# Fried food spots in California > Made for those who have no interest in health trends and prioritize the specific satisfaction of a perfectly fried meal. Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/california/best-fried-foods ## Places (8) ### 1. Amazing Katsu (Santa Clara) Order online and pick up only with no dine-in space. Known for crispy katsu with thin, crunchy breading and juicy pork. Deep fried items keep a crisp crunch best enjoyed quickly after pickup. - Address: 2670 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95051, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Amazing-Katsu-Santa-Clara ### 2. Tendon Tempura Carlos Jr Cozy Japanese spot offers authentic tempura with a light, crisp texture. Fried dishes can be a bit greasy, but braised celery balances the richness. Quiet atmosphere and staff speaking Japanese add to the traditional vibe. - Address: 1510 Cabrillo Ave, Torrance, CA 90501, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TendonTempuraCarlosJr1 ### 3. JAWS TOPOKKI Spacious Korean spot offers a modern design and vibrant vibe with authentic K-pop music. Fried foods stay crispy and come with a spicy dipping sauce, though portions feel small for groups. Seating includes booths and tables for a relaxed meal. - Address: 3807 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90020, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/JAWSTOPOKKI3 ### 4. Captain Sam's Fish & Chicken Generous portions of fresh fried fish shine with classic soul food flavors. Casual, no seating spot inside a market lets you shop while waiting. Delivery boxes keep food moist but lose crispiness. - Address: 4111 Home Ave A, San Diego, CA 92105, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Captain-Sam's-Fish-Chicken ### 5. Hangari Kalgooksu Korean spot serves authentic kalguksu in a warm, homey setting with quick service. Fried dishes come with generous vegetables but are pricey and lack smaller portions. Menu is mostly Korean and limited, focusing on traditional noodle soups and sides like kimchi and barley rice. - Address: 9916 Garden Grove Blvd, Garden Grove, CA 92844, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/HangariKalgooksu ### 6. Seoul Market Eatery 서울분식 Small space with retro Korean street market graphics offers a cozy, nostalgic vibe. Fried foods shine with varied tempura like squid and shrimp, plus sweet and sour chicken. Walls invite writing, adding interactive charm to the lively snack bar feel. - Address: 3110 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90006, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Seoul-Market-Eatery-서울분식 ### 7. Secoya Market Grocery store offers Asian and Hispanic groceries at low prices with a large parking lot. Neat layout hides a dark, dated atmosphere. Quick bites section serves freshly fried Taiwanese foods with many options. - Address: 15233 Gale Ave, City of Industry, CA 91745, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/SecoyaMarket ### 8. Twozone Chicken - 8th Modern interior creates a cozy vibe with ample seating. Fried foods shine with crispy texture, while a toppings bar offers fresh vegetables for customization. Korean-style dishes bring authentic flavors and adjustable spice levels for a casual, filling meal. - Address: 3514 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA 90005, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Twozone-Chicken---8th ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.