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One of the most popular dishes across Southeast Asia is also one of the simplest, Hainanese Chicken Rice. Having originated in Hainan, China, this classic dish consists of chicken atop a bed of rice that has been cooked with fat and stock. Its popularity has grown across Southeast Asia in countries like Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and more. Restaurants will offer spices and sauces to accompany it and they all vary by region. There are lots of places to grab the dish here in the city.
Here are some of the best Hainanese Chicken Rice in Toronto.
Phoenix
This local Hong Kong cafe chain has locations across the city. Though the menu is massive, their most popular dish is their Hainanese chicken, which is as delicious as it is simple.
Phoenix
This local Hong Kong cafe chain has locations across the city. Though the menu is massive, their most popular dish is their Hainanese chicken, which is as delicious as it is simple.
Restoran Malaysia
This restaurant in Richmond Hill does classic Southeast Asian cuisine in a modern contemporary setting. The Hainanese chicken is absolutely delicious and a must-try if you're ever in the area.
Restoran Malaysia
This restaurant in Richmond Hill does classic Southeast Asian cuisine in a modern contemporary setting. The Hainanese chicken is absolutely delicious and a must-try if you're ever in the area.
Lion City
This Mississauga restaurant might be one of the best in the city for Singaporean cuisine. Their Hainanese chicken is an instant classic and is a must-try for any chicken rice fan in town.
Lion City
This Mississauga restaurant might be one of the best in the city for Singaporean cuisine. Their Hainanese chicken is an instant classic and is a must-try for any chicken rice fan in town.
Canteen Asian Fusion
This hole in the wall in Chinatown does HK-style food with some classic Malaysian dishes like the Hainanese chicken rice.
Canteen Asian Fusion
This hole in the wall in Chinatown does HK-style food with some classic Malaysian dishes like the Hainanese chicken rice.
Mom's Recipe Chicken
This small mom-and-pop in Mississauga's Chinese Centre Plaza does all things chicken, including their incredibly tasty chicken rice.
Mom's Recipe Chicken
This small mom-and-pop in Mississauga's Chinese Centre Plaza does all things chicken, including their incredibly tasty chicken rice.
Thai Nyyom
Though not technically Hainan chicken, this tiny spot in the Junction puts their own Thai twist on chicken rice, which is poached and accompanied by a thick sauce of chilis and ginger.
Thai Nyyom
Though not technically Hainan chicken, this tiny spot in the Junction puts their own Thai twist on chicken rice, which is poached and accompanied by a thick sauce of chilis and ginger.
Fav Cafe
This hidden gem is tucked away in the corner of a shopping plaza in Markham. Word on the street is that they may have the best chicken rice in the entire city.
Fav Cafe
This hidden gem is tucked away in the corner of a shopping plaza in Markham. Word on the street is that they may have the best chicken rice in the entire city.
Hong Kong Bistro Cafe
This Hong Kong cafe in Chinatown serves up classic HK-style food. The Hainanese chicken rice is easily one of their most popular dishes, though.
Hong Kong Bistro Cafe
This Hong Kong cafe in Chinatown serves up classic HK-style food. The Hainanese chicken rice is easily one of their most popular dishes, though.
Gourmet Malaysia
This massive restaurant in Scarborough does a wide array of classic Malaysian and Singaporean dishes. Their chicken rice comes with hefty portions, so be sure to bring some friends.
Gourmet Malaysia
This massive restaurant in Scarborough does a wide array of classic Malaysian and Singaporean dishes. Their chicken rice comes with hefty portions, so be sure to bring some friends.
Chinatown
266 Spadina Ave
Goldstone Noodle Restaurant
Chinese
This no-frills spot in Chinatown is popular for its laidback atmosphere and good food. The Hainanese chicken rice is popular with the locals in the area.
Goldstone Noodle Restaurant
Chinatown
266 Spadina Ave
This no-frills spot in Chinatown is popular for its laidback atmosphere and good food. The Hainanese chicken rice is popular with the locals in the area.
Chinese
White Orchid
This cozy little spot in Richmond Hill does many popular Southeast Asian dishes. Their Hainan chicken is considered some of the best uptown.
White Orchid
This cozy little spot in Richmond Hill does many popular Southeast Asian dishes. Their Hainan chicken is considered some of the best uptown.
West Queen West
811 Queen St W
Three Monks and a Duck
Asian
This Asian-inspired snack bar is located right by Trinity Bellwoods Park. Though they're popular for their cocktails, don't sleep on their Mama's Roasted Chicken Rice which many in the city swear by.
Three Monks and a Duck
West Queen West
811 Queen St W
This Asian-inspired snack bar is located right by Trinity Bellwoods Park. Though they're popular for their cocktails, don't sleep on their Mama's Roasted Chicken Rice which many in the city swear by.
Asian
