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I came here late on a Saturday night and Stark's did not disappoint. The waffle fries were crispy with great seasoning, and the fried chicken was perfectly seasoned while still staying moist and tender. I would definitely recommend getting a side of their sauce because it pairs well with everything. Ordering is easy through the self-service machine. There are only about five tables, so takeout is probably the better option if it gets busy. I would definitely come back again.
Small little chicken shop that had one super friendly (could've been the owner) worker that cooked and served. Indoor has about 5 tables, it's humble and clean. I ordered the medium spicy sandwich, mild tender chicken, fries combo #3. Got two varying spice levels to compare: the medium has a bearable kick, mild was, well, mild so consider it your safe pick if you can't handle much spice. texture on the chicken and fries were crispy.
Came in with a group of friends on a Friday night... loved the food. The chicken was seasoned and juicy. The hot Cheeto fries were my favorite. The service was good. The prices are reasonable.
Absolute ripoff. They also can't read. Paid money for ranch to go with my hot chicken. Didn't get a single ranch. Terrible decision to try this place. The chicken is okay too btw, not great. $19 for 2 tenders and a couple of fries ? Geez. Never again
came around midnight on wednesday and unfortunately didn't really enjoy the sando. whole meal was pretty dry and the chicken was thin. the fries were ok. crispy but again pretty dry. had to use a lot of sauce. got the medium spice and didn't feel a tingle
This place is honestly one of my favorite chicken wings to get in Ktown. Plus, they're open until 2 AM so if you're hungry or at lock and Key, this is your place. I always get the fried wings in hot, sweet Korean sauce, and waffle fries. Usually, it's still hot when it gets to me if I'm ordering. The chicken is very flavorful and if you like spicy food the spice does hit, which is nice. It's nice to mix it in the sweet Korean sauce because it's sweet and spicy as well so it's just a nice addition. But the chicken is also just as good by itself. And who doesn't love waffle fries?! When I have gone into the store Great and the people were friendly. The ambience is very casual there.
This spot's been on my radar for a while since it's pretty close to home, so I finally decided to give it a shot. Honestly? It didn't quite hit the mark for me. With so many great hot chicken options in LA, places like Dave's Hot Chicken and Howlin' Ray's setting the bar, it's tough out here, and Stark's just felt a little behind the curve. The chicken itself was thin, which wouldn't have been a huge deal if it packed a punch flavor wise. It was definitely spicy, but the flavor didn't run deep; it was more heat than anything else. I kept waiting for that juicy, seasoned bite, but it never really landed. Fries were pretty generic, think frozen waffle cut and the pickles were limp, missing that nice crunch that helps balance the spice. Maybe some folks are into that style, but for me, it was kind of a letdown. I wanted to like it more since it's a neighborhood spot, but when you've had the heavy hitters in LA, you can't help but compare. Underwhelming overall, but maybe worth a shot if you're nearby and curious.
Came on Thursday afternoon, no line or other customers. But service was quick and Workers were nice. We dined in and they gave us an extra sauce for free. Chicken Sandwich was piping hot and delicious. I got mild level spice, and thankfully was not spicy. The seasoned sauce paired well with the chicken.
The food is amazing. The fries and the spread. The chicken sandwich was perfect. Couldn't ask for better. Never thought I'd ever hear my girlfriend say, better than Dave's.
