CM Chicken - Reviews

My experience at the restaurant was centered around the chicken. I found it to be quite good, especially considering it's in Seattle. While I've had better chicken elsewhere, this offering was definitely a positive aspect of my visit.

I had a delicious experience at Chungman Chicken, which I first enjoyed in Chicago. I was so happy and pleased to find that Chungman Chicken has opened in Seattle. The taste was exactly the same as the Chungman Chicken I first discovered and ate in Chicago. The crispy yet cracker-like texture of the batter, unique to Chungman Chicken, and my favorite menu items, Spicy Garlic (Yangnyeom Chicken) and Snow Onion, tasted just as I remembered. It seems to have opened in the summer of 2025, and I've been eating there consistently every two months. As time has passed, the management has improved and gotten better, so now I am satisfied not only with the food but also with the service. I especially remember the pickled radish (chikinmu) because it was so delicious. If the pickled radish is good, I highly recommend asking for more!

Overall, I had a very good experience at the restaurant. The food was fantastic, as expected from the CM chain. The atmosphere was quite pleasant, with music that wasn't too loud. The servers were kind and attentive, which was a pleasant surprise compared to other reviews. The food also came out faster than we thought. I would come and try other menus more often if I lived closer.

I drove all the way from the East Side to try this new Korean Fried Chicken spot, but unfortunately it was closed despite Google showing they were open. No staff were on site, and there was no sign or notice explaining the closure or adjusted hours. It was pretty disappointing, especially after waiting around for 10 minutes hoping someone might show up. I really hope they update their online hours or post a sign if they’re opening late. It would prevent situations like this. For now, I recommend calling ahead before making the trip.

My experience at this restaurant featured some truly delicious chicken, with tenders boasting the same satisfyingly crispy breading as the wings. The spicy garlic sauce was a standout, reminiscent of classic Korean fried chicken sauces. While the snow onion sauce was decent, it had a distinct taste akin to macaroni salad dressing. Unfortunately, the mala seasoning missed the mark, tasting primarily of cumin. The fries were a major disappointment; they seemed stale and were largely inedible, suggesting they had been prepared well in advance. I also found the pricing for extra sauces to be quite high, adding $2-$3 per sauce. The atmosphere received a 4-star rating, primarily because the lights were a bit too bright.

My experience at the restaurant was mixed. The food was fine, but the wait time was excessive. I ordered two 4-piece baskets and waited for 40 minutes, which seems like a long time for a menu item like fried chicken. The server did not mention there might be a long wait for the food.

My experience at this restaurant was largely negative. I was really unimpressed with the long wait time, as we waited 40 minutes from ordering for just two orders of 4 wings. There was no warning from the server about the delay. Additionally, I had to ask for water and did not receive refills. Finding napkins was also an issue; they were in a drawer and the server only provided three when asked, which is insufficient for saucy wings. To top it off, the food arrived cold. I would not return, though I acknowledge that a different location with better management might offer a different experience.

My experience at this KFC was a mixed bag. The chicken itself was pretty solid, likely the best in the area. However, there seemed to be a significant issue in the kitchen on the day of my visit. It took an excessive 40 minutes to receive my order of 8 pieces. The server was incredibly apologetic to all customers for a problem they weren't responsible for – bless them! While the server was great, the management clearly needs to implement some improvements to the kitchen process.

My experience at the restaurant was terrible. When we walked in, the waiter just looked at us for a couple of seconds and then completely ignored us. It was seriously disappointing.

I'm happy that we tried their wings. The wings were great sized and came with delicious sauces, including snowy onion, garlic spicy, and garlic soy. We were very satisfied with the portions and flavors. You've got us as your return customers 😌 keep it up!