Service was amazing with the mom and pop style of service! My girlfriend and I came in for lunch and the owner shaped her rice into a cute heart! Definitely added to the taste of the meal. Both the owner and what seems to be his wife are both friendly and great with checking in to see if everything was going well. Overall recommend coming in for a quick lunch! read more

Chicken On Rice - Hainan Chicken With Ginger rice ( Khao Man Kai ) And Crispy Chicken with Ginger rice - Chicken Shop Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

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I have no idea what is better, their service or their food! My family and I love coming here! Whether it id eating in or taking out, the owner always has the biggest smile on his face and the most amazing personality! I literally called thirty minutes before closing to put in an order and he took my order with ease! I estimated time there to be 845pm and i was still five minutes out when i called at 848pm and he said no problem! He'll wait for me and it just makes me feel so special! I appreciate that they don't just stop taking orders or leave/close at 9pm. Talk about above and beyond ! Their crispy chicken is so good , even eating it when we get home is yummy and crispy! I cannot wait to come back again! To Chicken on Rice, thank you so much for being such a great place to eat and take more friends to! I will always recommend you to all our friends and family! Keep on clucking! I read more

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Friendly | Quick & Fresh | Delicious Immediately greeted with a friendly face, in a bright cozy space with a few small tables. The hainan chicken was great, tender and not greasy with a nice sauce and lightly flavored ginger rice. Crispy chicken was in fact, crispy without feeling oily. Everyone was attentive and efficient. Will plan on going back. read more

I had this spot bookmarked forever and I am so glad I finally got to try them out. I placed the order prior to arriving and it was ready in less than 10 minutes. Parking is ample and free right outside the restaurant. There are plenty of seatings inside to devour your meal right away. The grilled chicken with ginger rice was ok. I wasn't a big fan of the accompanying sauces and I found the chicken dry, tough, and chewy. The rice had zero ginger taste to it. The salad dressing was sweet and sour as was the sauce for the chicken. My favorite part of the meal ended up being the soup. The overall meal was in very tepid temperature. Perhaps I ordered the wrong menu item, came on a wrong day or timing. I wouldn't mind revisiting again but not unless I am in the area. read more

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I've been on the hunt for the best chicken rice place in Orange County, my all time favorite is Cluck2Go in SGV and chicken on rice is the closest to hitting my cravings I've been to A LOT of places in OC this is probably the best read more

I first stumbled upon the place and thought i'd give it a try. I was greeted warmly and shown to the kiosk where ordering was very easy for take out and dine in. I ordered takeout and food was flavorful and delicious. I loved the khao soi and my friend really enjoyed the combination chicken with ginger rice. One perk is that everything we tried had no bones so there was no fuss. Fried thai bananas were really good too. Whenever i'm in the area, I make sure to stop by read more

Rating: 8/10 Small mom/pop style restaurant with a few tables for indoor dining. The owner is so smiley and nice! He made sure we were well taken care of. You order on the tablet screen then get seated. We ordered the chicken combo entree and crispy pork salad. The hainan chicken was fresh and the sauces were great. The crispy pork was not too fatty and perfectly seasoned. read more

Chicken On Rice - Crispy pork salad and chicken combo - Chicken Shop Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

I really enjoy the Hainan Chicken with Ginger. I get the combo box that comes with egg rolls, salad and soup. It comes with three sauces. One for the salad that is really good. I think it's Italian or vinaigrette? I'm not sure but I enjoy it. A sweet sauce for the egg rolls. The egg rolls are crunchy on the outside with tender vegetables inside. And then I really love the soup with green onions. It helps me feel better. I know there is other Hainan chicken places that other people say it's the best. But it's too far away. This place is near my work and I prefer this place. The people who make the food here are so nice and welcoming. There is plenty of tables inside the small area and the have two touch screen menus to order for faster service. Thank you for making such delicious food! read more

