New enjoyment at the front garden market: Chicken Karate” opens its doors!

New enjoyment at the front garden market: Chicken Karate” opens its doors!

In the heart of the 2nd district, more precisely at the Vorgartenmarkt, the new fast food oasis “Chicken Karate” opened on November 4th. After almost a year of closure and only used as a pop-up for “C.O.P”, the stand now offers a fresh range of food based on the popular Japanese “Karaage”, or fried chicken. The Mochi Group, which is behind this concept, was unable to find a buyer for the stand and has decided to continue with the offer.

The location, which offers space for 40 to 45 people, presents itself in a casual atmosphere that allows both self-service and comfortable seating inside and in the bar garden. But what is behind the gastronomic concept? “Chicken Karate” focuses on high-quality ingredients with a price point that is in the middle of the mochi flavor world. The chicken pieces come from Höllerschmid, and both fillet pieces and leg meat find their place on the menu.

Variety on the menu

Hungry guests can choose from an impressive selection of dishes. Among other things, there are the popular chicken tenders, seasoned with curry powder, priced at 9.80 euros. Vegans can look forward to a deep-fried cauliflower served with piri-piri chili sauce, almond slivers and coriander for 8.90 euros. The restaurant also offers two main burger variants: the crispy Chicken Nanban Burger with sweet and sour Nanban sauce and tartare, as well as the Nasu Tonkatsu Burger, the vegan alternative with breaded alanzani and rocket.

The Chicken Teriyaki Sando, made with teriyaki sauce, sour cream, cheddar and pickled red onions, is another highlight. In the future, the team is already planning to introduce chicken wings and spicy dishes to add even more variety to the offering. Austrians who are in a hurry don't have to wait long: the average waiting time for fresh fast food is around 15 minutes.

Expanded opportunities and sustainable practices

The concept of “Chicken Karate”, made famous by Eduard Dimant from the Mochi Group, also reflects a global trend. In Japan, especially before the pandemic, fast food was characterized by a mix of local and international influences. These developments are also evident in Vienna, as the demand for high-quality and innovative food is increasing worldwide. More and more people are looking for a change from the classic fast food dishes, and this is exactly what “Chicken Karate” offers.

The restaurant industry in Japan has seen a shift toward health-conscious options in recent years, including sustainable food sourcing. These trends are now finding their way to Austria. A growing awareness of the environment and quality plays a central role, which is reflected not only in the selection of ingredients but also in the presentation of the dishes. “Chicken Karate” is not only an offer for hungry stomachs, but also an example of the change in eating culture.

The opening hours of the new restaurant are from Tuesday to Saturday, from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. A visit is definitely worth it for anyone who wants to experience the exciting fusion of Japanese fast food culture and local flavors.

Further information about the offer and the dishes can be found in the reports from courier and Ö24. If you are interested in the topic of fast food and its development in Japan, I recommend taking a look Japan Change Money.