Lightly dressed red cabbage and cabbage slaw brought freshness to the sandwich and that tiny bit of vinegar to cut the grease. The components of the spicy chicken sandwich have such a great balance and well thought out. For my side, I chose gimmari, or deep fried seaweed rolls. It was crunchy and warm with just a touch of sesame oil flavor. In my paper bag I also found some seasoned french fries that were still hot and crunchy. Not sure if that's some grand opening promotion or if it was put in my bag in error. They have 2 outdoor dining tables on the side for dine in. I didn't see any dedicated parking for SC so I ended up parking at next door Kokea Center and walked over. Overall, a very pleasant first experience trying SC that has me wanting to next get their chicken wings. I do like spicy foods but I will assure you that I won't be getting their Hell's Gate because it's no fun when you kill your taste buds and cannot enjoy eating your food. read more

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