How LA's Honey's Kettle Has Been Perfecting Fried Chicken for 40 Years - The Experts

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  • @eater
    @eater  2 ปีที่แล้ว +892

    Thanks for watching! For more on Honey's Kettle and their delicious fried chicken, go to instagram.com/honeyskettle

    • @rbu2136
      @rbu2136 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Great video. This guy was warm, friendly, fun and had that swagger of a guy who knew he had nailed it!

    • @lighttheoryllc4337
      @lighttheoryllc4337 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Has nothing to do w/ the color of your skin.
      It has to do w/ what ALLAH inspires in the hearts if those who believe.

    • @My2CentsYall
      @My2CentsYall 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      i have never eaten it...it look alright. The east coast does it differently its not a wet batter but dry.

    • @chaviusrandall216
      @chaviusrandall216 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Shreveport Louisiana, yessir!!

    • @Azraelfromgamefax
      @Azraelfromgamefax 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@My2CentsYall that's the way I do it. I brine it, then marinate in buttermilk, then dredge in seasoned flour. The extra flour and buttermilk goes into the biscuits so nothing is wasted

  • @rileyfrank1810
    @rileyfrank1810 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10992

    I’m in love with this dudes passion and confidence in his craft. We could use more artisans like this in all walks of life

    • @gregoryb4486
      @gregoryb4486 2 ปีที่แล้ว +130

      I roomed with his son, definitely the whole family’s vibe. And the food is amazing

    • @matthewjohnson816
      @matthewjohnson816 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      Couldn’t agree more my man

    • @austinboba
      @austinboba 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      in poetry too

    • @zuchorovung3600
      @zuchorovung3600 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@matthewjohnson816 juror

    • @Sinic818
      @Sinic818 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      I love your comment. The world needs more artisans, people love passion and honesty.

  • @cameronford6339
    @cameronford6339 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4385

    Love how he speaks about his son, you can tell he's a both a great dad and a great chef.

    • @lewisjames4558
      @lewisjames4558 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He bout to beat his ass

    • @yadig.
      @yadig. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +130

      His son sounds really passionate and proud of his dad too in the way he speaks

    • @adriankelly350
      @adriankelly350 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      best bit about the video wasn't it. what a champ

    • @NazriB
      @NazriB 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lies again? Do it yourself

    • @AdaptiveApeHybrid
      @AdaptiveApeHybrid 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      Both seem like mild mannered, passionate, highly skilled, stand up guys.
      I'm nowhere near them but I'd absolutely give this place a solid shot based on this video. Chicken looks amazing and they are clearly passionate and striving for excellence. I work in kitchens myself and tbh, I wish I could work for people like this. People who are passionate about a craft just amp me up. There's nothing like being a useful part of some great whole imo

  • @mihilist
    @mihilist 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1994

    This guy could do a weekly show just being himself in his restaurant, personality is outstanding, his ability to just speak to a camera with no filler is top notch.

    • @deecry8087
      @deecry8087 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Yes indeed! He sold me with this video! Visiting his spot is now on my bucket list!

    • @goodgoyim9459
      @goodgoyim9459 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      the stereotype wrote itself. Just need the watermelon now.

    • @pistolpete8231
      @pistolpete8231 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      @@goodgoyim9459 u mad?

    • @mihilist
      @mihilist 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@goodgoyim9459 gross

    • @ProudBM19
      @ProudBM19 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@goodgoyim9459 Boy Bye...SMH

  • @IDontTalkToCops
    @IDontTalkToCops ปีที่แล้ว +374

    Anybody who has that much passion and love for what they do and who constantly strives toward mastering their craft is going to have success in anything they do. This was a real joy to watch.

    • @Chicago2714
      @Chicago2714 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Hell of a comment. You can see the excitement in the man face.💯

  • @getjaxon
    @getjaxon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1920

    Honey's Kettle is a special place, the recipe is so damn good... Just pure gold. Seeing the owner and people behind it just backs up why this business has been a huge success.

    • @samuraidoggy
      @samuraidoggy 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do white people actually eat there too, or is this some black neighborhood why its so popular?

    • @getjaxon
      @getjaxon 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@samuraidoggy of course! it’s actually in the middle of a really gentrified area. Culver City is home to Sony Pictures, Apple Music and Amazon Studios. So I mean, yeah all types of people. You probably won’t see really health conscious people go there though. The gym rat, Kombucha obsessed white people.

    • @snitox
      @snitox ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It's worse than Popeyes wtf u talking about.

    • @JamminClemmons
      @JamminClemmons ปีที่แล้ว

      @@snitox What-chew is talkin' about? Sheeeeeeyit, we can'ts visit ya'lls foods places in America tah order a foods witout gettin' gawk at likes we's from da inner-city! It happen too!! And da Spanish peoples is nuts too. I walk into YOUR USA markets to purchase bacon too but first I's gots ta know how to speak street-jive! - Da hell's wrong witchu people there? Imma gonna slappa yo faces wit wet spahetti. Mama Mia!!!

