Otoké Chicken Review: New Korean Fried Chicken Fast Food Joint With Seaweed Fries Opens In Orchard

I dare not proclaim myself as “the champ” of fried chicken, but I do nurse a soft spot for it. With its crunchy skin and buttery goodness, this not-so-guilty pleasure regularly appears on my dinner plate. A popular fast-food chain in Vietnam, the place has earned a loyal following with their hearty Korean fried chicken.

Food at Otoké Chicken Fried chicken is the name of the game at Otoké Chicken. More than just original and crispy, they have a selection of sauces to go with your chicken including Spicy , Soy Garlic , or Black Pepper Sauce .

Delivered daily from the farm, their chicken impresses with its juicy and succulent bite. While the fried chicken is flavourful on its own, the Soy Garlic sauce adds depth with its robust tang.

The Soy Garlic and Spicy Sauce Fried Chicken may seem like two peas in a pod, but they are as different as chalk and cheese. Don’t be fooled by the unassuming appearance of the Spicy sauce, as it packs a devilish burn.

If you can’t handle the heat but relish an injection of piquancy, the Black Pepper Sauce Fried Chicken offers a suitable middle ground. Bolstered by a tinge of sweetness, the peppery kick of the sauce supports – instead of overpowers – the savoury meat.

Complete your meal with their Shaked French Fries ($2.80/$3.50) , which comes with either Cheese or Seaweed . To get a good bang for the buck, drop by between 11am to 2pm and enjoy their Saver Lunch ($6.50) set. Though it’s peppered with slices of kimchi, it lacks the characteristic pungency of the element.

That being said, given the chilli flakes swimming in the broth, we recommend slowly drinking the soup. 10 Low-Key Orchard Food Gems To Impress Your Friends At Your Next Gathering Ambience at Otoké Chicken Unlike most fast food chains, Otoké Chicken doesn’t have an independent store. Even if a small line of seats is reserved for their diners, it’s best to search for spots in the food court.

However, be prepared to jostle for seats as Asia Food Mall is popular with both tourists and office workers during lunch. The verdict Otoké Chicken may be the new kid in town, but their fried chicken can proudly stand alongside more popular brands.

The crust is shatteringly crispy, the meat deliciously tender, and best of all, the quotations are affordable. And given our shared love for all things fried chicken , I’m sure many of us are excited for future stores to open. 10 Fried Chicken Dishes From Around The World Including Nashville Hot Chicken Address: 304 Orchard Road, #B1-38, Lucky Plaza, Asia Food Mall, Singapore 238863 Opening hours: Daily 9am to 10pm Tel: 8816 8468 Website Otoké Chicken is not halal-certified, but their food contains no pork nor lard. This post is brought to you by Otoké Chicken.