What can I say about Todd? I love their wings, tenders, rice cakes AND their katsu. It hits all the flavor and texture profiles I usually want and they are really quick about cooking the food to order. The staff is always very nice and if they are busy for some reason, they even have kiosks to order from as well. I'm Korean and love me some Korean fried chicken wings, but going here means I do not have to make them, make a mess in my kitchen, or have to spend time prepping everything beforehand. Yes, I know these are Karaage but they are very similar. I usually get the boneless wings just because I am weird and do not like having sticky fingers when I am eating, so these I can eat with a fork. The crispiness is always spot-on and I love that they give you just enough sauce to give everything a good coat and flavor but not too much that the chicken is drowning. I also really love the rice cakes that they add into the tenders and wings, it's like a nice little chewy treat to go with everything. Their fries are a LOT of fries! My wife and I have learned we can share one order of them. They have a bunch of varieties of seasonings you can add to the fries but I tend to get mine plain and just eat it with ketchup. I love coming here and their little outdoor patio is great when I want to bring my pup or just enjoy the nice fresh air as we eat our meal. read more

We love this spot! The food is always fried to perfection and crispy. The staff are always kind and the little restaurant always has great music playing. This time we noticed they had a covered/heated patio seating area which was great for the chilly day but we got two barstools inside. We originally found this spot when looking for yummy fries but ended up finding a new bay view fave! Looking forward to returning! read more

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This is our favorite go to spot for wings in Milwaukee!! You can't go wrong with anything you order! The Larb, Tom yam and k spice wings are truly authentic and remind me of being back in Thailand! Get it with a side of sticky rice to experience the thai street food experience! If you're feeling adventurous get the Ika Geso too! May and Tarm are some of the best people out there too! They truly take the time to get to know you and share their recommendations! They're always experimenting with new dishes too to keep it fresh! Get a beer tower and stay for a while, a warm day isn't complete without sitting in their courtyard with some good food, drinks, and company! read more

Great service, staff was super friendly. The food, was amazing! Great flavor, quality and quantity. Would Recommend to anyone. There are that much seat indoor but there a few seat outdoor. Would definitely come back here again to try other foods read more

I grabbed some carryout from here after stopping at a pop-up nearby and tried a few things. The kimchi cheese onigiri was nice and crispy on the outside but gooey on the inside - these were so yummy. I also tried the Thai Laarb karaage which was super flavorful and a chicken Japanese curry bowl. The curry bowl was really rich and the portion was pretty hefty! They were really busy because of the popup but service was fast and the food was hot and fresh. read more

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Great service, clean establishment. The food was delicious as always!! Katsudon and Thai tea, Yum. read more

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I came here for dinner on a Thursday night. Most people that walked in got takeout but I decided to eat at their small high top area and it faces the window so you can people watch. I asked the cashier what her favorite sauce was so I went with the Thai chili 3 piece tenders. She was very friendly and even mentioned a happy hour for mondays. It took about 10 minutes and was nice and fresh. These tenders are a perfect size and I really enjoyed the Thai chili. I would definitely come back if I was craving chicken. Especially with the variety of sauces. read more

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Food 4/5 Service 4/5 Ambiance 4/5 Todd - "I Believe I can Fry" is one of the few places that specialize in Korean fried chicken in Wisconsin, and they absolutely do it right. The chicken had that characteristic Korean fried chicken crunch, and the soy garlic sauce was excellent. The korokke (not pictured) was also amazing, with a good crisp crust and a nice sauce to accompany it. The atmosphere was pretty casual as well, with a small counter for indoor seating and many outdoor tables with umbrellas for outdoor seating. In the middle of summer though (or even winter), just having that small counter space may be tough for when the weather isn't great. On a fair day though: I see myself hanging out here on a regular basis. Great place! read more

Todd - 12 pcs Karaage - Soy Garlic - Japanese Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

