Bonchon San Gabriel

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"Parked in a little plaza on Las Tunas with a few other restaurants and a rolled ice cream spot, this popular KFC chain usually has a short but consistent line outside. The style is the Korean fried chicken you know - lightly-battered, twice-fried - but the soy garlic is less gloopy than at other places that go too liberal with the sauce. Whether you dig that is up to you, but whatever you do, don’t neglect the spicy chicken. The lunch box special contains wings, drumsticks, or strips, plus a choice of two sides including soda, danmuji pickled radish, steamed rice, coleslaw, or kimchi, and will only set you back $9-$11. For the anti-KFC, there’s a decent tteokbokki, tasty japchae, and fiery buldak (stir-fried spicy chicken with rice cakes and mozzarrella)." - dakota kim

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"There’s a ‘Tom Brady will beat your team’-sized bet to be made that Bonchon will have the best chicken wings of any place on this list. The beer offerings are severely limited but if chicken and beer is what you’re after, there’s enough TV’s to catch some football on Sundays." - Euno Lee, Farley Elliott

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"Though more recent Korean immigrants might scratch their heads (there are only a handful of Bonchon locations in the motherland), thoughtful touches like exclusively offering strips (no) and drumsticks (yes) ease diners into BonChon’s perfect marriage of salty-sweet soy garlic glaze and the schmaltzy, shattering crunch of chicken skin. Waits at its SGV location can range into Howlin’ Rays territory, but Korean fried chicken zealots eagerly crowd the entrance and peer longingly at diners seemingly taking their sweet time inside. It’s all proof positive that BonChon is in a category by itself." - Euno Lee

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"Korean fried chicken chain Bonchon has opened in San Gabriel Plaza. Notably, this location serves beer, a necessary companion to Korean fried chicken." - Jim Thurman

Jenny W

Google

I love the chicken here and always get the boneless but I don’t know…lately it has not been up to par. I ordered the 20 piece boneless for almost $30 and I got 20 pieces that were barely a little larger than the size of a quarter for roughly $1.50 a piece. Some were just burnt bits. I’m highly disappointed… 2 stars because food is tasty and staff is nice. -3 stars for skimpy food and price gouging.

Kevin Santos

Google

Love their Soy Garlic + spicy mayo combo. We all had a great dinner. Even the kids enjoyed the chicken, fries is also good. 🙌

Ivette Duran

Google

The food is so delicious here!! The fries were crunchy, the meat sweet and flavorful, and the sauce was good! The tacos are delicious too especially the spicy ones. At the end we had a donut for dessert and it was warm and sweet. Perfect to end our dinner. Our waiter was very amiable and attentive. He gave us suggestions and was very nice! Definitely will be returning.

Elizabeth Cheng

Google

We went there for dinner. The place was full on a Tuesday night, but the wait wasn't long. Overall service was prompt and attentive. Food was great! We ordered the medium combo (wings and drums) half & half. I loved the soy garlic flavor; the spicy one was a bit too spicy for me. We also tried the zucchini fries and the bulgogi taco (forgot to take a pic of this!!). Everything was delicious! I had a soju, green grape flavor ~ oh so good!! If you have a good tolerance for alcohol, you gotta try it! Casual and relaxing ambience. Recommend for a casual night out.

Ali Yangin

Google

We have been coming here for almost 4 years and the quality is always the same. One of the crispiest chicken wings I ever tasted. Their seasoned fries are something else. Always flavorful and crispy. Staff is friendly and quick. Highly recommended.

Ryner H

Google

We recently dined at this Bonchoj location, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional! From the moment we walked in, the staff greeted us with warm smiles and outstanding hospitality. Every course was a delightful journey of flavors, perfectly prepared and beautifully presented. The attention to detail and the genuine care for customers' satisfaction were evident in every interaction. Both Henry and his team made sure to check on us in case we need anything else and provided service when needed. If you're looking for a place that combines great chicken wings with top-notch service, this Bonchon should be at the top of your list. Can't wait to return!

