Bonchon is the Korean fried-chicken chain founded in Busan in 2002.
The brand became known for crisp, twice-fried chicken coated with sauces such as soy garlic and spicy glaze. Its name comes from Korean words meaning “my hometown,” reflecting the company’s Korean origins.
Bonchon later expanded beyond South Korea, including restaurants in the United States and other countries. Korean fried chicken is often distinguished from many American styles by its thin, crisp crust and sauce applied after frying.
Bonchon is sometimes confused with Kyochon or BBQ Chicken, two other major Korean fried-chicken brands. Those companies are separate chains with their own founding histories and menus.