Tokyo Fried Chicken Co. (122 S Atlantic Blvd., Monterey Park, 91754; 626.282.9829) brings together southern comfort food and Japanese inspiration. After taking two years to perfect, the fried chicken is brined like a Japanese karaage chicken – soy, ginger, and garlic, but has the crispness of deep fried chicken. The chicken is fried in rice bran oil for a light and less greasy, more flavorful taste.
You can get their deep fried chicken with over 10 freshly made sides including: curry creamed corn, dashi braised collard greens, soy glazed carrots with bacon, and more. Plus, they have homemade spicy and regular ponzo to dip your fried chicken in. Full menu here.
They have a wide selection of local craft beers (Eagle Rock Brewery, Golden Road, OC based: Bootleggers, The Bruery, and from San Diego: Coronado, Lightning), imported Japanese craft beers (Echigo/Hitachino/Yona Yona), plus Sweet Green Tea and Yuzu Lemonade.
