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Crisp

Fried Chicken Joint$$$$

Lake View East, Chicago

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Crisp

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Ranked #1 for chicken wings in Chicago
The experts at Time Out Chicago and Serious Eats recommend this place
"They make a great Buddha bowl and their sauces are delicious."(13 Tips)
"Get the wings with Seoul Sassy sauce and enjoy your life"(10 Tips)
"Best place for Korean chicken wings in Chicago imo."(11 Tips)
"time but order the Seoul Sassy wings"(8 Tips)

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ChicagoistAugust 1, 2014
Crisp is Lakeview's fried chicken haven. Their Korean style chicken, including the jumbo wings, is available in 4 variations: Plain Jane (sauce-less), BBQ, Buffalo and the crowd favorite, Seoul Sassy. Read more
Serious EatsMay 21, 2013
The chicken comes with a delicate thin crust, which is then tossed in a sweet and sticky soy-ginger glaze and garnished with bits of freshly chopped green onion. The combination is addicting.
Aris GalatisOctober 2, 2017
As I told the cashier, one of the best chicken wings I have ever tasted. If alone, go for 5pcs and follow their suggestion to mix up the flavours. Try "best seller" Seoul Sassy & bbq.
David DerrickAugust 28, 2014
Korean style fried chicken joint with many tasty sauces to choose from! If you don't feel like chicken try the exceptional Buddha bowl with its multitude of veggies!
Karyn ChinAugust 22, 2015
Great korean fried chicken spot. Portions are HUGE! Make sure you are hungry when you come. BYOB which is great except when you get drunk, rowdy patrons taking over the place. Not so great.
Redeye ChicagoMarch 18, 2015
The Seoul Sassy fried chicken is undeniably amazing. It's twice-fried in a pressure cooker, and drizzled with a soy, garlic, and ginger marinade and tossed with crunchy scallions. Read more
@jblaze305October 22, 2016
The place is small but who cares the flavor is big. The option are great , the customer service was epic , even with a line they move fast. I'll be back. The Korean style sauce will make u slap urself
TammyNovember 16, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Crisp BBQ wings are tasty, but sauce can get overwhelming with flavor. Good balance is the the Seoul Sassy. Make sure to dip fries in atomic sauce! Steak sandwich is basically a kalbi sandwich. YUM.
Time Out ChicagoAugust 2, 2014
The Korean-style chicken at this cheery storefront is fresh, good quality and comes slathered in three sauces: a sticky barbecue, a hot sauce–laced buffalo and a sesame-soy glaze dubbed “Seoul Sassy." Read more
Chicago TribuneAugust 1, 2014
The Original Bad Boy Buddha ($8.95) is the medium-sized bowl option, packed with eight vegetables including bean sprouts, carrots and moo, all adding a welcomed crunch. Best to share it with a friend. Read more
AngelaSeptember 26, 2014
By far, the best Korean wings in Chicago. This place really lives up to their name. Crispy chicken no doubt. Seoul Sassy is the way to go. Really friendly service too.
Alice maxNovember 30, 2013
Been here 25+ times
I wanna note that this place is also veggie vegan friendly! The Buddha bowls you can easily get without the egg, the tofu is THE BOMB, and the kimchi (cabbage or radish) is to die for! :D
Redeye ChicagoAugust 3, 2014
It's the tasty Korean fried chicken that will keep you coming back to this addictive eatery. The shop's take on traditional bi bim bop, called the Buddha Bowl, is also popular. Read more
Serious EatsMay 14, 2013
"Seoul Sassy" is a seemingly mild soy, ginger, and garlic based sauce, until you get a few bites in and the heat and sweetness that have been lingering in the back move to the forefront.
Chicago TribuneAugust 1, 2014
The succulent wings at Crisp are certainly what lures you in the door. But the added treat at the Korean-style fried chicken joint in Lakeview is its vibrant bibimbap, here called Buddha Bowls. Read more
Guy SwartzAugust 14, 2019
Everyone knows this is one of the top three best chicken wing joints in the city. It did not disappoint, it never does. Love this place.
Andrea BoboDecember 21, 2016
I had the single chicken sandwich with O-Rings. I will be back because I need to try all the different sauces. More than Chicken.
Allison KaminskiJanuary 3, 2015
Their Buddha bowls are awesome & very large portions! Don't forget to put their "Allison" sauce on it!
Ashok SelvamJune 13, 2011
Been here 5+ times
This is Korean fried chicken. If you like wings, this takes them to the next level with Asian flair and a special frying process that makes them addicting. Try to lunch specials or order some chicken Read more
