[Korean Food] Puradak Chicken Mayo-Pino

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Today’s new Puradak Chicken menu is Mayopino, released in February 2026. This is the first chef-created menu item since Chef Ahn Seong-jae was appointed as the brand’s “Master.” It really plays up the message of “chicken perfected by Ahn Seong-jae,” building anticipation, and the ad even leaves a punchy judging comment: “That’s a decadent flavor.” I’m quietly excited. They say it’s a mayo-based chicken with a different charm from Puradak’s signature Gochu Mayo Chicken. So, let’s take a look at what it’s like.

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Mayopino Price & Features

This new Puradak menu is part of their signature chef-menu lineup, but starting in 2026 they’ve gone beyond using a chef as a simple model and even added the title “Master.” Rather than just contributing ideas or a concept for development, the role is said to be “mastering” the new menu (sensory fine-tuning and completion). With “Culinary Class Wars” trending again lately, it feels like they’re trying to ride the wave while the timing is good.

But the biggest issue is probably the price. This is also a chronic problem with Puradak’s chef menus. The regular menu is 22,900 won, and the boneless/wing combo menu is 26,900 won. It is a bit cheaper than some of the previous chef menus, though that could be temporary. Since even the description is clearly positioned as a fine-dining-inspired menu built around Chef Ahn Seong-jae’s concept, I’m not sure whether the price might change later. The sauce I got was Gochu Mayo sauce.

Mayopino Components

I ordered the boneless version. Puradak’s signature cooking style pairs really well with boneless chicken, so even if it feels a bit pricey, I usually go with boneless. The moment you open it, the jalapeño visuals are pretty intense.

The overall setup is Puradak’s basic fried chicken topped with a special basil mayo sauce, sour cream, jalapeños, and croutons. According to the press release, the Devil Sauce is supposed to be included by default, so I’m not sure why I’m the only one who got Gochu Mayo sauce. That said, between the jalapeños and the overall look, it feels a bit closer to Gochu Mayo Chicken visually.

Looking more closely, it’s a basil pesto–based mayo sauce like the one we saw in Basil Festa, and instead of pairing with Gochu Mayo sauce, it’s combined with sour cream—so the overall direction is quite different. You can definitely tell this menu is very serious about jalapeños.

Gochu Mayo Appeal Differentiation Strategy

Gochu Mayo Chicken Comparison Differences

True to Puradak’s style of being generous with toppings, there are a lot of croutons and jalapeños, but I’m not entirely sure how you’re supposed to eat them together. Anyway, it seems like a menu that combines Puradak’s popular elements while adding a fine-dining vibe. Let’s taste it and see what it’s like.

Chicken Review from a Michelin Chef Perspective

Mayopino Taste

Chicken mastered by a Michelin 3-star chef from Mosu—how could you not be excited. When you take the first bite, the special mayo sauce hits first with a smooth, nutty richness. They described the concept as “richness without heaviness,” and while it feels unfamiliar with chicken at first, it actually works surprisingly well.

Sour cream, jalapeño aroma, and basil pesto mayo sauce—once those three mix, the flavor gets a bit unusual. It’s not bad, but rather than tasting like a cohesive blend, it feels like the elements are slightly separate. The jalapeños cut the richness, the basil pesto adds depth, and the sour cream also helps reduce the heaviness. Each seems to have a role, but the sauces themselves don’t feel like they fully harmonize.

Takeout Discount Experience Recommendation

The official materials say they give you Devil Sauce, but I received the mayo sauce, so I just ate it as-is. Still, it wasn’t flavorless, so I kept reaching for it. If you want to really bring the flavor to life, you’ll probably find yourself looking for something more punchy and spicy.

There are plenty of croutons and jalapeños, but it’s actually more than you’d expect. The jalapeños feel like they’ve done their job after a bite or two. The croutons seem intended to be eaten with the sauce, but they didn’t add anything especially compelling. You can just eat them however you prefer.

I’ve always liked Puradak’s Gochu Mayo, and Mayopino has a different kind of appeal. The overall execution is quite solid, and while value for money is always a sticking point with Puradak, I thought it was still a reasonable price compared to their other chef menus. Especially if you miss the discontinued Basil Festa, this is worth ordering for a different take.

Just looking at it, you might think, “Isn’t this basically Gochu Mayo?” and because of the sauce you might wonder if it’s really different from Basil Festa. But the taste is more similar than you’d expect, while still feeling different in the bigger picture. If you’re curious about the concept of “richness without heaviness,” I think it’s worth trying. What do you think? If you’re curious about a unique chicken flavor, this is a menu worth trying.

New Menu Components Detailed Information

Official Explanation of the Mastering Process

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Mayopino Price & Features

Mayopino Components

Mayopino Taste

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