Chicken On Rice - Hainan Chicken With Ginger rice ( Khao Man Kai ) - Chicken Shop Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Chicken on Rice is one of my go-to spots for Hainan chicken. I usually grab their lunch combo, which is a solid deal -- you get a drink (soda included, Thai tea for a little extra), a vegetable egg roll, a small salad, rice, and your choice of chicken (Hainan, katsu, or both). The price will depend on which option you pick. The ginger sauce has a nice little kick, though I personally wish the ginger flavor were a bit stronger. The food overall is tasty and consistent, making it a reliable takeout option. This is definitely more of a takeout-focused place since the interior is pretty small, but parking is usually easy, which is always a plus. My only complaint is that the chicken portions seem smaller than they used to be. I just wish they gave a bit more. Service is good since the food tends to be ready in reasonable time. Still, if you're craving Hainan chicken and want something quick, flavorful, and convenient, Chicken on Rice is a solid choice. read more

This restaurant has plenty of parking. It's located right next to a laundromat. I was warmly greeted by the owner when I entered the shop. He asked me if I had any questions. There's two self-ordering kisoks in the front. There's plenty of tables to sit down and dine in, but it seems like most people ordered their food to go. I decided to order the Hainan chicken with ginger rice, but I opted for the white meat. The wait didn't take long, and the owner kept checking up on me. The food was delicious, especially the sauces! My favorite sauce was the one to dip the chicken in, since it was a spicy Thai ginger sauce. I was satisfied at the end of my meal. I got a Thai tea too, since it was buy one, get one free. I definitely recommend this restaurant! Food is comforting and fresh. The owner is friendly and welcoming. read more

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Delicious! I haven't had too many chicken rice places, but this one ranks up there with others I've been to. I had the crispy spicy as well as the regular Hainan chicken. It was bursting with flavors . The sauce complements the chicken well and the rice was fragrant. The portions also pretty good. Definitely a good spot for chicken rice! read more

Chicken On Rice - Combination Chicken with Ginger rice - Chicken Shop Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Ordered to go: combo spicy crispy chicken and hainan chicken with a BOGO Thai tea! I thought the spicy crispy chicken was super flavorful and had a good kick of spice to it. It wasn't super crispy (maybe because we took it to-go though) but I really enjoyed the strong lime and chili flavor. The Hainan chicken was also good. Not dry at all and came with a spicy sauce that I also really enjoyed. The man working was super kind and helpful when we had a question about ordering. I think when we first walked in he was reading a magazine in the corner so the place gave off wholesome mom and pop vibes. Overall, I would return! read more

Chicken On Rice - Hainan chicken and spicy crispy chicken combo - Chicken Shop Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

I absolutely love this spot and I'm so happy I found it! This was my second time at Chicken on Rice, and the owners are always so warm and welcoming! Service is fantastic and the place is super clean. Their Hainan chicken is delicious -- so juicy and flavorful. The only thing I wish they had is scallion oil sauce, but they do have a spicy sauce that usually comes with the pork belly. Honestly, it's amazing with the chicken too. It's pretty spicy though, so only get it if you love spice like I do. Today I tried the pork belly and it was awesome! Super crispy and perfect with the ginger rice, which is delicious. I also love that the meal comes with a side of hot broth and a refreshing little salad with tangy dressing. It balances everything out so well! Definitely one of my go-to lunch spots. I'll be back again soon! read more

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This is my favorite place to get "take out" and still feel like I'm eating a healthy meal at a good price. I came in at about 8 pm and ordered to go, and the workers here seemed so happy to serve us, and they were so so sweet, they gave us our food with a smile, and it truly made my day. I have never eaten inside, but its a cute, small shop with a good amount of seating. read more

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A Must Go - DELICIOUS hole in the wall! I ordered the half crispy half boiled hainan chicken combo! The crispy chicken portion was an awesome texture experience and went very well with their sweet/ sour red sauce. The boiled chicken portion was LOVELY with their zingy ginger sauce. I would recommend this combo to all my friends! The combo comes with lots of extras. Their rice must be cooked with chicken broth and ginger because it was so flavorful and fragrant. The veggie egg rolls were very flaky on the outside and soft in the middle, perfect textures! Salad/ dressing was yummy & acidic and very beautiful to look at! I could tell they care a lot about their food presentation and i respect that. Lastly the soup was the perfect palette cleanse - light in flavor but refreshing. I could drink a bowl every morning if i had some. As an appetizer we ordered their fries (ORDER THESE FRIES), and idk what the seasoning is, but they were SO GOOD! Kind of sour, but not overwhelming. The texture was a perfect crunch and soft in the middle - ADDICTING, BEWARE. Service was fast and friendly - food was out within 10 min. They use a tablet system to order, and the owner of the restaurant helped explain their menu to us - which I thought was very kind. Very small inside, so if it's crowded be sure to order in advance :). I'll be back soon, see yall there! read more

