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I visited Betong Hainan Chicken a few months back and given that it's been a few months since then, I was contemplating whether to even write this review, but the experience was so mediocre and frustrating that I now grimace every time I walk past this place. Hence, why not? Let's start with the menu itself. When my partner and I went, half of the menu was crossed out. No noodles (that means no pad thai, no pad see ew, no pad kee mao) and no vegetables besides steamed broccoli. Now, why would anyone go to a restaurant for steamed broccoli? The rest of the menu that was left uncrossed consisted of roti canai, hainan chicken, and curry chicken. So that was exactly what we got: roti canai with curry dipping sauce, hainan chicken rice, and curry chicken over rice. Wow, I sure never experienced having my food basically picked out for me. Anyhow, onto the food. The roti canai was perhaps the best dish. It was crispy, flaky, and paired nicely with the chicken curry that it was served with. The hainan chicken and the curry chicken, on the other hand, were just mid. While the hainan chicken was cooked well and had a tender texture, it lacked the flavors that I was expecting and the overall taste fell short. The accompanying chili sauce provided some much-needed flavor enhancement, but again fell short of my expectations, lacking that desired kick. The curry chicken was cooked well too, but the curry was watery and lacked the depth and aromatic profile that make this dish truly exceptional. And, did I mention the small portion sizes? My partner and I ordered what we would order at any other restaurant and walked out feeling almost just as hungry as we walked in. In terms of service, the service was just average, with staff members attending to our needs but lacking in warmth and attentiveness. And, in terms of ambiance, the restaurant was clean and simple, but it lacked the cozy and inviting atmosphere that I would have much preferred. The restaurant itself was also relatively small and I found myself whispering to my partner just because I could hear all the other conversations going on at nearby tables and felt uncomfortable by that. Ultimately, I wouldn't recommend Betong Hainan Chicken and definitely do not see myself coming back.
Wow! Great place if we weren't specifically looking for this place we would have missed it. Cash only place. We ordered the family combo for 2: - 2 house special soups - 2 chicken rice - 1 small steamed chicken - 1 small curry roti - 1 string beans Wow - it was a good amount of food for two people. We barely finished it! The soup was delicious, as was the rice. The roti was yummy! And the string beans were good as well but got a little salty. The chicken came with 2 different sauces - one spicy and one non-spicy. Great little place!
This place is a small hole in the wall restaurant and make sure to bring cash. They don't have Apple Pay but they do take venmo. I was looking for something healthy after a workout and this really hit the spot. My friend and I got the family order for two which comes with 2 chicken rice, hainan chicken, roti canai, and string beans. I loved all of it, the chicken looks bland but tasted good with the spicy sauce. Really, I don't even like string beans and I still ate a ton. They also give complimentary soup which was rlly good. It was a good amount for both of us and pretty filling. Our total only came out to a $21 and some change! I'd definitely come back.
I've been wanting to come here for awhile and my bf and I decided to get take out a few We shared it with my brother and it was a good amount for the three of us. It comes with roti canai, large Hainan chicken, string beans, curry chicken and 4 chicken rice. I really enjoyed the hainan chicken! It was SO tender and delicious. The roti canai was really small, I think they should give 2 pieces for this family set. We finished everything except the curry chicken and one of the chicken rice, which we had the next day for leftovers! I want to try the crispy chicken! Will try that next time I come here
I stopped by to pick up some take out since I wanted Hainan chicken and Betong was downstairs from my hotel. I walked in to place and order. They do not take card. Cash only. I had to wait until my parent came to bring me some cash as I only carry card. Haha. So I ordered hainan chicken rice. It's one of my favorite dishes and we don't have great options in Orlando. I also ordered roti which in NY usually comes with chicken in the curry sauce. My son ordered a curry chicken and rice. All the food was good.
