Juicy Hainanese chicken & amazing rice. Steamed, roasted, or fried options; great broth. Affordable, casual Thai eats.
This Thai eatery, situated in Manhattan's West Village, specializes in Hainanese chicken rice. While the steamed version has garnered mixed reviews, with some finding it unappetizing in appearance yet delicious in taste, others suggest opting for the roasted or fried chicken. The accompanying broth is frequently praised, and the restaurant is noted as a good spot for affordable, casual lunches.
The restaurant is primarily known for its Hainanese chicken rice. While the steamed chicken rice has received criticism for its appearance, many patrons find it delicious and highlight the flavorful rice and excellent accompanying broth. Others suggest that the roasted or fried chicken options are preferable. It's also noted as an affordable Thai option for lunch.
"While the steamed chicken rice has mixed reviews regarding its appearance, it is frequently recommended. The accompanying broth is also highly praised. Some users suggest trying the roasted or fried chicken options as potentially better alternatives."
Customer feedback is divided on the appearance of the steamed chicken rice, though many find the taste excellent and praise the broth. Some recommend roasted or fried chicken as superior alternatives.
Important Note
The steamed chicken rice has been described as unappetizing in appearance by some, and not filling enough by others. It is also noted as not being suitable for a special occasion dinner.
"Mr. Hainan Chicken, located on West 3rd, was recommended as a fast lunch spot."
Positive"This commenter stated they visited Me Chicken Rice near NYU for lunch and found it to be delicious."
Positive"In response to a request for Manhattan chicken rice recommendations, this user listed Me Chicken as an option."
Neutral"Me Chicken is listed as a recommendation for Hainanese chicken."
Neutral"This restaurant was recommended as a casual dining option, implicitly for its chicken, in response to the original poster's request for casual eats."
Positive"The commenter had a strong negative reaction to the photo of the steamed chicken over rice, audibly gasping."
Negative"The commenter found the picture of the steamed chicken over rice unappetizing but was glad the dish tasted better than it looked. They suggested Gai Kitchen as an alternative."
Neutral"The commenter negatively described the steamed chicken dish as a "white chicken nightmare.""
Negative"The commenter described the picture of Me Chicken Rice as revolting and questioned who sold it."
Negative"The commenter reiterated that Hainanese chicken rice looks unappetizing but tastes amazing when prepared correctly."
Positive"The commenter explained that Hainanese chicken rice is a fantastic traditional Singaporean dish that, while appearing unappetizing, tastes amazing, especially with flavorful sauces."
Positive"The commenter stated that the dish looked unappetizing."
Negative"The commenter questioned why anyone would recommend the dish, describing it as "sad" and "unappetizing.""
Negative"The original poster noted that information about better roasted or fried chicken options was good to know, implying a potential willingness to revisit the restaurant for different dishes."
Neutral"The commenter agreed that the steamed chicken option at Me Chicken Rice is not the best, suggesting the roasted or fried chicken options are much better."
Negative"The user found the No.1 steamed chicken rice good, with solid chicken and excellent rice. However, they wouldn't make an effort to return due to it not being filling enough and the flavor not strong enough, though the accompanying broth was fantastic."
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