Charlie's Famous Fried Chicken

Located in a former Jim Dandy, this TikTok-famous South L.A. chicken stand combines Korean and Southern influences for an affordable fried chicken option with sides that burst with flavor from every direction. Charlie’s superfans go wild for the addicting garlic noodles, unique hot water cornbread and the fried chicken skin sandwich—and while the chicken itself has about the same quality as Louisiana Fried Chicken on a good day, the soy garlic, honey butter and sweet Cajun flavors set Charlie’s Famous apart from the steep neighborhood competition. While the setting is definitely fast food (there’s no dine-in seating), most items are cooked to order—so budget about 20 minutes or so for your order, or call ahead at 323-305-2777 for faster pickup.