A Guide to the Best Chimaek Spots in Seoul
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If there’s such thing as a food power couple, Chimaek (Chi for chicken and maek for maekju) will definitely be crowned the winner. Who wouldn’t fall for the crunchy savory taste of fried chicken accompanied by the clean and crisp taste of beer?
Here are five of the best Chimaek spots in Seoul.
Savor the trusty combo at Gyeyeolsa Chicken
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Gyeyeolsa Chicken ranks as one of the best fried chicken spots in Seoul, so it’s no surprise that patrons continue to brave long lines for their chicken. Just the perfect recipe for fried chicken, theirs are golden and crispy on the outside, yet you’ll be sinking in your teeth with tender meat with a special sauce that adds extra flavor — -it’s truly finger-licking good!
It also comes with loads of crispy potato wedges with just a right amount of saltiness, a good companion indeed!
If you want to satisfy your adventurous side, you can also sample their snails with noodles, it’s an unusual take on the standard noodle menu.
And oh, don’t forget your beer!
Pro tip: Since there are only a few tables inside, expect long lines and services may be a bit abrupt.
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Enjoy fried chicken at Hanchu
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Hanchu is considered by many Seoulites as the best fried chicken in the city that is operating for more than 20 years already. They obviously mastered the recipe for fried chicken — crispy on the outside, soft and juicy on the inside.
What sets them apart from the competition is that they fry their chicken with pepper inside, a nice change from the usual chicken recipe.
Another popular item on their menu is the Fried Green Pepper stuffed with pork that serves as the perfect companion of your fried chicken; you just don’t want to miss ’em out.
With its fried chicken, stuffed green peppers, cold beer and cozy vibe, Hanchu is also a good spot to enjoy an after-work drinking session with your buddies.
Have some garlic chicken at Banpo Chicken
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One of the granddaddies of Korean fried chicken, Banpo Chicken serves up delicious roasted garlic chicken since its first store in 1976.
It is famous for its roasted garlic chicken — -the meat is roasted first (lessening the fat content), then fried and splashed with their signature garlic sauce.
Unlike other garlic sauce made from garlic powder, Banpo uses crushed whole garlic that results into more pungent and spicy, but addicting flavor. Because of its strong and spicy taste, not to mention its smell, it has become a subject of divided opinion among its customers, some love it while some don’t.
Don’t forget to accompany your chicken with a bottle (or two) of beer.
Pro tip: Banpo Chicken does not have any draft beer, just bottled beer.
Grab some flaming chicken at Oksang Dalbit
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Oksang Dalbit offers delectable fried chicken that is a sure-fire hit among locals and tourists as well.
Order the fried and garlic pepper chicken and you’ll be very sure it is delivered hot because it is literally on fire! The chicken is crispy and well-cooked and you’ll be dousing off the fire before having a bite — -careful it’s hot!
Other must-try menu items include the boneless version of fried and garlic pepper chicken, the garlic pepper chicken and the original fried chicken.
They also offer potato dishes (potato wedges and ) to accompany your KFC (Korean fried chicken).
Pro tip: Get there early as long queues greet customers especially on weekends.
Dance your fried chicken blues away at Reggae Chicken
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Reggae Chicken provides a Jamaican theme vibe and one-of-a-kind delicious fried chicken. You’ll never be disappointed with their signature Reggae Chicken — -hot pieces of crispy fried chicken topped with potato wedges and onion rings — -every bite is bursting with flavors!
Aside from their marvelous chicken, Reggae Chicken also treats you with their fantastic interior with colors of green, yellow and red from all corners (including Bob Marley of course) and blasting with reggae soundtrack.
And oh, your Chimaek experience would not be complete without a chilled bottle of Tsingtao.
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