Kevin LJanuary 5, 2017
Is it just me or their wings and drum sticks are always SO DRY??? Dak in Edgewater does a much better job. Love their sauce tho.
Samantha YJune 27, 2016
Split 5 Sassy Seoul wings and baby buddha bowl with two people. Perfect amount of food.
Joshua HaftelJanuary 22, 2015
Oh my were the wings here good. I'll definitely come back here next time I'm in Chicago.
Stephan GermainJanuary 23, 2016
Korean fried chicken? Yes please! The sides are also good with a great take on Korean recipes. Family style seating
Monica SilvaNovember 11, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Love this place, they have amazing right bowls! I suggest you share a bowl they are largely portioned. Wings are amazing try the Seol flavor my favorite
John WheelerMay 28, 2015
It's all about the Foodie's Choice chicken sandwich. Probably my favorite burger-style chicken sandwich ever.
Jonathan FerreraOctober 31, 2016
The bowls are delicious and service is quick. The wings are a must, however.
Ryan SheelySeptember 1, 2013
One of their wings would count as two at most other places (the serve the whole wing in one piece) so take that into account when you're ordering, or you may get way more food than you were expecting!
Kylie WelchApril 20, 2018
They make a great Buddha bowl and their sauces are delicious.
XinnieAugust 22, 2017
Amagad, you have to try their Seoul sassy and BBQ wings. Best place for Korean chicken wings in Chicago imo.
Lawrence Flack IIMarch 28, 2015
All of the wing flavors are great. Buddha bowls I've tried have a tad bit of sweetness, but do not disappoint.
Jake WilliamsAugust 28, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Don't miss out on the tremendous food at Crisp while up in the Lakeview area. Get the not-so-common sandwich for a great lunch option.
Chefs FeedApril 15, 2016
The barbecue wings at Crisp are super crispy and juicy. They coat the wings in Korean fermented chili paste. Read more
Ryan WallaceAugust 25, 2012
Got the Seoul Sassy Sauce Wings and the Seoul Steak bowl, both were awesome. Be prepared to take some home, the bowls are big.
TammyJuly 30, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Love the seoul sassy. Not too much flavor and just perfect. Try the atomic sauce with your fries! Downside: long wait, not enough tables. Avoid peak dinner times.
KimJanuary 27, 2017
Been here 5+ times
10 whole wings with Seoul Sassy sauce can't be beat, but their Buddha bowls are good too.
NakkiFebruary 26, 2016
SO TASTY!! And these are big wings! They taste amazing when reheated the next day too!
Allison KaminskiJanuary 3, 2015
Their Buddha bowls are awesome and very large portions! Don't forget to put their "Allison" sauce on it!
Jeff EarlyNovember 24, 2015
Fried chicken. Oriental fried chicken is the best . Ours is good but theirs is better! Fries are amazing!
Avery AlchekNovember 3, 2016
Amazing Korean fried chicken or wings! No one does it better. Their sauces are amazing.
Sarah B.May 24, 2012
Been here 5+ times
OMG!! Great korean chicken wings.... worth our 95 mile drive from Milwaukee!! Big, meaty wings with great Seoul Sassy Sauce!
J LeeJune 29, 2012
Whole chicken 2 sides and 2 Cans of soda from the cooler on the left, for 19.99 =21.95 with tax is an awesome deal. Savings up to 7 bucks......sweeet
Zach SmithNovember 17, 2015
Great take on wings. The wings are huge and full of flavor with an Asian twist.
Stephanie SimonSeptember 1, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Best fried chicken in the city. Get the whole chicken with Seoul sassy and take home the extra.
Steve PeternellJanuary 17, 2011
I've tried the Seoul Sassy and Spicy Wings and they've both been phenomenal - do yourself a favor and try one of, if not both, of these wing varieties
Tina DavisJune 11, 2013
Best wings EVER!!!! I recommend sitting by the front window. Super cramped and crowded. They really need to build an addition.
Steve PeternellAugust 15, 2011
You don't have to have it all the time but order the Seoul Sassy wings at least once in your life (once you try it once you'll be hooked)
Jeff WDecember 1, 2015
This place is absolutely delicious! However, I usually don't end up getting fried chicken…
Rigo BanuelosDecember 29, 2016
Wings were crispy and very tasty. I like that the barbeque sauce isn't sweet.
Raed MansourSeptember 14, 2014
If it wasn't for all the 20 something's, hipsters, dirty tables, chicken bones on the floor and a greased up BBQ sauced door handle, this place would be great.
L KOctober 7, 2017
The wings are BIG! 5 is plenty for dinner. 10 if you’re sharing.

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