Overall decent but if you’re expecting classing Chinese-Korean flavors, you’ll be disappointed. Restaurants is close by and I was craving this style of food. Service was good and the place is basic fast food - simple decor.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Bilal Mahmood
For takeout, it can’t be beat.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joe Gravelle
The mushroom Mapo dumplings had a really nice má flavor, and the pickled cucumbers were also very tasty
Alberto Rascon
An interesting Chinese-Korean fusion concept with friendly staff. Upon entering Chiko, I was promptly greeted and handed a menu. Having heard rave reviews about the “orange-ish” chicken, I decided to try it myself. The food arrived quickly, and the dish had an inviting aroma that gave me high hopes. I added the provided sauce liberally to my chicken, but after a few bites, I found it to be crunchier than I’d anticipated, which threw me off. The actual chicken pieces were minimal, with most of the dish consisting of the crispy coating, which was a bit disappointing.
While the staff member did mention it would be on the crispier side, I expected more chicken meat in the dish. The white rice served alongside it only halfway filled me up, as I left much of the crisp coating aside. Although I appreciated the unique twist on the classic orange chicken, I would have preferred a better balance between the chicken and crispiness.
Overall, Chiko offers a welcoming service (and amazing music), but the orange-ish chicken, in my opinion, was interesting yet ultimately not something I’d order again.
Vegetarian options: There are vegetarian options available.
Dietary restrictions: Ask a member of staff for any dietary restrictions.
Parking: Paid street parking.
Kid-friendliness: This restaurant is kid friendly.
Wheelchair accessibility: This is a wheelchair accessible restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Matt Jex
I've only ever ordered takeout, but the food I've gotten has been pretty good. When the menu says spicy, it means spicy, just fyi. The spring rolls and lamb stir fry are my favorite. The entire logo/design of the restaurant is super endearing as well.
Dietary restrictions: Definitely willing to accomodate
Parking: 8th street is near impossible to find a spot, but there's neighborhood parking around that's not too far away
Wow. Amazing food, generous portions, not too expensive and lots of vegetarian options ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: House Fried Rice
David Slayback
Restaurant week spread for $40, tried the pickled daikon, cold peanut noodles, lamb stir fry, and strawberry dessert. A bit more than I planned to spend, but it's 2 meals for me! Both noodle dishes were particularly rich and flavorful, the strawberry cake thing was pretty solid too, though not at that level. Service was quick and quite friendly!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Noodles, Cumin Lamb Stir Fry
Maizy Brasher
Checked out CHIKO for their restaurant week dinner menu, which was 4 courses for $40. It was a great chance to try a bunch of different things, and everything we tried was delicious! The kimchi was some of the best I've had. The entre portions were large, and both the orange-ish chicken and the house fried rice were great. I liked that the orange chicken was not too sweet and syrupy like orange chicken at some American Chinese restaurants, and the fried rice was generous with the meat. I can't speak to their regular menu or the standard prices, but I will be back for sure!
The food here is wildly good. Huge portion sizes that are packed with flavor. We got the orange chicken which was really unique and delicious. More of a fast food style place so would just come hungry for a quick meal!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Mitchell Kramer
Okay, this was really good actually. You can tell there's a lot of heart in the food and the service was excellent. The special crab ragoon was super great.
My friend and I loved our time here! First, Michal was so accommodating and has a warm presence. You can always tell a meal will be excellent when servers take their time to explain the menu. Second, my friend and I do not eat meat so the chef was able to make alterations which we really appreciated! Third, the food and flavors complemented each so well! We got the sample platter which included the scallion potatoes, rice, tofu, dumplings, eggs and cucumbers. We also got the sesame blueberry waffle. *chef’s kiss* I most definitely recommend coming here!
I ordered a cumin lamb noodle dish….tasted sweet & had measly lamb shreds. The cucumber ginger lemonade had 0 ginger kick to it - though the cucumber was refreshing; if you order a drink without ice, you’ll get 1/2 a glass - wasn’t given an option to pay for a full glass. The shrimp dumplings and chicken spring rolls were good. Outdoor seating is nice in the summer. Menu changes from lunch to dinner at 3pm (went on a Sunday).
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 4
Natasha
The food was top tier! The pork and kimchi potstickers, the garlic shrimp dumplings and the Korean noddles were amazing! Such a great meal, would highly recommend.
