Ample time to build a monstrous appetite while looking around the dining room at all the happy families and groups of young people enjoying their meals.
An order of half hot and half regular was soon placed and we were told it would take 20 minutes. When we saw that the menu proudly proclaimed fried chicken and beer, we knew were in the right place. We settled into our pastel pink plastic chair in the cheery orange dining room. Just as we expected there was a grand opening banner draped across the entrance of Kyochon. A week later we ventured once more into the chicken-laden stretch of Northern Boulevard this time with the address in our shirt pocket. With any luck, Kyochon might even have a liquour license. At first we were upset, but soon we realized that we’d have the chance to consume even more prize poultry. Upon leaving, a smug smile crossed our lips as we noticed a KFC across the street.Ī few hours later, a glance at the Times food section revealed our error. The only thing missing was an ice-cold beer. As we downed wing after wing in a dining room decorated with posters of a betoqued Korean chef holding a drumstick with one hand and a platter of same with the other, we were certain that we were eating in the granddaddy of Korean fried chicken restaurants. Gothamist has always been surprised by the relative lack of heat in spicy Korean fried chicken, given the incendiary nature of spicy tofu stew. Our order came to the table in a blaze orange pan along with the obligatory side of cubes pickled daikon and a wee bucket to dispose of the bones in.Īs with most Korean fried chicken, it was juicy, crunchy and not greasy at all. So when we came upon Kyedong, with its grand opening sign, we marched right in and ordered some wings half soy-garlic and half spicy. Surely there couldn't be more than one new chicken place on the same stretch of Northern Boulevard. store, we hopped on the 7 to Main Street and strolled down Northern Boulevard salivating with expectation at eating at what some consider to be the chain that first brought Korean fried chicken to the States. Having recently read about the opening of Kyochon's second U.S. Which is exactly what happened on the day we set out to eat at Kyochon. So popular are these purveyors of tasty poultry and beer that's it's possible to mistake one for another. Given the exquisite taste of Korean fried chicken, we find such highfalutin packaging appropriate. All sport eye-catching logos that emblazon both the walls and the stylish takeout bags, which impart the vibe of having visited a fried-chicken boutique. There are at least a half-dozen spots, including a branch of Bon Chon. The number of restaurants in the nabe serving this delicacy invites comparison to the growth of Starbucks, but in a better, less evil way. But nowhere else in our fair city has this highly cravable treat spread its wings so rapidly as in Flushing, particularly around Northern Boulevard in the 150s and 160s. ***Private Karaoke Rooms are also available.Korean fried chicken has been on the radar of Manhattan foodies for quite some time, thanks to Koreatown's Bon Chon. Come on by, unwind, and indulge in some classic Korean comfort food and drinks! So whether it’s for happy hour, date night, drinks on the town, a birthday bash, a last minute dinner, or just because you feel like it – we have you covered. Our diverse menu boasts high quality ingredients and pairs perfectly with your drink of choice. Our food combines the familiar dishes you know and love with a touch of something new. Chimek is the abbreviated term that combines the word "chicken" and maekju, the Korean word for beer. Anju is the Korean word for foods paired with alcohol.
The casual menu is rooted in the Korean traditions of anju and chimek. Whether shared over wine, spirits, or our signature beer towers: it’s not only about the food or drinks at the table but also about the ambiance, the company, the laughs you share, and the flavorful bites in between.
Turntable LP Bar & Karaoke strives to create a refined but warm atmosphere that elevates your entire dining experience. Turntable LP Bar was inspired by our love of music, which is reflected in its carefully curated interior lined with vinyls, album covers, and vintage stereo equipment. Hidden away in the heart of Midtown, Turntable LP Bar & Karaoke is a trendy but casual Korean gastropub that radiates a welcoming and laid back vibe.
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