I've been wanting to try this place since they first opened and finally got around to it! I ordered delivery and everything was incredible! The katsudon was hands down the best I've had in a long time. The pork was super crispy even after delivery, and the sauce had the perfect balance of savory and slightly sweet. I also got the sweet potato fries and they were just as good. They were perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. You can add different flavors to the fries, which I'm definitely going to do next time! The portions are huge, so you'll definitely have leftovers. I'll definitely be back to try their chicken as well as the potato korokke and some of the other appetizers. :-) read more

Todd - Katsudon - Japanese Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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When I say I love this place! What a great place to meet friends and grab a bite to eat! They also have beer towers which make for a great way to share for a group. We also love the crew there as they give you the best service will bring food out for you and help walk you through the menu. We truly think this place is worth checking out for good food at a great value. read more

Hands down the best wings I've had in Milwaukee to date. We stopped by around 5 p.m. on a Sunday and were able to order at the counter without any wait. The food arrived within 10 minutes and we took it as carry out. The staff member behind the counter wasn't super friendly, but the quality of the food certainly made up for that. The cheese curds ($10) were cubed and perfectly crispy -- a departure from the typical variety you see at establishments around Wisconsin. The tangy garlic lime mayo cut through the richness of the dairy, making for a perfectly balanced bite. The Thai Sweet Chili bone-in wings were incredible. The sweetness was followed up with just a whisper of spice, resulting in a totally harmonious flavor profile. I'm not a huge fan of barbecue, but the Seoul BBQ bone-in wings were really good. The sauce had some smokiness to it that created a really interesting depth of flavor. Though $18 for a large order of bone-in wings (12 total) felt a little pricey when we swiped the credit card, I can honestly say the quality is worth it. The wings themselves were cooked to a crispy perfection and weren't drowning in sauce. We didn't stay to eat, but there is a small counter indoors where you can enjoy your meal. Otherwise, it looks like they've got a variety of outdoor seating options. I can confidently say I'll be back at Todd again. And if you're in the area, I'd recommend a stop. read more

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Todd is a fabulous Korean fried chicken place tucked away behind Room Service & Ester Ev just off Kinnickinnic. Easy ordering from the kiosk then we took home our bounty - wings with K-Spice sauce for me and the Thai Larb rub for Mai. We also got a side of Takoyaki which are little balls of octopus meat fried with a crispy exterior - do not sleep on these, they are amazing! Overall, a great quick, relatively inexpensive (about $12 per person) dinner that was filling and delicious. Not many places to sit in the winter, but in the warmer weather there is a great sitting area outside read more

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Some of the best wings in Milwaukee! TODD has a huge selection of wings and unique sauces, and Karaage (Japanese Fried Chicken).  Additionally they offer Japanese Curry Bowls, and sides like truffle Parmesan fries, cheese curds, gyoza, and more. The sauces are what really blew us away - everything was so unique, absolutely delicious, and the ingredients tasted so fresh. Our favorite sauces: Garlic Lime Mayo, Mango Habanero (Amazing. The mango was SO FRESH, like pureed mango), Tom Yum spice. Plenty of NA beverages as well as Asian and local beers, Soju, Sake, and Wine. We love the pour your own beer towers. The staff is very welcoming and the space is bright and fun!  They have a large patio with a heater and some indoor seating, and they also offer to-go food for delivery or pickup. We have eaten there and done pick up, both were great. read more

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We wanted wings on a Friday night and decided to go to Todd. It's hidden in the back behind Room Service but not hard to find. We got the Garlic Lime Mayo and Kspice wings, both really delicious. Great if you like saucy wings! Also got the corn ribs and takoyaki. Everything was so so good and highly recommend. We will be back to try more things soon! They have a really nice patio and inside there's only four seats. read more

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The best fried chicken you'll find probably anywhere. Fresh and delicious, not greasy at all, and with a ton of different sauce and seasoning options. The fries were fantastic too, crispy and a massive portion - we should have split one for two of us. There's a nice outdoor space for warmer weather, and the restaurant is in a great area of Milwaukee near some cool bars and other attractions. We'll be back for sure! read more

