Another Korean Fried Chicken joint has come to San Diego, and they're definitely making a name for themselves with their variety of sauces, chicken selections, and quality ingredients. I'm a huge Korean Fried Chicken fiend, so I welcome more businesses, especially if they deliver delicious...
Read MoreAnother Korean Fried Chicken joint has come to San Diego, and they're definitely making a name for themselves with their variety of sauces, chicken selections, and quality ingredients. I'm a huge Korean Fried Chicken fiend, so I welcome more businesses, especially if they deliver delicious food like Pelicana!
- PARKING -
The lot is quite small, and seems always to be filled with 1 or 2 spots open for the times I've been here. There is an adjacent side street that I believe you can street park on.
- SERVICE/ENVIRONMENT -
Huge open indoor seating area, with your typical 4-6 person tables, some high tables, and a few bar seats. There's also an outdoor patio area, but it wasn't open the last time we came in. They have several big TV screens - perfect for current events with the World Cup going on! A waiter will greet you when you walk in, and show you to your table. Our waitress was absolutely amazing - super attentive and kept checking in on us multiple times. The food service has improved tremendously since their soft opening, with all of our items coming out at a very fast rate!
- FOOD -
Original Fried Chicken (Half 9pcs - $15.00): The OG, plain fried chicken! Nice crispy batter - for the texture, think battered smooth onion rings. The chicken was very moist and juicy inside, even though the outside is crisp! We also got a few sauces on the side - I love my spice, and the Hot Spicy was my personal favorite, but the Signature and Smoky Hot were delicious as well.
Crispy Fried Chicken (Half 9pcs - $16.00): I personally like the Crispy Fried Chicken more than the Original - there's something about the extra crunch that is AMAZING. The big thing is that the chicken isn't overly oily either! Once again, the chicken inside is kept juicy.
Crispy Fried Chicken Wings, Garlic (9pcs - $17.00): I also wanted to try their Chicken Wings, as well as a sauce that is mixed in. Garlic and Soy are not available to be sauces on the side, so I definitely wanted to try one of those. If you like Garlic, you'll LOVE this. Perfect amount of sauce that doesn't take away from the crispy skin, but still a delicious coating on top!
Ddukbokki ($15.00): A classic, fan-favorite for all Korean food lovers. Usually I get this only when I'm craving it, and I was craving it this time around! I don't usually have high expectations, but they cooked their rice cakes perfectly! Just the right amount of chewiness! This was definitely spicier than other Ddukbokki I've had at other places, but again, I love my spice! Just beware if you're not used to some heat!
Cheese Buldak ($25.00): Spicy/Fire Chicken with cheese on top. There's Chicken, Bell Peppers, Onions, all mixed in a firey sauce with delicious melty cheese covering it all. Perfect for those cheese pulls around your chicken wings! This is quite pricey, but I'm glad I tried it at least once! I may not get it too often unless I'm with a group to share with.
They have a fairly good selection of Draft Beer! They also have Soju available here... so you know you want to have Somaek (Soju + Beer) with your Chicken!
- OVERALL -
Definitely the crispiest/crunchiest Korean Fried Chicken I've had in San Diego. Although their prices are a bit higher, the quality and taste does make up for the extra few dollars. I would 100% recommend you get the Crispy Fried Chicken for the extra crunch, but maybe try the Original side-by-side if it's your first time!
Identifies as Asian-owned 
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