Alright, time to stop gatekeeping this... I'm going to be honest, I always go into hot chicken spots with low expectations because they feel overdone and not done very well.. but let me tell you, my expectations were blown out the water here! Their hot was not only heat, but such good flavor Def a top three for me in terms of hot chicken. Now, what also impressed me was that the other menu items didn't suffer in comparison. Everything we tried tasted like it was carefully crafted with flavor & uniqueness in mind. You can check below what all we ordered & I will vouch for everyone of the items Also, they have a parking lot in K-town, such a rare gem. FOOD: Hot Chicken Sandwich Medium Chicken Sandwich Korean Sweet Popcorn Chicken Sloppy Cheeto Fries Mac Salad
Food 4/5: EVERYTHING IS REALLY GOOD EXCEPT FRIED CHICKEN WINGS. The chicken sandwich is INSANELY juicy... The kimchi fried rice - creative and delicious. Wings are not as juicy as you expect them to be Service 5/5 Ambiance 5/5
Thought the cheesy fries were too sweet. Not sure what the sauce was, but it didn't work for me on Fries. I gravitate towards savory and salty flavors, not sweet. Nothing special about fries. For the price, honestly, McDonalds is better for me. Chicken wings had great flavor, came out hot. I got Extra hot, and it was too hot for me, but the flavor was there, Nashville style seasoning. However, got the Wings, and I thought they were going to be "full" wings. They were not. They were cut / buffalo style. This place is alright, but it's a bit pricey (as I suspect most places are now) but there are better options right here in K Town. I would have done 2-1/2 stars if it was possible.
Well to start off, there's a good amount of parking in this little plaza, but it's tight AF. The chicken joint is small with only three tables (8 chairs). Definitely not meant for groups. I've been here a couple of times and the first was not so lucky. Their fryer was broken yet they kept receiving to-go orders and even a few walk-ins. I patiently waited for about an hour just because I drove from Orange County and really wanted to try their chicken. Whoever was working that day was so apologetic about everything and seemed stressed. No worries understandable. I told him that I would be back another time. Homeboy even offered to give cash, but I ain't gon take money like that especially since it's not that big of a deal LOL. Fast forward to me and my partner being back. Still the same tight spaced parking and they seemed busy with all the walk-ins and to-go orders. But this time, their fryer was working! It was a different worker this time and he was also nice. I placed my order and waited probably about 20min for food to come out. Key thing is being patient here because they seemed to be short staffed. Looked like one guy in the back cooking and one in the front to take orders. Food was alright to be real. Ordered 2 sandos with fries, sloppy Cheetos fries, and Korean sweet popcorn chicken. The chicken wasn't as tender as I imagined it to be, hot cheetos were stale to the bite (tried to pair it with the cheese sauce as much as I can to not waste *sad face*), and Korean popcorn chicken was too sweet.
Juicy, hot, and exactly what we needed after a night out There's a bar right across the street, and we randomly stumbled upon this place afterward. Such a good find! We came in pretty close to closing, but the employees were still super nice and let us sit down and eat. We definitely appreciated it and tried to eat quickly so we wouldn't keep them waiting too long. The chicken sandwich was so good -- hot, juicy, crispy, saucy, and super satisfying. The fries hit too. Honestly, this was perfection for a drunken late-night meal lol. Everything tasted extra good in the moment, but I'd definitely come back sober too Great food, really kind service, and the perfect spot to stumble into after drinks. read more
The food here was alright nothing special. I got the #3 combo which came with a chicken sando, chicken tender, and fries. The chicken sando I had here was a bit dry. The tender was solid though. I got them at the medium heat level, but I could barley taste or feel any spice. The fries were crispy and decent. The side sauce the meal came with was tasty though and helped carry the food. A good amount of parking in front, but limited tables and seating inside. Prices are also pretty reasonable for the amount of food you get. read more
