Gangnam Spice - Korean Fried Chicken

I was really excited to try this place since it looked really good on social media/Instagram. I love getting Korean Fried Chicken and I saw the video of the owner and his journey to opening this restaurant. However, the food and service were both deeply disappointing. The spicy chicken was not that spicy, so much that we forgot that it was supposed to be spicy. I wanted to try the wings, but they said that they ran out. This is concerning given that this is a fried chicken restaurant and wings are typically the most popular item on the menu. We got tenders instead, but we were also let down by the taste and texture. The BBQ flavored tenders were so hard that I ended up cutting my mouth just to eat it. The portion especially for the tenders was disappointing given that I ordered 8 pieces and got 7.5 for $15. I also watched as the tenders were not freshly fried, but instead, taken from a bin and put on the flat top grill to be heated up. I'm not exactly sure what the corn fritters were for, but they also did not have much flavor even dipping them in the provided sauce. It was essentially a flavorless pancake with canned corn in it. As for service, it was similarly concerning. The cashier was going between the register and handling food without washing their hands. Additionally, the person preparing the food could be heard complaining about orders the whole time I was dining in. For a quiet Sunday afternoon, we ended up waiting almost 30 minutes for them to not make our food fresh. I will not be revisiting this establishment, but I wish them the best in this economy.

Gangnam Spice did not disappoint. I tried the veggie fried rice and the Gangnam Spice tenders, and both were on point. The fried rice was flavorful, perfectly cooked, and didn’t feel greasy—every bite had good seasoning and fresh veggies. The tenders were the real star though: crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and coated in that Gangnam Spice sauce that hits the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory. Overall, the food was filling, well-seasoned, and clearly made with care. Definitely a spot I’d come back to.

Frankly speaking, my experience at Gangman Spice was mixed. I didn’t really enjoy most of the dishes. The tteokbokki wasn’t to my taste at all. On the positive side, the chicken strips were actually good, and I really liked the kimchi , it was flavorful and well made. Overall, it wasn’t a place I personally enjoyed much, but there were a couple of items that stood out.

Visited for their crispy, flavor packed wings which they lived up to the hype!!! Gangnam spice is sweet and full of flavor. Delicious both hot and fresh and as leftovers, cold the next day. The corn pancakes were good - they paired well with butter flavor in the dipping sauce - but not a must. Will be back to try the other korean street food!

This place will not fail your expectations. The recipe for their Gangnam Spice chicken is innovative and is the perfect blend of savory, crunchy and a little spice tacked on. It is definitely one of if not the best place for korean fried chicken in the Boston area. Get the kimchi fried rice too! Will definitely have to come back. Conveniently off the orange line.

The Korean BBQ chicken fingers were so good! Really flavorful and crispy outside, and tender inside. And the waffle fries were the same. The pancake/corn fritters were good, but one per person was enough. The pickled radish was delish. The counter service was very friendly, and the restaurant is spotless.

Out of curiosity and a love for K-dramas, I was thrilled to experience authentic Korean cuisine. We were greeted with great hospitality, and the host accommodated my daughter by letting us try a sample of the corn fritter. This thoughtful gesture led me to order a delicious meal. The coating of the tender was light and crunchy, making it a delightful experience.