Krispy Krunchy Chicken - Penn Laird

Wasn't this specially impressed with the food. Probably wouldn't eat there again. KFC, even, is a better option.

I used to think Krispy Krunchy Chicken (KKC) was all the same. But then the other day I was at Eastmont Mall just killing time, and went inside the Gazzali's Supermarket to look around. Someone told me the KKC was good here, so I got some to try. I ordered 6-pcs Combo w/ fries and biscuits. Well now, this chicken certainly is CRISPY and Crunchy! It was still crunchy when I got home. They gave me 2 wings, 2 legs, and 2 thighs. Can't really complain. It's kind of weird that wings are considered white meat. Very tasty. Some of the white meat on the small drumstick was a little dry. Biscuits were soft and sweet. The thick fries were soggy. Are they supposed to be crispy? But overall good chicken and good counter service.

After reading a glowing Thrillist write-up, I was wanting to try Krispy Krunchy Chicken for a while...Then the pandemic hit, so I put that thought on the back fryer. Finally decided after being vaccinated and mask-liberated to fulfill the fried poultry hankering. Ironically, turns out the supermarket where the chicken is sold is still a mask-on establishment. So out it comes from jacket pocket. I ordered 3 pieces of chicken, mixed, and 5 shrimp. The Good: It really is crunchy. Probably the most I've ever had. Which counts when it comes to fried chicken. The dark pieces were tender, as all dark pieces should be. The delicately-buttered, honey biscuit was satisfying. The Bad: The white-meat chicken breast was sinfully dry. It was like trying to eat one of those old chalk erasers. I struggled, but persisted reminding myself I had paid money for this in a masochistic attempt to recover some sort of return on investment. The seasoning was also minimal, as was any hint of taste, with the exception of salt, which was overpowering. The batter on the shrimp was similarly lacking, even devoid of the assault of the salt. It was just a thick coating of deep-fried flour. The Ugly: I discovered later I was overcharged and undersupplied. True, it was only $1 and one piece of shrimp, but still. He probably figured I wasn't local and wouldn't be back. Correct. Unfortunately, he forgot that, even though I'm not a local, I am a member of the global village via internet and can post a yelp review.

The fried chicken is so delicious!!! Definitely has the crunch and so much flavor. Great hole in the wall spot to try out. Great with the sides offered and even great paring the fried chicken with some sticky rice.

Best fried chicken in the area, don't mind that it's in the gas station, very clean and fresh. They also sell momos which are Himalayan dumplings that sit in a rich sauce, very yummy must give it a try!