    • @exglued2394
      @exglued2394 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      @@snitox you’re desensitized with fast food

  • @kevincong1378
    @kevincong1378 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1866

    This has got to be one of the most inspirational guys I've seen. Proud of who he is, what he does, and how he does it. Rock on!

    • @atalxndr
      @atalxndr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      His energy is dope

    • @kermitrooseveltferkelroose9537
      @kermitrooseveltferkelroose9537 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      but this isnt the best fried chicken !! i saw a lot of videos of chefs and even snopp dog chicken looks better ....so u cant tell ...its good for sure but i saw other videos with 100% better results....alone the old trick ands tradition with pickle water and so on....taste for sure better than this

    • @boogitybear2283
      @boogitybear2283 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      And he enjoys what he does! That’s the best way to live!

    • @jaded-harper
      @jaded-harper 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@kermitrooseveltferkelroose9537 k and? who said it was the best fried chicken ever lol? pointless comment. just like mine

    • @larrysproul9424
      @larrysproul9424 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That chicken place is on my bucket lost for sure.,,,,

  • @PANDABOI
    @PANDABOI 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2334

    I went to Los Angeles and Tried their Chicken,
    One of the best I ever had and the biscuit was too much good!

    • @justgonnacomment
      @justgonnacomment 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      It looks really yummy, the way he describes it is heavenly 🍗 very cool u for 15 mil btw congrats dude

    • @jarjarbinks4243
      @jarjarbinks4243 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      How many bots u pay for those subs?

    • @DireRainX
      @DireRainX ปีที่แล้ว

      Your videos are dogshit

    • @IsaacPhillips-wv1ok
      @IsaacPhillips-wv1ok ปีที่แล้ว

      This is straight to the point

    • @jgoat33
      @jgoat33 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jarjarbinks4243he has incredibly high viewed shorts they aren’t bots

  • @danielcarrillo4385
    @danielcarrillo4385 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +762

    he refers to his employees not as cooks but as chefs....man the professionalism!

    • @tusharnagula6969
      @tusharnagula6969 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

      Professionalism ❌ Chivalry ✅

    • @01hZ
      @01hZ 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

      in truth they are neither

    • @Poeticfloetic
      @Poeticfloetic 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

      ​@@01hZHow would you know? Maybe they are Commis Chefs??? Have you perused their resumes? You sound like an unseasoned hater 😂

    • @willie549
      @willie549 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      @@Poeticfloetic You sound deluded 🤣
      Of course they are not Chefs 🤦‍♂

    • @IHTCAU
      @IHTCAU 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      7:54

  • @appalachianfamilyrecipes4647
    @appalachianfamilyrecipes4647 2 ปีที่แล้ว +268

    I’ve never wanted fried chicken more in my life. I absolutely love the dedication to his craft and how he strives for perfection. I also loved the multi generational story!

  • @RandomBlackGamer
    @RandomBlackGamer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4469

    Him saying that his mom was from New Orleans and his dad was from Shreveport was all I needed to know to prove that the chicken is as good as he says it is. Those are arguably the best locations in Louisiana to get fried chicken.

    • @chefgrigs
      @chefgrigs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +65

      He from the real LA, that’s where My fam from the Port😍

    • @RandomBlackGamer
      @RandomBlackGamer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +91

      @@chefgrigs same. I moved to TX but anytime I touch down I gotta grab some Southern Classic.

    • @jasonreed6363
      @jasonreed6363 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      He got his stripes fasho

    • @houserental5424
      @houserental5424 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Bro its fake, no one in LA even knows wtf this place is

    • @taylorholder4537
      @taylorholder4537 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I'm in Shreveport right now. There's a lot of good chicken here for sure.

  • @corbfisher
    @corbfisher 2 ปีที่แล้ว +427

    This man is an EXPERT and he got there by continually trying to make his product better. He should teach the subject because he gives such a great explanation of how he does it. PASSION!!

    • @JimboJones99
      @JimboJones99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      God Bless Honey 🍯 Kettle's Fried Chicken 🙏🍗
      God Bless President Trump 🙏🇺🇲

    • @SuperSnipo
      @SuperSnipo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@JimboJones99 amen brother

    • @Skiskiski
      @Skiskiski 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Those feathers were wavy at the camera!!😂😊😛😋😙😚🤩🥰

  • @jonathanchai465
    @jonathanchai465 ปีที่แล้ว +94

    Based in Toronto, and saw this video and added this to a bucket list when I visit LA. All I can say is, this is crossed off the bucket list and my god this is some good food. Even got the chance to meet Vincent in the resturant, casually just sitting and ensuring the business was running smoothly. Great guy and very dedicated to his craft. Hope this comes to Toronto one day

    • @Ms123kill
      @Ms123kill ปีที่แล้ว

      should have asked him. Lately Vancouver and toronto food scene is growing we need more.

    • @willie549
      @willie549 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Why don't you just make it yourself?

    • @RyanHoltz
      @RyanHoltz หลายเดือนก่อน

      I am interviewing him tomorrow for my podcast here in LA. I am based in BC, Canada and literally said “I gotta interview him”
      Anything you would ask? Excited to try the chicken too!

