Chinatown's go-to for amazing Hainanese chicken & rice. Affordable, generous portions, no-frills vibe.
This Thai and Hainanese spot in Chinatown is a go-to for many, lauded for its generous portions, quality chicken, and affordable prices. Whether you opt for the classic Hainanese chicken or the flavorful Thai-style options, the ginger rice is a must-have accompaniment. It's a no-frills establishment perfect for a satisfying and budget-friendly meal.
The restaurant excels in both Thai and Hainanese chicken dishes, with the Hainanese chicken over ginger rice being a standout and frequently recommended item. Customers praise the quality of the chicken, the flavorful ginger rice, and the overall affordability. Some suggest while it's good, there might be other superior Hainanese chicken spots in the city, but it remains a solid, budget-friendly choice.
"The Hainanese chicken and rice, particularly the ginger rice, are highly recommended. Both Thai-style roasted and fried chicken options are also praised."
Customers rave about the excellent value, generous portions, and the high quality of the chicken dishes, making it a frequent repeat visit for many.
Important Note
One user suggests that while it's the cheapest option for Hainanese chicken, there might be better spots in the city.
"Gai Kitchen is recommended for its Thai chicken dishes, particularly garlic chicken, and rice bowls."
Positive"Gai Kitchen in Chinatown is recommended for its really good Chicken and Rice, differentiating it from a similarly named but unrelated place in Fidi."
Positive"Gai Kitchen in Chinatown is recommended for its really good Chicken and Rice, differentiating it from a similarly named but unrelated place in Fidi."
Positive"This restaurant is listed as a place to repeat."
Positive"Gai Kitchen was provided as a recommendation for those seeking Hainanese chicken rice in Manhattan."
Neutral"Gai chicken is mentioned as a recommended spot."
Positive"Gai Kitchen is noted as the cheapest Hainanese chicken spot in the city."
Positive"This user notes that Gai Kitchen serves both Thai-style and Hainanese chicken with ginger rice, describing it as amazing, though it's a fairly no-frills place."
Positive"The commenter frequents Gai Kitchen at least every other week and considers it their go-to spot for years, having visited both its old and new locations."
Positive"Gai Kitchen is listed as a recommendation for Hainanese chicken."
Neutral"Gai Kitchen is recommended for Thai chicken."
Neutral"Advises skipping Gai Kitchen, stating it's the cheapest Hainanese chicken but there are better spots in the city. The food is fine, and there are no long lines."
Neutral"Gai Kitchen is recommended as a fast-casual option for healthier and cheaper food in NYC."
Positive"Gai Kitchen is recommended as a cheap eat option."
Positive"Lists Gai Kitchen among many other chicken spots."
Neutral"Highly recommends Gai Kitchen in Chinatown as their go-to spot, praising the good portions, price, chicken quality, and ginger rice."
Positive"Lists Gai Kitchen as a place for Hainanese chicken."
Neutral"Notes that Gai Kitchen is located around the corner from West New Malaysia in Manhattan Chinatown."
Neutral"Recommended as an affordable Thai option for lunch."
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