About
Run by Wong Liang Tai, former head cook at Tian Tian for 20+ years. Insider's Tian Tian with shorter queues. Spicier chilli.
ShiokScore Breakdown
Scored across 5 dimensions specific to chicken rice. Learn what each means →
Aroma and flavour of the rice — pandan leaf, chicken fat, garlic oil. Should smell before you taste.
Between silky and dry. The collagen 'jelly' layer under the skin is a sign of quality, not a defect.
Every stall's secret weapon. Ginger-forward vs lime-forward vs garlic-heavy. Balance of heat, acid, and flavour.
Dark soy sauce sweetness, ginger paste sharpness, and how they complement the chicken and rice together.
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.
Learn about all 4 chicken rice styles →