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TODD 'I Believe I Can Fry' is tucked away and easy to overlook - it's a short walk after Room Service. Skip parking on KK, go around the block and access the small parking lot off of Robinson Ave. This is a small restaurant with a few seats inside, plenty of seating outside. I went for their two spiciest wings options, was excited to see that they had a dry rub option. The Szechuan Spice had nice zing to it without overwhelming (I like spicy food). The Mango Habanero wings I ate second, and I'm glad I did - wet sauce really lingers (compared to dry rubs) and I definitely had my lips tingling for the drive home. The Mango Habanero sauce balanced the sweet and spicy profiles of the ingredients well. Certainly felt the heat but it wasn't too much that I couldn't finish all the wings. read more

Todd - The mural as you walk up from parking in the back. - Japanese Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Absolutely delicious chicken here! Food did take awhile to come out but I know it's because they're frying everything fresh and made to order. It's tucked away behind room service and there's some nice seating outside. The menu was pretty expansive with lots of different curries and fried chicken to choose from. There's also a solid amount of vegetarian options. The portions are HUGE and I easily had three meals out of the chicken karage and curry. I will definitely come back to try their wings! read more

Todd - Chicken Curry Don - Japanese Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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I really like this location. Easy to find parking, and the restaurant feels tucked away behind the other nearby buildings. Lots of great outdoor seating. Lots of yummy sounding things on the menu made it hard to choose. Ended up going with the soy garlic Karaage, Karaage laarb, and fries. I was really hesitant about the laarb. I love laarb, but I didn't think those flavors would lend itself well to fried chicken. It tasted great. I wouldn't call it laarb though. It tasted more like tahin than laarb. The soy garlic wasn't as good but was solid. A more gochujang forward flavor would've been better. The fried tteok-bokki was awesome. Looked like cheesy puffs without the orange powder. Had no clue what it was until i started chewing. The chicken itself for both was solid. The fries were decent. Good crisp but lacking seasoning. I poured some of the laarb powder to make up for it. Definitely would come back and try the other flavors as I love the place's vibe and had a good meal. read more

Todd - Original Fries, Larb Karaage, and Soy Garlic Karaage - Japanese Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

I will be honest my brother's name is Todd so this place made me giggle. I ate there in summer and had the wings and the potstickers. The wings were some of the crispiest and most flavorful I have eaten in some time. The location is small and is perfect for the summer when you drink a beer outside. It's tucked back after Room Service but definitely worth a stop. I will be back!!!!!! read more

The Karaage boneless chicken thighs with the Thai Larb powder is one of the most delicious quick meals around! Flavorful and affordable! Love Todd! read more

Stopped in on a weekday afternoon and it was not busy. Service was fast and friendly. We ordered one flavor from sauced and powder category. Mango Habenero and Thai Larb. The wings are meaty and come out piping hot. The sauced wings were well seasoned, sweet and sticky. Not spicy IMO. The Thai Larb wings were our favorite, nice kick and tang you'd expect from the Larb seasoning. The white cheddar fried were great as was the ika geso, fried octopus. Everything is fried, so it does get heavy. But the food is good and they have a wide array of flavors. Would definitely recommend if you're looking for some unique flavor of wings! read more

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Todd's has the best wings ever! Highly recommend getting the soy garlic sauce. I'm not a huge fan of a lot of sauce on my wings, but they did it perfectly. We've been her several times and the staff are amazing. The ambiance is cute to grab a quick bite for lunch and there tables outside for the nice days. read more

Stopped at Todd for a quick after-bike snack. There is 15-minute parking in the back, but this is not sufficient time if you are placing an order and waiting, let alone eating there. The outdoor patio is great, with plenty of seating. I did see two outdoor bathrooms, but they were locked, so you probably need to ask for a key. I got the 9-piece wings with the K-Spice. I wish you could add more flavors, even if it cost extra. The K-Spice had a gochujang base and was very mild spice. The chicken was fried fresh and crispy, but I couldn't tell if they were twice-fried. I also got the fries with white cheddar seasoning, which was pretty flavorless. The fries seemed pricey for what they were. I'm interested in trying the truffle fries next time. Overall, I'm happy to have this chicken place as an option and very curious about their dry rub seasonings. I'll be back for sure with a larger group to try more of the menu. read more