Google

Choose Korean fried chicken for dinner. Ordered fried chicken half & half. Half soy sauce and half spicy. Also ordered tteokbokki. Tteokbokki was spicy. Quality and the taste of the food was good. At the time of visit the store wasn’t busy and was able to get the sit right away. The quality of service was good. Didn’t had bad experience and would visit again.

naylea hernandez

Google

I don't think this place needs another review because it gets busy! The food is incredible, the fried chicken and just everything. The staff are really nice. Parking can be an issue. Update:First, customer service is excellent. I spent a good amount $ on the 40pcs that come w 3 sides. People don't waste your money! Just order the chicken BUT NOT the combos w the sides! The size is a joke considering is supposed to feed at least 6 people. I'm posting the pic here, the rice container was half full juat spread out in the container to appear "full".

Lucy M.

Yelp

Bonchon is a solid place for Korean fried chicken! The fried chicken is crispy on the outside and juicy inside. (Even if you're getting takeout.) So far, all sauces I've tried here were good. It feels that the sauces were combinations made from the same base with different spice levels, so the easiest way to decide which sauce might be to decide how spicy you would like. Seoul Sampler $33.99 Comes with wings, drumsticks, bulgogi fries, corn, and coleslaw. First time trying the fries and corn here and they were pretty good! Coleslaw tastes like any other place's. (You don't really deviate when making coleslaw tho.) The pot sticker were deep fried and crispy but weren't memorable. Bulgogi bibimbap $15.85 This was was actually a pass for me. Even with the sauce and it being in a authentic hot stone bowl, the rice dish lacked flavor on it's own. Good thing that there's pretty of alternate carb options here. Chicken house fried rice $13.75 You cannot or shouldn't mess up on fried rice - this fries rice does that by bring out the onion aroma with just the right amount seasoned chicken. It complimented the fried chicken well! Lastly, I wish bonchon provided gloves. They do have the metal cup/bucket for you to throw bones in when dining in.

Koi S.

Yelp

I first tried Korean spicy chicken wings when I moved to Southern California in 2013, and ever since, I've been on the hunt for the best ones. I've been coming to this spot a few times since they opened, and they've definitely become one of my go-to places. The service can be a bit slow, even when the inside is packed. It's a little odd, but I'm guessing they get a lot of phone and online orders that keep them busy. That being said, the chicken has always been on point, crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside. My favorite is the spicy flavor, and it definitely packs a kick! The menu has also always been consistent, which I appreciate. You know exactly what to expect each time you visit. If you're a fan of heat and crispy wings, this place is worth checking out.

Diego G.

Yelp

After dealing with the LA wildfires all week and being near so many of the evacuation zones, I was looking forward to enjoying a meal outside my home with a friend of mine who was visiting. I brought my small service dog along since she has also been trapped indoors the entire week with the poor air conditions & placed her Service Animal vest on. We were very disappointed to be turned away from the restaurant for having a service dog with us. I explained to the gentleman employee at the front how it is California law to not require service dogs to be registered and that staff is not allowed to ask for documentation nor ID. They refused to seat us (the restaurant at that time was maybe at half capacity, not that that should be a determining factor) and we ended up eating elsewhere. I would highly recommend this establishment check the most up to date regulations when it comes to service animals so they're not faced with a lawsuit. I was very much looking forward to dining here with my friend who's visiting from out of town and having an escape from the extremely turbulent climate we're all currently living through. I've dined with my service animal several times and have never been met with such negligence and disrespect as I did today. I will sadly not be trying this location nor recommending to any of my foodie friends for their poor behavior, lack of respect, and miseducation with the ADA, Americans with Disabilities Act. Inexcusable.

Angie K.

Yelp

I recently visited Bonchon, and it was such a treat! As a fan of Korean cuisine, I was excited to try their soy chicken bibimbap, and it did not disappoint. The flavors were absolutely on point--the sauce that came with it was the perfect blend of savory and sweet, tying everything together beautifully. Every bite was a burst of flavor, and the crispy chicken added a nice texture to the dish. The service was also excellent! The staff was attentive, friendly, and made sure everything was just right. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 is that I'm curious to explore more of their menu, and I'm saving that fifth star for the next visit. Highly recommend for anyone looking to enjoy delicious Korean flavors in a warm and welcoming spot!

My C.

Yelp

I'll definitely keep coming back to this place--one of the best Korean fried chicken spots in town! It's located in a plaza with other popular vendors, making it a great stop. My favorite flavor is the soy garlic, and the garlic parmesan fries are a must-try. The chicken is very crunchy. I prefer the wings over the drumstick. My coworkers, friends and I often come here for drinks and food, and the staff is always friendly and attentive, making sure we have everything we need. I also appreciate that they keep the music at a reasonable volume, so we can have conversations without having to shout. Highly recommend!

