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Melbourne · Updated 16 Oct 2026

The best Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne

Ranked from 17,498 reviews across 21 restaurants.

Hainanese Chicken Rice at Nan Yang Express Chinatown

The winner

Nan Yang Express Chinatown

Malaysian · Melbourne

The Hainanese Chicken Rice at Nan Yang Express Chinatown is served for $10 with tender chicken and fragrant rice, though one other diner reported the chicken came out raw.

reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice
48
of them positive
75%
overall
Mostly positive

Shop 1/128 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000

Open - Closes 9:30 pm

Plan a visitWebsite

The char hor fun is described as the star of the menu, with perfectly cooked noodles, while the fried dishes are criticised for stale oil. In the Melbourne CBD, one diner calls it arguably the most affordable and tasty Malaysian food, and the fast lunches and food-court style setting make it a practical choice.

About the restaurant

Price

$1-20 per person (236 reports)

This is the restaurant's price range, not the price of the Hainanese Chicken Rice.

Phone

0404 065 326

5XQ9+CF Melbourne, Victoria

How it’s holding up

restaurants ranked
21
reviews across them
17,498
reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice
215
last updated
16 Oct 2026
Mentions of the Hainanese Chicken Rice, month by monthPositiveNegative

197 of the 252 mentions of the Hainanese Chicken Rice have a date within these months; the chart shows those.

The 17,498 reviews are every review these restaurants have, about any dish, so not all of them were read for this guide. We collected 4,117 of them, which can include more than one review from the same person. 48 reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice at Nan Yang Express Chinatown. Rankings are based on public reviews, not visits.

Also worth a trip

The other 20 restaurants ranked for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne, in order.

  1. Number 2: Canton Malay CuisineMelbourneCanton Malay Cuisine is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.4 reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice

    Malaysian · 73 Victoria St, Melbourne VIC 3000

    Canton Malay Cuisine is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.

    50% of reviews of the Hainanese Chicken Rice are positive

    Open - Closes 4 pm

  2. Number 3: Jalan Alor MitchamMitchamJalan Alor Mitcham is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.11 reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice
    Hainanese Chicken Rice at Jalan Alor Mitcham

    Malaysian · 26 Britannia Mall, Mitcham VIC 3132

    Jalan Alor Mitcham is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.

    91% of reviews of the Hainanese Chicken Rice are positive

    Closed - Opens 11 am

  3. Number 4: SUTSA Malaysian KitchenPrestonSUTSA Malaysian Kitchen is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.12 reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice

    Malaysian · 106 High St, Preston VIC 3072

    SUTSA Malaysian Kitchen is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.

    100% of reviews of the Hainanese Chicken Rice are positive

    Closed - Opens 11 am

  4. Number 5: Jalan Alor Franklin StreetMelbourneJalan Alor Franklin Street is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.17 reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice
    Hainanese Chicken Rice at Jalan Alor Franklin Street

    Malaysian · 85 Franklin St, Melbourne VIC 3000

    Jalan Alor Franklin Street is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.

    76% of reviews of the Hainanese Chicken Rice are positive

    Open - Closes 10 pm

  5. Number 6: Lulu’s Malaysian Hawker ChadstoneChadstoneLulu’s Malaysian Hawker Chadstone is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.6 reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice

    Malaysian · Chadstone Shopping Centre, Shop FB 181/1341 Dandenong Rd, Chadstone VIC 3145

    Lulu’s Malaysian Hawker Chadstone is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.

    20% of reviews of the Hainanese Chicken Rice are positive

    Closed - Opens 11 am

  6. Number 7: Singa Pura King of HawkersAbbotsfordSinga Pura King of Hawkers is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.18 reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice
    Hainanese Chicken Rice at Singa Pura King of Hawkers

    Malaysian · 3/409 Victoria St, Abbotsford VIC 3067

    Singa Pura King of Hawkers is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.

    89% of reviews of the Hainanese Chicken Rice are positive

    Closed - Opens 11:30 am

  7. Number 8: Teh Tarik CornerSouth YarraTeh Tarik Corner is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.12 reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice
    Hainanese Chicken Rice at Teh Tarik Corner

    Malaysian · 209 Commercial Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141

    Teh Tarik Corner is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.

    92% of reviews of the Hainanese Chicken Rice are positive

    Closed - Opens 11 am Mon

  8. Number 9: TWO CIRCLES CAFEDoncaster EastTWO CIRCLES CAFE is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.7 reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice
    Hainanese Chicken Rice at TWO CIRCLES CAFE

    Malaysian · 270 Blackburn Rd, Doncaster East VIC 3109

    TWO CIRCLES CAFE is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.

    57% of reviews of the Hainanese Chicken Rice are positive

    Closed - Opens 11 am

  9. Number 10: ccwokNorth Melbourneccwok is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.6 reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice

    Malaysian · 464 Victoria St, North Melbourne VIC 3051

    ccwok is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.

    67% of reviews of the Hainanese Chicken Rice are positive

    Closed - Opens 11 am

  10. Number 11: Ho Liao MelbourneMelbourneHo Liao Melbourne is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.15 reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice
    Hainanese Chicken Rice at Ho Liao Melbourne

    Malaysian · Level 2/235 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000

    Ho Liao Melbourne is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.

    87% of reviews of the Hainanese Chicken Rice are positive

    Closed - Opens 11 am

  11. Number 12: Kakilang Char Koay Teow CBDMelbourneKakilang Char Koay Teow CBD is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.5 reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice
    Hainanese Chicken Rice at Kakilang Char Koay Teow CBD

    Malaysian · 190 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000

    Kakilang Char Koay Teow CBD is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.