  • @moistydoooood
    @moistydoooood 2 ปีที่แล้ว +833

    i love how he speaks about his son it’s so adorable. and because of that you can see the passion and love that his son puts forth as well. lots of parents can learn from this amazing man.

    • @mrjdavidt
      @mrjdavidt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I surely have 🙏🏾

    • @samuraidoggy
      @samuraidoggy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      tbh, I couldnt care less about that talk.

    • @Doomer253
      @Doomer253 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@samuraidoggy Because your father sucks or you've never met him?

    • @matheusmoreira6291
      @matheusmoreira6291 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      @@samuraidoggy its ok, i hope your day got better after that comment.

    • @pollypockets508
      @pollypockets508 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I thought that was super sweet

  • @jimmylin600
    @jimmylin600 2 ปีที่แล้ว +406

    I love to see passionate chefs with a zest for life and their craft. The people who work here puts love into the food.

    • @bronzkhrome4024
      @bronzkhrome4024 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      AND he does it with Love, you have to love that, :)

    • @repentandbelieveinjesuschr9495
      @repentandbelieveinjesuschr9495 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Repent to Jesus Christ
      “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
      ‭‭1 Peter‬ ‭5:7‬ ‭NIV‬‬
      h

  • @aBc-123-XyZ
    @aBc-123-XyZ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +553

    Glad to see his son beside him learning the craft,to carry on his father's tradition of making the best fried chicken and biscuits.

    • @9hundred67
      @9hundred67 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      he might get some heart complications

    • @9hundred67
      @9hundred67 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @sketchers educated guess

    • @kimhornhem5399
      @kimhornhem5399 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      cause he praises his son so well and deserved. Son would of gapped it otherwise.

    • @lalaicast
      @lalaicast 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@9hundred67 ahh

    • @SilverforceX
      @SilverforceX 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@9hundred67 Nobody lives forever my man. Just enjoy it while you can!

  • @praokon
    @praokon ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I absolutely love it when people enjoy what they do and u can genuinely tell this guy loves what he does and it shows in the product. It's an Art, it is a craft to this man. Beautiful. These are the kinds of places I love going to.

  • @douglawson8937
    @douglawson8937 2 ปีที่แล้ว +276

    It's funny seeing real chef's that have perfected their craft and as a chef myself, you can just look at what people these here have done and everything from the consistency of the batter to the boil in the fryer and the aesthetic of the chicken itself when it's done, you know it's gonna be a an excellent product just by looking at it. Well done, fellas! Very well done!

    • @aznbbygirls
      @aznbbygirls 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Black people makes the best fried chicken.

    • @truthhurts3524
      @truthhurts3524 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I was curious if they swap out the oil everyday or they filter it to extend its life? Along with feeling bad for the dude that does clean the fryers, always hated that.

    • @donniezawadski2047
      @donniezawadski2047 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      🤣🤣🤣 I'm a chef as well

  • @oneminuteenglishlesson7891
    @oneminuteenglishlesson7891 2 ปีที่แล้ว +271

    I am seriously loving this guy and his son. They explain everything so well, and I have to give credit to the Eater videographers and editors - great visual storytelling!

  • @donovanhaase6752
    @donovanhaase6752 2 ปีที่แล้ว +306

    I grew up 10 minutes away from this place, one of my favorite spots!!! Best fried chicken I've had, and the biscuits are to DIE for

    • @fredfry5100
      @fredfry5100 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That, is extraordinarily fortunate of you.

    • @danielluo4408
      @danielluo4408 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      So jealous, I would eat there everyday if I could!

    • @january7213
      @january7213 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Sad they closed the Compton location! Gotta travel to Culver City now....🙄

    • @fade2black001
      @fade2black001 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@danielluo4408 You have to think that Compton is one of the most crime rated cities in the country. I'm not so sure (as a white dude) would want to go there

    • @abdula2853
      @abdula2853 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Quality at its best and biscuits are from heaven.

  • @tiberiuskirk739
    @tiberiuskirk739 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    He sold me on this. I’m taking a trip across the country to taste this work of art , this labor of love that I’m sure will come through in the product!

  • @Widderic
    @Widderic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +564

    He looks like an awesome guy to have as a father. Straight up wholesome and hardworking. Screams what I love about America.

    • @jayjones7693
      @jayjones7693 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      @@VegasLiveStream Leave it up to a republican to make something good in wholesome political

    • @gragascel
      @gragascel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      @@VegasLiveStream how about we dont make something wholesome and genuine political? there are plenty of people from any side of the political spectrum who are hardworking and good people. someones political stance does not dictate who they are lol

    • @Spabsa
      @Spabsa 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@jayjones7693 you should’ve left “Republican” out of your sentence unless your trying to be a hypocrite

    • @lordhumungus7980
      @lordhumungus7980 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      And as usual, something wholesome just turned political. God I love America.

