#8 Chicken Rice

Boon Tong Kee

399 Balestier Road (flagship)

Hainanese Steamed Michelin Bib Gourmand Est. 1983
83
Google 4.1★

About

Singapore's most recognisable chicken rice chain. Signature pyramid-shaped rice. Late supper hours.

ShiokScore Breakdown

Scored across 5 dimensions specific to chicken rice. Learn what each means →

Rice Fragrance 84

Aroma and flavour of the rice — pandan leaf, chicken fat, garlic oil. Should smell before you taste.

Chicken Texture 86

Between silky and dry. The collagen 'jelly' layer under the skin is a sign of quality, not a defect.

Chilli Quality 80

Every stall's secret weapon. Ginger-forward vs lime-forward vs garlic-heavy. Balance of heat, acid, and flavour.

Sauce Balance 83

Dark soy sauce sweetness, ginger paste sharpness, and how they complement the chicken and rice together.

Portion Value 79

Amount of chicken relative to price, rice quantity, and overall value compared to hawker norms.

Style: Hainanese Steamed

The original. Chicken poached in aromatic stock then ice-bathed for silky texture. Subtle, clean flavour. The jelly layer under the skin is the hallmark.