About Todd ‘I Believe I Can Fry’

Located at 2159 S Kinnickinnic Ave A1, Milwaukee, WI 53207, United States, Todd ‘I Believe I Can Fry’ is a popular Asian restaurant that brings together the bold flavors of Japanese, Thai, Korean, Chinese, and Taiwanese street food in one convenient spot. Inspired by the Thai word "Todd," meaning "fry," the restaurant is built around the uplifting message of "I Believe I Can Fry," reflecting confidence, determination, and the joy of sharing freshly prepared food with every guest.

This cozy carry-out restaurant focuses on one simple promise: every order is cooked fresh, served hot, and packed with flavor. Rather than preparing food in advance, the kitchen fries each item to order, creating a crispy texture that keeps customers coming back. Whether you're stopping in for a quick lunch or picking up dinner, the fresh-to-order approach makes every bite satisfying.

One of the biggest highlights is the restaurant's famous fried chicken. Guests frequently recommend the crispy chicken wings and tenders, praising their crunchy coating and juicy interior. Even better, you can pair them with a variety of signature sauces, allowing you to customize every meal with flavors ranging from sweet and savory to spicy and bold. Each sauce adds its own unique twist, making it easy to discover a new favorite.

Beyond fried chicken, Todd ‘I Believe I Can Fry’ also serves flavorful Japanese curry dishes that have earned plenty of positive attention. Rich, comforting, and well-seasoned, these curry plates provide a delicious alternative for diners looking for something beyond classic fried favorites. The menu's mix of Asian-inspired street food creates an exciting selection without feeling overwhelming.

The restaurant also receives praise for its welcoming atmosphere. Despite being known as a carry-out destination, the dining area is clean, inviting, and comfortable. Outdoor seating offers extra space to enjoy your meal, while the heated patio makes dining outside a pleasant option even during cooler months. This thoughtful setup gives customers flexibility whether they're grabbing food on the go or taking their time to enjoy it.

Friendly service is another reason many visitors recommend Todd ‘I Believe I Can Fry’. Customers often mention that the staff are attentive, approachable, and efficient, helping orders move quickly without sacrificing quality. Fast service, generous portions, and consistently fresh food make it a reliable choice for busy weekdays as well as relaxed weekend meals.

For anyone craving crispy fried street food with authentic Asian influences, Todd ‘I Believe I Can Fry’ delivers an enjoyable experience. From perfectly fried wings and tenders to comforting Japanese curry and a wide selection of signature sauces, every visit offers fresh flavors, warm hospitality, and plenty of reasons to leave with a smile.

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Business Info

Service options

Service options

+ Outdoor seating

+ Delivery

+ Takeaway

+ Dine-in

Highlights

Highlights

+ Fast service

Popular for

Popular for

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Solo dining

Offerings

Offerings

+ Alcohol

+ Beer

+ Comfort food

+ Quick bite

+ Small plates

+ Wine

Dining options

Dining options

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Counter service

+ Seating

+ Table service

Amenities

Amenities

+ Toilet

Atmosphere

Atmosphere

+ Casual

+ Quiet

+ Trendy

Crowd

Crowd

+ Tourists

Payments

Payments

+ Credit cards

+ Debit cards

+ NFC mobile payments

Parking

Parking

+ Free of charge street parking

+ Free parking lot

Pets

Pets

+ Dogs allowed outside

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Hour time open

Right Now :

  • Monday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Thursday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Friday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Saturday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Sunday: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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+1 414-488-8565

2159 S Kinnickinnic Ave A1, Milwaukee, WI 53207, United States

Reviews

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Todd (a Thai word meaning "fry") is a tiny, tucked away spot off of the main drag of Bayview. There are four seats and enough room to order, but plenty of seating on the patio and picnic area in the back. We came in the fall and sat in a heated pergola. They also had a screen and projector playing sports and a fire pit to sit around, which felt pretty cozy... I cannot imagine sitting in this in the dead of a winter but it could be worth it for the food! You need to come and try this place if you have any appreciation of fried chicken in all its glorious forms! The fried wings are marvelous and come in various sizes with the larget being 21 wings with three choices of powders and sauces. We tried Tom Yum, which is powder and tastes of vinegar and pickles and warm spice! We also had Larb powder which was tingly, warm and left my mouth just salivating from the dry heat. The third one was a sauce called Thai sweet chili and was the perfect compliment to the dry powders. I would highly recommend the beef gyoza with katsu sauce. It was just fried to a nice thin crisp with some very tasty beef, dipped into the sweet and tangy fats made the perfect pairing. We dared to try the takoyaki, which I can only describe as lightly fried mashed potato and chopped octopus balls. Not our favorite, but we are not huge fans of octopus. The korokke was reminiscent of mashed potatoes lightly in oil fried with mayo and katsu drizzled on top. Very serviceable. The staff were very helpful and friendly and answered all of our questions. Overall, I would highly, highly recommend coming here for the Todd chicken!

- C. E. -

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I love me some fried chicken, and this one is delicious!! Even though I needed to order to go and travel 40 minutes before I could try, it was still delicious. So definately travels well. I’m sure that eating over there would be even better, the patio is very pleasant and the day today was gorgeous. The service was great and food came out fast. That’s a place I’ll stop by again. The whole menu seems very tasty, can’t wait to try some more items from their menu.

- Mariana Pawela -

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Great service, staff was super friendly and inviting. The food, was amazing! Great flavor, quality and quantity. Would Recommend to anyone. Be prepared they are limited with in door seating, they do have plenty of tables outside though.

- Maass Media -

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