Indulge in the charm of 8 tempting Hanoi cheese chicken spots - Mytour

It's hard to resist the savory, spicy allure of cheese-coated chicken bites. Though indulgent, the irresistible appeal is undeniable. In this article, Mytour brings you 9 of the most reputable Hanoi cheese chicken joints, guaranteed to leave you craving for more.

1. Hancook Restaurant

• Address: 17C Hang Da, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
• Price Range: 80,000 – 200,000VND/person
• Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

When it comes to fried chicken, spicy cheese chicken, or tokbokki, Hancook is a name that sticks in the minds of Korean food fans. This restaurant specializes in Korean dishes, offering diners a wide range of choices from fried chicken, grilled meat, mixed rice, to Tokbokki, kimchi hotpot, and more.

Especially noteworthy are the cheesy fried chicken and cheesy chicken and cabbage hot pot. The fresh chicken meat is sweet and firm, fried in a large fire to create a crispy outer layer, emitting an irresistible aroma as soon as it's served. As for the cheesy chicken stir-fry, it's served on a hot plate, with the chicken soaked in sauce below and overflowing with cheese on top, making it an irresistible sight.

Photo: HAN COOK

2. King Dakgalbi

• Address:
  Branch 1: 22 Nguyễn Chí Thanh, Ba Đình District, Hanoi
  Branch 2: 309 Trần Đại Nghĩa, Hoàng Mai District, Hanoi
  Branch 3: 2 Hồ Tùng Mậu, Cầu Giấy District, Hanoi
  Branch 4: 2 Nguyễn Khang, Cầu Giấy District, Hanoi
• Price Range: 100,000 - 150,000Đ per person
• Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM | 4:00 PM – 9:30 PM

Guests visiting King Dakgalbi can indulge in the flavors of Korean cuisine. From familiar dishes in Korean meals such as grilled meat, kimchi hotpot, stone pot bibimbap, and kimbap to hearty 'nhậu' dishes like cheesy chicken and cabbage stir-fry, mandu, spicy/sweet boneless chicken,...

The cheesy chicken dish includes crispy-fried chicken tossed in spicy sauce, topped with mozzarella cheese. The plate is full and visually appealing with the shining orange color of the spicy sauce and the white color of the cheese. Served with mixed cabbage, kimchi, and radish.

Photo: King dakgalbi at 2 Hồ Tùng Mậu

Note that with this dish, you should eat it while it's still hot for the cheese to be stretchy. If it cools down, the cheese might become hard and less enjoyable. If you like a mix of flavors, you can order the cheesy chicken and cabbage stir-fry, always served piping hot.

Regarding the ambiance, it's not overly decorated, just kept tidy and clean. The majority of the seats are round tables. The Hồ Tùng Mậu branch is particularly crowded and dimly lit, especially during hot summer nights despite having air conditioning.

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3. Don Chicken

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• Price Range: 200,000 – 250,000Đ/person
• Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

When it comes to Hanoi's cheese-covered fried chicken, missing out on Don Chicken would be a big mistake. This Korean chicken brand remains a reliable go-to for cheese lovers. 

What's more, this dish offers 3-4 different variations for you to choose from. There's boneless cheese-covered chicken, spicy cheese sauce chicken with rice, spicy boneless cheese-covered chicken, and snowy cheese-covered chicken. The chicken is fresh, carefully prepared, marinated with various ingredients, and coated with a thin layer of flour. It's fried evenly to a crispy outer layer without being tough, while the inside remains tender, moist, and flavorful.

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Moreover, Don's menu features many other tempting dishes you shouldn't miss out on, such as garlic grilled chicken, soy sauce fried chicken, sweet and spicy fried chicken, cheese tteok-bokki, mixed noodles, and more. The quality of the dishes at Don is highly rated by diners. Therefore, despite the higher prices, it remains very popular among Hanoi residents.

The space at Don Chicken restaurant is modern and visually appealing. The bright color tones combined with soft yellow lights create a bright yet cozy atmosphere. This place is suitable for family dinners, gatherings with friends, or romantic dates.

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8. Hansol Chicken Factory

• Address: No. 10A, CT4 House, Do Dinh Thien Street, My Dinh - Me Tri Urban Area, Hanoi
• Price Range: 150,000 - 250,000VND/person
• Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Another Hanoi cheese fried chicken restaurant that delights diners. The dishes at Hansol Chicken Factory are prepared only when you order. So, there may be a bit of waiting, but in return, every dish is served hot and guaranteed quality. Especially the Cheese Buldak fried chicken dish needs no introduction as it has become a brand on its own.

The first bite of the chicken will make you understand why this dish is so popular. The chicken is boneless, marinated with spicy flavor, and served with hot melted cheese, both fragrant and savory. The combination is simply excellent.

