Here’s where to try the viral ‘high-low’ pairing made famous by chefs like Wylie Dufresne, David Chang and Simon Kim
The “high-low” pairing of fried chicken and caviar began with chefs like Wylie Dufresne and David Chang — but went viral around the country thanks to Simon Kim’s Korean-American New York hit Coqodaq. Here’s where to try it in L.A.
Catch LA
For its 10-year anniversary in L.A., the seafood hot spot received a design and menu refresh, introducing new items like chicken and caviar bao buns. The decadent dish combines crisp cornflake-crusted chicken with Kaluga caviar, nestled in a soft steamed bao bun with wasabi-avocado ranch and house pickles. 8715 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323-347-6060, catchrestaurants.com
Majordomo
Majordomo’s Fried Chicken and CaviarCredit: Courtesy of Majordomo
At chef David Chang’s first West Coast restaurant that he opened in an L.A. warehouse near L.A. State Historic Park in 2018, he serves a fried chicken and caviar creation with crème fraîche and chives. He also offers a BBQ version in a bun at Century City’s Super Peach. 1725 Naud St., Chinatown, 323-545-4880, momofuku.com
Zouk
This SBE nightclub in WeHo stepped things up for its VIP patrons with the introduction of caviar nuggets. Now a signature on the menu, the crispy golden fried nuggets are paired with briny caviar — as well as Champagne and other premium bottle service offerings. 643 La Cienega Blvd., West Hollywood, 424-296-1600, zouk.la