Small parking lot, but during late hours, plenty of parking. Chicken spice is actually pretty spicy for me as a mild guy. The cashier is super friendly, and explained the spices perfectly to me. The bathroom could have used some more paper towels in the dispenser. It's a hole in a wall spot, so there's only like 12 seats. I think the sauce is mustard base which compliments well with the mild. Definitely tangy compared to other house sauces who serve hot chicken. read more
I came here late on a Saturday night and Stark's did not disappoint. The waffle fries were crispy with great seasoning, and the fried chicken was perfectly seasoned while still staying moist and tender. I would definitely recommend getting a side of their sauce because it pairs well with everything. Ordering is easy through the self-service machine. There are only about five tables, so takeout is probably the better option if it gets busy. I would definitely come back again. read more
Small little chicken shop that had one super friendly (could've been the owner) worker that cooked and served. Indoor has about 5 tables, it's humble and clean. I ordered the medium spicy sandwich, mild tender chicken, fries combo #3. Got two varying spice levels to compare: the medium has a bearable kick, mild was, well, mild so consider it your safe pick if you can't handle much spice. texture on the chicken and fries were crispy. read more
3 months ago
Absolute ripoff. They also can't read. Paid money for ranch to go with my hot chicken. Didn't get a single ranch. Terrible decision to try this place. The chicken is okay too btw, not great. $19 for 2 tenders and a couple of fries ? Geez. Never again read more
came around midnight on wednesday and unfortunately didn't really enjoy the sando. whole meal was pretty dry and the chicken was thin. the fries were ok. crispy but again pretty dry. had to use a lot of sauce. got the medium spice and didn't feel a tingle read more
1 year ago
This place is honestly one of my favorite chicken wings to get in Ktown. Plus, they're open until 2 AM so if you're hungry or at lock and Key, this is your place. I always get the fried wings in hot, sweet Korean sauce, and waffle fries. Usually, it's still hot when it gets to me if I'm ordering. The chicken is very flavorful and if you like spicy food the spice does hit, which is nice. It's nice to mix it in the sweet Korean sauce because it's sweet and spicy as well so it's just a nice addition. But the chicken is also just as good by itself. And who doesn't love waffle fries?! When I have gone into the store Great and the people were friendly. The ambience is very casual there. read more
9 months ago
This spot's been on my radar for a while since it's pretty close to home, so I finally decided to give it a shot. Honestly? It didn't quite hit the mark for me. With so many great hot chicken options in LA, places like Dave's Hot Chicken and Howlin' Ray's setting the bar, it's tough out here, and Stark's just felt a little behind the curve. The chicken itself was thin, which wouldn't have been a huge deal if it packed a punch flavor wise. It was definitely spicy, but the flavor didn't run deep; it was more heat than anything else. I kept waiting for that juicy, seasoned bite, but it never really landed. Fries were pretty generic, think frozen waffle cut and the pickles were limp, missing that nice crunch that helps balance the spice. Maybe some folks are into that style, but for me, it was kind of a letdown. I wanted to like it more since it's a neighborhood spot, but when you've had the heavy hitters in LA, you can't help but compare. Underwhelming overall, but maybe worth a shot if you're nearby and curious. read more
1 year ago
Came on Thursday afternoon, no line or other customers. But service was quick and Workers were nice. We dined in and they gave us an extra sauce for free. Chicken Sandwich was piping hot and delicious. I got mild level spice, and thankfully was not spicy. The seasoned sauce paired well with the chicken. read more
9 months ago
The food is amazing. The fries and the spread. The chicken sandwich was perfect. Couldn't ask for better. Never thought I'd ever hear my girlfriend say, better than Dave's. read more
5 months ago
Alright, time to stop gatekeeping this... I'm going to be honest, I always go into hot chicken spots with low expectations because they feel overdone and not done very well.. but let me tell you, my expectations were blown out the water here! Their hot was not only heat, but such good flavor Def a top three for me in terms of hot chicken. Now, what also impressed me was that the other menu items didn't suffer in comparison. Everything we tried tasted like it was carefully crafted with flavor & uniqueness in mind. You can check below what all we ordered & I will vouch for everyone of the items Also, they have a parking lot in K-town, such a rare gem. FOOD: Hot Chicken Sandwich Medium Chicken Sandwich Korean Sweet Popcorn Chicken Sloppy Cheeto Fries Mac Salad read more