Overall decent but if you’re expecting classing Chinese-Korean flavors, you’ll be disappointed. Restaurants is close by and I was craving this style of food. Service was good and the place is basic fast food - simple decor.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
For takeout, it can’t be beat.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The mushroom Mapo dumplings had a really nice má flavor, and the pickled cucumbers were also very tasty
An interesting Chinese-Korean fusion concept with friendly staff. Upon entering Chiko, I was promptly greeted and handed a menu. Having heard rave reviews about the “orange-ish” chicken, I decided to try it myself. The food arrived quickly, and the dish had an inviting aroma that gave me high hopes. I added the provided sauce liberally to my chicken, but after a few bites, I found it to be crunchier than I’d anticipated, which threw me off. The actual chicken pieces were minimal, with most of the dish consisting of the crispy coating, which was a bit disappointing.
While the staff member did mention it would be on the crispier side, I expected more chicken meat in the dish. The white rice served alongside it only halfway filled me up, as I left much of the crisp coating aside. Although I appreciated the unique twist on the classic orange chicken, I would have preferred a better balance between the chicken and crispiness.
Overall, Chiko offers a welcoming service (and amazing music), but the orange-ish chicken, in my opinion, was interesting yet ultimately not something I’d order again.
Vegetarian options: There are vegetarian options available.
Dietary restrictions: Ask a member of staff for any dietary restrictions.
Parking: Paid street parking.
Kid-friendliness: This restaurant is kid friendly.
Wheelchair accessibility: This is a wheelchair accessible restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
I've only ever ordered takeout, but the food I've gotten has been pretty good. When the menu says spicy, it means spicy, just fyi. The spring rolls and lamb stir fry are my favorite. The entire logo/design of the restaurant is super endearing as well.
Dietary restrictions: Definitely willing to accomodate
Parking: 8th street is near impossible to find a spot, but there's neighborhood parking around that's not too far away
Kid-friendliness: Very much so
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: House Fried Rice, Orange Chicken, Cumin Lamb Stir Fry
Wow. Amazing food, generous portions, not too expensive and lots of vegetarian options ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: House Fried Rice
Restaurant week spread for $40, tried the pickled daikon, cold peanut noodles, lamb stir fry, and strawberry dessert. A bit more than I planned to spend, but it's 2 meals for me! Both noodle dishes were particularly rich and flavorful, the strawberry cake thing was pretty solid too, though not at that level. Service was quick and quite friendly!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Noodles, Cumin Lamb Stir Fry
Checked out CHIKO for their restaurant week dinner menu, which was 4 courses for $40. It was a great chance to try a bunch of different things, and everything we tried was delicious! The kimchi was some of the best I've had. The entre portions were large, and both the orange-ish chicken and the house fried rice were great. I liked that the orange chicken was not too sweet and syrupy like orange chicken at some American Chinese restaurants, and the fried rice was generous with the meat. I can't speak to their regular menu or the standard prices, but I will be back for sure!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: House Fried Rice, Sichuan Spicy Cucumbers, Wings, Orange Chicken, Shrimp Dumplings
The food here is wildly good. Huge portion sizes that are packed with flavor. We got the orange chicken which was really unique and delicious. More of a fast food style place so would just come hungry for a quick meal!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Okay, this was really good actually. You can tell there's a lot of heart in the food and the service was excellent. The special crab ragoon was super great.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Great service. We don’t live here but if we did we would get takeout here for sure
All amazing ? but if you don’t believe me, come and check it out, you won’t regret it and you can thanks me later OK bye-bye .
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Brisket, House Fried Rice, Chiko Brussels Sprouts, Orange Chicken, Kimchi Stew
My friend and I loved our time here! First, Michal was so accommodating and has a warm presence. You can always tell a meal will be excellent when servers take their time to explain the menu. Second, my friend and I do not eat meat so the chef was able to make alterations which we really appreciated! Third, the food and flavors complemented each so well! We got the sample platter which included the scallion potatoes, rice, tofu, dumplings, eggs and cucumbers. We also got the sesame blueberry waffle. *chef’s kiss*
I most definitely recommend coming here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sichuan Spicy Cucumbers, Sauce
I ordered a cumin lamb noodle dish….tasted sweet & had measly lamb shreds. The cucumber ginger lemonade had 0 ginger kick to it - though the cucumber was refreshing; if you order a drink without ice, you’ll get 1/2 a glass - wasn’t given an option to pay for a full glass. The shrimp dumplings and chicken spring rolls were good. Outdoor seating is nice in the summer. Menu changes from lunch to dinner at 3pm (went on a Sunday).
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 4
The food was top tier! The pork and kimchi potstickers, the garlic shrimp dumplings and the Korean noddles were amazing! Such a great meal, would highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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