Renton Gets Extra Crispy as Chicko Chicken’s Korean Fry Invasion Spreads

Chicko Chicken, the Canadian-born Korean-style fried chicken chain, is turning up the fryer heat in the Greater Seattle area, with fresh locations on the way to Renton and Mountlake Terrace. The fast-casual outfit, which already has shops near Kirkland, Burien and Federal Way, says every order is cooked to order, with batter, marinades and sauces imported straight from South Korea to keep things true to style.

According to What Now Seattle, the Renton restaurant is slated for Benson Shopping Plaza, and the franchise has already taken to Instagram to tease the opening. That report also notes that the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board has signed off on a liquor license for the business, based on state filings. What Now lists both Renton and Mountlake Terrace among Chicko’s upcoming Washington-area locations.

Where The New Shops Will Land Per the Chicko Chicken Washington site, current locations include Kirkland, Burien and Federal Way, while Mountlake Terrace and Renton are both marked "

Coming Soon." The Mountlake Terrace page specifies Terrace Village Shopping Center as the future home base and offers a local contact plus hours for when doors eventually open. From Canada With Crispy Intent The brand traces its origins to Canada and, according to local coverage, now runs dozens of franchises across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario.

What Now Seattle reports the chain is operating roughly 42 locations in Canada as it tests the waters in Washington. Menu And Opening Timeline On the menu, diners can expect bone-in, boneless and wing options in flavors like Original, Yangyeom, Soy Garlic, Buldak and Cheese Snow, plus sides such as seasoned fries and pickled radish. The company highlights that each order is fried on the spot to keep the crust shatteringly crisp, according to the Chicko Chicken Washington site.

Neither the Renton nor Mountlake Terrace pages list firm opening dates yet, so for now the chain’s website and social channels are the best bet for updates. Local fans already trekking to Kirkland and Federal Way will likely be watching closely for Eastside and south King County news. Franchisees have not yet posted hiring calls or grand-opening details, and we’ll update this story as the company or local operators lock in timelines and share more specifics.