Food 4/5: EVERYTHING IS REALLY GOOD EXCEPT FRIED CHICKEN WINGS. The chicken sandwich is INSANELY juicy... The kimchi fried rice - creative and delicious. Wings are not as juicy as you expect them to be Service 5/5 Ambiance 5/5 read more
Thought the cheesy fries were too sweet. Not sure what the sauce was, but it didn't work for me on Fries. I gravitate towards savory and salty flavors, not sweet. Nothing special about fries. For the price, honestly, McDonalds is better for me. Chicken wings had great flavor, came out hot. I got Extra hot, and it was too hot for me, but the flavor was there, Nashville style seasoning. However, got the Wings, and I thought they were going to be "full" wings. They were not. They were cut / buffalo style. This place is alright, but it's a bit pricey (as I suspect most places are now) but there are better options right here in K Town. I would have done 2-1/2 stars if it was possible. read more
Well to start off, there's a good amount of parking in this little plaza, but it's tight AF. The chicken joint is small with only three tables (8 chairs). Definitely not meant for groups. I've been here a couple of times and the first was not so lucky. Their fryer was broken yet they kept receiving to-go orders and even a few walk-ins. I patiently waited for about an hour just because I drove from Orange County and really wanted to try their chicken. Whoever was working that day was so apologetic about everything and seemed stressed. No worries understandable. I told him that I would be back another time. Homeboy even offered to give cash, but I ain't gon take money like that especially since it's not that big of a deal LOL. Fast forward to me and my partner being back. Still the same tight spaced parking and they seemed busy with all the walk-ins and to-go orders. But this time, their fryer was working! It was a different worker this time and he was also nice. I placed my order and waited probably about 20min for food to come out. Key thing is being patient here because they seemed to be short staffed. Looked like one guy in the back cooking and one in the front to take orders. Food was alright to be real. Ordered 2 sandos with fries, sloppy Cheetos fries, and Korean sweet popcorn chicken. The chicken wasn't as tender as I imagined it to be, hot cheetos were stale to the bite (tried to pair it with the cheese sauce as much as I can to not waste *sad face*), and Korean popcorn chicken was too sweet. read more
Very good chicken! Definitely support the local chicken spot in Kyown! The chicken is juicy, hot, and spicy. All their combos come with fries. They have chicken sandos and tenders. You can even grab a combo with one of each. Choose your chicken heat levels from original (no spicy) up to Stark Hot. They also popcorn chicken. Options include Korean sweet, buffalo, and tangy bbq. Don't want basic fries? Then get them sloppy. Sloppy Bacon, Sloppy Cheeto, Sloppy Sugar Parmesan or grab waffle fries instead. They also have wings, Mac salad, and Cole slaw. It's good service but they charge for sauce, which is disappointing. However, overall it's very good and you should give it a try! read more
This was the place that made me fall in love with hot chicken and I'm back again. I can truthfully say that I have not had chicken as juicy as Stark's. I don't know what kind of magic they work in the kitchen but they keep the chicken so tender while still making the outside crispy. Now, it's not the crispiest I've had but it retains all the heat from the chili powder and it packs a flavor punch. I tried both the sandos and tenders and you can't go wrong with either. The sandos just use the tenders but it comes in a soft pillowy bun instead of toast. Their waffle fries also amazing. They coat it in some sort of batter and then fry it because it has an extra crisp unlike any other waffle fry that I've had. I also loved their wings from last time and although it was just as good this time, I feel like it may have gotten slightly smaller. I would still put these as some of the best wings I've had though. I also checked in on Yelp to get a side of their macaroni salad which is a refreshing palette cleanser. The parking lot was pretty packed since it's small and the same goes for the size of the restaurant. There's only a few tables because most people take it to go. read more
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Stark's H.
