Another fried chicken spot is landing in Miami Beach, but this one brings serious Asian night-market energy. Kung Fu Chicken, the Asian street-food spot known for its 24-hour marinated chicken and ultra-crispy texture, is opening its largest location yet on Saturday, March 21.
Founded in Miami, the new shop will be located right on Washington Avenue, following two successful outposts in Little Havana and at Florida International University (FIU). The new outpost marks a major step for the local brand, which has quietly built momentum in Miami’s fast-casual scene. (Its Instagram account is hilarious, by the way.)
From FIU Favorite to Miami Beach
The restaurant was founded by husband-and-wife duo Chef Yu Bi and Dr. Tingjun Lei. They’re the owners behind 107 Taste (one of our Most Underrated Spots) and Cajun Boil. Since opening, it’s earned a loyal following for its crisp, flavor-packed chicken inspired by street food traditions across Asia.
Unlike classic fried chicken spots, Kung Fu Chicken draws on the night markets of China, Japan, Korea, and Thailand. The chicken is marinated for 24 hours in a unique spice blend, then coated in tapioca starch before frying. To preserve that texture, sauces and seasonings are applied only after cooking, a technique commonly used in Asian street stalls.
Asian Street Food Meets Fried Chicken
Best sellers include the “Classic Chicken Sandwich” with Asian slaw and pickles on a butter-toasted brioche bun, and the “Lava Sandwich,” a cheese-stuffed, panko-crusted riff inspired by Japanese comfort sandwiches. Also gaining traction is the “Signature Chicken Wrap,” a portable option that leans closer to street snack territory…