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heard about this place from some other yelpers describing it as the best fried chicken in town & had to give it a try. small but incredible cute place. only about 5 seats inside but lots of picnic tables outside for warmer weather. menu is diverse with fried chicken options including wings and tenders, lots of dry seasonings and sauces to choose from, fries, plus some ramen / curry / gyoza options. given the reviews about the chicken I've heard I had to start there! tenders were delicious and I loved the dry rub + dip on the side. normally my stomach gets a little upset with fried food but it didn't this time... maybe because it was so fresh (you could tell it was made to order). fries were also incredibly well made & loved all the different sauces we tried. I opted for the large (5 tenders) and it was soooo much food! great stop, great food. read more

Todd - large tenders with thai larb dry seasoning + truffle Parmesan fries - Japanese Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Hey - went here for a simple dinner on a Wednesday. We found the restaurant down an alley off of Kinnickinnic after we thought they may have closed...but they were open! See pics for location. We asked for recommendations and ordered the boneless fried chicken thighs (karaage), squid tentacles (ika geso) and kimchi salad. The food was good quality and the fried texture was crispy and not oily. The squid and garlic lime mayo was great. The chicken thighs were prepared well, but the larb dry seasoning I selected was really salty. There was a lot of seasoning on the chicken, and it did not need the salt. I will go again, but avoid the larb dry rub. I liked the flavor, but not the salt. Beer was cold....that's a good thing! read more

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My new favorite korean fried chicken place! I've only ordered to-go from here twice now and their chicken stays crispy through a cross-city travel which is impressive. They do have some flavors that seem very non-korean/asian which I assume there must be a market for but I found them super odd. FOOD: Chicken wings: best flavors on the more korean authentic side would be k-spice, soy garlic, and maybe thai sweet chili. These 3 were solid flavors and a good coating around the wings. I've also tried cheesy cheddar which.... I'm going to avoid ordering powder sauce wings from now on. Ika Geso: so hard to find anywhere and these weren't overbreaded yet still crispy with great flavor The parking lot is tiny, it's bayview so street parking is juts dependent on time of day/week. It is right behind Room service and Lost Whale. Would honestly just order to-go because of the small space. Wish they delivered farther out west! read more

Really wanted to support Asian restaurants in Milwaukee. The service was so great and the menu looked amazingly diverse, but I think they need to work a bit harder on food flavors. We were so excited about the classic soy garlic wings and K-spice wings, but found that they didn't taste like the authentic ones. The k-spice tasted like heavy Gochujang; the soy garlic could have been crispier and more flavorful. The fried rice cakes on the side were hard to bite into and they just unpleasantly stuck on teeth. The Japanese Takoyaki, Yasai and the pickled Korean radish were good but nothing really special. Overall, I totally agree with one of the reviewers here - it's kind of disappointing but we understand it just opened and we look forward to trying it again. read more

Todd - three boxes of food on a table - Japanese Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Todd is a hidden gem behind Room Service in Bay View! I tried the fried squid and chicken curry bowl--delicious and perfectly portioned. The curry was flavorful without being too salty. A great balance of taste and comfort. Highly recommend this spot! read more

Todd - Interior. Chicken Curry Bowl - Japanese Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Milwaukee needed something like this!! Don't be fooled by the small storefront because they have a lot to offer and a beautiful patio. I love all the flavors they offer - something you will not find at your neighborhood pub. Everything is made-to-order so definitely be patient with fry times, you will not regret it! For two, we ordered 12 wings (2 dry flavors) and a couple of sides. Great amount of food, seasoned and fried very well, and decently priced. I normally do not go for dry rubs because I'm scared of the place over-cooking the wings and then I'm just stuck with dry wings and no sauce BUT these are so juicy and seasoned so so well! Definitely hit this spot up to try some of their unique flavor offerings! read more