Finally got to try this Hainan Chicken place in Flushing! We ordered the C1 combo for the three of us. It came with winter melon soup (made with chicken bones) that smelled like white pepper, the perfect soup for this chilly weather. The roti canai was flaky and soft on the inside, with that special buttery flavor that you are looking for. The light curry sauce pairs well and is not too spicy. The boneless chicken is tender and flavorful, and dipping it in the provided savory garlic soy sauce is tasty. It's got that essential "chicken" flavor. I chose to eat the chicken rice with the sweet soy sauce provided, which was just enough to add that extra dimension of flavor without being overpowering. It's a sticky soy sauce, not the runny kind. The string beans were cooked well with the preserved veggies, which added some saltiness. The dish was salty but in a good way, a necessary way. Overall, the food here is solid and not too oily, like many other restaurants of this cuisine can be. They offered free refills on the soup, which was a nice touch. The combo meal only cost $20 before tax and tip, which is super affordable, and was the perfect portion for three people to be full.
4 stars strictly because there is a deal that is an actual DEAL. 20 for a meal for 2: you get 2 bowls of rice, roti canai, sautéed (rather salty) green beans and some chicken. (It's labeled as Hainanese chicken, but it's not the same moist, oily chicken that Hainanese chicken usually is.) It's an inconspicuous location, tucked away as a narrow storefront. Would go if you want to pay $10 for a filling meal but do not go with the intention of finding the best Malaysian food.
This hole-in-the-wall located on 39th Ave was surprisingly larger than I thought inside. I stopped in mid-day to enjoy some Hainanese style chicken and this place was friendly, generous and delicious! We were seated immediately and enjoyed the jet engine of an AC that fills this place with cool air when it was so hot and humid out. The C1 Family Order for 2 people is a great entry point (and at currently $19.95 a great deal! I don't think will last because nothing gold can stay). It comes with Roti Canai, Hainan Chicken Small, Sautéed String Beans and 2 bowls of chicken rice...and SURPRISE two bowls of chicken broth (soup?) with melon. Everything was so tasty and good! The roti canai with silky smooth and fragrant curry over chunks of potato and chicken that went so well with the tender, flaky roti. The Hainan chicken was very tender and delicious - I enjoyed the spicy dipping sauce (sambal?) that actually had a hint of fruit to my tastebuds. Sautéed string beans tasted a bit over salted, but were fresh and had a nice snap and wok-hei. The star of the show was the delicious chicken rice - great flavor without feeling heavy or greasy. The surprise soup was pure chicken essence with a layer of chicken fat floating on top that coats your mouth and tongue with such magnificent flavor. The small carafe of Thai iced tea was not overly sweet went really well with all the food. I look forward to checking out their version of fried chicken or perhaps the bronzini if I come with a foursome. This place keeps it simple and the dishes tight, as in hitting the mark. I think they have something good here and look forward to seeing them thrive!
Only winners deserve this chicken for dinner! This place has love for their chicken, and I think the chicken should be proud of their taste. Where else can you get great food like this at this price tag? Both the fried hainan chicken and regular hainan chicken are tender and juicy. Thai ice tea was also good. Will come back to try other options.
We passed by Betong Hainan Chicken when we visited Apollo Bakery, which is located not far and we were attracted since it just newly opened. We were also craving for refreshing food, so Hainan Chicken should be a perfect choice. The options on the menu weren't various but it's decent and there were combo available for 2-4 people. We had their B4 Mixed Chicken Rice, Stir Water Spinach with Fish Sauce and a bowl of rice. The food was delicious, especially the chicken, which was super tender, juicy and great with their sauce. We thought the fried one was even better than Eim Khao, which is a popular & well-known place for Hainan Chicken in Elmhurst. However, there was some confusion for the order Mixed Chicken Rice we had, which included *Rice* in the name. However, it didn't come with rice so we made an extra order. Moreover, under the Hainan Chicken category, it is noted "Serve with House Specail Soup", but the staff told us our Mixed Chicken Rice didn't come with soup. We think they should've added an exclusive message on the menu or re-design their menu at all.