Photo: @hansol.chickenfactory

But it doesn't stop there, Hansol will also explode your taste buds with the addition of mashed sweet potatoes. You'll have a bite of spicy, creamy cheese chicken followed by the sweet, earthy taste of sweet potatoes. Just thinking about it makes you crave it.

The restaurant is decorated quite simply, but it's clean and tidy. There's also a smoking area for diners and an entertainment area for those who want to play billiards.

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4. Vons Chicken

Vons Chicken not only prioritizes the quality of its dishes, but also pays great attention to its service and restaurant design. Each Vons establishment is meticulously decorated with a strong Korean vibe and modern lighting system, creating a cozy atmosphere for diners.

Experience Vons Chicken at 126 Trung Hòa - an epitome of culinary delight.

Indulge in the flavors of Mr. Dakgalbi - a savory journey awaits.

Address: 1st location: 16 Phan Bội Châu, Hoàn Kiếm District, Hanoi. 2nd location: Vincom Royal City 72A Nguyễn Trãi, Thanh Xuân District, Hanoi. Price range: 150,000 - 180,000 VND per person. Opening hours: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM.

Still chicken with cheese sauce but this Hanoi chicken cheese restaurant brings a new way of eating by mixing it with cabbage, rice, or noodles. Thus, creating the famous cheese cabbage chicken skillet, incredibly hot hit.

The skillet looks big but it's even larger, serving for 2 people but actually, it's more suitable for 3 people, not too full. The set includes crispy cabbage chicken stir-fry with rice and chewy udon noodles.

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Of course, it's impossible to miss the shredded cheese sprinkled evenly throughout the skillet, melted and fragrant, blending with the chicken and rice, making it extremely enticing. On the side, there's kimchi, pickled radish, and lettuce, so it's less greasy.

Cheese enthusiasts can also update their experience with cheese edge chicken skillet! Compared to regular cheese-covered chicken, this dish is less greasy but still retains the tenderness and juiciness of the chicken. Additionally, Mr. Dakgalbi also serves traditional cheese sauce chicken on a plate.

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7. Paik Jong Won’s Kitchen

• Address: 5th Floor, Vincom Tran Duy Hung, Cau Giay District, Hanoi
• Price range: 150,000 – 220,000 VND per person
• Opening hours: 10:00 AM – 9:30 PM

Hanoi's food connoisseurs are likely no strangers to this brand. Located on the 5th floor of Vincom Tran Duy Hung, Paik Jong Won’s Kitchen is a complex of small restaurants, each offering different signature dishes. Paik’s BBQ (specializing in grilled dishes), Paik’s Pan (fried chicken and hot skillet dishes), Paik’s noodle (black noodles, spicy seafood noodles, and sweet and sour fried meat) and finally Paik’s BIBIM (rice dishes). You can sit at one restaurant and order from another, and the staff will serve and handle payments on the spot.

Photo: Paik Jong Won’s Kitchen – Vietnam

The chicken dishes are carefully prepared and generous. The chicken has a crispy outer layer but not too thick, the meat is tender, cooked through but not dry or tough. The spicy sauce is mellowed by the creamy taste of cheese. There are also rice cakes, carrots, and greens to enhance the quality.

Photo: Paik Jong Won’s Kitchen – Vietnam

If craving Hanoi cheese chicken, then Paik Jong Won’s Kitchen is a reliable destination for you to enjoy.

8. Papa’s Chicken

• Address:
  Branch 1: 15 Hang Khay, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
  Branch 2: B004, The Manor, Nam Tu Liem District, Hanoi
  Branch 3: LK.A04 – Embassy Garden, Tay Ho Tay Urban Area
• Price range: 100,000 – 250,000 VND per person
• Opening hours: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Another heavyweight in Hanoi's fried chicken scene that you shouldn't miss. Papa’s Chicken will treat fried chicken fans with an extremely enticing and diverse menu. There's fried chicken with cream onion sauce, honey-flavored fried chicken, fried chicken with soy sauce, and more.

When you come to this Hanoi cheese fried chicken spot, you must try the best-selling dish, cheese-covered chicken. Fresh and delicious chicken meat combined with rich cheese creates an absolutely top-notch dish. Pulling a piece of chicken, the cheese stretches out for meters. The chicken is flavorful and tender, not greasy, while the cheese, with its milky taste, soothes the spicy sauce perfectly.

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If you want to try more dishes, Mytour recommends ordering half chicken portions. It allows you to taste a variety of dishes without getting too full, and it's also more economical.

Here are the top 8 Hanoi cheese fried chicken spots rated most positively by reviewers. The rich and creamy cheese chicken skillets are waiting for you to enjoy. So why hesitate? Set up a foodie gathering with your friends now! Don't forget to visit Mytour Blog for more useful culinary information!

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