Discover Crispy Korean fried chicken(치킨) in Seoul

If crispy chicken is tonight’s mood, kick off with another kind of crackle: bark that shatters on slow-smoked meats, juices pooling under a glossy sauce. The hum of Itaewon, the hiss of the plancha, and a trio of sides make it easy for groups who split between fried-chicken cravings and smoky comfort. Reviewers love the generous platter set and the duo of sauces that hit sweet, tangy, and spicy notes without masking the meat.

• Order this: Mixed meat platter and both house sauces; pair with a cold beer for that chi-maek spirit.

A five-minute stroll from Noksapyeong Station, this modern bistro is where you slip after the last crispy wing: moody lights, neatly spaced tables, and sauces built on Hanwoo stock and mirepoix simmered for hours. The result is flavor that comforts without heaviness—exactly the calm you want after a lively chi-maek session.

• Order this: Perilla oil chamnamul pasta and mascarpone ice cream to close the night on a silky-smooth note.

When the fried-chicken line is long, duck into this tiny, heartfelt kitchen where one chef cooks everything—carefully, slowly, and without additives. The pastas arrive steaming, edges glossy with emulsion, the kind of warmth that steadies an evening before you chase crunch again a few blocks over.

• Order this: Ask the chef for a duo of signature pastas; bring a favorite bottle (first corkage waived).

Cross the bridge to Hannam for fresh, clean flavors and a modern setting that works for any gathering. Lunch brings bright, superfood-driven plates; dinner shifts to a wine-first mood where textures are crisp where they should be and tender where it matters.

• Order this: A light brunch salad by day; by night, let the sommelier steer a glass with French-inflected small plates.

A “Neutral New Brunch” that feels light without being timid—eggs with plush centers, crisped edges on toast, and a room that glows softly into dinner. If your chi-maek plans are later, this is the perfect warm-up plate and a reliable dinner reservation slot in Gangnam.

• Order this: House egg plates and a glass of wine at dusk; book the 17:00 or 19:00 dinner slots on CATCHTABLE.

A convivial Italian table built for sharing—think blistered pizza crusts, pasta that clings to sauce, and the wood-fire aroma that makes everyone reach in at once. It’s the soft landing for a crew before or after a crunchy chicken detour nearby.

• Order this: A set for the table plus a bonus pizza; it scales beautifully for big groups.

For anniversaries that begin with fried-chicken laughter and end with a tuxedoed toast, this complex cultural space delivers: live jazz on weekends, elegant rooms, and polished service. Objective note from diners: during large simultaneous events, some plates may arrive less hot—but quality, plating, and tenderness stay high.

• Order this: A classic steak course; ask about private rooms for business or family celebrations.

A chic-but-cozy dining bar that feels tailor-made for date nights after a fun, crunchy detour. The cooking highlights produce-driven flavor with depth; plating shows care, and the wine pairings knit everything together.

• Order this: Chef’s main and dessert with a bottle chosen to match your mood.

Ten minutes from Mullae, this friendly spot serves handmade gnocchi, pasta, and salads designed to play well with wine—but you don’t need to drink to feel welcome. It’s a relaxed table to extend a chicken night into easy conversation.

• Order this: Signature gnocchi and a seasonal salad; add a pour if you’re in the mood.

End your crispy adventure with a polished nightcap: a third-floor public salon guided by Crystal Wine Group, and a quieter, member-focused second floor. Sommelier service keeps bottles in peak condition, while chef Jang Jin-mo’s food makes each sip feel inevitable.

• Order this: A tasting flight matched to a small chef’s bite; choose 3F for open access, 2F for member quiet.