After four years on Blake Street in Denver’s LoDo district, Mono Mono Korean Fried Chicken has closed its doors for good. The restaurant cited mounting challenges as the reason behind the shutdown.
Highlights
- Mono Mono Korean Fried Chicken in Lower Downtown has closed all its operations.
- The closure was announced on the restaurant’s website.
- The establishment cited ‘trying times’ as the reason for the closure.
Mono Mono Ends Service on Blake Street
Mono Mono Korean Fried Chicken shared news of its permanent closure through an official statement on its website, informing customers and fans of the decision. “We are writing to inform you with a heavy heart that Mono Mono KFC on Blake Street will be permanently closing its doors,” the announcement read.
“These have been trying times for many, and unfortunately we have made the difficult decision to cease operations at this location,” the notice said. The team thanked its Blake Street regulars for their support over the years.
“We deeply apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding and support throughout our time here,” the note concluded.
Closure Amid Mounting Challenges
Mono Mono Korean Fried Chicken opened during the pandemic, serving Korean-style fried chicken with the flair of street-food flavor. The concept was introduced by restaurateur JW Lee along with New York-based MJ Chung.
The establishment was known for its unique frying method that created a thin, crispy crust, the restaurant quickly became popular for its flavor. The menu featured a variety of small plates, sliders, wings/tenders, and fries with different toppings like kimchi, dumplings and bao buns.
Rising costs and industry headwinds have created challenges for many Denver restaurants, including Mono Mono. The announcement said that the restaurant had to make the tough decision amid trying times.
Mono Mono’s departure closes a chapter for Blake Street, where it introduced Denver diners to Korean street food flavors.