    • @jayjones7693
      @jayjones7693 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Spabsa You should read a dictionary and learn with the word hypocrite means…

  • @Naughtez
    @Naughtez 2 ปีที่แล้ว +385

    Oh my God. This looks absolutely incredible. The passion, the secret marinade. If I'm ever in LA I must remember this place.

    • @watching789
      @watching789 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Don't

    • @Mindyobusiness89
      @Mindyobusiness89 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@watching789 you tried it?

    • @Bubbles99718
      @Bubbles99718 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Worth it. It's great

    • @jakejones3068
      @jakejones3068 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s good nothing unreal

    • @anirbanghosh7987
      @anirbanghosh7987 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      not been to this place. but been to LA. very dirty city.

  • @masteryoda5705
    @masteryoda5705 ปีที่แล้ว +133

    The thing I love most about this is when the Dad looks at the son with pure pride

  • @CBGBBB
    @CBGBBB ปีที่แล้ว +43

    I've never seen someone more confident in themselves and what they create. Incredible looking fried chicken!

  • @MS-MS11
    @MS-MS11 2 ปีที่แล้ว +532

    " I didn't invent fried chicken, I perfected" spoken like a true master chef and props to the elder lady if you take pride in your work in return doors will open for you💯💙

    • @fumanpoo4725
      @fumanpoo4725 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Perfected torture of God's creatures.

    • @jerryosborn9833
      @jerryosborn9833 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@fumanpoo4725 shut up vegans

    • @Aiden_Muslim
      @Aiden_Muslim 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@fumanpoo4725 That's about right, they don't kill them straight away they make them go through a lot of torture.

    • @ashleyryan6222
      @ashleyryan6222 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@Aiden_Muslim mmmmmmmmm even tastier

    • @STM7878
      @STM7878 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Aiden_Muslim 🤤

  • @rawbluecheese
    @rawbluecheese 2 ปีที่แล้ว +128

    Love the pride, the method and the joy Vincent, his son and Mama Biscuit take in perfecting their food. I'm watching this at 5.45am and am now craving Honey's Kettle fried chicken. Would love watch a cooking show about these guys. They are all so personable.

  • @adammendoza3503
    @adammendoza3503 2 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    These are the kind of places and restaurants that never die due to the passion and the commitment of the people that are cooking it… my hats off to you sir… all one word… Awesome…

  • @The_Cobalt_Lair
    @The_Cobalt_Lair ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I used your techniques to fry up chicken thighs for dinner today & it came out amazing. I dry marinated the chicken over night, used cold filtered water for the batter & it was the best fried chicken I’ve had in a long time. I did use lard to fry the chicken & the spices were different than what you probably use but your way to fry chicken is now My go-to method.
    How well does this work for frying pork chops?

  • @texaslawdawg1902
    @texaslawdawg1902 2 ปีที่แล้ว +145

    One of the best ever. We traveled all the way from Texas to sample it. Honey Kettle and Willie May's Scotch House in NOLA are the top two in the country. End of discussion.

    • @constantravens4800
      @constantravens4800 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      😮

    • @GenX...MCMLXV
      @GenX...MCMLXV 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      End of discussion. LOL OK Mr law dawg chicken expert..................There's Willie Mays Scotch House in New Orleans and I can take you to a dozen places as good or better in the Carolinas and Georgia--- no Hattie Mays Scotch House--- Hattie May started doing chicken in Nashville and it doesn't even rate a second visit, nasty burnt oil overcooked yardbird mess.

    • @snsn7251
      @snsn7251 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He is passionate about what he does and it pays off and rewards him

    • @omostim2385
      @omostim2385 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You meant Willie Mae’s Scotch House and I’ll agree Willie Mae’s is good. I haven’t had this honey kettle but they don’t look like they jokin around

    • @joselopez-he1mc
      @joselopez-he1mc 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Maybe i didnt get a good batch but very disappointed in both places. I was the only customer at honey kettle. Bullet proof glass was the first id seen in an eatery except maybe bludsoes.

  • @supremefries6209
    @supremefries6209 2 ปีที่แล้ว +224

    Why do I feel like I just watched a Michelin Star video? The passion and dedication here are second to none, this was more than just inspiring.

    • @Scott_Silver
      @Scott_Silver 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      They really should give out more Michelin stars for stuff like fried chicken and fish n chips

    • @leonscott543
      @leonscott543 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Because you are. His attention to detail is Michelin star worthy.... That's all that those Michelin stars represent, attention to detail. This fried chicken process deserves at least one star

    • @lalaicast
      @lalaicast 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      This

    • @hanzohanzo3680
      @hanzohanzo3680 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      🤣

    • @PimpofChaos
      @PimpofChaos 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Not every tasty food deserves Michelin star. They have their own standards, and this man doesn't deserve false trophies.

  • @ToXiCxMadness2
    @ToXiCxMadness2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +304

    Imagine if all people had a passion like this man, you can’t be an angry person when you’re focusing on your passion! This man is a role model to us all

    • @Nako3
      @Nako3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Well all need a passion to distract us from this insane world we live in!