Tellie N.

Yelp

I haven't been here for so long there is so much new things. I remember I think 6 years ago they only have two flavor soy garlic and spicy; now they have two new flavors. They also have chicken sandwich. Went here at 11ma when they open because I know if I go later afternoon or dinner time it will be so busy. Service was good they check up on us if everything was good. I know during busy hours they don't have time to check up on you. The chicken still the same still taste good and I enjoy the two new flavors: Korean bbq and yangnyeom. I recommend trying the new flavors.

Kenny L.

Yelp

12/31/2024 I came for lunch one time and got the 6 pc combo lunch deal. The chicken pieces were pretty big and juicy. So I thought for our New Year's Eve I would order the 45 piece drums and wings. They were foiled wrapped in a large tray when I got home and saw the chicken I was sadly disappointed the chicken pieces were tiny. So the pieces are a different size from the lunch combos. I'll just have lunch there and No more takeout

Faye A.

Yelp

Been hearing about Korean fried chicken at work all week so I decided to give this place a try. I barely made it for the lunch specials (got there before 3pm). I ordered the "Mixed" which comes w 2 drumsticks and 4 wings in Soy Garlic and Yangnyeom, and a side of Seasoned Fries. This was a lot of protein, since the drumsticks were huge!! The Soy Garlic was very flavorful and garlicky and the Nangnyeom was sweet and spicy. What stood out the most is that CRUNCH!! I believe Korean fried chicken is typically made of potato starch coating to give it that special crunchy texture even after being tossed in sauce. The inside of the chicken was very juicy as well. They give you a small bucket w a plastic liner for the bones/trash. The seasoned fries were topped w garlic parmesan and was a great choice of side w the chicken. Overall, I really enjoyed the food, and the Korean fried chicken hype is for real!!

Mabel C.

Yelp

It's a convenient and solid place for Korean fried chicken! I am sad that they no longer have their yumyan sauce, but their spicy isn't bad. Soy Garlic is good too, though a little too salty in my opinion. I usually get the 10 piece no bone Korean fried chicken - it's very filling and can last me 2 meals. They have great radish daikon, and their seasoned fries are really good! The staff are polite and the kitchen staff is pretty fast with orders! I would like it if they returned their yumyan sauce or have different sauces I could try because I crave the spicy flavor only on occasion. I've tried a few of their other dishes that aren't chicken related, and I don't know if id try them again. But for chicken, it's a decently priced casual option with quick service and is delicious fried chicken! There is parking in the lot, and street parking. Other places to note are: Old Ferry Donuts, Paris Baguette, Good Old Time, Taiwan Bistro, Hui Tou Xiang (for frozen handmade dumplings), Katsu Sandwhich, Paper Cola Anime Store, and Blossom Market Hall. And across the street Bopomofo, Golden Deli and With Love (taiyaki desserts).

Michael S.

Yelp

Sadly, biblical scripture has now appeared on the window of this location. Not sure if this is a corporate-wide update but it will stop me from walking through those doors again. I don't need preaching with my fried chicken sandwich. I don't care what your personal religious beliefs are but don't preach at me while I'm eating. Stops me from coming into your establishment.

Alexis S.

Yelp

Honestly if you want to find yummy Korean Wings that are perfectly crispy and flavorful with the right amount of sauce, go to Bonchons. My family always tries to go to this place anytime we are in an area with a Bonchons. Also get the Kimchi! Perfect amount of flavor and spice and acidic to eat with wings. This place was clean and not too busy.

Jennifer H.

Yelp

The food was pretty average here. Given the choice, I would definitely eat at bb.q chicken rather than here. We ordered the four drumsticks. The menu price seemed a bit steep until we saw the size of the drumsticks! Those are some gigantic chickens! We also got the bulgogi bibimbap, which was only ok. Overall, I would prefer other Korean fried chicken places to this one.

Ann C.