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This has been on my bookmarked list for years. First impression - Chicken on Rice has a clean, bright space! The owner was so kind and set us up on the self ordering system as we were walking up, but was nearby if we had any questions. The food was phenomenal! We loved the flavors, textures, and sauces. I am a sucker for great packaging, and the to-go packaging was thoughtful and effective. We will definitely be back! We highly recommend the Fried Thai Bananas for dessert (we had them with a bit of ice cream at home) read more

Why is no one talking about this place? Small local spot serving solid good food. The person who helped me was super friendly and helpful. I ordered to go and he went over the receipt to make sure he got everything correct. I got the combo lunch special #3 and it was hefty. I like my ginger rice with a little more flavor but the ginger sauce helped. Would def come back. read more

Chicken On Rice - Have you ever seen a better looking to-go meal?? Combo 3 Combination chicken with Ginger rice. - Chicken Shop Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Just finished dinner here and really enjoyed the Khao soi here! Not too salty, not too sweet, broth not too thick, basically just delish:) My son had the crispy chicken with ginger rice and he gave it two up. Will definitely be back! Extra perk, Owners were super nice and inviting! read more

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The food was so good probably the best spicy fried hainan chicken i've ever had. The service was also amazing, it felt like i was eating at my friends parents house. I felt at home honestly! I would definitely eat here again or get it to go to bring to the beach YUM! We liked it so much we got an order to go for lunch tomorrow :') read more

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If you're in the area or willing to make the drive, you'll be treated to delicous Thai style hainan chicken that might get you hooked. Ordering is straightforward on a kiosk and there are many different options, but the classic hainan and fried hainan over the fluffy ginger rice is obligatory. It comes with a very flavorful garlic and ginger dip that intensifies each bite, but note that this is the only sauce if you're accustomed to the more traditonal ginger scallion dip. The side salad was so delcious with a house umami and soy based dressing, and the soup was completed the perfect trifecta. The spicy chicken was crispy, tangy, only slighly spicy, and had elements of citrus and almost like a tom yum base. I also went for the thai tea and green thai tea, which had great creaminess and texture and were surprisingly not too sweet. The food was packed in perfect takeout boxes but we couldn't help but dig right in. read more

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Food was delicious and service was amazing. Super sweet guy who was happy to have you in the restaurant. The pricing is my only issue. The combos I feel are fairly priced, but the fries + fried chicken I feel are basically double market value. $10 for fries? $16 for 2 chicken thighs? Those were my favorite parts of the meal and I could see myself coming back weekly if they were more affordable read more

I thought the food was OK. Kind of weird that the skin on the dark meat, chicken was fluffy and flimsy and not crispy at all. I loved the rice. I was a little turned off because I asked for salt and she wouldn't give me any because she said it didn't come in packets. Was great for a quick lunch, but that's about it. Seems like most people really like it though! read more

Branched out of our comfort zone of the usual restaurants we frequent. Holy cow. Unreal is an understatement. My family and I just kept looking at each other saying this is some of the best food we've had here. Succulent, flavorful, light. Packaging immaculate. We will be back weekly. read more

Absolutely amazing food! The broth is so clear and pure tasting. So much flavor! The chicken was tender and delicious. The salad dressing was amazing, my kids even loved it! The dipping sauces for the chicken were fantastic, we tried the ginger rice and the plain white rice and the ginger rice is a must! The owner was so nice. Definitely will be back! read more

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I ordered take out and was presented with a beautifully packed sturdy box. The presentation and packing was exceptional but the food was different from what I expected. The spicy crispy chicken was spicy but not that crispy by the time I got it. The sauce for the Hainan chicken is different from what I am used to. Other places have a greenish yellowish ginger garlic sauce; this one is served with a spicy brown sauce. It comes with a light salad which goes well with the spicy crispy chicken. I enjoyed the rice with the soup. Overall the food was not bad. read more

