Cross Street Chicken & Beer
Update: I had drafted this a couple months ago, but still wanted to post it now. Like other restaurants still open right now, Cross Street Chicken & Beer is open for delivery and takeout, with online ordering available.
Original Post:
It’s not a new thing, but over the last year Korean Fried Chicken (KFC) has infiltrated San Diego and I can’t say I’m mad about it. From small, local restaurants like Furaido and Rice Chicken to the global chain Bonchon — there is no shortage of the juicy, twice-fried delights.
I recently revisited Cross Street Chicken & Beer on Convoy Street. My first visit was when they were newly opened and I don’t think they made much of an impact. The difference-maker on this trip is probably that 1) They’ve been open for a few years now so any new-restaurant kinks are all worked out and 2) I went with a bigger group and was able to try more of the menu.
We ordered cheese corn, kimchi fried rice, and (not pictured) fries. Everything was super tasty and a perfect complement to the wings. I tried not to eat too much cheese corn (cursed lactose intolerance) but really, it was too good to pass up. The fries were nicely seasoned and crispy and the kimchi fried rice had great flavor and subtle spice.
For wings, the group ordered half portions of a variety of flavors: Salt N Pepper, Garlic Parmesan, Lemon Pepper, Soy Garlic, and Seoul Spicy. Soy Garlic was my favorite of the bunch with Lemon Pepper a close second. I love love spicy food but can’t always handle too much, so it was nice to just have a few bite’s of someone else’s Seoul Spicy — there’s no way my tongue could handle a whole order.
I need to go back to Bonchon and try the other places before I can accurately compare SD’s KFC. I definitely enjoyed my second visit to Cross Street and I’d recommend going with 6+ people if it’s your first time. It’s a great hang-out and there’s plenty of TVs if you want to eat, drink, and watch the sports ball.
Cross Street Chicken & Beer
4403 Convoy St.
San Diego, CA 92111