Yelp

My boyfriend was craving Korean fried chicken so he ordered Bonchon. Everything had a good texture but it was way too sweet for our liking. We love the onion rings but the popcorn chicken was way too sweet. The wasabi dipping sauce was its saving grace. I did like portions and taste of the spicy chicken and garlic soy chicken. But would have preferred to be less sweet and salty and more spicy. I definitely am not a fan of the fried rice, it was too sweet and needed a little more savoriness. But if you prefer things on the sweeter side, this place should be on your bookmark.

Swe Zin T.

Yelp

It was my first time ordering via Postmates from San Gabriel location. I ordered boneless 10 pieces half and half. The chicken were like two-bite size and some were too small. The color was so dark like burnt. The worst thing was that they were to hard to bite and to chew. It was like something fried over and over for like at least 5 times. It wasn't worth it. I won't order from here again.

Marc N.

Yelp

Pretty average korean fried chicken. Got the spicy and the soy wings. The soy garlic, I feel like, got really salty over the years, but the spicy is definitely where the good flavor is at. Yeah, definitely a place for high schoolers to get decent quality chicken. I feel like the drumsticks are better than the wings.

Moriah L.

Yelp

Stopped by on a Saturday night just to try their wings! I ordered 6 pieces which also came with a side of radish. I was very impressed by the wings. The skin has the perfect crispy texture to compliment the chicken. The flavor of the wings is the perfect amount of sweetness with a hint of garlic. I loved the wings and the service was very fast here. The workers were so kind and excited to share their food/recommendations with us!

Harris P.

Yelp

The fried chicken was really yummy. The meat was very tender and compared to other Korean fried chicken they don't have very thick topcoat. The rice dishes were ok, more like American Korean food. My first bowl, they put the plastic sauce cup in the hot stone bowl and touched to the bowl. The plastic cup was melting. I let the lady know and she made another new one for me. It's really nice that they made a new one for me. However, it's really careless that how can you put a plastic cup on / right next to the extremely hot stone bowl?

Chelsea A.

Yelp

Great Service!!!! Like I haven't been to a restaurant in sooo long that just had the most pleasant and caring staff. Water refills were on point, ordering on point. Also must mention. How clean the restrooms were!!! We ordered two trays of the xl drumsticks and wings/ drums with the soy garlic flavor and they were perfect!! Perfect crunch, great flavor and not too overpowering. We also got edamame, potstickers and sides of rice and seasoned and fries and just everything was so delicious. Can't wait to come back!

Katherine N.

Yelp

I woke up this morning craving the limited yang yum chicken wings. I came last week and the front counter girl recommended me to try it because they were her favorite but limited. I took her advice because I didn't want to miss out and I loved it as well; they are my new favorite wings!! I hope they continue making them. And I took the advice of the saucy girl on yelp to ask for extra sauce on the side so I could dip my seasoned fries, but they charge the extra $0.95. It was tasty with the seasoned fries. It's a tad sweet sauce with a hint of spice and background taste of garlic soy. Delish!! Henry was at the counter today and he was nice to talk to and gave a great service. I asked him to please tell the manager to continue making the yang yum flavor wings and add it to their menu.

Fanny S.

Yelp

My favorite Korean fried chicken spot is in the San Gabriel area. Their fried chicken drumsticks are large and crispy, and the wings are tender with a crispy exterior. The French fries are also a must-try. They now offer a new product, Korean donuts, which are absolutely delicious. If you haven't tried it yet, you must give it a go!

Daniela S.

Yelp

There are very few places I would EVER drive out of my way for... Bonchon is one of them. For starters, the staff is super attentive and helpful. It was my first time there, and they offered some of their personal recommendations. I went on a Saturday evening, and I was able to find parking and we didn't wait to be seated. They had a special going on ($5 beer pitcher ) which is a pretty nice deal! My favorite part of the meal were definitely the chicken tenders. They have such a special crunch to them. I tried both the spicy and and soy garlic sauces (both yummy, but I enjoyed the garlic sauce a little bit more) The japchae is pretty good! I would order it again! It's a nice side dish. On the contrary, I can't say I loved the buldak... I personally would not order it again but the wings and tenders are incredible The music and crowd was great as well! Bonchon is a must-try weekend hangout spot.

Terrence S.

