Best Chicken Rice in Melaka

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A local favourite, our rendition of the classic Hainanese chicken rice usually comes with either roasted or steamed chicken. Malacca specifically is a hotspot for anyone who would want to try Malaysia's take on this Hainanese dish. In this UNESCO Heritage site, the distinctive element of Malacca's chicken rice is in its rice or perhaps, in this case, rice balls. So look out for these restaurants with the best chicken rice!

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    Huang Chang Chicken RiceNon halal 01f78899591256b47a2708a65f6538333b86089a30fbd22545a41deece4ea490

    Away from Jonker Street, Huang Chang Chicken Rice Restaurant is extremely famous amongst locals. Since it's not located at tourist areas, prices are still affordable. Although the crowds are continuously pouring in, service is known to be quick and dishes are known to never disappoint. At Huang Chang, you will get a taste of the real Malacca with its authentic chicken rice balls.
    Tips

    Best time for less crowd is during mid-mornings.

    Things to expect

    Licking your fingers.

    Best with

    Chicken rice balls!

    Price

    RM8.00 to RM16.00

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    Huang Chang Chicken Rice Restaurant View restaurant

    BB-376, Taman Melaka Baru, Batu Berendam , 75350 , Melaka
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    063170299

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    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
    07:15AM—03:00PM
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    Wilson Chicken RiceNon halal 01f78899591256b47a2708a65f6538333b86089a30fbd22545a41deece4ea490

    Wilson Chicken Rice is another local favourite and is usually crowded especially during peak hours. Aside from the signature chicken rice, the deep fried pork intestines is available here and many love it! It is an essential must-try side dish if you ever come here. You can drop by here at the business district Melaka Raya or visit a newer branch at Melaka Baru.
    Tips

    Take-home chili available for purchase!

    Things to expect

    Affordable and delicious.

    Best with

    Deep fried pork intestines.

    Price

    RM4.00

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    Restoran Wilson Chicken Rice View restaurant

    305-A Jalan Gajah Berang, Melaka Tengah, 75200, Melaka
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    062830618

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    Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
    09:00AM—09:00PM
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    Hainan Kitchen

    Located at the same building with McDonald Carter Accounting Firm is a well reviewed chicken rice shop by many visitors there. Hainan Kitchen have varieties of dishes but they are mainly famous for their Chicken Rice Ball with Poached Chicken, Mei Cai Pork Bun and Signature Fried Pork with Red Bean Curd.

    Tips

    Ample parking spaces available

    Things to expect

    Air-conditioned and clean environment

    Best with

    Hainanese Coffee

    Price

    RM6.00 to RM15.00

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    Hainan Kitchen 海南小厨 View restaurant

    203-D, Jalan Kenanga 3/29A, Jalan Gajah Berang, 75200, Melaka
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    0163299763

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    Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
    07:30AM—04:30PM
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    Famosa Chicken Rice BallPork free d90bfb235d64e73ff14d8ad65b89aaab71a3af43962907cb9cd494af0a63fa21Alco free 9fb1f2c65edc2c1eaf4e8b24402d108dd33cc2bc71f0fb0022a54c3c390a66c8


    Standing tall and bright red in colour - Famosa Chicken Rice Ball was once known as the place to enjoy chicken rice balls along Jonker Street. Over the years, they had made a name for themselves but slowly lost its traction due to rising competition. Aside from all that, they have managed to stay in business all these years with their slightly oily, but still amazing steamed chicken and beautifully carved rice balls. As a whole, it is a lot oiler than most chicken rice balls in Melaka, which also gives it more flavour. Those that do not enjoy fat as much might not like what they have to offer. 

    Tips

    Cash only.

    Things to expect

    A rather long queue during lunch and a fairly run-down place.

    Best with

    Tea.

    Price

    RM10.00 to RM40.00

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    Famosa Chicken Rice Ball View restaurant

    21, Jalan Hang Tuah 2, Taman Bukit Terendak, 76300 Sungai Udang, Melaka, Malaysia, 75200, Alor Gajah, Melaka
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    062860120

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    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
    09:00AM—09:00PM
    Friday, Saturday, Sunday
    09:00AM—10:00PM
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    Ku Loong Kee Chicken RicePork free d90bfb235d64e73ff14d8ad65b89aaab71a3af43962907cb9cd494af0a63fa21Alco free 9fb1f2c65edc2c1eaf4e8b24402d108dd33cc2bc71f0fb0022a54c3c390a66c8

    For those who are not a fan of Malaccan chicken rice balls, you can always opt for something more common - like Ku Loong Kee's signature chicken rice. Just beautifully cooked chicken, a handful of beansprouts and a plate of fragrant steamed, oiled rice. The restaurant is fairly small and bare with nothing much to offer aside from their services and food. Tables are rather limited as well. All and all, this restaurant is great for a small family meal, or even for tourists coming with friends.

    Tips

    Cash only.

    Things to expect

    A simple and bare looking place.

    Best with

    Tea.

    Price

    RM8.00 to RM20.00

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    Ku Loong Kee Chicken Rice View restaurant

    Jalan Datuk Md Zin, 78000 Alor Gajah, Melaka, Malaysia, 75250, Alor Gajah, Melaka
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    0166742632

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    Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
    10:30AM—04:30PM
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    Old Town Chicken Rice BallNon halal 01f78899591256b47a2708a65f6538333b86089a30fbd22545a41deece4ea490

    It is true that Melaka is filled with chicken rice balls. There's just so many that one might be confused at which is the best. Old Town Chicken Rice Balls on one hand, is probably one of the top few places to indulge yourself in some balls while on the other, still below the rank of other elites in Melaka. As expected, the chicken here is steamed quite beautifully - not too over nor under with just the right amount of chewiness. It is also really fresh, so tasting the essence of chicken will be lovely. On top of that, the rice balls are made quite smooth but powdery.

