Dancen - Chicago

Korean, Full, Cheese
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Dancen

Dancen
4.2 / 5 (930 reviews)

Description

A compact, dimly lit Korean pub known for its fiery grilled dishes—especially the cheesy fire chicken—alongside spicy rice cakes, seafood and kimchi pancakes, pork skewers and hearty soups. Expect a lively, K-pop–accented atmosphere, efficient service, and an extensive drink list including beer, sake and soju cocktails. Popular and often crowded with walk-ins only, it’s ideal for sharing plates with friends over drinks despite slightly steep prices.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Reme

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★ 4.2 / 5 from 930 reviews
talal-a-bird40
29.11.2023

Talk about a hidden gem. It feels like you're eating in someone's shed but the food is incredible and prices are very fair for the portions and quality.

bill-wang-school92
29.11.2023

We were truly impressed by the food at Dancen. Every dish we ordered—especially the cheesy fire chicken, spicy pork skin, kimchi pancake, sweet marinated pork rib, and spicy squid—was exceptional! The restaurant boasts an intimate atmosphere, making it a fantastic place to savor traditional Korean dishes with friends. We can’t wait to come back again soon!

melissa-gastelum-lop
29.11.2023

The interior may not be the most impressive, but the food is fantastic! This place is definitely worth a return visit thanks to their incredible menu. I highly recommend trying the Fire Chicken with cheese—it's absolutely delicious!

reme-s-3
22.08.2024

The food was delicious, I had a chance to meet the cook and thank her. Highly Recommend! If you like spicy chicken with a little bit of sweetness and a whole lot of smoke, definitely recommend the fire chicken. It's amazing! I literally travel two and a half hours when I'm craving it, it's that good!

dana-s-mushroom959
22.08.2024

It's clear that the fire chicken is the highlight of this restaurant, so I won't say much other than it's absolutely as tasty as everyone claims. Whether you go for cheese or skip it, you won't be disappointed. The rice cakes were soft and fluffy, the kimchi was fresh and tangy, and the skewers were incredibly tender and flavorful. I visited with a few friends to try as many dishes as possible, and everything we had was delicious. We definitely plan to return!

Menu

  • Soup & Stew

    Large Clam Soup
    Large Clam Soup
    $13.5
    Hot Pepper Paste Soup
    Hot Pepper Paste Soup
    $13.5
    Tuna&Kimchi Soup
    Tuna&Kimchi Soup
    $13.5
  • Soju

    Chum Chu Rumm
    Chum Chu Rumm
    $13.5
  • Rice Wine

    Mak Gul U
    Mak Gul U
    $13.5
  • Beverage

    Diet C
    Diet C
    $1.9

FAQ

A little farther away is CTA-Western-Brown Line, where you can also access the municipal transportation.

There is a TV / screen on-site where sports are broadcast.

You can also pay for your dishes with various credit cards.

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