Explore Singapore's Hainanese Chicken Rice!

By Natalie Yong on 12 Jul 2024

Craving Singapore's iconic Hainanese chicken rice? Explore our guide to four unique takes on this national dish, from Michelin-approved classics to luxurious experiences. Find your perfect bite below!

1. Tian Tian Chicken Rice

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The real star of the show is Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice! This celebrated hawker stall, recognized by the 2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand, serves up a classic dish done to perfection. Imagine glistening slices of tender chicken nestled on a bed of fragrant rice, each bite bursting with flavour. Refreshing cucumber and a tangy chilli sauce add the perfect finishing touches for an unforgettable Hainanese chicken rice!

Opening Hours: 10am-7.30pm（Closed on Mon）

Address: 1 Kadayanallur St, #01-10/11 Maxwell Food Centre, Singapore 069184

2. Five Star Chicken Rice

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Craving a luxurious take on Hainanese chicken rice? Five Star Chicken Rice boasts a unique approach, emphasising vibrant flavours and premium ingredients. Their kampung chicken, meticulously prepared using traditional methods, delivers a deeper, richer taste. The rice, cooked in a rich chicken broth, perfectly complements the tender chicken, offering a lighter yet flavorful experience!

Opening Hours: 10am-11pm

Address: 419 River Valley Rd, Singapore 248318

3. Rong Ji Chicken Rice & Porridge

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Singapore's Hainanese chicken rice takes your taste buds on a journey! Fragrant rice, infused with a rich chicken bone stock base, steals the show. Then comes the delightful surprise – a garlicky chilli sauce with a touch of sweetness that perfectly complements the tender chicken with sesame oil-drizzled on top. Each bite of the uniquely textured rice bursts with flavour, and a hint of oiliness adds to the delightful experience.

Opening Hours: 10am-8pm（Closed on Mon）

Address: 85 Redhill Ln, #01-42, Singapore 150085

4. Wu Ming Hainanese Chicken Rice

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Embark on a flavour journey through tradition with their Hainanese Chicken Rice. Each bite reveals expertly prepared, tender, and juicy chicken – a testament to generations of culinary refinement. Fragrant rice and a touch of sweet soy sauce complement the dish, while their house-special chilli sauce adds a delightful balance, completing this classic experience.

Opening Hours: 10am-9.30pm

Address: Redhill Rd, #01-110 Blk 75D, Singapore 154075