bb.q Chicken Quail Hill (Irvine)

The food was fantastic! The chicken fried rice was phenomenal! The fresh jalapenos in the rice gave it a great heat level and umami flavor.

Very expensive, does not make sense that you can not ask for more then one flavor when ordering a larger quantity

Excellent and Authentic Korean Fried Chicken
The global phenomenon of Korean fried chicken has set an incredibly high bar for flavor and texture, and bb.q Chicken in Quail Hill consistently rises to the occasion, establishing itself as a fantastic local spot. For anyone seeking a high-quality and truly authentic experience, this is a benchmark for how it should be done. They have their cooking process absolutely dialed in, delivering on the promise of what makes this style of chicken so revered worldwide.
The magic is in the batter and the fry. The chicken achieves that signature, shatteringly crisp exterior that crackles with every single bite—a clear testament to a masterful cooking process. Yet, beneath that wonderfully light and airy crust, the chicken inside remains incredibly juicy and tender every time. It’s a brilliant textural contrast that they nail consistently, creating a final product that never feels heavy or greasy.
Choosing the Golden Original is like a litmus test for any great chicken spot, and here it passes with flying colors. It allows you to fully appreciate the clean flavor of the poultry and the expertly seasoned, delicate crust. However, venturing into their sauced varieties is where another level of fun begins. The Secret Sauce is a standout, offering a beautifully balanced sweet and spicy glaze that clings to every nook and cranny of the crispy batter without ever compromising its crunch. It’s sticky, addictive, and delicious. Pairing any order with their pickled radish is essential; the cool, tangy crunch provides the perfect counterpoint.
Overall, it's our delicious and reliable choice whenever we're craving top-notch Korean fried chicken. We're always happy with our meal here and would definitely recommend it to any enthusiast.

Sweet potato fries are amazing.

The chicken was delicious, but they didn’t include the pickled radish. Do I have to order it separately? Pickled radish is really important to me, so I was a bit disappointed

The secret sauce is delicious! My kids love them!

I think I was coming towards the end of the night, but even though it was later, they really made sure that I had a good experience.

The guy that helped me gave me really good recommendations and answered questions I had since I hadn’t been there before.

I would definitely like to come again, especially on a lunch break :-)

Everything I’ve tried has been amazing, always cooked perfectly crisp and flavorful! The staff is always so nice and helpful!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Taste is just perfect and the service has been fantastic. Wish the portions were a bit more thou. 😅

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Always punctually ready for food pickups

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Great & best bbq chicken ever ,

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Honestly…..it’s the best fried chicken on planet earth. Worth the price. Always hot, crispy, and fresh! GOAT!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Korean Fried Chicken

I always wait more than 30 minutes in this restaurant for the food delivery.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Horrible service

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Very slow

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1