Thank you for your positive feedback. We hope to see you back soon.…
My daughter and I love hot chicken. What makes Stark's chicken delicious is the thick and crunchy breading. We ordered the wings, strips and a burger. Their burger was so delicious with the right amount of sauce and coleslaw with pickles. The tenders were juicy, flavorful and crispy on the outside. We always go easy on the spice level and shy away from ordering the spiciest, but I think we are definitely ready to go for the Stark Hot next time! A very casual spot located in a strip mall parking was very easy. You order at the counter and the food comes out pretty quick! read more
I underestimated their spice levels and the medium ended up being way too hot for me! Despite the heat, the wings itself were fried perfectly for that crispy skin and juicy meat. I would get the wings again in a mild spice next time. The Korean Sweet Popcorn Chicken is a good choice to balance out the spicy flavors with its sweet glaze. The Sloppy Cheeto Fries were covered in ranch and an orange sauce that made it very flavorful and delicious. All the items that I got were great and I would recommend this spot the next time you're looking to satisfy your hot chicken cravings! There is free parking in their lot. read more
3 years ago
It's my first time here, and i tried their chicken sando, fried wings, and popcorn chicken in Korean sweet sauce. I have to say that their fried chicken doesn't get any crispier its crunchilicious!! If you're in the mood for really spicy, you can also choose your spicy level for everything. The only non spicy thing I ordered was the Korean sweet popcorn chicken, which is boneless and easy to eat (the owner even threw in a few fried rice cakes in there!) Needless to say, I'll be back to try more items next time~ read more
3 years ago
Looking for a fried chicken sandwich in Ktown? Make Stark's your spot to go to if you're looking for a chicken sammich fix. The flavors aren't as hot as some others, which is good for me! I ordered the mild, but honestly, I could've gone for medium or hot -- I was just a little scared considering some other places have a reaaaaalllyy spicy medium. It's a small shop with seats no more than 20 I think inside the restaurant. Prices are very reasonable as well and staff was super informative on what items they'd recommend! They also have some Korean fried chicken items for you to try as well! read more
Get the Korean Sweet Pop Chicken -- juicy little bites with yummy rice cakes in between! Everything else was okay but I would come back time and time again for these tasty nuggets! Tip: If you check in on Yelp, they give you a free side of Mac! The tangy bbq was good for a honey bbq. The sloppy parm fries were drenched in nacho cheese and topped with so much more. I probably wouldn't order them again unless I was with a group because I could only have a few. Their ranch was great, as well as their comeback sauce. The workers were so nice and the inside was clean. Only a couple small tables for sitting. Parking was a bit tough during lunch hour. read more
If you're looking for a classic and spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich, look no further -- Stark's is solid and so tasty! I've had this twice now via Postmates, both times the sandwich arrives hot and full of flavor, and the insane waffle fries are crispy and delicious. They don't have a lot of food options here, but the few items they offer are excellent. They've got varying spice levels for the sandwich, all served with a tasty slaw that adds the perfect texture to this sandwich. They've also got a secret sauce that's amazing to dip those fries in, and to add a little extra heat to your Sando. 5 stars for both food items, this spot is SOLID! read more
2 years ago
Yummy yummy in my big tummy! This was soooo good and I thought it was the perfect portion size, spice, and flavor. There is one self order kiosk which was convenient and there was a limited amount of seats on the inside - very small. We got the wings with medium spice, a tender with stark's hot, popcorn chicken with the korean sauce, and the macaroni salad! Our favorite thing today was tied between the popcorn chicken and the wings!! I was nervous that the popcorn chicken would have been really sweet since I know korean friend chicken usually has that taste but I was pleasantly surprised by how perfect the flavor was and it didn't have an overwhelming taste - just perfect! The wings that we had gotten with medium spice were so good as well. On the outside, it was nothing special and just looked ordinary but on the inside - wowwwwww it was juicy, soft, and so flavorful! We dipped it in the comeback sauce and the ranch which helped bring more flavor. We also tried the tender in their signature spice and it couldd be hotterrrrr considering it was the top level heat. Definitely worth a try! We also tried the macaroni salad and it was alright, nothing crazy - good to reach for when the chicken gets a little toooo hot. Overall, we will definitely be returning! read more
4 years ago
