Bonchon Opens In Towson, Will Be 'Test Kitchen,' CEO Says

TOWSON, MD — A chain specializing in Korean fried chicken is now open in Towson.

Bonchon is celebrating its grand opening in the Goucher Commons shopping center with $1 menu items — on orders that are takeout or dine-in only — from Monday, April 12, to Friday, April 16.

In addition, the first 100 guests to the location at 813 Goucher Boulevard on Friday will receive free Bonchon shirts.

The 2,035-square-foot restaurant features artwork showing scenes from Busan, South Korea, and bold graphics as well as modern furniture, according to a statement from the restaurant chain.

"We are excited to introduce Bonchon’s new restaurant model, designed for a fast-casual experience, to the Towson community,” Bonchon CEO Flynn Dekker said in a statement. "This new design enhances and streamlines guest interaction while offering our team an improved operating environment. "

Bonchon, which is Korean for "my hometown," was founded in South Korea in 2002 and branched into the United States in 2006. More than 100 restaurants are now open across the country, in more than 20 states.

"Bonchon Towson doubles as one of our corporate test kitchens — so guests of this location will have the unique opportunity to try new menu items not found at other area Bonchon restaurants,” Dekker said.

Menu items include chicken, Korean street corn, a fried chicken sandwich (with spicy, soy garlic or the new sweet red chili sauce), mac & Kimcheese and other dishes.

Bochon Towson is at 813 Goucher Boulevard. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. All orders placed through bonchon.com will have free delivery through April 30. Curbside pickup and dine-in options are available.