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Ordered the Hainan chicken and rice here - it comes with soup, a delicious salad with zesty sauce, and ginger rice (which was so good!) we ordered white meat to be healthier so the chicken was on the drier side (next time we'll order the dark meat). The fried bananas here are also SO delicious (super hot and crispy on outside) with delicious banana inside. Service here was also soooo nice, he was so warm and welcoming and thanked us multiple times for coming in and was so polite! read more

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One of my favorite place to eat, delicious food and the owners and staff here are always so kind and accommodating. I highly recommend people to try it, delicious weather you wanna eat healthy or eat good read more

Picked up a Hainan chicken and spicy crispy chicken ginger rice after placing an online order. They offer curb side pick up and the food was delivered on time! I enjoyed the Hainan chicken and the ginger rice a lot. However, the spicy crispy chicken has too much vinegar and the chicken was cut into pieces that are a little too small for my liking. The soup was delicious though! read more

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Just found my new favorite place! I wanted to try something new for dinner and decided to check out Chicken on Rice due to their great reviews. After instantly tasting their food, I knew why it was rated so highly and am already planning a return to this restaurant! I was met with a kind man working who helped me with my selection after letting him know it was my first time. I ordered the Hainan steamed chicken with garlic rice and fried bananas for dessert. I decided to take it to go, but there are some tables to eat there. Although if it's busy, it may be hard to snag a seat. My food was made fresh and ready in 5-10 minutes. The Hainan chicken box for $16 comes with chicken and rice, salad, broth, and all your sauces. Truly everything was flavorful, delicious, and so fresh. The fried bananas for $9 were fried absolutely perfectly and had the best crispy exterior and warm banana interior. I would HIGHLY recommend Chicken on Rice and can't wait to go again!! read more

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This has been our go to take out lately! Love the options you can order in a combo to try new things because husband and I typically share the combo plate (that way we can each order chicken the way we want) and the khao soi. We were surprised the first time we tried the khao soi, because not many places have this dish, but now it's always included in our standard order. If you wanna go all out, add the fried bananas to your order, doesn't taste oily and not too sweet. Service has also been great everytime, very nice man that runs it. It's in an old shopping center, but really hoping this place sticks around! read more

when you walk in there are 2 screen kiosks for you to order from. good amount of seats, but don't think we were even greeted when walking in. The food and portion size was good. - combination chicken with ginger rice - hainan crispy chicken with white meat read more

Chicken On Rice - Combo 2 Crispy chicken with Ginger rice - Chicken Shop Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Very small and a hidden find. Owner super sweet and positive. Cared a lot about how I enjoyed the food and happy to explain the cooking style. The food itself, especially Combo 3 was great value. For $18 I got to try the: -Hainan chicken w/ ginger rice which was good and met expectations -Side salad which was also pretty good -Side soup, which is honestly on the sweeter side I prefer my chicken broth saltier -Thai style crispy chicken, which was the star of the show. Juicy, crispy, and dressed with the bold spicy lime dressing we all know n love, it paired perfectly with the ginger rice Make sure to check out this spot it's hard to find places that'll give you 2 styles of specialty chicken in one meal! read more

This restaurant is a hole in the wall that serves delicious food. Although a bit small, they have about 5 tables inside for seating. I ordered online but if you go into the restaurant to order, there are two self-order kiosks. There's little staff interaction since they're usually standing in the back. There's a bell that you can ring that is located right above the two kiosks if assistance is required. The worker who brought my order out to me was super kind and included a coupon for my next visit. I ordered the Spicy Crispy Chicken with Ginger rice entree. It comes in a bento box rather than in those traditional styrofoam to go boxes, which is pretty unique. It's divided into four different sections, with the rice, chicken, soup, and veggies in their own section. The ginger rice was warm and tasty, and there was actual ginger in the rice. The chicken can be ordered at 3 different spice levels (mild, medium, or very spicy), and I ordered medium spicy. It wasn't too spicy but it definitely has a small kick. The chicken is also kinda tangy/sour as if lime was squeezed onto the chicken, but it was super tasty and seasoned really well. It's cut up into bite sized pieces which made it easy to eat. There's also some lettuce, red onion, and cilantro with the chicken. They're super generous with the veggies. The cucumbers on top of the rice had a nice crunch and the lettuce and carrots on the side were fresh. The soup was also delicious and not salty at all, but it came out steaming hot and almost burned my tongue (not complaining though). Very yummy food! read more

