Heng Chai Chicken Rice at Bukit Merah Central

Location: 163 Bukit Merah Central, #02-38 Food Centre, Singapore 150163

Floor 1 · Bukit Merah Central Food Centre

No-frills Hainanese chicken rice at Bukit Merah Central Food Centre, open daily for lunch.

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No-frills Hainanese chicken rice at Bukit Merah Central Food Centre, open daily for lunch.

Heng Chai Chicken Rice is a straightforward hawker stall at Bukit Merah Central Food Centre, dishing out plates of Hainanese chicken rice to a loyal neighbourhood crowd. The menu keeps things simple — steamed white chicken served over fragrant rice, accompanied by chilli sauce, ginger paste and a bowl of clear chicken broth.

Side orders of vegetables, egg and chicken gizzard are available for those who want to round out the meal. Portions are generous and prices stay under $10, making it a dependable option for a hearty lunch without fuss.

If you find yourself in Bukit Merah and craving chicken rice done the traditional way, Heng Chai is a solid neighbourhood pick.

163 Bukit Merah Central, #02-38 Food Centre, Singapore 150163

Floor 1 · Bukit Merah Central Food Centre

Operating Hours

Open Now

Closes at 4 pm (in 3h 1m)

Monday

8:30 am–4 pm

Tuesday

8:30 am–4 pm

Wednesday

8:30 am–4 pm

Thursday (Today)

8:30 am–4 pm

Friday

8:30 am–4 pm

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

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Heng Chai Chicken Rice

A food stall with a prominent sign displaying "HENG CHAI CHICKEN RICE" in English and Chinese. Roasted chickens and other food items are visible behind a counter. There are also displays of drinks and other food items in refrigerators. Two staff members are present.

Heng Chai Chicken Rice

A food stall with a yellow awning displaying the name "Heng Chai Chicken Rice" in English and Chinese. Roasted chickens are visible hanging inside the stall. To the left, another stall is labeled "Chun Kee Fishball Noodle". To the right, a stall is labeled "King Avocado" with images of fruits. People are seated at tables in front of the stalls.

Chicken Rice with Braised Egg

A plate of chicken rice is served with sliced chicken, braised eggs, cucumber slices, and a side of chili sauce. A bowl of soup and a glass of iced tea are also visible on the table.

Chicken Rice

A plate of chicken rice with sliced cucumbers and a side of chili sauce. The chicken is sliced and covered in a dark, glossy sauce, served over a bed of white rice.

Roast Duck Rice

A plate of roast duck rice with sliced hard-boiled eggs and cucumber slices. The rice is topped with pieces of roast duck and a dark sauce. There is also a side of chili sauce. Two spoons are placed on the left side of the plate. The background shows a purple patterned surface with some red text.

Chicken Rice with Braised Egg

A plate of chicken rice is served with sliced chicken, braised egg halves, cucumber slices, and a side of soup. The rice is white and fluffy, topped with glistening slices of chicken and dark, savory sauce. Two halves of a braised egg, with their distinct yellow yolks and brown-marbled whites, are placed on top. Slices of cucumber add a fresh green contrast. A green bowl containing a light-colored soup is visible in the background, along with a glass of iced tea. The setting appears to be a casual dining environment with other patrons in the background.