Welcome to PERILLA fare
At PERILLA fare, a vibrant establishment located in the heart of Chicago, we embrace a unique blend of Korean and American culinary traditions. Our story begins with a passion for high-quality, free-range chicken, skillfully prepared and served in a variety of mouthwatering sandwiches. Each dish is crafted with care, featuring our signature house-made sauces that elevate the flavors to new heights. Diners rave about our crispy chicken tenders nestled in freshly baked Martin's Famous Potato Buns, topped with tangy coleslaw and pickled peppers. With a commitment to quality and flavor, PERILLA fare is quickly becoming a go-to destination for chicken lovers seeking a delightful dining experience.
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401 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60654 Hotline: (312) 243-3344
Welcome to PERILLA fare, a delightful chicken shop nestled in the vibrant heart of Chicago at 401 N Milwaukee Ave. Known for its unique blend of Korean-American flavors, this eatery has quickly made a name for itself among the city’s chicken aficionados. With a focus on quality, PERILLA fare champions free-range chicken, ensuring that every bite reflects their commitment to excellence.
At PERILLA fare, the menu shines with an array of mouthwatering sandwich options. The standout is undoubtedly the Sir Chicken Sandwich, featuring hand-breaded free-range chicken tenders fried to perfection and nestled within a soft, buttery Martin's Famous Potato Bun. Each sandwich comes adorned with crunchy coleslaw, zesty mayonnaise, and tangy pickled peppers, all working in harmony to create a succulent bite every time.
Here’s what diners are raving about:
- Quality Ingredients: The use of free-range chicken ensures that each tender is juicy and flavorful. As one enthusiastic customer noted, it stands tall against other popular chicken chains.
- Delicious Sauce Selection: The house-made sauces at PERILLA fare are a game-changer. Options like Honey Butter, Buffalo, and Perilla Leaf Ranch elevate the sandwiches, allowing for a customized experience with each order. Don’t forget to order extra!
- Perfectly Cooked Fries: Accompanying your meal is a choice of either crispy Classic Fries or Sir Chicken Spicy Fries, tossed in a unique house spice blend. Diners have praised them for their fluffy interiors and delightful flavors.
- A Pop-Up Experience: As a unique pop-up within PERILLA Korean American Fare, this establishment invites you into a cozy atmosphere accented by local art, including a stunning mural of Michelle Obama. It’s a perfect spot to relax and enjoy some comfort food.
What strikes me most about PERILLA fare is their dedication to quality and customer satisfaction. The lunch crowd, filled with excited diners, speaks volumes about the culinary delights that await. Whether you’re indulging in the rich flavors of the Honey Butter Chicken Sandwich or the kick of the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich, every dish tells a story of careful preparation and love for food.
While PERILLA fare is carving a niche in the saturated Chicago chicken scene, it’s clear that they are doing so with finesse and flair. The warm, welcoming vibe paired with quality offerings makes this destination a must-visit for both locals and tourists alike. So if you find yourself wandering around Chicago, don’t miss the chance to experience PERILLA fare—where every meal is a delicious adventure!
I stumbled upon this place and had a great lunch. The sauces are spectacular and the fries are cooked to perfection. However, it's a bit on the pricey side for wings, but I will return whenever I get the craving for some good wings.
OMG BETTER THAN I COULD'VE IMAGINED! So savory and delicious. Instead of getting original I would get hot n spicy because it was so flavorful and not spicy at all. Was very surprised at the portions. 3 pieces were more than enough.
WowwwWw. Ok so I was feeling homesick and wanted some southern comfort food so I got this and let me just say - they have fried chicken DOWN! It's so good and juicy - I got the hot n spicy sandwich. Fries are good - depending on delivery times will change the condition of these. One suggestion- go big or go home when it comes to coleslaw. Pile it on or leave it off. There's an odd amount on there currently where you don't really taste it. But damn! I'll be back!!
Ordered togo and had a great first impression ordering the buffalo chicken sandwich and honey butter chicken sandwich with spicy fries. Sandwiches (7.5/10): The buffalo chicken sandwich had a bit of a kick as you worked through it. If you like buffalo this gets the job done. The honey butter chicken sandwich was the milder sweet counterpart for those who enjoy more subtle flavor. Overall for the sandwiches in general you definitely notice the quality of the tenders. They are white meat so give you that healthier vibe. What makes it better is that bc they are tenders the meat doesn't feel as dry. There's two pieces so more surface area for sauce and flavor to the meat than if it were once giant chicken breast. The buns were pretty standard. The one area of improvement I'd like to mention is there could be more coleslaw. Especially with something like the buffalo sandwich with a stronger flavor, you couldn't really taste the coleslaw and get that refreshing balance you need with the spice. Also for those who love crispy these tenders are not so crispy. Seeing the quality of the chicken tenders I'd like to try the other items besides the sandwiches on the menu. The fries were very good. They are similar to Popeyes Cajun fries in terms of texture and feel when you eat them. Mileage may very with the sogginess from delivery. Value (7/10): standard fair pricing
Let's talk chicken. Let's talk details. 1st- can we talk about how freakin CUTE/Adorable the logo is? I'm weird and I look at all of that and details are super important to me. 5 stars for logo, the OG name, and packaging. Also- Please come out with a game with your sir chicken and I'll surely play. :) 2nd- crispy, juicy, crunchy crunch, and with a unique Asian spice/seasoning. Very flavorful. Sign me up! Sir- your chicken is la premier. 3- It's a pop-up inside PERILLA Korean American Fare (also fire with the cutest inside patio and a dope Michelle Obama mural) and RUN and try before it's no longer a pop up! I hope you stay for good though! :) I love my chicken and Sir Chicken brings chicken in many ways and you won't know what to order so I recommend trying them all. The house made sauces are so good so make sure to order extra on the side. Choice of: Original? Hot and spicy? Honey butter? Buffalo? The Buffalo is my favorite. I know there are battle of the Chicken sandwiches and I can definitely say Sir Chicken is a top contender. It's also free range chicken so we are talking QUALITY. The chicken sandwich is not only good but I love that they also give you options such as dark or white meat. Most places you have to ask but hellloooo I love my options!!! The tenders are also good and not your average. All the sauces are made in house and don't forget to pair it with them house spicy fries, macaroni, and slaw! I also got it delivered and 5 stars for arriving hot! I'm coming back for them Honey Butter Tender sandwich! That's looks so good too!!! Thanks Sir.
Ordered the regular sir chicken sandwich with regular fries and it was pretty amazing. Better than Chick Fil-A in my humble opinion and I'm a big fan of the Fil-A. The sandwich comes with a potato bun, pickled peppers, mayo, and coleslaw on the bottom. My only complaint is that the potato bun fell apart from all of the mayo which made it a messy lunch. Fries were perfectly hot and crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Will definitely be ordering again!
Just when I thought Chicago was getting too saturated with chicken restaurants.. Sir Chicken emerges and sprinkles us some diamonds. Chicago's own version of the Nashville hot. Crispy, full-flavored (slaps), proper portioned, quality chicken - can be said for their entire menu: 1/4 white, 2 pc dark, the sandwich, and even the tendies. All their dipping sauces are made in house and delicious, don't forget to add them to your cart!