    100% of reviews of the Hainanese Chicken Rice are positive

    Open - Closes 8:30 pm

  12. Number 13: Lim KopiMelbourneLim Kopi is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.6 reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice

    Malaysian · 542 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000

    Lim Kopi is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.

    50% of reviews of the Hainanese Chicken Rice are positive

    Closed - Opens 11 am

  13. Number 14: Mai JiaSouth YarraMai Jia is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.6 reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice
    Hainanese Chicken Rice at Mai Jia

    Malaysian · 280 Toorak Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141

    Mai Jia is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.

    100% of reviews of the Hainanese Chicken Rice are positive

    Open - Closes 10 pm

  14. Number 15: Kakilang Char Koay Teow (Balwyn)BalwynKakilang Char Koay Teow (Balwyn) is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.4 reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice

    Malaysian · 6/190 Belmore Rd, Balwyn VIC 3103

    Kakilang Char Koay Teow (Balwyn) is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.

    75% of reviews of the Hainanese Chicken Rice are positive

    Closed - Opens 11 am

  15. Number 16: KL Bunga RayaNorth MelbourneKL Bunga Raya is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.4 reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice
    Hainanese Chicken Rice at KL Bunga Raya

    Malaysian · 34 Errol St, North Melbourne VIC 3051

    KL Bunga Raya is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.

    75% of reviews of the Hainanese Chicken Rice are positive

    Closed - Opens 11:30 am

  16. Number 17: Laksa GardenHawthornLaksa Garden is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.3 reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice

    Malaysian · 724 Glenferrie Rd, Hawthorn VIC 3122

    Laksa Garden is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.

    100% of reviews of the Hainanese Chicken Rice are positive

    Closed - Opens 11 am Wed

  17. Number 18: Roti RoadFootscrayRoti Road is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.3 reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice

    Malaysian · 189/193 Barkly St, Footscray VIC 3011

    Roti Road is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.

    100% of reviews of the Hainanese Chicken Rice are positive

  18. Number 19: JomMelbourneJom is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.6 reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice
    Hainanese Chicken Rice at Jom

    Malaysian · 378 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000

    Jom is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.

    50% of reviews of the Hainanese Chicken Rice are positive

    Open - Closes 5 pm

  19. Number 20: Jalan Alor (Downie Street)MelbourneJalan Alor (Downie Street) is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.12 reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice
    Hainanese Chicken Rice at Jalan Alor (Downie Street)

    Malaysian · 8 Downie St, Melbourne VIC 3000

    Jalan Alor (Downie Street) is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.

    100% of reviews of the Hainanese Chicken Rice are positive

    Open - Closes 9 pm

  20. Number 21: Khao Man Gai RestaurantMelbourneKhao Man Gai Restaurant is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.10 reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice

    Malaysian · Shop A&B/389 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000

    Khao Man Gai Restaurant is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.

    80% of reviews of the Hainanese Chicken Rice are positive

    Open - Closes 3:15 pm · Reopens 5 pm

The longer read

What the reviews say

What the reviews say about the best Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne, restaurant by restaurant.

Why it leads

Why Nan Yang Express Chinatown is the pick for Hainanese Chicken Rice

The Hainanese Chicken Rice at Nan Yang Express Chinatown is served for $10 with tender chicken and fragrant rice, though one other diner reported the chicken came out raw. The char hor fun is described as the star of the menu, with perfectly cooked noodles, while the fried dishes are criticised for stale oil. In the Melbourne CBD, one diner calls it arguably the most affordable and tasty Malaysian food, and the fast lunches and food-court style setting make it a practical choice.

The alternatives

Where the other Hainanese Chicken Rice spots shine

Not everyone wants the same Hainanese Chicken Rice. These are the clearest differences reviewers point to among the next-best places.

  • Canton Malay Cuisine: Canton Malay Cuisine is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.
  • Jalan Alor Mitcham: Jalan Alor Mitcham is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.
  • SUTSA Malaysian Kitchen: SUTSA Malaysian Kitchen is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.
  • Jalan Alor Franklin Street: Jalan Alor Franklin Street is a top-rated spot for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne.

How to choose

Choosing Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne

Treat this as a shortlist as well as a winner: Nan Yang Express Chinatown has the strongest reviews for the Hainanese Chicken Rice, and the others are where reviewers found different strengths across Melbourne.

  • 17,498 reviews across 21 restaurants ranked; that total covers every dish they serve, not only the Hainanese Chicken Rice.
  • 48 reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice at Nan Yang Express Chinatown, and 75% of them are positive.

Questions people ask

What is the best Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne?

Nan Yang Express Chinatown in Melbourne is currently ranked #1 for Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne, among 21 candidates in our available dataset. The Hainanese Chicken Rice at Nan Yang Express Chinatown is served for $10 with tender chicken and fragrant rice, though one other diner reported the chicken came out raw. The char hor fun is described as the star of the menu, with perfectly cooked noodles, while the fried dishes are criticised for stale oil.

Which other Hainanese Chicken Rice places in Melbourne come close?

Canton Malay Cuisine, Jalan Alor Mitcham, SUTSA Malaysian Kitchen round out the top of the ranking. Each earned strong dish-specific praise in recent reviews — the full shortlist below covers 21 ranked restaurants.

How is the best Hainanese Chicken Rice in Melbourne decided?

BiteRanked compares candidates using available restaurant ratings and dish mentions. Listing review totals are not collected review counts. Coverage is incomplete; the recorded ranking update is 2026-10-16. Read our methodology for scoring and limitations.

How we rank

Each restaurant’s score combines its overall rating with how often its reviews mention the Hainanese Chicken Rice. How positive those reviews are, and how that is changing, is shown for context and is not part of the score. Rankings are based on public reviews, not visits.

Read the full method