    • @MikeTheD
      @MikeTheD 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We have tons of people just grinding away and too busy to hear from. We only hear from the nasty folks usually.

  • @UHPhilipA
    @UHPhilipA ปีที่แล้ว +11

    You gotta love people like this man. It's trickling down to his son and his employees. Would love to try his chicken and biscuits one day!

  • @TypicallyUniqueOfficial
    @TypicallyUniqueOfficial ปีที่แล้ว +501

    There’s nothing I have more respect for than an individual that has dedicated themselves to their craft for a lifetime.
    The amount of lit bits of knowledge you gain over the year to perfect such a product is art.

    • @mastershifu8151
      @mastershifu8151 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @TypicallyUnique W comment

    • @FutaCatto2
      @FutaCatto2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      6:04 I appreciate his honesty but there is no such thing as "Healthy fried chicken". If he meant top quality fried chicken, I would definitely agree.

    • @SonicBoomC98
      @SonicBoomC98 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Right. I hate when people try to do something just to do something.

    • @jonahbrown5669
      @jonahbrown5669 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@SonicBoomC98Weird thing to hate

    • @SonicBoomC98
      @SonicBoomC98 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@jonahbrown5669 No its not. Some people don't care and will just do things any kind of way

  • @DanniDuck
    @DanniDuck 2 ปีที่แล้ว +662

    I always like to look up the restaurants shown on Google to look at their reviews. Their chicken is described as more juicy and fresh than crispy like most are used to. Apparently they have amazing lemonade with different fresh fruit flavors like Blueberry, as well! Their mini pies also have great reviews and are an amazing addition to your meal. This place has great reviews and what looks to be great food!! I wish I lived in LA and could try this. I'm actually from Shreveport, where he said some of his family is from. We have a lot of great chicken here and a lot of bad chicken (KFC, Popeyes, etc.) too.

    • @chuckjordan4555
      @chuckjordan4555 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Southern Classic... Shreveport naive....stand up..!!

    • @thehappyrecluse
      @thehappyrecluse 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Honey Kettle has been my go to local fried chicken spot since they opened. They are incredible and are definitely a must if you are in the area.

    • @aidan9846
      @aidan9846 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      This place is amazing, if you ever come to LA make sure to try it!

    • @heyyou9244
      @heyyou9244 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I live in LA and will be trying for you

    • @garrettgreen9667
      @garrettgreen9667 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Popeyes and KFC is not bad chicken though

  • @johnedwards4394
    @johnedwards4394 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    These privately owned restaurants are always the best. Quality!

    • @sallgoodman2323
      @sallgoodman2323 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Truly. It's not just a job, but their lifestyle.

  • @MistressSugarbritches
    @MistressSugarbritches ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Just letting you all know up at Honey’s Kettle that I’ve used your method close to a half dozen times & I’m so pleased with the results now that I’m getting it down to a science that I’ve stopped looking at other peoples’ videos about frying chicken. I’ll be using your method (I actually have some boneless thighs marinating in My fridge for tomorrow) every time I fry up some chicken. You are a bunch of chicken frying gurus!

    • @reggietisdale
      @reggietisdale 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What seasonings do you use when you fry your chicken and do you dredge it like this and what do you put in yours?

    • @raytacoles766
      @raytacoles766 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Whats the brand of the Batter mix

  • @ArielK1987
    @ArielK1987 2 ปีที่แล้ว +352

    This gentleman should a food culinary instructor. Cause his explanation of his food and his cooking tools are on point.

    • @poison2433
      @poison2433 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      You obviously arent a chef, a lot of what he was saying were fairy tales.

    • @mivuhis
      @mivuhis 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@poison2433 And you are a chef?

    • @jacobsanchez5189
      @jacobsanchez5189 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@poison2433 can you elaborate?

    • @Tundrawrath
      @Tundrawrath 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@jacobsanchez5189 there are plenty of explanation in TH-cam just check the Michelin star chefs , the guy frying chicken is amazing but in the end he's knowledge is just about frying chicken .

    • @jacobsanchez5189
      @jacobsanchez5189 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      @@Tundrawrath He’s mastered his craft. Isn’t that the point of the video? I think people try to nitpick anything and everything, just enjoy the story this man is telling.

  • @IsmokeHiphopLive
    @IsmokeHiphopLive 2 ปีที่แล้ว +208

    I love this team, from the dad to the beautiful lady that makes the biscuits.

  • @OkNoBigDeal
    @OkNoBigDeal 2 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    A consummate drive for perfection through innovation is a sign of genius. This man and his legacy are proof.

  • @TaxProGirl
    @TaxProGirl ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Never thought I'd have so much pride (to the point of tears) in a restaurant story. The way he embraces his roots & the amount of research done is phenomenal.

  • @askingwhyisfree7436
    @askingwhyisfree7436 2 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    I want everyone to be like this guy. Loves his craft and knows people like what he does. He's the chicken guy.

  • @simphiwetom9509
    @simphiwetom9509 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    There's something special about food cooked in love. The passion of this old.man is so awesome. He describes his craft in a very splendid manner.