TLDR: No frills, solid Hainanese chicken. Affordable, hearty and satisfying. Betong should be on your rotation of "go to" Flushing good eats. Get the C1 meal for two and if you have the space, absolutely try the Special Mala Chicken Rice. I was wondering what this more well-lit restaurant that occupies the previous Ku Shain space. Some research noted that Betong is a place that specializes in Hainanese chicken. I was curious. We tried this spot not knowing what to expect. If you're going with more than yourself, absolutely get the C1. For $19.99 you're getting two bowls of the house soup, a chicken curry roti canai, a small Hainanese chicken (boneless, might I add), two chicken rice bowls and an order of stir-fried string beans. Ordering these a la carte would be $30+. This is more than enough food for two. If you want some variety, add on another chicken over rice for $9.99. The first time we got the Fried Hainan Chicken for our extra dish, the second time we got the Special Mala Chicken. The house soup is tasty. It's got deep chicken flavor and lots of white pepper, great way to start your meal. Don't sleep on the chunk of turnip in there either. The roti is decent. The chicken curry sauce was more yellow than I've had before but it was enjoyable enough. The potato was super soft, almost like a curry mashed potato. Okay, the Hainanese chicken. Tender, rich in flavor and BONELESS! Previously, the only place I knew that offered this was Yummy on Northern Boulevard. Sadly they're no longer around and moved on to Rolls Rice (which is awesome). Dunk it in that delicious chili sauce and chase it with a spoonful of the chicken rice. That rice is seriously addictive. It's got so much ginger, chicken stock in every grain. The Fried Hainan Chicken. Never had this before. It was enjoyable, imagine the flavor of the regular version but add a crispy shell to it. It wasn't too crunchy but not in a bad way, think the texture of a chalupa shell. On my most recent visit though, the Special Mala Chicken. Oh my, this was so good. It's crispy, not overly so - stir-fried in that mala sauce. It's spicy, it's tingly and just begs you to eat more of it. We realized after ordering it, we had way too much rice. We were going to order another one but decided against it because we were getting full and ate earlier. If you're looking to get it without the rice, you can. A small order is $9. The string beans are appreciated to help round out the meal. Pretty standard stir-fried string beans but tasty. I don't know the woman's name who runs the restaurant but super sweet and very attentive. If you're in the area, absolutely give it a try. If you work in the area, I would not be surprised if you start eating this on the regular.
A small family business hainanese chicken restaurant. Support small businesses! Personally, it is not my all time favorite spot for hainan but it is worth trying. This place has such great value for what you get and the food did not feel or look too greasy at all. The chicken was juicy. The meal came with complimentary homemade wintermelon chicken soup with free refills. The chicken rice had a good color but could be more flavorful. The string beans were my favorite. It was stir fried with preserved veg. The curry with the roti was a great combination. The curry was light and could be more aromatic. The service was nice and attentive. This place is worth trying once and a spot to have a quick but hearty lunch. I would return to this place to try different dishes.
Ordered the meal for two: + chicken was fresh and juicy + dipping sauce for the chicken is a must + cabbage was oily, but cooked perfectly! They were crisp/crunchy and not soggy at all. + good portion for two people - soup was too oily - rice could've had more chicken flavor infused - I was looking forward to the string beans, which is what was advertised on the menu. Looking at other reviews, it seems that substituting the veggies is a frequent occurrence. read more
Betong Hainan Chicken was so good. My husband's been on a mission recently craving Hainan Chicken, and absolutely loved this place. It's a small hole in the walk place, however those are always the best too. We went early afternoon, it was quiet but more time to figure out what to eat since we were hungry. Appetizer and our entrées were delicious. Before your food arrives, you are served a hot drink and a small bowl of white potato soup. Our appetizer was soft, crisp, with the curry sauce. Our entrées were a great portion, made to perfection. There were only two people working, the chef who is mostly behind the scenes getting through the kitchen and delivering the food up and our waitress were a small team. Our waitress was very friendly, attentive each time she came over to see if we needed anything or checked in to ask how our food was. At most, you just need to look for parking in Flushing. Since it's right by main street, it can ge extremely busy. I recommend you park elsewhere, and take the walk going to Betong Hainan Chicken. It might be hard to miss from the outside, just look for the restaurant carefully. All major credit cards and cash are accepted. Great food, friendly staff, looking forward to our next visit back. read more