Yelp

I've been here quite a few times over the years, and to this day it's still my favorite Korean fried chicken place aroud this area. Prices are decent, it'll be around $20 per person but really depends on how many wings and drumsticks each person can eat, and depends on the size of the drumsticks. Some drumsticks are gigantic while other could be half the size, and this is one of the main reasons I've taken off a star. Another would be the lack of options on the flavors, there is only soy garlic, or spicy. Despite that though, the batter is crispy and very nicely done and the soy garlic is still one of my all time favorites. Each plate of fried chicken you order will come with a side dish of radish or coleslaw. These side dishes aren't worth it to order extra separately. You can also order a pitcher of beer for a pretty decent price if you come with a group.

Ry H.

Yelp

Camelle T.

Yelp

a solid spot for your korean fried chicken fix, bonchon serves super crispy and flavorful chicken. although you can only get soy garlic and spicy on your wings, it's great in accompaniment to fried rice or tteokbokki! the service here is always attentive and quick. food comes out fast after ordering, and staff is constantly checking up on my meal. you can come in to enjoy chicken and even sit at the bar to watch the tvs. they played the lakers game when i was here. inside is clean and the bathrooms are stocked and clean also. plenty of parking out front in the lot and street parking when the lot is full.

Samantha T.

Yelp

Let me begin to say that I DO NOT give 1 star very often and I can count on one hand for those reviews, but last night this place definitely was a 1 star rating. If I could give less than that I would. Placed an online order for $100 worth of food for the family and it was scheduled to be completed and ready for pick up in 30-40 minutes. We came at the 40-minute mark giving them more time to put together our meal. Husband walked in to check and they told him it wasn't ready yet so he walked out to us while we were at another shop getting dessert. Came out and they told us to give them another 10 more minutes which we did. Almost 90 minutes from the time we placed our order and waited way pass the extra 10 minutes they told us still no food. They gave some poor excuse that the kitchen had issues with the fire. They have a restaurant full of people and they have an issue with cooking??? If I was there in person to sit down and eat and had to wait over an hour for my food with no food I would be upset. Moving on, we canceled the order and asked for a refund and they couldn't figure it out stating that we can look at our credit card statement in a couple of days to see if our refund got returned. And even then getting someone to inform us on that took a while too. I am beyond disappointed in the lack of transparency and horrible service.

Alexis P.

Yelp

It's a wonderful location where the food and atmosphere is amazing. They are known for their chicken wings and other dishes, which honestly are very delicious. I ordered the japchae and it's amazing. Even the service is great- everyone is very friendly and helpful.

S F.

Yelp

This place always slaps! The chicken stays crispy, and we almost always take it to go. It doesn't get soggy in transport like other chicken. The service is friendly and although it takes a while to get your order you know you're getting it fresh. If it had some more sides, it would be 5 stars! Maybe some Mac salad? Either way, the star of the show is the chicken. I did dine in once. It was very cold inside so bring a sweater.

Vicky V.

Yelp

One of my favorite places for korean fried chicken! Their soy garlic sauce always hits and the chicken skin is consistently crunchy and coated in the sauce. We also ordered bulgogi fries and liked how thick the fries were cut because it paired well with the thinly sliced bulgogi. Service was also pretty good but we went on a less crowded Saturday afternoon.

Zack

Yelp

The portion is all rice, veggie. The meat wise so little! For the price that is charging. If this the quality given I should've gone to more an authentic Korean restaurant on valley who charge $2-3 more but they give so much meats and side dishes and a soup on the side.... And the chicken my brother say is not even good. Sadly the Bonchon I tried back in Newark CA was so much better year ago. This location did not live up to my expectations.

Lidia F.

Yelp

The chicken was yummy, but my husband ordered fried rice, which was crunchy and not even cooked. I told them the rice was not cooked enough and didn't get a replacement or something.

Theresa D.

Yelp

When I look for soy garlic Korean Fried Chicken, Bonchon is my go-to. Chicken is very crispy and the sauces are on point! We also enjoyed their tteokbokki. We went on a Friday night and there were several tables with large parties. However service was still excellent and very attentive to our needs.

Jenny T.

Yelp

Great service, but I think this particular location puts too much sauce on their chicken and it's really salty - the chicken loses its crunch quickly. I found myself rationing the rice due to how salty it was and how many wings there were. Clean bathroom and I parked on the street since the lot was packed.

Michelle P.