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The staff was super friendly and food was delicious! The wings were so good! Can't wait to try more sauces but I tried Thai Chili and loved it! read more

Todd - Wings - Thai Chili - Japanese Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Awesome wings, awesome owners! other than buffalo sauce, my recco is to get sauce on the side just so you get that perfect crunch, sooo good... read more

This is by far the best Korean fried chicken spot in MKE in terms of authenticity and quality. Definitely easy to miss given it's located in a back alley behind Room Service, but is so worth stopping by. Highlights: - Street food style fried bites in a casual setting - Juicy, meaty chicken with just the right amount of crisp. - There is a tablet inside the restaurant that makes it easy and convenient to order - Generous portions -- great for sharing - A large variety of Asian-influenced flavors were available as sauce options for the wings - Very limited bar seating inside. Definitely more of a take out spot as you can online order in advance. There are outdoor benches located outside however, with attempts to make the spot cozier for the colder months (there is a small fire pit in the middle of the benches, string lights, and a couple fire torches) but the heat doesn't radiate far enough to span all 4 benches. Can't imagine it being warm enough to sit outside in the winter months, but def a great place to hang during the summer. Overall thoughts: Definitely worth stopping by and ordering take out from this joint if in the area! Portions are generous especially for the price, and great for sharing. Chicken and fried bites were so yummy and paired perfectly with beer and soju. Will 100% be back!! read more

Todd - Japanese Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

hidden tucked away spot in bay view with a cute outdoor area for summer!! a great fast casual restaurant and food came out fairly quickly - we got the soy garlic karage, fries w tom yum powder and cheesy bulgogi gyoza. the gyoza was disappointing imo, cheese felt sorta overwhelming with each bite. soy garlic karage chicken was my fav and meat was really tender. i liked that the fries had a kick to it with the tom yum powder. curious to try the rice bowls next time! read more

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every time I come here I tell them that they don't put enough meat on my roast beef poboy. and all I taste is bread . I won't be doing business with yall anymore. for 11 $ I should be getting more meat then that. cheapo read more

I have no idea where the positive reviews come from. Are the writers all relatives of the owner? I know food and have traveled to Asia. I also lived in Seattle for several years. Todd does not prepare great food. I don't get it. I did take out from this place and ordered a variety of items: Fried Tofu, two kinds of Gyoza, Karaage, and a curry chicken. I enjoyed the curry chicken because the sauce was on the side and the chicken remained crispy. The Karaage had a weird untraditional sauce that ruined the flavor. I usually love gyoza, but these weren't crispy, and they didn't taste good, nothing like gyoza. The worst was the crispy tofu. "Where's the tofu?" The crispy square had no tofu. It was empty. I don't know what they fried, but it wasn't tofu. The chicken curry was good. Get the sauce on the side. Other people liked this joint. I don't know why. read more

Everything here is delicious. It's a small space so I like to order ahead and pickup for takeout. I've ordered here a few times and I've never been disappointed. The chicken is crunchy and super flavorful. Potstickers were great, I love the variety of extra non-chicken items I can get. read more

Wow!! It's sooo good! I got the wings with garlic lime mayo and they were cooked perfectly with just the right amount of sauce. I also got the potato korokke which were perfect. read more

Staff was friendly and accommodated us when we came in 15 min before closing. The food is awesome, super fresh and amazing texture and flavor. Will definitely be coming back! read more

The food is Japanese street style. Everything we ordered was really good. It is more of a takeout place as there is only a small counter inside. However, there are lots of outdoor seating options! The service was fast and friendly! read more

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I've been going to Todd's since they've opened, and they have been consistently good! I love the soy garlic karaage and wings, as well as the Tonkatsu Curry and Katsudon. The meat always comes out so tender and juicy, and the sauces are always so flavorful. During the summertime they have a great outdoor seating area, whereas during the winter it's mainly suited for just take out with 4-5 seats at a high top. The service received has always been good, with the food coming out pretty soon after ordering. I could not recommend this place enough! read more

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