I stopped by here the other day, I ordered the Khao man gai. Taste: It was very good, the rice had good ginger flavor and the chicken was nice, tender and juicy. Price: It was not expensive at all. Overall: Will definitely stop by here again. read more
3 years ago
I visited Betong Hainan Chicken a few months back and given that it's been a few months since then, I was contemplating whether to even write this review, but the experience was so mediocre and frustrating that I now grimace every time I walk past this place. Hence, why not? Let's start with the menu itself. When my partner and I went, half of the menu was crossed out. No noodles (that means no pad thai, no pad see ew, no pad kee mao) and no vegetables besides steamed broccoli. Now, why would anyone go to a restaurant for steamed broccoli? The rest of the menu that was left uncrossed consisted of roti canai, hainan chicken, and curry chicken. So that was exactly what we got: roti canai with curry dipping sauce, hainan chicken rice, and curry chicken over rice. Wow, I sure never experienced having my food basically picked out for me. Anyhow, onto the food. The roti canai was perhaps the best dish. It was crispy, flaky, and paired nicely with the chicken curry that it was served with. The hainan chicken and the curry chicken, on the other hand, were just mid. While the hainan chicken was cooked well and had a tender texture, it lacked the flavors that I was expecting and the overall taste fell short. The accompanying chili sauce provided some much-needed flavor enhancement, but again fell short of my expectations, lacking that desired kick. The curry chicken was cooked well too, but the curry was watery and lacked the depth and aromatic profile that make this dish truly exceptional. And, did I mention the small portion sizes? My partner and I ordered what we would order at any other restaurant and walked out feeling almost just as hungry as we walked in. In terms of service, the service was just average, with staff members attending to our needs but lacking in warmth and attentiveness. And, in terms of ambiance, the restaurant was clean and simple, but it lacked the cozy and inviting atmosphere that I would have much preferred. The restaurant itself was also relatively small and I found myself whispering to my partner just because I could hear all the other conversations going on at nearby tables and felt uncomfortable by that. Ultimately, I wouldn't recommend Betong Hainan Chicken and definitely do not see myself coming back. read more
Wow! Great place if we weren't specifically looking for this place we would have missed it. Cash only place. We ordered the family combo for 2: - 2 house special soups - 2 chicken rice - 1 small steamed chicken - 1 small curry roti - 1 string beans Wow - it was a good amount of food for two people. We barely finished it! The soup was delicious, as was the rice. The roti was yummy! And the string beans were good as well but got a little salty. The chicken came with 2 different sauces - one spicy and one non-spicy. Great little place! read more
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Hello Julia H…
This place is a small hole in the wall restaurant and make sure to bring cash. They don't have Apple Pay but they do take venmo. I was looking for something healthy after a workout and this really hit the spot. My friend and I got the family order for two which comes with 2 chicken rice, hainan chicken, roti canai, and string beans. I loved all of it, the chicken looks bland but tasted good with the spicy sauce. Really, I don't even like string beans and I still ate a ton. They also give complimentary soup which was rlly good. It was a good amount for both of us and pretty filling. Our total only came out to a $21 and some change! I'd definitely come back. read more
Amazing hainan chicken combo~ extremely well priced! This place did not have ac when I went, and the service was a little slow. I would skip on the curry (roti) dish, however I would highly recommend their hainan chicken dish! read more
I've been wanting to come here for awhile and my bf and I decided to get take out a few We shared it with my brother and it was a good amount for the three of us. It comes with roti canai, large Hainan chicken, string beans, curry chicken and 4 chicken rice. I really enjoyed the hainan chicken! It was SO tender and delicious. The roti canai was really small, I think they should give 2 pieces for this family set. We finished everything except the curry chicken and one of the chicken rice, which we had the next day for leftovers! I want to try the crispy chicken! Will try that next time I come here read more
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Hello Iris C…