Yelp

Whoa! How did the quality change so much?!?! I rarely give out 1 star reviews!! Extremely disappointed from our last visit. We ordered more than $100 dollars worth of food. Our chicken was over cooked and was so gross, it tasted like cardboard. Had no sauce and it almost tastes like they refried the chicken. And our tteokboki was so cold...almost like it was frozen or came out of the refrigerator. I'm so embarrassed that we hyped up bonchon to our friends. Major disappointment! This was my go to place and now we prob won't be back.

Cindy L.

Yelp

Ordered boneless wings for our kids and I'm pretty sure they served us Tyson boneless wings from the freezer aisle

Tony C.

Yelp

It was a good place to hang out, for the area, as a wings/chicken alternative to Alondra Hot Wings, but the new menu with new, higher prices just really killed the vibe. The staff is still cool, and there are still a lot of tvs playing sports, so if if you like espn and $$$ wings, this is ok, but bbq chicken down the street has way more sauce options, which I appreciate.

Tracy V.

Yelp

I saw their pretty good pricing for 16 wings and decided to share with a friend. They have one of the crispest wings and best tasting. My parents hardly approve of fried food due to being health freaks but they loved this place. On one of my many visit, my mom complained about how it was dry but other than that, I've always had a wonderful experience here. The servers are always so nice and it's a pretty chill place to hang out.

Ozzy R.

Yelp

Ok. So originally I came in for the fried chicken. But the bulgogi bibimbap grabbed my attention. Bad idea. Before I get there, I want to say that service here was great. So unfair that they only had two young girls working during a busy lunch rush. So shout out to them for making things happen while being polite and smiling. The bibimbap came with plenty of toppings that made me feel it was going to be good. It was decent. The main reason I'm leaving two stars is because this thing. Cost $17!!!! Not enough meat and the quality wasn't really there. Was my egg supposed to be well done??????? I ended up going to a Bonchon in Artesia for the fried chicken and fries. So I might revisit this location because I do feel they're capable of better. It this bibimbap was awful. All the ingredients here were bland. So unhappy but whatever. Other than that, parking is a bit challenging because it's in a small shopping center. Wait time was quick and the inside decor and vibes are awesome! They also serve alcohol if that's what you're into. I'm coming back but yea man, y'all need to lower the price on this plate or add more meat. Not cool.

Diane N.

Yelp

bonchon always satisfies your craving for some crispy Korean fried chicken. The seasoned fries had the perfect amount of crunch and seasoning on it! the waitlist was a little bit faulty but the staff were so accommodating and patient despite the busy crowd.

Ada Y.

Yelp

Amazing service! Wings and fries here are always extra crispy- like watch out cause you'll cut the inside of your mouth kind of crispy.

Melinda B.

Yelp

Yummy yummy yummy! What is it about fried chicken? I ordered it with a sweet and spicy sauce (if you want extra sauce remember to add that when you order! They don't give extra sauce after it's made!) I recommend extra sauce if you're saucy, like me. The crispy crunchy skin was satisfying! The chicken was tender and juicy. The pickled radish were perfect for cleansing the palate between bites.

Erica L.

Yelp

The fried chicken and pork belly fried rice was amazing!!!! The service was impeccable! The staff were all so kind and especially the curly haired gentleman. We arrived 3 mins before the kitchen closed at 9:30 and they were all so accommodating and never once rushed us. They even made it a point to stop at our table to tell us to take our time! Absolutely awesome considering we rushed here after getting turned away from bbq chicken down the street. We got to bbq chicken at 9:20 and was told they were closed even though their hours are til 10pm, which is the same time bonchon is open until.

V C.

Yelp

As always they never disappoint The new chicken sandwich made my kids heart smile from the inside out!!! Great portions and great prices and amazing flavor figuratively and literally.. Jolie, Chris, and Stan the Man served us today and got my daughter ready for the first day of school tomorrow! Family oriented is always a plus!

Lisa C.

Yelp

I really wanted to like this place :( the first time I came here with my family about 6-7 months ago it was great! We ordered the half and half strips drumsticks, everything with the flavoring was on point and the portions were of good size and it was moist and scrumptious. This time around, we ordered the same thing, but this time it was so dry and the chicken tasted, felt and looked refried or something. I did call to get it refunded, which they were very accommodating and even offered me the same order for free at a later date, I took their offer and figured and hoped it was just an off day...but sadly it was exactly the same. I'm sorry, I really wanted to like this place, especially because they were so kind, but I have to be honest, it's all about the food, right? So that's why I gave them 2 stars.

