The wave of Korean Fried Chicken has seemed to hit Melbourne and while there have been praises sung about Gami and their 'KFC', I have never felt that it was that great. The reason behind this is due to Chickilia. Chickilia is a tiny, hidden food shop at the back of a Korean grocery store in an alleyway in Glen Waverley. It is easy to glance over and the only reason people know about Chickilia is mainly because (A) they walk through the Korean grocery to the back and see it or (B) through raves from friends.
Normally, we order a small serve of Honey Soy Chicken and a small serve of Hot Chilli Chicken with a side of pickles. The Honey Soy Chicken is delightful balance of salty soy and sweet honey, but the best thing about Chickilia? The freaking crispy chicken skin. Onto the Hot Chilli Chicken - it has the fiery korean kick of spice that is temporarily subdued by the pickled radishes. These chilli chicken wings will have you mopping your brow and reaching for more despite the spiciness. The pickled radishes are addictive and help allay the spice factor and cleanse the palate.
Hot Chilli Chicken, Honey Soy Chicken & Pickled Radish
The flavours of the chicken pieces are delicious, the skin is crispy and inside it is juicy and just cooked.
Food: 8.5/10
Service: 8/10
Value: 6.5/10
Will I return? Yes, this is my go-to place for Korean Fried Chicken. So addictive!
Chickilia
259 Springvale Rd
Glen Waverley VIC 3150
(03) 9886 3851
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Wah, I used to live so close and never knew!! *sobs*
ReplyDeleteHehe only 10 minutes away from me ;)
Deleteaish too far away! any place in the cbd where you can recommend?
ReplyDeleteThere are a few in the city I think. Everyone seems to like Gami which I think is just okay. Hallah on victoria St also has it but I've never tried :)
DeleteYou should try the Korean fried chicken at Tarng on A'Beckett St. Also, Mook Ji Bar on Lonsdale St has a yummy KFC too!
DeleteThanks for the recs!! Just added them to my wishlist - I'll be sure to go there next time for KFC!
DeleteGreat review!! Haha im also a great fan of the tiny hidden shops chicken!! Heard that they are gonna open in CBD :P
DeleteOh really? That's great to hear, I'm looking forward to it! I hope it's near my workplace :)
DeleteI've been told that Mook Ji Bar are owned by the same people as Chickilia! Service there isn't as friendly, but chicken still very good (:
ReplyDeleteOo yes Ant above recommended Mook Ji Bar and I looked it up and read somewhere that it is the same people as Chickilia. Saw it when I visited Mamak yesterday so I must visit soon now I know where it is. Thanks :)
DeleteHello, I am the new owner of this place.Please come visit and try our new dishes!
ReplyDeleteHi there, thanks I have been meaning to return so will check out the new place.
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