  • @polyverse1
    @polyverse1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    I love this brother, and his passion for his craft. He’s a master chef and he’s definitely necessary. In addition I admire his son for running with his father and being faithful to him.

  • @jonasb6440
    @jonasb6440 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    It has to be such a good feeling for the dad that he has his son who will eventually carry on the tradition

  • @apollstar1
    @apollstar1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +624

    Damn I love this guy. He’s so passionate about what he does. You can see all the love and hard work he put into making his chicken so that it is completely the best. I wish I would’ve known about this place when I was living in California. I really want to try it. And mama biscuit is just as passionate and loving as well. And you got a great son. Like one big happy family restaurant, I love it. You’re great people, would to fly out just to try it.

    • @chefgiovanni
      @chefgiovanni ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm a Chef and I would love to taste his chicken. He puts love into the recipe.
      Here is another great egg recipe from the Chef : th-cam.com/video/7dSh4nkMKfY/w-d-xo.html

    • @lobolgbt1300
      @lobolgbt1300 ปีที่แล้ว

      I want him to eat me like he ate that piece of chicken

  • @tylerjacobson8012
    @tylerjacobson8012 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Quality ingredients, generational skill, and most importantly passionate great people. That’s what it takes to make truly great food. Thanks to this video this place is now a bucket list atop of mine. This man is so dedicated to his craft. I’m sure this chicken is insanely good.

  • @craigcashman2275
    @craigcashman2275 2 ปีที่แล้ว +254

    This guy is a legend. His passion is infectious, and I bet he never stops working.

    • @samuraidoggy
      @samuraidoggy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      In the end, he just cooks fried chicken lol. Its not rocket science.

    • @zuzi1028
      @zuzi1028 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@samuraidoggy did you watch the video you sore lonely loser? You know-it-all lowlife trash of a human being

    • @sprectra4344
      @sprectra4344 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      ​@@samuraidoggy fried chicken is superior to rocket science tho

    • @avecxesar
      @avecxesar ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@samuraidoggyin the end, he feeds people. What rocket scientist does??? Lol

    • @lowQRUNT
      @lowQRUNT ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sprectra4344as long as he wakes up every morning and loving the day ahead of him is all that matters.

  • @jcuz451
    @jcuz451 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love everything about this. The owner seemed so passionate and particular about his method. The fact that his son seemed to share that same passion for his fathers dream is super wholesome. I wish the best for these guys .

  • @larrydanadavid2435
    @larrydanadavid2435 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Everyone that was interviewed is an inspiration for doing things the right way. With care, passion and dedication. Cheers

  • @westcoastspartan1528
    @westcoastspartan1528 ปีที่แล้ว +107

    You can tell he puts love into his food, and passing down the knowledge to his kids priceless 🙏

  • @jor181
    @jor181 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    That was one of the most enjoyable eats I have watched. More people need to interview him. That went by fast. His teaching and enthusiasm was top notch!

  • @tristenwydeman
    @tristenwydeman ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The passion in his craft alone makes me want to go and I love how he has brought his family up to carry on the tradition. Oh they will be getting a visit from me so glad I saw this. So sad I did not know them earlier I would have gone. This was well done.

  • @ethandaniel8123
    @ethandaniel8123 2 ปีที่แล้ว +222

    You can tell he does everything the LEGIT WAY. Kitchen cleaned everyday, fresh chicken, and a real passion for what he does. Gordon Ramsay would be proud. 🙌🏼

    • @Poeticfloetic
      @Poeticfloetic 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Gordon Ramsey is not the MVP of chefs . His restaurants have had scandals. Clearly you have not heard in the states. Lol He is overrated and a palm coloured hater. He would not wash his chicken nor does he promote it. Like most Europeans they do not believe in washing meat. 😂😂😂

  • @regalnut86
    @regalnut86 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    His passion in next level! What a great family and story. Loved this.

  • @alamsyahbatrabatliz9340
    @alamsyahbatrabatliz9340 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Seeing someone that's so passionate at something is always a good motivation.

  • @bdawg4231
    @bdawg4231 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It's so nice seeing hard working people that take so much pride in their work! Living on the East Coast I don't know if or when I'll be over on the west coast again but I'd love to come visit this establishment!

  • @chrissy1616
    @chrissy1616 2 ปีที่แล้ว +162

    I love!!!! Honey’s Kettle. The chicken,biscuits, and the lemonade is amazing!. If your ever in Los Angeles make your way to honey’s Kettle. You won’t be disappointed!

    • @DongWang-m4n
      @DongWang-m4n 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It looks like ordinary fried chicken to me.

    • @loganblack4885
      @loganblack4885 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @Draper Scott dude this the best chicken and biscuits hands down

    • @jackd6148
      @jackd6148 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      People said Texas BBQ was amazing. When I was stationed there, the food was poor. My BBQ is much better than anything I had there. This chicken looks average.

    • @travisyarbrough4033
      @travisyarbrough4033 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You need to try Fixins Soul Kitchen for regular style fried chicken .... and the waffles are beyond description good. New place but the food is without words great !!!!

