Chicken Wings (치킨윙): what it is and how to order it in Korea
Chicken wings are a popular Korean bar snack, often fried until crisp and tossed in sweet-spicy yangnyeom or buffalo-style sauce. Some places in Korea sell them as a separate menu item, so you can order just wings.
Say it to order
윙 주세요
Wing juseyo
Quick facts
How to eat it
Pick up the wing with your hands and eat the meaty parts first. Use the provided wet wipe, since the sauce gets messy quickly.
Do
- Share a large order with friends.
- Eat wings with your hands, as is common at Korean chicken bars.
Don’t
- Don't order them cold; ask for a fresh batch.
- Don't leave the bones on the shared plate without using the provided bowl or tray.
Local tips
- Chicken wings are often sold in the same shop as fried chicken, so look for 윙 on the menu
- Ask for the sauce on the side if you prefer less heat
Goes with
- Soju
- Beer
- French fries
- Coleslaw
- Pickled radish
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Chicken Wings in Korean?
- Say “윙 주세요” (Wing juseyo).
- Is Chicken Wings spicy?
- Yes — about 2 out of 5 on the spice scale.
- How much does Chicken Wings cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩9,000–19,000.
- How do you eat Chicken Wings?
- Pick up the wing with your hands and eat the meaty parts first. Use the provided wet wipe, since the sauce gets messy quickly.
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