Stark's Hot Chicken

Restaurant · Koreatown

Stark's Hot Chicken

Restaurant · Koreatown

207 S Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90004

Highlights

Stark's Hot Chicken offers a casual vibe serving up irresistibly juicy Korean-style fried chicken and sandwiches, all with a spicy twist that keeps fans coming back.

207 S Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90004 Get directions

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$10–20 · Menu

@infatuation

"Korean fried chicken is a beautiful thing that both K-Town residents and frequent visitors hold near and dear to their hearts. And Stark’s Hot Chicken is an example of Nashville and Korean-style chicken fusing together to create something unique yet familiar, but still undeniably delicious. Their chicken’s dry rub forms an extra crispy skin in the fryer, while the meat remains tender and juicy underneath. Their sandwiches consist of pillowy brioche buns, hot chicken, briny coleslaw, and spicy mayo that’s the perfect balance between savory and sweet. Stark’s also serves a delicious spicy mac and cheese on the side with lots of smokey paprika and Korean dishes like hobakjuk (pumpkin soup) or popcorn chicken with rice cakes in gochujang sauce." - sylvio martins

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@infatuation

"Korean fried chicken is a beautiful thing that both K-Town residents and frequent visitors like myself hold near and dear to our hearts. And Stark’s Hot Chicken is an example of Nashville and Korean-style chicken fusing together to create something unique yet familiar, but still undeniably delicious. Their chicken’s dry rub forms an extra crispy skin in the fryer, while the chicken remains tender and juicy underneath. Their sandwiches consist of pillowy brioche buns, hot chicken, briney coleslaw, and a spicy mayo that’s the perfect balance between savory and sweet. Stark’s also offers a delicious spicy mac and cheese on the side with lots of smokey paprika and Korean dishes like hobakjuk (pumpkin soup) or popcorn chicken with rice cakes in gochujang sauce." - Sylvio Martins

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Adil Hussain

Google

I really liked their hot chicken sandwich. I ordered a medium and it had a nice, delicate crunch with a little bit of sweet mixed into the spice. I also ordered the Korean BBQ popcorn chicken dish. Albeit a bit overly sweet/saucy, it was a pretty satisfying dish. The popcorn shrimp also contained these tiny tubes of starch that I initially thought were potato fries, but after biting into it realized they were something different. It had a spongy, dense taste to it that was a nice departure and needed carbohydrate addition to go along with all the protein. Overall, I really enjoyed this place and would definitely come back here if I'm in the area.

samora ridgel

Google

So I wanted to try something new yesterday and I went to Stark’s chicken. I was definitely disappointed in the food quality , the fries taste old and if they were fried in old grease. They weren’t waffle fries as advertised. The chicken wasn’t a strip more like an overcooked chicken breast. The chicken seasoning was okay but the chicken itself was completely dry and overcooked like I stated. The chicken also seems like it had been sitting there the entire day definitely wasn’t fresh to order. For the $17 I spent I could have went to Dave’s Hot chicken. I should have known something wasn’t going to be right when I got my food within 3 minutes after I ordered it.

Gerardo Manon

Google

Best Chicken and Fries EVER!!! FLAVORFUL. JUICY. CRISPY. CRUNCHY. SWEET. TANGY. UNIQUE DIPPING SAUCE. SEASONIIIIING!!

Rei Banzuela

Google

It's a small place. They have about 5 tables. They are comparable to Dave's chicken. I ordered the chicken tenders meal. The tenders were pretty good. Good amount of spice and hot. Good, decent size tenders. Their sauce choices are limited to their own special sauce. You have to pay extra to get other sauces. That is weird given that their prices are pretty high already The crisscut fries they served me were a disappointment. It seems like it was cooked a while ago. It wasn't even warm anymore. The person working there didn't even have work clothes on. Was wearing slide sandals. The place has decent parking, but it becomes busy with all the other businesses around it The food here is okay but very similar to other spicy chicken places.

I Love Food Coma

Google

The Service: Thank you Romeo for the great customer service! He is very efficient. The Food: I have been craving for fried chicken for quite some time. Super excited to try their chicken sandwich & wings. Sloppy Cheetos Fries - Great combination & texture. Crunchy cheesy fries! The sauce is very addictive. After first bite, I can't stop! Sandos with Waffle Fries - They are very flavorful. OMG! Their waffle fries are to die for. Wings - So crispy outside and moist & tender inside. Heat levels.... from Original all the way to "STARK HOT"!! The Parking: Plaza parking lot (free)

Abhishek Gupta

Google

Found this place in a busy area and found it to be pretty amazing 😍 The chicken sandwich was super fresh , crispy , juicy and satisfying. Korean bbq chicken was awesome, huge quantity , authentic on flavor and i am definitely come it for again. I also had the chance to try the wings here and it was pretty hot and good quality wings. The staff is amazing and keeps checking up on you if you need extra sauce/napkins which i feel make the difference on good hospitality as well . Coming back for sure.

Alexis Garcia

Google

An owner of a certain restaurant who was mean to me inspired me to do food reviews so yeah. The waffle fries were absolutely crispy and the chicken was juicy and tender. I was also treated kindly unlike a certain other restaurant. 5 stars and I would definitely stop by here from time to time

Dmitriy Mykalo

Google

Stark's Hot Chicken is a must-visit for anyone who loves spicy and flavorful chicken. The hot chicken is perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection, with a crispy exterior and juicy interior. The heat level can be customized, making it suitable for different preferences. The atmosphere is casual and laid-back, with a modern and clean interior. The service is friendly and efficient, ensuring a pleasant dining experience. The location in Los Angeles makes it a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. Overall, Stark's Hot Chicken is a great choice for anyone looking for a delicious and satisfying meal.