BHC Chicken – Korean
This vibrant spot hums with energy as the irresistible scent of golden, double-fried chicken fills the air, promising a shatteringly crisp crunch that gives way to tender, juicy interiors. Guests dive into piles of wings dusted in the signature sweet-and-savory Bburinkle seasoning or lacquered in glossy glazes that range from honey-soy gold to the bold, fiery heat of chili-infused reds. It is a lively destination where the art of the perfect fry meets a kaleidoscope of Korean flavors, creating a crave-worthy experience that balances sweetness, spice, and an unforgettable texture.
9450 Scranton Road, San Diego CA 92121 https://bhcsandiego.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Korean
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at BHC Chicken
Dairy-Free at BHC Chicken
BHC Chicken in San Diego has 29 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Classic Sandwich, French Fries and Bburing French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at BHC Chicken
BHC Chicken in San Diego has 22 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gold King Wings, Classic Fried Wings and Sweet & Spicy Wings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at BHC Chicken
BHC Chicken in San Diego has 37 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Classic Sandwich, French Fries and Bburing French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at BHC Chicken
BHC Chicken in San Diego has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Classic Sandwich and Chicken Combo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at BHC Chicken
BHC Chicken in San Diego has 4 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pickled Radish, Sweet & Spicy Dipping Sauce and Sweet Habanero Dipping Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at BHC Chicken
BHC Chicken in San Diego has 5 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pickled Radish, Red King Thigh and Sweet & Spicy Dipping Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at BHC Chicken
BHC Chicken in San Diego has 3 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries, Pickled Radish and Sweet & Spicy Dipping Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at BHC Chicken
BHC Chicken in San Diego has 16 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries, Bburing French Fries and Classic Fried Breast. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at BHC Chicken
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Rice Bowl | 111.3 g | 59.8 g |
| Chicken Tender Salad | 124.6 g | 49 g |
| Red King Wings | 19 g | 42.8 g |
| Red King Thigh | 16.3 g | 41.5 g |
| Chicken Combo | 44.8 g | 34.1 g |
| Kimchi Fried Rice | 31.4 g | 29.2 g |
| Classic Sandwich | 20 g | 24.9 g |
| Potato Wedges | 5.3 g | 19.4 g |
| Veggie Fried Rice | 61.1 g | 19 g |
| Cheese Twist | 34.7 g | 18.1 g |
| Sandwich Combo | 36.5 g | 11.3 g |
| Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce | 7.4 g | 9.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 10:30 AM - 11:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its casual and approachable dining environment, guests find the experience to be a dependable choice for a relaxed meal. Reviewers highlight the adequate portion sizes and straightforward presentation, noting that the setting is well-suited for those seeking a simple, unpretentious atmosphere for a casual outing.
Menu
Lunch Combo
Available Monday-Sunday until 3 PM
- Sandwich Combo - $16.99 Dietary tags: Halal, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: lunch
- Chicken Combo - $15.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Wings
- Classic Fried Wings - $8.99 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Fried Wings - $8.99 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet & Spicy Wings - $16.99 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bburinkle Wings - $16.99 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Bburinkle Wings - $16.99 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gold King Wings - $16.99 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Matcho King Wings - $16.99 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red King Wings - $16.99 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Tenders and Breasts
- Classic Fried Tender - $8.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Fried Tender - $8.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Fried Breast - $14.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Fried Breast - $14.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Thighs
- Classic Fried Thigh - $16.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Fried Thigh - $16.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet & Spicy Thigh - $16.99 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bburinkle Thigh - $16.99 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Bburinkle Thigh - $16.99 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gold King Thigh - $16.99 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Matcho King Thigh - $16.99 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red King Thigh - $16.99 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
K-Food