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Located in a business strip with shared parking lot. They have 2 reserves spaces marked at least for their business. When walking in , there are few tables and chairs to sit and eat at. There are 2 ordering kiosks as you walk further in. You would need to place your own order. There is someone sitting in the side that brings out the food for you. There were like 3 other people in there when I came in already eating. I ordered the Hainan chicken with ginger rice. It came out with bento box style. The chicken was good and ginger rice was a bit dense for me. The sauce to dip the chicken was good. The salad with oil dressing was good. The broth was hot and good. It was a different take compared to other Hainan chicken dishes I've had. read more

Chicken On Rice - Hainan Chicken With Ginger rice ( Khao Man Kai ) - Chicken Shop Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Absolutely outstanding experience from start to finish. The owner was incredibly welcoming and clearly takes pride in the food and the service -- you can feel it the moment you walk in. Service was fast, friendly, and attentive without being overbearing. We tried the spicy fries and every chicken option they had, and honestly, everything was amazing. Each chicken had its own flavor and was cooked perfectly -- juicy, crispy, and seasoned just right. Nothing felt rushed or slapped together; you can tell care goes into every plate. This is the kind of place that earns repeat customers. Great food, great service, and an owner who genuinely cares. Highly recommend -- we'll definitely be back. read more

Best service and Chicken in town !!! Must try if you care about good food and good people read more

Absolutely amazing service! Everyone was so tentative and friendly, you really feel loved here! The food was delicious...the khao soi was delicious but on the sweet side but with some extra chilli and the complimentary condiments it was delicious none the less. The chicken rice combo did not disappoint and I ate so much that I could burst. This place is small but cute and quaint...we will definitely be back! read more

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BEST HAINAN CHICKEN IN ORANGE COUNTY It's Friday night, and after 30 minutes of doom-scrolling through Yelp, I decided to give Chicken On Rice a chance. The shop's tucked into a random plaza with a Taco Bell, Papa John's, and Popeyes -- so honestly, I had no idea what I was walking into. When I arrived, the restaurant was empty, so I rang the bell at the counter. An older man appeared from the kitchen with the warmest smile and told me they were still finishing up my order. The place had this cozy mom-and-pop feel -- framed photos of milestones on the walls, but also sleek ordering tablets. It's like a family restaurant that's learned how to age gracefully with tech. Five to ten minutes later, the same man came back with my food, apologizing for the "long" wait (which wasn't long at all -- I showed up 15 minutes early). As I left, he stood by the door and waved me off like a grandparent seeing their grandkids off after a family dinner. I waved back, promising I'd visit again. Now for the food: OH. MY. GOD. Everything was perfect. The rice was fluffy and flavorful. The boiled chicken was juicy, tender, and blissfully free of fat (huge win). The crispy chicken was crunchy on the outside, juicy on the inside -- textbook perfection. The soup? Light, warm, and comforting -- it felt like a hug for my soul. Even the salad was fresh and balanced everything beautifully. I demolished the entire plate in 15 minutes flat and forgot to take pictures. TL;DR: I picked this place by chance and left with the best dinner -- and the kind of service that reminds you why small restaurants still matter. I'll absolutely be back. read more

Chicken On Rice is a local family owned business serving up some delicious Thai style Hainan chicken. This spot is more of a hole in the wall spot tucked away into a side plaza. There are a good amount of parking spots here. Inside, they have 3-4 tables for seating. They have two self-ordering kiosk machines at the front to place your orders. Since I came during lunch, I opted to get the lunch combo #3 which comes with half poached chicken, half fried chicken, ginger rice, egg rolls, salad, a bowl of broth, and a soda! All of that was only $17.99 which was definitely worth it given their generous portion sizes. Overall, this spot is a solid option bringing Hainan chicken to the HB area. All of the staff here are very friendly and accommodating. I would definitely recommend stopping by to get one of their lunch combos! read more

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First time here and ordered the Hainan Chicken (steamed) with Ginger Rice. It was pretty good with the ginger sauce. I would like to try the other chicken options next time. Ordered the Fried Bananas too. Those were delish! The owner/service was super nice! Just know they make your order once you place it. Be prepared to wait. It's a very small shop but cozy. Plenty of room to eat there. read more

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