Noori Pocha/Chicken - Clawson
Gastropub · Clawson
1 S Main St, Clawson, MI 48017
Highlights
Korean fried chicken, beer, soju, and K-pop vibes
Korean fried chicken, beer, soju, and K-pop vibes
"Noori Pocha and neighboring Noori Chicken in downtown Clawson have become a destination for their take on Korean fried chicken and boisterous atmosphere. While Noori Chicken is part of a chain with locations in Michigan and elsewhere, Noori Pocha, a Korean-style gastropub, features a distinct menu. It’s co-owned by family members Nali and Yeol “Andy” Kwon. Diners can expect a colorful dining room and an interior covered in posters, colorful soju signage, and graffiti scribbled by fans in black marker. Each serving includes eight, 16, or 24 generously sized wings, flats, and drumettes and is twice-fried, offering a shattering crunch to each bite. These breaded wings are available bone-in or boneless and can be prepared plain or with a variety of sauces. Diners can also select from a variety of Korean, Japanese, and American beers, along with soju and traditional Korean wines. Online ordering is available. Best for: All that savor and spice calls for a side of Noori Pocha’s cheese pull-worthy corn cheese for the table." - Serena Maria Daniels
"Noori Pocha in Clawson exploded onto the scene in 2024 due to its late-night Korean decor, thumping music, and its comforting, flavorful, neo-classical take on Korean food. Named one of the best new restaurants in America by The New York Times, Noori is a feast for the senses. Wait times can be long, but there’s no better place in metro Detroit to grab some beer, soju, and bulgogi with friends. The Korean fried chicken is always excellent (don’t miss the Magic Sprinkle), but be sure to check out the chicken gizzards, shrimp pancake, and braised pork hocks." - Danny Palumbo
"A Clawson counter for Korean fried chicken offering orders of eight, 16, or 24 generously sized, twice-fried wings (flats and drummettes) available bone-in or boneless, prepared plain or tossed in a variety of sauces including the popular "Magic Sprinkle," making it a competitive option in the region's wings-and-tenders scene." - Serena Maria Daniels
"Noori, the Korean fried chicken chain with a location in Clawson, features an adjoining space called Noori Pocha. Diners can expect a colorful dining room giving gastropub, meets K-Pop vibes with an ample selection of Korean spirits, beers, and wines. In addition to its famous fried chicken wings, customers can try shrimp pajeon (pancakes), kimchi fried rice, and the crave-worthy corn cheese." - Serena Maria Daniels
"Housed alongside a boisterous gastropub with walls covered in posters and marker scrawl, this spot has become known locally for authentic Korean fried chicken that’s twice-fried for a shattering crunch and juicy interior. Wings come bone-in or boneless, available naked or finished with choices like a popular Magic Sprinkle dry rub or a wet Sweet-and-Mild sauce; the reviewer split an order and enjoyed both. Pairings like a Korean lager and a side of corn cheese—compared to elote—round out a meal that delivers satisfying nostalgia and a faithful take on a beloved Korean classic." - Eater Staff
