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.
10A Edward St
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.
815 Major Mackenzie Dr E
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.
1177 Central Pkwy W Unit 70
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.
280 Spadina Ave.
Canteen Asian Fusion
This hole in the wall in Chinatown does HK-style food with some classic Malaysian dishes like the Hainanese chicken rice.
888 Dundas St E Unit D2-B
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.
1419 Bloor St W
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.
3000 Hwy 7
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.
472 Dundas St W
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.
4466 Sheppard Ave E #101
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.
266 Spadina Ave
Goldstone Noodle Restaurant
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.
360 Hwy 7
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.
811 Queen St W
Three Monks and a Duck
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.
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.
10A Edward St
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.
815 Major Mackenzie Dr E
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.
1177 Central Pkwy W Unit 70
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.
280 Spadina Ave.
Canteen Asian Fusion
This hole in the wall in Chinatown does HK-style food with some classic Malaysian dishes like the Hainanese chicken rice.
888 Dundas St E Unit D2-B
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.
1419 Bloor St W
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.
3000 Hwy 7
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.
472 Dundas St W
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.
4466 Sheppard Ave E #101
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.
266 Spadina Ave
Goldstone Noodle Restaurant
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.
360 Hwy 7
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.
811 Queen St W
Three Monks and a Duck
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.
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