I stopped by to pick up some take out since I wanted Hainan chicken and Betong was downstairs from my hotel. I walked in to place and order. They do not take card. Cash only. I had to wait until my parent came to bring me some cash as I only carry card. Haha. So I ordered hainan chicken rice. It's one of my favorite dishes and we don't have great options in Orlando. I also ordered roti which in NY usually comes with chicken in the curry sauce. My son ordered a curry chicken and rice. All the food was good. read more
Finally got to try this Hainan Chicken place in Flushing! We ordered the C1 combo for the three of us. It came with winter melon soup (made with chicken bones) that smelled like white pepper, the perfect soup for this chilly weather. The roti canai was flaky and soft on the inside, with that special buttery flavor that you are looking for. The light curry sauce pairs well and is not too spicy. The boneless chicken is tender and flavorful, and dipping it in the provided savory garlic soy sauce is tasty. It's got that essential "chicken" flavor. I chose to eat the chicken rice with the sweet soy sauce provided, which was just enough to add that extra dimension of flavor without being overpowering. It's a sticky soy sauce, not the runny kind. The string beans were cooked well with the preserved veggies, which added some saltiness. The dish was salty but in a good way, a necessary way. Overall, the food here is solid and not too oily, like many other restaurants of this cuisine can be. They offered free refills on the soup, which was a nice touch. The combo meal only cost $20 before tax and tip, which is super affordable, and was the perfect portion for three people to be full. read more
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Hello Ming L…
4 stars strictly because there is a deal that is an actual DEAL. 20 for a meal for 2: you get 2 bowls of rice, roti canai, sautéed (rather salty) green beans and some chicken. (It's labeled as Hainanese chicken, but it's not the same moist, oily chicken that Hainanese chicken usually is.) It's an inconspicuous location, tucked away as a narrow storefront. Would go if you want to pay $10 for a filling meal but do not go with the intention of finding the best Malaysian food. read more
This hole-in-the-wall located on 39th Ave was surprisingly larger than I thought inside. I stopped in mid-day to enjoy some Hainanese style chicken and this place was friendly, generous and delicious! We were seated immediately and enjoyed the jet engine of an AC that fills this place with cool air when it was so hot and humid out. The C1 Family Order for 2 people is a great entry point (and at currently $19.95 a great deal! I don't think will last because nothing gold can stay). It comes with Roti Canai, Hainan Chicken Small, Sautéed String Beans and 2 bowls of chicken rice...and SURPRISE two bowls of chicken broth (soup?) with melon. Everything was so tasty and good! The roti canai with silky smooth and fragrant curry over chunks of potato and chicken that went so well with the tender, flaky roti. The Hainan chicken was very tender and delicious - I enjoyed the spicy dipping sauce (sambal?) that actually had a hint of fruit to my tastebuds. Sautéed string beans tasted a bit over salted, but were fresh and had a nice snap and wok-hei. The star of the show was the delicious chicken rice - great flavor without feeling heavy or greasy. The surprise soup was pure chicken essence with a layer of chicken fat floating on top that coats your mouth and tongue with such magnificent flavor. The small carafe of Thai iced tea was not overly sweet went really well with all the food. I look forward to checking out their version of fried chicken or perhaps the bronzini if I come with a foursome. This place keeps it simple and the dishes tight, as in hitting the mark. I think they have something good here and look forward to seeing them thrive! read more
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Hello Mike S.…
Only winners deserve this chicken for dinner! This place has love for their chicken, and I think the chicken should be proud of their taste. Where else can you get great food like this at this price tag? Both the fried hainan chicken and regular hainan chicken are tender and juicy. Thai ice tea was also good. Will come back to try other options. read more
5 years ago
We passed by Betong Hainan Chicken when we visited Apollo Bakery, which is located not far and we were attracted since it just newly opened. We were also craving for refreshing food, so Hainan Chicken should be a perfect choice. The options on the menu weren't various but it's decent and there were combo available for 2-4 people. We had their B4 Mixed Chicken Rice, Stir Water Spinach with Fish Sauce and a bowl of rice. The food was delicious, especially the chicken, which was super tender, juicy and great with their sauce. We thought the fried one was even better than Eim Khao, which is a popular & well-known place for Hainan Chicken in Elmhurst. However, there was some confusion for the order Mixed Chicken Rice we had, which included *Rice* in the name. However, it didn't come with rice so we made an extra order. Moreover, under the Hainan Chicken category, it is noted "Serve with House Specail Soup", but the staff told us our Mixed Chicken Rice didn't come with soup. We think they should've added an exclusive message on the menu or re-design their menu at all. read more
