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Welcome to Left Wing - San Jose

Left Wing - San Jose is a popular Korean chicken wings spot in Santana Row, offering a variety of flavorful dishes like BBQ Beef Bowl, kalbi, and Soy Chili Garlic Fried Chicken. Customers appreciate the sizzling presentation, diverse sauce options, and attentive service. The outdoor patio is a favorite for dog-friendly dining, while the Korean music adds to the elevated ambiance. The crispy, juicy wings with different flavor profiles stand out, though some find the bibimbap and service inconsistent. Overall, Left Wing is praised for its tasty food, friendly staff, and convenient location with ample parking options.

Left Wing - San Jose: Reviews & Ratings

Maui S.
Maui S.

Left Wing is a surprising find here in Santana Row. The BBQ Beef Bowl I got was great, don't forget to order it sizzling, where it comes out on a hot plate, fried egg on top and a whole lot of goodness! We also ordered the chicken wings with original recipe but all the sauces on the side, it made it easy to sample the different flavors without having to commit to one. The service really stood out to me here, they took great care of us and made suggestions if needed. The part of the ambiance we enjoyed the most was the outdoor patio section so we could bring our dog along.

Melissa N.
Melissa N.

Juicy, crispy wings and drums! I highly recommend getting the kalbi, so tender. The bibimbap was okay. I visited twice so far and both around 11 am to noon. There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. You can find parking in any of the multiple parking garages at Santana Row. Service was inconsistent across the two times I ate here. During the first time, the server put the finishing touches to our kalbi and gave us gloves and wet wipes for our wings. She was not as attentive with water or our bill. During the second time we came here, we had a different server and we had to ask for a menu to order. He gave us a tablet and I didn't realize until after we ordered that the kalbi was on the menu on the wall but not available to order on the tablet. He was attentive with our water and bill but just gave us the bibimbap to mix ourselves. Perhaps that depends on the restaurant, more often than not, the server would bring the bibimbap and mix it for us at the table. I love coming to Santana Row and it's great to have a Korean fried chicken place here!

Angel R.
Angel R.

Had an early dinner here and the restaurant was empty, just opening so the kitchen wasn't fully prepared, but the staff was still so kind and sweet. They brought me fries while I waited for my food. Ordered the braised salmon and it was amazing. Crispy skin and so much flavor. It was cooked to perfection and all the vegetables were tender. Such an easy and delicious dinner. Definitely will be back to try out the other chicken dishes.

Alex L.
Alex L.

First time trying left wing. My friends and I went on a Saturday afternoon. There was a bit of a wait as the restaurant is limited on seating. We ordered the wings with fries and they were really good. They offer gloves and plenty of napkins. Definitely a competitive Korean wing place in San Jose. There is a clean restroom inside. The staff was really friendly and helpful. Parking is limited to the local garages.

Kehn H.
Kehn H.

Being located in Santana Row is great for business, with steady foot traffic throughout the week. The outdoor seating is always something I notice when passing by, and this place typically operates at about 80% capacity after 4 PM. My wife and I decided on the Soy Chili Garlic Fried Chicken and the Bulgogi Bowl. I was craving something crunchy, and she wanted something with rice and beef. The atmosphere was elevated by some fantastic Korean music playing in the background, so much so that I added a few tracks to my Spotify playlist to check out later. The waitstaff greeted us warmly and offered several pre-cleaned tables, but we preferred the counter seating along the wall since we didn't need a full table. The waiter quickly wiped down the counter for us and even asked if he missed a spot, which my wife found incredibly thoughtful. If you're into Korean fried chicken, this spot won't disappoint. While I'm a big BonChon fan, I'd say this place doesn't quite reach the heights of Von's Chicken, BBQ Chicken at Apple Park, or Modak Chicken--but it's a solid option for a quick bite in the area. It may have a smaller footprint, but the breaded texture of their chicken is on point--crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and never dry or overcooked. The flavor options are limited but straightforward, which makes choosing easy. One thing that caught us off guard was when we ordered a drink halfway through our meal. We wanted to take it to go, but it came in a bottle that you could easily get from a vending machine for much cheaper. We initially wanted to try the peach drink but ended up settling for a lemon one instead. As for parking, there's plenty around the restaurant, though I'd recommend parking near the Century Theater's underground lot. You'll probably have to navigate through some foot traffic to reach the entrance. Overall, I'd like to come back and try something different next time. Our visit was spontaneous, but there's definitely more on the menu we're curious about.

Kevin P.
Kevin P.

Ordered some chicken wings off doordash and it was delivered pretty quickly, so the service is fast for sure. I only ordered some chicken but they threw in some French fries which was nice of them. The two flavors I got was the original fried chicken and sweet and spicy sauce. The chicken isn't as flavorful as some other Korean fried chicken spots but the sauce makes up for it. I've been in person and the outdoor seating area is nice and allows for pets, so it's dog friendly. They have a bunch of other Korean dishes that I will have to try next time!

Emily W.
Emily W.

Not busy on a Wednesday evening. All of the employees were very welcoming and friendly! Indoor and outdoor seating both available. My friend and I shared the half & half (honey butter garlic and sweet & spicy) and it also came with pickled radish and fries. It came out in ~15-20 mins. Fries were ok, not too consistent. Some were soggy, some were crispier, some had flavor, some were too bland. The fried chicken was pretty good. I came excited to try the honey butter garlic but we ended up liking the sweet & spicy a lot better. Honey butter garlic was kind of heavy and had an interesting aftertaste. Overall it was a pretty decent experience.

Location

If you're looking for a trendy and casual spot to enjoy some delicious Korean-style chicken wings in San Jose, look no further than Left Wing. Located at 3090 Olsen Dr Ste 11015, this restaurant offers a variety of chicken wing flavors, including BBQ beef bowls and crispy kalbi wings.

One standout feature of Left Wing is their option to have all sauces on the side, allowing you to sample different flavors without committing to just one. The outdoor patio section is a favorite among customers, especially those who want to bring their furry friends along.

Customers have raved about the juicy and crispy wings, tender kalbi, and flavorful bibimbap. While some have noted inconsistencies in service, the overall dining experience at Left Wing is worth a visit.

Whether you're a fan of Korean fried chicken or looking to try something new, Left Wing in San Jose is a solid choice for a satisfying meal. Don't forget to pair your wings with a cold beer or glass of wine and enjoy the laid-back atmosphere of this hipster-friendly establishment.

So, if you find yourself in Santana Row and craving some delicious chicken wings, make sure to stop by Left Wing for a memorable dining experience.