Bonchon - Chicago

I had been waiting for this place to open since I heard it was coming to Chicago. Finally got in while they are still going through their soft opening. I waited over an hour but hey it is a soft opening. The place is small. I hear they are opening in Wicker Park. Do US a favor and pick a bigger place. Now the chicken was, and I mean this with all sincerity, some of the best fried chicken I have ever had. I ordered a 15 piece combo with both flavors. The sweet sticky spicy was an excellent compliment to the soy garlic. Crisp and delicious skin rich in flavor and crunch. I would and will always order both. I didn't eat all i bought but pop the leftovers in a oven at 350°F and it's good eating all over again. Service was good and just enough amount of attentiveness. Blake the manager was a cool guy. Now I will tell you they use a text service to let you know a table is ready should you come when there is a crowd (Which I expect will always be the case). Well if you have AT&T you might not get service down there. The signal become almost non existent I personally cannot wait to return and I'm bringing a hoard of food loving friends. I will be seeing you soon. It is a bit pricey but as a treat every now and then, price is not an issue.

I recommend this place because I’ve never tried Korean chicken before and I tried it and it was definitely delicious

I loved it. The fried chicken was delicious and very crispy. We also split tacos and glass noodles. All of the food was wonderful, I can't wait to go back!

First off, I love Korean food. My favorites are 비빔밥, 잡채, 김밥 and 김치. I forgot where I first saw that Bonchon was opening in Chicago but I was really excited to try it with my boyfriend. We've tried in the past to go but never worked with our schedules. Today after church we happened to be in the area and it was perfect for us to stop by. We walked up and it was a little tricky to get in because it was so busy BUT we were quickly escorted to a table! That was awesome. We saw other parties had a 20-40 minute wait but maybe because we were only 2 people we got a table much faster. Our server was SUPER nice (tall guy with pony tail) and he was really helpful. I am a vegetarian and gluten free so the tofu bibimbop was my go to today. They didn't bring me my 고추장 but after we requested some they brought it BEST veggies and hot stone bibimbop ever. I really love Del Seoul's version in Lincoln Park but Bonchon's version is now my favorite. My boyfriend ordered spicy combo chicken and he said it was really good. We will be back soon. Thank you!!!

The food was delicious and the waiter was very helpful and kind. Can't wait to go there again.