I drove all the way across town to try this chicken. The fact that it has good flavor I really didn't like the texture as much as some of the competitors on the chicken battle. The girl behind the counter was very nice and cordial. But for the prices that this place is charging I personally felt the chicken should be better. I actually felt the chicken may have been a little overcooked and should have been more tender. I wish Starks good luck. read more
1 year ago
6 months ago
Absolutely DELICIOUS! Shared the macaroni salad, buffalo popcorn chicken, and a mild tender with fries meal. Everything was great! Want to thank them for knowing that mild can have a little bit of spice to it and not be bland! It was all perfectly cooked and I'd 100% comeback again! read more
7 months ago
1 year ago
Drove by this place and looked at menu and looked pretty good. This place did not disappoint, chicken was juicy and tender and the sauce was not over powering. Small spot but worth trying at least once. Going to come back and try the popcorn chicken and the Korean popcorn chicken . Staff was awesome and very polite and professional. read more
If you've been looking for a new hot chicken sandwich place to check out, @starkshotchicken is definitely bringing the HEAT to LA. You can't go wrong with any of the options on their menu- their chicken is meticulously breaded and fried to tender perfection, and everything pairs so deliciously with their secret sauce (which is absolutely ). Currently, @starkshotchicken offers a variety of super affordable combos with their chicken tenders and sandwiches, which you can customize to your preferred spice level, as well as a la carte items such as their fries menu and this delicious Korean sweet popcorn chicken featured here. If you're in the Ktown area, definitely make sure to check out their affordable combos (and no wait times), and support a small, and immensely well-deserving business! read more
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Stark's H.
Thank you for the positive feedback. Hope to see you back soon!
4 years ago
Sloppy Cheetos Fries~ great combination & texture! Crunchy cheesy fries. My first time trying their wings.... OMG! So crispy outside and moist & tender inside. Their fried chicken never let me down!! read more
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Stark's H.
Thank you so much for coming by. Hope to serve you again soon!
3 years ago
This place is a hidden gem serving mouthwatering Korean fried chicken bursting with flavors! I absolutely couldn't resist their Korean popcorn chicken, two Sandos with perfectly crispy fries, and their sloppy bacon fries. Located in LA, there is enough parking spots in the lot, a clean indoor dining area, and fast service. read more
It was very easy to order using the touchscreen menu and the food came out pretty quick. I ordered a hot chicken sandwich but I couldn't taste the spice so I was a bit disappointed by that. The fries were overcooked. They tasted very hard & oily, didn't have much flavor to it. The chicken sandwich overall was decent and had a good crunch to it. The comeback sauce & Korean sauce helps add flavor. read more
4 years ago
I've been seeing this all over social media and I finally had time to venture out here to try Starks myself. PARKING: Free in the plaza it's located in. SERVICE: Food came out in a timely manner and the lady who recommended us their top sellers was super sweet! COMBO #1 (2 CHICKEN SANDOS & FRIES): These were fried to absolute perfection! Fried crispy on the outside, while still staying tender on the inside. Ordered this in mild and it wasn't definitely stays true to the mild. Their waffle fries are also boast-worthy. Would get this again! COMBO #2 (2 CHICKEN TENDERS & FRIES): Just like the sandos, these were also fried to absolute perfection! I would get this if I'm not as hungry and get combo #1 if I was starving. Or you could share a SANDO and a TENDER when you get one of each combo...that's what my mom and I did. (: KOREAN SWEET POPCORN CHICKEN: I was shocked to feel how heavy the box felt, definitely a generous portion. Would highly recommend sharing this, might be a little heavy to have on its own. Like its named, the sauce is a little on the sweet side but I don't mind it. I also liked how they added some Korean rice cake (ddukboki) to it too, which was a nice complement to the fried popcorn chicken. This was also a nice complement to the spicy flavor of the combos. Highly recommend coming here, already looking forward to coming back myself! (: read more
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207 S Vermont Ave
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It says you have bacon fries...is the bacon halal?
Hello. Unfortunately our bacon is not. You can try our other options that are halal. Ask our cashier for the recommendation when you arrive. See you soon.
Is there any chicken gluten free?
How is the store operating during Covid? How is the chicken?
They do delivery via Yelp (fulfilled by GrubHub) and pickup. They also have a few outdoor dining tables in front of the restaurant. This place is bomb!!
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