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5 years ago
TLDR: No frills, solid Hainanese chicken. Affordable, hearty and satisfying. Betong should be on your rotation of "go to" Flushing good eats. Get the C1 meal for two and if you have the space, absolutely try the Special Mala Chicken Rice. I was wondering what this more well-lit restaurant that occupies the previous Ku Shain space. Some research noted that Betong is a place that specializes in Hainanese chicken. I was curious. We tried this spot not knowing what to expect. If you're going with more than yourself, absolutely get the C1. For $19.99 you're getting two bowls of the house soup, a chicken curry roti canai, a small Hainanese chicken (boneless, might I add), two chicken rice bowls and an order of stir-fried string beans. Ordering these a la carte would be $30+. This is more than enough food for two. If you want some variety, add on another chicken over rice for $9.99. The first time we got the Fried Hainan Chicken for our extra dish, the second time we got the Special Mala Chicken. The house soup is tasty. It's got deep chicken flavor and lots of white pepper, great way to start your meal. Don't sleep on the chunk of turnip in there either. The roti is decent. The chicken curry sauce was more yellow than I've had before but it was enjoyable enough. The potato was super soft, almost like a curry mashed potato. Okay, the Hainanese chicken. Tender, rich in flavor and BONELESS! Previously, the only place I knew that offered this was Yummy on Northern Boulevard. Sadly they're no longer around and moved on to Rolls Rice (which is awesome). Dunk it in that delicious chili sauce and chase it with a spoonful of the chicken rice. That rice is seriously addictive. It's got so much ginger, chicken stock in every grain. The Fried Hainan Chicken. Never had this before. It was enjoyable, imagine the flavor of the regular version but add a crispy shell to it. It wasn't too crunchy but not in a bad way, think the texture of a chalupa shell. On my most recent visit though, the Special Mala Chicken. Oh my, this was so good. It's crispy, not overly so - stir-fried in that mala sauce. It's spicy, it's tingly and just begs you to eat more of it. We realized after ordering it, we had way too much rice. We were going to order another one but decided against it because we were getting full and ate earlier. If you're looking to get it without the rice, you can. A small order is $9. The string beans are appreciated to help round out the meal. Pretty standard stir-fried string beans but tasty. I don't know the woman's name who runs the restaurant but super sweet and very attentive. If you're in the area, absolutely give it a try. If you work in the area, I would not be surprised if you start eating this on the regular. read more
5 years ago
A small family business hainanese chicken restaurant. Support small businesses! Personally, it is not my all time favorite spot for hainan but it is worth trying. This place has such great value for what you get and the food did not feel or look too greasy at all. The chicken was juicy. The meal came with complimentary homemade wintermelon chicken soup with free refills. The chicken rice had a good color but could be more flavorful. The string beans were my favorite. It was stir fried with preserved veg. The curry with the roti was a great combination. The curry was light and could be more aromatic. The service was nice and attentive. This place is worth trying once and a spot to have a quick but hearty lunch. I would return to this place to try different dishes. read more
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So far the only let down in our flushings food adventure has been the hainan chicken rice, Betong was no exception. The chicken was just ok, lacked that silky 滑 texture, the sauce was in the form of a spicy sweet sauce. People seemed to have forgotten how to make the real Hainan Chicken sauce. The rice on the other hand was very good, more flavorful than Papparich. The Hainan Chicken rice set costs only about $8 which is insane value. If you check in with Yelp or IG you receive a free Thai iced tea. read more
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Hello Peter L.…
4 years ago
Sorry, I don't like to write bad reviews but I need to be honest here...I been here like 5 times since 2021, the first time it was great, good portion size, fluffy fragrant rice...Honestly it has gone downhill since then. The price was increased by $1, no big deal but the portions also started to get smaller. Last time I ordered online, my order was accepted and they told me they ran out of chicken! It would be a 1 hour wait..So why accept the order ? Anyway I gave them another chance today and boy was that a mistake. The meat was chewy and had a lot of fatey and unedible pieces on it, the portion was stingy. The rice was also awful, and had a weird chemical taste as if they didn't rinse the pot they made the rice in. I will be giving them any more chances, will not return. read more
