KoChix
7554 Telegraph Road
Alexandria, VA 22315
703.924.3030
Daily, 11 AM – 9 PM
http://www.kochix-va.com/
I am a HUGE fan of Kochix, as I’m a frequent customer of their DC location (don’t even think about bringing up the other KFC chain, Bon Chon, that people seem to be so hypnotized under/obsessed with; you haven’t tried KFC right until you’ve tried Kochix!)
The menu is pretty extensive, offering their specialty of Honey-Spicy (offered in mild or in hot) and Soy Garlic wings/drumsticks; subs, and appetizers (dumplings, Vietnamese garden roll, etc.).
I’d heard about their weekday lunch buffet, so I was curious in checking them out. They have a bibimbop area with delicious banchans (pickled cucumbers, radish, bean sprouts, kimchi, etc.), as well as spicy dwegi bulgogi, mini fried dumplings, sauteed mushrooms, fried rice, and their signature chicken (drumsticks only).
I actually really enjoyed my meal! The bibimbop was really tasty, as the banchans were all deliciously seasoned and yummy; I loved that you can control the amount of sesame oil and gochujang you put in (bottles available at the buffet). The drumsticks, while not my favorite part of the chicken, were still quite delicious!!! Perfectly fried, perfectly coated with the sauce, crispy exterior – YUM!
I loved how Mr. Choi, one of the owners, was very meticulous in making sure that the chicken was always freshly-cooked and monitored when there needs to be more delivered to the buffet!!! Talk about quality control! The spicy dwegi bulgogi was pretty good, too, cooked perfectly with the onions. The dumplings were okay, but still addicting.
Ms. Vildan welcomed us so warmly and she was super sweet and friendly! The Chois, a husband-and-wife team, were both very sweet, and we got to talk with Ms. Choi for a bit as she shared a bit of history of the restaurant and the family business (the sister-in-law owns the DC location).
Definitely will be coming back for them Soy Garlic Wings – the plus side is, while DC’s location is a carry-out only joint, this place has plenty of seats to dine-in! Check this great local business out!
+best KFC
+Soy-Garlic Wings
+AYCE weekday lunch buffet (from 11-2PM)
+ask for Ms. Vildan
+ask for the Chois
+dine-in option
hannah's hype 