- Veggie Fried Rice - $10.99: Stir-frying rice with assorted vegetables Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kimchi Fried Rice - $12.99: Stir-frying with flavorful kimchi and served with egg Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice Bowl - $12.99: Thigh Meat, Japchae (Glass Noodles), Mashed Potatoes, Yellow Pickled Radish and Rice Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stir-Spicy Rice Cakes - $13.99: Soft and chewy rice cakes stir-fried in a spicy chili paste sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stir-Spicy Rose Rice Cakes - $15.99: Soft and chewy rice cakes stir-fried in a creamy and mildly spicy paste sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Signature Sandwich - $10: Fried thighs topped with lemon yogurt sauce, mayo, pickles, onion, lettuce and tomato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Sandwich - $10: Fried thighs topped with sweet habanero sauce, mayo, pickles, and apple coleslaw Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Platters
- BHC Party Platter - $99: 5 Chicken tastes, Coleslaw, Pickled Radish, Cheese Balls, Potato Wedges, Cheese Twist, 2 Drinks Available at: dinner, lunch
- BHC Platter - $39.99: Chicken Cuts, Stir-Spicy Rice Cakes or Rose Rice Cakes, Cheese Balls, Potato Wedges, 2 Drinks Available at: dinner, lunch
- BHC Seoul Platter - $99: Chicken Cuts, Spicy Braised Chicken, Spicy Korean Top Shell Salad, Veggie Fried Rice, 2 Beers Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- French Fries - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Balls - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bburing French Fries - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bburing Cheese Balls - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Wedges - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Twist - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bburing Chips - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coleslaw - $3 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pickled Radish - $2 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Rice - $2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Salad - $11.99: Spring mix, lemon dressing, red onions, carrots, apples, corn, chickpeas, cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, and an egg Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tender Salad - $14.99: Spring mix, lemon dressing, red onions, carrots, apples, corn, chickpeas, cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, and fried tenders Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Dipping Sauces
- Bburing Dipping Sauce - $1 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Sweet Habanero Dipping Sauce - $1 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
- Sweet & Spicy Dipping Sauce - $1 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Ranch Dipping Sauce - $1 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory
- Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce - $1 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce - $1 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- BBQ Dipping Sauce - $1 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol
Beverages
- Fountain Soda - $2
- Sparkling Water - $3
- House Tea - $2 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about BHC Chicken
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- This budget-friendly Korean restaurant is suitable for families, offering a casual, unpretentious atmosphere with shareable platters and approachable menu options.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- White rice and pickled radish both accommodate multiple diets including gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, nut-free, and low-cholesterol.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors can expect a budget-friendly, casual Korean spot specializing in double-fried chicken with signature seasonings like Bburinkle and Gold King.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features an extensive selection of fried chicken varieties, combos, and platters, alongside diverse dietary options like rice dishes.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers love the casual, unpretentious atmosphere, dependable dining experience, and adequate portion sizes for a relaxed and simple meal.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Customers describe the restaurant as a dependable, casual choice with adequate portion sizes and a simple, unpretentious dining atmosphere.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular menu highlights include Bburinkle wings, Gold King wings, Red King wings, and various chicken combos featuring sweet and spicy glazes.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- BHC Chicken specializes in double-fried Korean chicken featuring a shatteringly crisp crunch and signature sweet-and-savory Bburinkle seasoning or fiery glazes.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The restaurant is located in San Diego, as indicated by its official website at https://bhcsandiego.com/.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- BHC Chicken offers a vibrant, casual, and unpretentious atmosphere focused on a relaxed dining experience with a simple, straightforward presentation.
- Is BHC Chicken dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. BHC Chicken has 29 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Classic Sandwich, French Fries and Bburing French Fries.
- What can I eat at BHC Chicken on a dairy-free diet?
- Classic Sandwich, French Fries and Bburing French Fries carry the dairy-free tag, out of 29 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does BHC Chicken have vegan options?
- Yes. 16 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including French Fries and Bburing French Fries.
- Is BHC Chicken gluten-free?
- 22 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at BHC Chicken?
- Rice Bowl, at roughly 59.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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