Restaurant Story

Chicken Chingu first opened days before the COVID-19 lockdown in Metro Manila back in March 2020. Born out of a love for fried chicken, delicious and high-quality dishes, and the Hallyu wave in the Philippines, Chicken Chingu is known for their perfectly double-fried boneless Korean fried chicken, bold flavors, and crave-worthy combos.

“From a humble dream born during the pandemic to a brand embraced by #ChinguNation, our journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. This milestone wouldn’t be possible without the unwavering support of our loyal customers since 2020. Their love, passion, and enthusiasm are at the heart of our success, and this celebration is our way of giving back,” said Chef Marc Justin Tee, General Manager & Co-Owner of Chicken Chingu.

Currently celebrating their fifth Chingu-versary, Chicken Chingu is offering their #ChinguNation some exclusive offers, in-store surprises, and unforgettable moments as a way to say thank you for all their support.

Vibe and Venue

The branch at NU Mall of Asia is smaller than most of their dine-in locations, but it’s not too cramped to feel like you’ve no space. Chicken Chingu’s signature colors — red and yellow — are accented with wood tables that give off a friendly, no-frills vibe.

Chicken Chingu’s largest dine-in location is at Ayala Malls Cloverleaf. Other dine-in locations are at Biz Terreno Building Sct. Torillo, Quezon City, You.Suites, Recto, and SMDC Green Mall, Taft.

The Menu

Chicken Chingu prides itself on having delicious and high-quality boneless Korean fried chicken and comfort food items that make them a favorite for many. Their bestseller is their Boneless Korean Fried Chicken with numerous flavor options.

Aside from their Chingu Combos and Chingu Feast Bundles, they also offer a la carte items, for sharing options, snacks, side dishes, and beverages like their Iteawon Iced Tea.

For their Chingu flavors, they have Original, Honey Soy, Spicy Yangneom, Jack Daniels, Buffalo Blue Cheese, Crunchy Garlic, Butter Parmesan, Sriracha, and K-BBQ.

The Cost

Chicken Chingu is budget-friendly, offering combos and bundles for any party size. The Chingu Combos have a price range of P169 to P239, with the option to upgrade their drinks or rice for P35 each.

Theira la carte menu — boneless fried chicken, bulgogi, beef stew, pork/chicken katsu, and pork/chicken katsudon — ranges from P139 to P 209, with for-sharing options costing P319. Their French fries snack options are priced from P139, and their extra side dishes have prices ranging from P25 to P69.

What We Tried

Our mukbang for the day was the Mukbang Feast Bundle, which included approximately 28 pieces of Chicken Chingu’s boneless Korean fried chicken in four flavors: Butter Parmesan, Honey Soy, Jack Daniel’s, and Spicy Yangnyeom. The bundle also included Bulgogi, two kinds of dip (Cheese and Aioli), rice, and their Iteawon Iced Tea with Sinkers.

We also had the opportunity to try Chicken Chingu’s limited-time flavor, Jeju Orange Chicken, which they described as their take on the popular Chinese-American fried chicken dish.

Our mukbang began with a taste of the Butter Parmesan-flavored chicken, an interesting twist to the usual Garlic Parmesan flavor we’d see in other restaurants. The flavor profile is both rich and sharp — with the richness of the butter blending in perfectly with the sharp and strong taste of parmesan cheese.

Next was the Honey Soy flavor, which was simply a perfect balance of sweet and umami. Each bite was delightful, with the caramelized honey and deep, savory soy sauce creating a delicious harmony of flavors that you’d go back to every time.

The popularity of the Jack Daniel’s flavor is well-deserved; it is an indulgently rich flavor, with a bold, smoky kick that elevates the crispy chicken. If you’re looking for a barbecue-like flavor to your meal, then the Jack Daniel’s flavor is what you should be choosing.

No Korean fried chicken tasting would be complete without the Spicy Yangnyeom flavor. The heat isn’t just there for the sake of the spice — the flavor is thoughtfully layered, never overpowering any other flavors. It’s authentically Korean, striking a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and tangy, with a fiery kick wrapping up the entire experience.

Finally, the Jeju Orange flavor is satisfyingly sweet and tangy and fits the palates of Filipinos. The citrusy flavors of the sauce are perfect with the crunchiness of the chicken, and each has a pleasing taste. It’s a new flavor, and there’s a reason why it’s become so popular even though it’s only available for a limited time.

Chicken Chingu’s boneless fried chicken is irresistibly flavorful, delivering a satisfying crunch and burst of taste in every bite until the very last.

Their Bulgogi also lives up to the hype, being a perfect balance between savory, sweet, and subtly smoky flavors. When paired with rice, it becomes even more satisfying, leaving you craving for more with every bite.

The Iteawon Iced Tea rounds up the meal with a refreshingly sweet taste. It’s a good palate cleanser to your meal if you’re looking to try other flavors, with its sweetness not too overpowering, and its sinkers adding another dimension to your drink.

Locations: Multiple Locations

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