4 years ago
A tiny shop specializing in hainanese chicken rice. Small menu thus they should be laser focus on dishing out the best chicken rice ever. Unfortunately, that's about as wrong as I could get. And this is exactly what transpired. Long wait time, lackluster service, overcooked hainanese chicken and double-cooked raw dough fried chicken. The only saving grace is a tiny piece of cucumber garnish which is surprisingly fresh and crisp. Also, be wary of the 10% hiked up price which differ from the menu. read more
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4 years ago
Good place for Hainan chicken. Roti was light, fluffy and crispy. Went well with the curry chicken. The main dishes, fried hainan chicken and steamed, were decent. Not the best in the city but passable. The rice was actual chicken rice and you could taste the chicken broth in it. The portions were okay and could feed two. Cheers read more
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Just pure yummy comfort food! Nuff said Oh, parking sucks so you might want to consider taking it to go or give yourself some extra time to look for parking read more
When I came in, the sign was closed, so I took a look inside and saw people inside, and as it turned out, they were open. I really want to support this small family restaurant, but the food that I got just wasn't good. I got the crispy chicken rice, but the chicken was very greasy and the batter just came off of the chicken, the soup that came with it was lukewarm, the meat itself was tender, the rice wasn't as good as the one I always had in Elmhurst. The interior made you wonder whether they haven't planned it thoroughly when they decided to open or they ran out of money to do better. Since its run by a family, I could understand that they are more relaxed, the server was on the phone the whole time I was there, and it was the little sister that helped me when I paid my bill. Considering that there are many other restaurants in the area, this place need to up their game to survive. read more
OMG Flushing finally has an authentic Thai chicken on rice spot. I had high hopes after seeing my buddy post pics from this spot and I'm so happy I got to try their food out. Located in the bones of my dad's former favorite Taiwanese spot (RIP Gushine), this place is unassuming and serves a plethora of chicken and rice dishes. You can try them all but if you're here, you're here for the Hainanese Chicken rice, which is what I got. The rice was fluffy and flavorful with just the right amount of chicken essence. The chicken was tender and deboned (which is a staple of how Thai people prepare this dish) and the sauce was mouth waveringly good. If I had to compare, their version is reminiscent of the imcomparable Eim Khao Mun Gai in Elmhurst which is the best in the city. Prices are affordable and the staff was very friendly. Their food is top notch and I'm super happy I don't need to run to Elmhurst anymore to get my Thai style Hainan chicken rice fix anymore. Big thumbs up. read more
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Hello Howard H…
4 years ago
I'll feel really guilty if I don't write a review for this place. It is a tiny place like a hole in the wall but clean, well organized. We went on an East Coast tour to see Niagara Falls, NY, DC, Philly and Boston. The first day at the hotel in China Town, Flushing, we were on our own time to explore. We decided on Betong Hainan Chicken closed by. The daughter who did all the cooking and her mother were Thai same like us. We were surprised to find our favorite Thai Hainan Chicken there. We ordered Family combo for 4 people, Hainan Chicken came with rice, soup, yellow curry&roti, sautéed string bean and sauce. It was an unexpected awesome meal that fulfilled our stomachs with flavorful, juicy chicken, savory curry&roti, yummy string bean. We also asked for more soup because it was so good. Thanks for making our first day in NY memorable. Try this place and you'll love it. read more
Following a fellow Yelper's review, we walked into this joint, rather is like a family run restaurant, that "next-door cousin " who seemed to be our server, so we had to call-out behind my ears to get our orders... The Menu for Two, $20, was consisted a double portion Hainan Chicken*(C+) , sautéed string beans (A), 2 bowls of flavored rice, and a "Chicken" Roti Canai.**. *Hainan Chicken I felt it was previously prepared in water-broiled, then reheated and chopped into chunks for the serving plate. ** As our fellow Yelper who pointed the Roti Canai was a very small portions, indeed the portion was too small to split in between two people. read more
4 years ago