Rickey S.

Yelp

Came in-person yesterday on Monday Memorial Day 2023. Was immediately greeted by the employees and were given the option to sit at either the bar or a table. We ordered the Korean fried chicken medium combo + seasoned fries and both were amazing! We loved how fresh the food tasted especially since we are used to ordering takeout. If you are able to eat in person, we highly recommend it but takeout works too! The chicken is meaty and crispy and tasty while not being overly drenched in sauce. Me and my fiancée prefer Bonchon over other Korean fried chicken places like Kyochon, Running Chicks, and bb.q chicken. The seasoned garlic fries were yummy, perfectly crisp. The restaurant location in Alhambra is a bit small, roughly 7-10 bar seating and maybe 6-8 tables give or take. The reason I'm giving 4/5 stars is because there was a moment when the waiters accidentally spilled water on the floor but didn't take initiative to clean it up or mark it as "caution wet floor". A few employees walked over it and were slipping and so did some customers. Luckily no one got badly hurt but safety should be a priority. Either way, would def come back for some Bonchon. Pro tip: if you're doing takeout, call ahead or order online because it does get busy. Also, parking is very limited so plan ahead in case you're having dinner in person.

Alex P.

Yelp

Every time I walk into BonChon, my mouth waters just from the scent of the double fried chicken. At this location, I actually like to sit at the bar for faster service, quicker alcoholic drinks and three TVs to watch games! I'm actually really glad they give the option to have two flavors, Soy and Spicy. Take the Spicy route, get transported to a fiery wonderland. Take the Soy route to visit a calm oasis for a savory adventure. I feel like I can bathe in their sauce *drool*. Then, rinse and repeat. Don't you dare try to leave without ordering the seasoned fries with garlic - I think these are double fried too because they're super crunchy. They're like little sticks of gold that had fallen from the heavens. The inventor of double frying food truly deserves a Nobel Prize.

Julian J.

Yelp

Bonchon a really good Korean fried chicken restaurant. I feel like you can't go wrong with Bonchon. It's not the best Korean fried chicken to me but it is for sure in my tops and up there. My favorite is wing wing but thats in London. The parking is good here and I never had to wait too long to be seated. The soy garlic chicken hits the spot when you want something fried. You feel the crunch from the batter and the juicy chicken when you bite in. Nom Nom. The ambiance is cool as i like how it shows where they have restaurants open in different cities. The multiple restaurants around the world show how good and successful Bonchon is. I also like how they have TVs that show different sporting events. Always good for a sports fan to have a tv while eating.

Jin Y.

Yelp

Easy peasy. Strolled in at 5, got seated in their ample dining area, ordered 8 wings ( half and half) and 8 strips (for the kid), fries and zucchini's and three drinks. It was around $60 w tip. My fave was the soy garlic wings. Spicy one is good too but wish it was a touch sweeter and a touch less spicy. Wings were extra crunchy (yay double fry!) and the sauce is just right. Same sauce on strips was too salty and the strips were not crispy at all. They did warn us though so it's not their fault. Ppl need to learn how to eat chicken with bones, and I'm including my kid in here. Since I love eating chicken wings I was blessed today. Zucchini fries are good but very very hot when you first take a bite so let it chill while you work on some fries first. Super nice service and they even gave us free refills to go. We will def be back!

Greg G.

Yelp

My Honey and I ordered Chicken Strips (16), half & half with coleslaw and pickled radish. Saebyn, our server, quickly took our order and delivered our food! The ambiance was low-key! Our table and chairs were clean and presentable!

Valeria A.

Yelp

Ok, so the first time I came here I was vegetarian so I couldn't say very much about it. However, now I eat meat again and I tried their drumsticks both the spicy and soy and both really great but the soy slaps more. The skin is at the most perfect tastiest crisp! I also shared a bibimbap bowl with my boyfriend with the soy garlic chicken. Delicious! They have a wide array of stuff on their menu and everything looks really tasty so I'll venture out to something new next time. Staff is nice and they have tv's playing. Parking is really small but if you wait, I'm sure you'll find something.

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