    Tips

    Cash only.

    Things to expect

    A casual dining place.

    Best with

    Tea.

    Price

    RM10.00 to RM30.00

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    Old Town Chicken Rice Ball View restaurant

    3, Jalan Berkat 14, Taman Malim Jaya, 75250 Melaka, Malaysia, 75250, Melaka, Melaka
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    0162628648

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    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
    08:00AM—05:00PM
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    Hainamko Chicken RiceHalal a81b201f94b2180a29928950eefa06850871fc85c2ba8fcb39753bdbcdfb49cfCertified
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    Hainamko at Jalan Bendahara offers authentic Hainanese cuisine, including Malacca's famous chicken rice ball. If you're not a fan of these rice balls, you can also opt for regular rice. Many think that Hainamko's version of Malacca's signature dish is way better than those in Jonker Street. You can accompany your meal with authentic Hainanese coffee and end it with a bowl of refreshing cendol. Also, Hainamko also sells some housemade products to take home such as kaya, chili sauce and Hainanese coffee powder!
    Tips

    Phone chargers available for use!

    Things to expect

    Possible bad service, which have been criticized by some.

    Best with

    Roasted Chicken.

    Price

    RM10.00

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    Hainamko Chicken Rice View restaurant

    90, Jalan Bendahara, 75100, Melaka, Melaka
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    062860111

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    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    10:00AM—10:00PM
    Saturday, Sunday
    10:00AM—11:00PM
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    Heng Hainanese Chicken Rice BallNon halal 01f78899591256b47a2708a65f6538333b86089a30fbd22545a41deece4ea490

    Another option away from Jonker Street, Heng is another restaurant in loved by locals. Good reviews reckon that the chicken is tender, juicy and succulent with classic fragrant soy sauce. However, bad reviews reckon that the chicken is tasteless... These mixed reviews are jumbled in time and thus, we believe that inconsistency may be involved. The rice balls have been claimed to be absolutely delicious and less oily. Nonetheless, many locals mark this restaurant as their favourite to-go place for the dish, so you should give it a chance!
    Tips

    One of the two lots are air-conditioned.

    Things to expect

    Side dishes like assam fish, vegetables and black bean soup.

    Best with

    Chicken rice balls and black bean soup.

    Price

    RM10.00

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    Restoran Nasi Ayam Heng Chicken Rice Balls View restaurant

    536 Jalan Melaka Raya , 75000, Melaka, Melaka
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    062836607

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    Every day
    09:00AM—08:00PM
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    My Chicken Rice

    If you're looking for a quick chicken rice meal in the middle of Jalan Hang Jebat, My Chicken Rice could be your choice. They serve chicken rice ball here, which is pretty nice although the portion could be improved. Their dishes are quite decently-priced, given that it's in a touristy area.

    Tips

    Go early in the morning to beat the long queue.

    Things to expect

    2 types of seats available: chairs and elevated floor

    Best with

    Tau Fu

    Price

    RM8.00 to RM20.00

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    My Chicken Rice View restaurant

    47A Jalan Hang Jebat , 75200, Melaka, Melaka
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    019-3118277

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    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
    08:00AM—05:00PM
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    08:00AM—08:00PM
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    Jonker Street Chicken Rice Ball

    If you're playing tourist in Melaka, chances are you'll find yourself in Jonker Street. While there, grab your lunch at Jonker Street Chicken Rice Ball! One of the earliest chicken rice ball stalls here, they've been offering tasty and fragrant rice balls paired with tender chicken, either roasted or steamed. They are always packed, however, so be sure to come early.

    Tips

    Can try their nyonya cuisines on your next outing

    Things to expect

    Seats are limited.

    Best with

    Definitely get the chicken rice balls.

    Price

    RM5.00 to RM25.00

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    Jonker Chicken Rice Ball View restaurant

    15 & 17, Lorong Hang Jebat, 75200 , Melaka, Melaka
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    012-6333449

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    Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
    10:00AM—09:00PM
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    Lou Fo Kee Chicken Rice

    Lou Fo Kee is a bit of a hidden gem. They have been serving the locals of Malim for a few years and been a staple lunch for some too. Their chicken and rice may be a bit overcooked sometimes but with the portion and price, it's definitely a bang for your bucks.

    Tips

    Their chili sauce got some kick to it!

    Things to expect

    Cheap and tasty chicken rice.

    Best with

    Taugeh taugeh-der with rice

    Price

    RM5.00 to RM20.00

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    Lou Fo Kee Chicken Rice View restaurant

    53, Jalan Ppm 8, Plaza Pandan Malim, 75250 , Melaka, Melaka
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    010-2601225

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    Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
    09:30AM—03:00PM
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    Old Hainam Chicken Rice BallPork free d90bfb235d64e73ff14d8ad65b89aaab71a3af43962907cb9cd494af0a63fa21

    If you're wondering where to get good chicken rice for you and your Muslim friends, head to Old Hainam. Insisting on no pork or lard in their dishes, they substitute it with chicken oil instead and has been pulling in customers without fail. Their meat is tender and the rice fluffy. The chilli sauce isn't that spicy, but its flavourful nonetheless.

    Tips

    They use chicken oil in everything.

    Things to expect

    Lovely ambiance for group lunch.

    Best with

    A side of crusty chicken skins.

    Price

    RM6.00 to RM12.00

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    Old Hainam Chicken Rice Ball View restaurant

    160, Jalan Bunga Raya, Pengkalan Rama, 75100 , Melaka, Melaka
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    016-6780499

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    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
    08:00AM—05:00PM
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