CASH ONLY! I didn't know and thank goodness I had money. Venmo is also an option. It's been years since I've had Queens Hainan Chicken and this place was very close to where we parked for our flight. We saw the great reviews and we wanted to try both the steam and crispy versions and they were both equally delicious! Will definitely grab another combination to go the next time we are in the area. There are tables inside if you'd like to dine in. It's a very small restaurant and you should call ahead to make sure they have seating available. read more
5 years ago
We got the C1 combo - comes with roti canai - hainan chicken (small), sautéed string beans, 2 chicken rice and a soup for $19.95... feeds a party of 2.. . Everything was delicious, the roti was made fresh and the curry chicken was straight out of the pot, the potatoes was still piping hot... . The hainan chicken was moist and also boneless. The sauce was a dry spicy, garlicky with other spices, as opposed to the sweet soy sauce... the spiciness didn't really linger so i was able to handle.. they do have a picture with the soy sauce in it, maybe you can ask for it.. . The string beans was ok, your typical string beans dish... . Chicken rice, it's not as yellow as as other places or as greasy, but it does pack a lot of flavor so don't let the color fool you.. . It was the perfect portion for the two of us.. We aren't overly stuffed and certainly did not leave hungry. And with the 20% off, it's a very great value... they also offer Thai dishes like pad Thai, pad see ew and pineapple fried rice.. . They are located 135-38 39th Avenue. You can easily pass the location as there it still no sign, so look for the address so that you don't miss it. And be patient with the service as they just opened... read more
This is a relatively new establishment on 39th Ave. might be a little challenging to find because there's no big sign pointing to it, but it's worth the find. I tried the hainan chicken, Hainanese rice, curry and roti, and string beans, and soup. For all of this listed for 2 people, it only costed $20, which is a great deal in my opinion. I left full and content. The hainanese chicken was juicy and tender and I liked the sauce that came with it. And I loved the sautéed string beans. Service was good and waiter was friendly. My only complaint is that the curry and roti didn't taste like the traditional Malaysian version. The curry is more yellow in color, liquidy, and with coconut milk. It tasted more like the broth in Burmese coconut noodle soup (ohno kaw swe), than it did malaysian curry, which is slightly thicker and more orange in color. The roti is more dense and less airy than the traditional roti. It tasted more like paratha to me. Both versions are good in their own way, but not like the traditional Malaysian curry and roti. Overall, would definitely come back again and this time bring the family. read more
5 years ago
THE BEST HAINAN CHICKEN I HAVE EVER HAD. You will not be disappointed. I'll definitely be back to try all the items on the menu! read more
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Hello Sandra W.…
Had order a mixed chicken over rice. The Hainan steamed chicken and fried chicken taste great. Not too salty or oily. Good for health. The soup was good. Great for a meal. The online ordering need some improvement. Because the order names didn't appear, so they call me to confirm. read more
I love the chicken rice that make. It is the most important part of the meal whenever I decided to order Hainanese Chicken. And they just made my day delightful. The price is good with the meal for two people in a right amount. The source is not that spicy and everyone should try it. read more
I stopped by this place because of the good reviews and was in the mood to try some Hainan Chicken Over Rice. My boyfriend tried the Curry Chicken Over Rice. I was not impressed by the Hainan Chicken because it wasn't very flavorful and the rice seemed cold. I did enjoy the sauce that the dish came with and the soup. My boyfriend's Curry Chicken tasted much better but they did not give him his soup. I told the waiter but he said it doesn't come with soup. My boyfriend and I both ordered off the same menu and the menu says that it does come with soup. I ended up sharing my soup and asked for a fork since my boyfriend can't use chopsticks. They didn't have any forks available either. It may have been an off day but service was not very good. read more
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Noon J.
Hello Annie Y…
5 years ago
Quick and fast service. Food taste great and definitely great for people who wants Thai food but also Chinese/Malaysian food. Barely waited 10 minute to give my order and food arrive fast. Will come again read more
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Did you close down? I tried going there today to get a family meal but everything was closed. We even tried calling but no answer.
According to a post in FB group page (Eat Something New In Queens) The owner or chef is sick. It's been weeks now. Also, they MIGHT NOT likely to re-open. Gu Xiang, a… Read more
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