  • @aydapadistudio
    @aydapadistudio 2 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    This guy is so inspirational. You can really feel his passion for his food.

  • @dontcare9689
    @dontcare9689 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    This is so nice to see a family with so much pride for their product & the customer. Going to see you soon thank you.

  • @andyzhang7890
    @andyzhang7890 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You can tell he’s so proud and passionate for his craft, it’s damn infectious. Respect

  • @Amin_2k
    @Amin_2k ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I love it when someone is excited about his craft. Doesnt matter if its cooking chicken, or window cleaning or whatever, i love it.

  • @Asdfghjkl1234
    @Asdfghjkl1234 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Wow!! Looks amazing. Very inspiring father and son. Can’t wait to go. Greetings and respect to all from Durango Mexico 🇲🇽

  • @GangPiggy
    @GangPiggy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Just ordered this chicken twice last week! There’s delivery available in West LA. I really thought they were the best fried chicken in LA even b4 this video.

  • @Usef1371
    @Usef1371 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This man speaks with such passion and love for the business! I love it

  • @EmandLloyd
    @EmandLloyd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    One day after this video came out, we just happened to be traveling to LA from Hong Kong and watched the video before we boarded our flight.
    Just left Honey’s Kettle, and honestly the chicken exceeded our expectations. Vincent was in the shop himself too, so we got to shake his hand and take a picture. Please go and try this place if you’re in LA - it’s incredible.

    • @bayodaman
      @bayodaman 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      man I really want some now

  • @busbqbill449
    @busbqbill449 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    A true craftsman. Hard to find in these times. Unbelievable passion

  • @Kitty-we6il
    @Kitty-we6il 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    You can hear the emotion in his voice talking about his lost parents, and honestly I'm the same way with my Dad, too.

  • @TheAvgJoeVlog
    @TheAvgJoeVlog ปีที่แล้ว +2

    To have that clean of a spot with fried chicken is wild. There’s so much oil, seasoning and flower floating around making a mess is seemingly avoidable. They have it all dialed in!

  • @roundone7954
    @roundone7954 2 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    As a restaurant owner myself I can tell this man is the real deal! Most owners don't have to stay at their restaurant or even work there. But I can tell this man loves what he does and cares about his product. Next time I'm in LA (and that's where I grew up) I will definitely be stopping in this place.👍

    • @alexdumont6401
      @alexdumont6401 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So you think it's sanitary to put your raw chicken in the sink????

    • @roundone7954
      @roundone7954 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      @@alexdumont6401 Many restaurants have sinks especially to rinse meat. They're usually not the same sink that you wash your dishes in or your hand washing sinks! But I'm guessing you know that since your commenting on it right?🤣
      I know potatoes aren't unsanitary like chicken but many restaurants have special sinks to soak their French fries in. To get the starch out . Including in-and-out burgers.They are usually separate from their dishwashing sinks as well. You don't stay in business for that long if you're getting people sick.🤷‍♂️

    • @roundone7954
      @roundone7954 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@alexdumont6401 ????

    • @roundone7954
      @roundone7954 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@alexdumont6401 And by the way raw is spelled (RAW)!

    • @alexdumont6401
      @alexdumont6401 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@roundone7954 yes karen

  • @enjoytheshow.2438
    @enjoytheshow.2438 2 ปีที่แล้ว +109

    "I didn't invent the fried chicken, I perfected it!" that is exactly the mindset you need in a restaurant business and I see why he's been so successful

  • @jackdimond7810
    @jackdimond7810 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    You can taste when someone is cooking for the passion of it and not just for the money.
    Chicken looks so good!

  • @Ms.MD7
    @Ms.MD7 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Love to see a dad looking so proud of his son. I hope I can try this restaurant one day.

  • @rjptrucking4598
    @rjptrucking4598 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Now this is the type of videos under should be produced. This guy is amazing and I've never wanted fried chicken so bad in my life

  • @jamesaroeuett1567
    @jamesaroeuett1567 2 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    The chicken and biscuits look incredible. You can really see the passion they have to produce high quality food. I hope someday to try this chicken.

    • @MarkSherry1
      @MarkSherry1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What you mean the place if very dirty.

  • @jaschajade
    @jaschajade 2 ปีที่แล้ว +417

    I've tried almost all the "Best Fried Chicken in LA" spots and Honey's Kettle's my favourite, at least as good as Jim Dandy's.
    Don't be fooled though, no such thing as healthy fried chicken XD

    • @peterbach1126
      @peterbach1126 2 ปีที่แล้ว +55

      Food is healthy, lifestyles aren't necessarily.

    • @xXYannuschXx
      @xXYannuschXx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Healthy for the soul.

    • @cactusbread2215
      @cactusbread2215 2 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      it's as healthy a fried chicken can get

    • @santeramo147
      @santeramo147 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@cactusbread2215 actually if you spin it in a salad spinner after frying, you spin off alot of oil

    • @RalphBarbagallo
      @RalphBarbagallo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Agreed. I had to chuckle at that part. :) But I absolutely love this place. Any time I have to meet someone in Culver City I try to make it a Honey's Kettle lunch meeting.

