BANGTAN - Korean Fried Chicken - Town East

Rugby’s Town East neighbourhood has a new fried chicken heavyweight in BANGTAN, a Korean-inspired joint that holds a solid 4.2/5 from 78 reviews online. This isn’t your standard chippy chicken — the menu leans hard into Seoul-style crunch, with a food hygiene rating that keeps things clean and confident. Locals have quickly cottoned on to the fact that this place does things differently, swapping soggy batter for that signature shatter-crust that KFC dreams are made of.

The star of the show here is the Korean fried chicken, lacquered in sticky, spicy gochujang glazes that hit that perfect sweet-heat balance. You’ll find whole wings and boneless bites, each piece double-fried for a crackling exterior that stays crisp even after a short drive home. The soy garlic option offers a savoury, umami counterpoint for those who want the crunch without the fire. BANGTAN delivers across Rugby, so whether you’re in Town East or further out, that glossy, golden chicken is only a few clicks away.