  • @monalisa6237
    @monalisa6237 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I am from Compton and I remember eating this chicken every weekend. WOW!!! The liquid batter instead of the dry flour amazed me and I dont know of anyone else who used this technique. Me and my friends also ate a Golden Bird Chicken in Compton and I must say...Compton had the best fried chicken ON EARTH!!!

  • @nkyryry
    @nkyryry 2 ปีที่แล้ว +120

    I can tell just by listening to him that he’s cranking out some of the best fried chicken in the world.

    • @benenivel1478
      @benenivel1478 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Careful here, the world is a big place. A lot bigger than the US... especially when it comes to cooking. He just sounds super American to me.

    • @benenivel1478
      @benenivel1478 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Nick I will try during my next US trip!

    • @-TheSweetScience
      @-TheSweetScience 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Fried chicken is about as American as it gets, so I would think that it’s probably some damn good fried chicken.

    • @heresjohnny602
      @heresjohnny602 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@-TheSweetScience Fried chicken is a slave food, as is BBQ which is Ironic because the one thing early American settlers thought of black slaves as is garbage.

    • @avalanche3084
      @avalanche3084 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@benenivel1478 you sound like super DA!

  • @BrickCitySleepy973
    @BrickCitySleepy973 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    The love and passion he has for cooking and his business just pours out of him. I need to visit his restaurant one day.

    • @LadyEliza7
      @LadyEliza7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me too☝🏽

  • @blacksheeq8667
    @blacksheeq8667 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    I first looked them up years ago like 2012 and it’s still the best chicken I’ve ever had. I’m from Houston and will literally fly back to LA next month again to get this chicken

  • @AlexanderTheGreat222
    @AlexanderTheGreat222 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You can tell he has the passion for his cooking. This looks amazing!

  • @Street.Hermit
    @Street.Hermit 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    man, when someone is that jazzed about cooking you know it’s going to be good. Passion like this is of short supply nowadays.

  • @gud_soup6991
    @gud_soup6991 2 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    A great father, businessman and passionate for his craft. Respect!

  • @JAZZLlFE
    @JAZZLlFE 2 ปีที่แล้ว +104

    I instantly liked this guy and his son and the love they have for what they do. 👍🏽

  • @MikeTheD
    @MikeTheD 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Kettle chicken, peanut oil, mamas biscuits, and then all their wisdom and love. You just know this food is a masterpiece.

  • @JohnHausser
    @JohnHausser 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    It’s always nice to see passionate people who are operating a family business !
    Their fried 🍗 🐓 looks 🔥
    Cheers from San Diego California

  • @joetant6260
    @joetant6260 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I love how much passion they put into a simple product to make it nothing but perfect! So much love for that!

  • @kenfree216
    @kenfree216 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    My favorite spot in LA. Happy they are getting the coverage they deserve.

  • @mayonnaiseeee
    @mayonnaiseeee ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This family is so passionate about their product, nothing but respect

  • @sola8649
    @sola8649 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    As a man who loves making fried chicken and is always making it for my friends, I salute this man.

  • @dr.100purrscent5
    @dr.100purrscent5 2 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    You gotta respect his process! He's got it down to a science. Passion, Quality, Technique, it's purely Fantastic 😅😍✊🏾💗🍗

  • @karendorsey4780
    @karendorsey4780 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    When I get to LA , I am going to this restaurant! There’s nothing like good fried chicken! His parents were a great influence. My Mom is from Shreveport, she makes the best fried chicken! I love his passion and perfection of his recipes!

  • @trapizonn3603
    @trapizonn3603 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’ve had so much fried chicken in my life and i always think about honey kettles fried chicken. The hot sauce and the honey with the biscuits are amazing

  • @NemeanLion-
    @NemeanLion- ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I like the family dynamic. The dad is very complementary to his son’s abilities and they seem to be nice people.

  • @nord4338
    @nord4338 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Vince, you have me drooling as I watch you and your son's preparation of my favorite fried food, fried chicken.
    Thanks very much.

  • @TacoStacks
    @TacoStacks 2 ปีที่แล้ว +108

    I am about to go to LA just for some Fried Chicken.

  • @Smiley_101
    @Smiley_101 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m a supporter of restaurants who worked directly with the farmers ! It a win win on both sides .. this is awesome of what honey kettle are doing

  • @sithrage
    @sithrage 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Easily one of my Top 10 spots in Los Angeles from the decade I spent living there. Can’t wait to go back someday!

  • @mango8918
    @mango8918 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    This is so unfair...I'm sitting here in Chicago and my mouth is watering like a dog looking at a bone. I can't tell you how great this looks. PLEASE find a way to either open a restaurant in Chicago or ship these chicken and biscuits to my door!

  • @dylanmuncy4885
    @dylanmuncy4885 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This guy is the best. I'm equally excited to eat there at least two times in my life, and that will be soon while this man is running it and the day when he hands it off to his son who's there with him every day.