Yan Kee hainan chicken rice at Zion Riverside Food Centre
Location: 70 Zion Rd, #01-08 Zion Riverside Food Centre, Singapore 247792
Zion Riverside Food Centre
Hainanese chicken rice done right at Zion Riverside Food Centre — tender poached chicken and flavourful rice.
Hainanese chicken rice done right at Zion Riverside Food Centre — tender poached chicken and flavourful rice.
Yan Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice at Zion Riverside Food Centre is a hawker stall that does the Singapore classic proud. The hainanese-style poached chicken is tender and meaty with a smooth, silky skin, laid over a plate of firm, chicken-fat-infused rice that carries the dish's signature aroma. A bowl of savoury soup and a sharp, garlicky chilli sauce round out the plate, delivering the trinity that every chicken rice lover looks for.The stall also offers roast chicken and a crispy chicken cutlet option, giving diners a choice beyond the classic poached version. Yan Kee has earned positive reviews for its consistent quality and generous portions at fair hawker prices. The Zion Riverside Food Centre setting provides covered communal seating near the Great World MRT station, making it an easy stop for both locals and visitors exploring the Tanglin area.
The stall operates during standard hawker hours, and queues can form during peak lunch times, though the line moves quickly. For a plate of honest, satisfying chicken rice in a classic hawker setting, Yan Kee at Zion Riverside is a dependable pick. It is the Singapore staple, done right without fuss or fanfare.
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June Chee
A simple but hearty chicken rice in Zion hawker Ctr, staff and boss is friendly ; rice is fragrance and chicken is tender, they remove the bone without you asking. Chilli is on the spot. Price is reasonable! Recommended!
John Chew
Some of the best chicken rice I’ve gad. Tasty and value for money. Highly recommend if you’re in the area
Justin
fragrant rice, moist chicken, decent portion as well. friendly uncle. sold out of steam chicken but the roast chicken was quite nice. worth a try.
Jaclyn Lee
A good experience here - tried both roasted and steamed versions and both had fluffy rice, tender chicken. The stallholder is friendly and prepares food fast, so no queue. Def would recommend this place.
Kal T
Chicken is very good here. Highly recommend the white chicken, roast is also pretty good. We got two roast chicken leg rice. Price is very reasonable. Also the customer service is good.
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Yan Kee hainan chicken rice
Yan Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice
A food stall with a large illuminated sign displaying various chicken rice dishes and prices. Below the sign, roasted chickens and other meats are displayed. A digital menu board is visible on the right side of the stall.
Yan Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice
A food stall with a large red sign displaying various chicken and pork rice dishes. Below the sign, roasted chickens and ducks are displayed hanging. A vertical menu board is visible on the right side.
Char Siu Rice
A plate of char siu rice is presented on a teal tray. The rice is topped with thinly sliced, glistening char siu (barbecued pork). A fork and spoon are visible on the side of the plate, and a small bowl of soup is to the right. In the background, a food court setting is visible with tables, chairs, and some patrons.
Char Siu Pork
A plate of sliced char siu pork, a Chinese barbecue pork dish, is presented on a white oval plate. The pork is glazed with a dark, shiny sauce and has visible layers of fat and lean meat. It is garnished with a thin slice of cucumber and a small amount of orange sauce. The plate is placed on a metallic surface, likely a kitchen counter.
Hainanese Chicken Rice
A plate of Hainanese chicken rice with both roasted and steamed chicken. The dish is served with rice, two small bowls of dipping sauces, and a hard-boiled egg.
Food Boxes Stacked on Tables
Numerous red food boxes are stacked on green tables in what appears to be a food court. The boxes have Chinese text and images of food. Red plastic bags are placed underneath some of the stacks. In the background, people are walking around and there are more tables and food stalls. A yellow machine with the words "NON-HALAL" and "THANK YOU FOR TURNING YOUR TRAY AND CUTLERY" is visible on the left.
Roast Pork and Char Siu Rice
A plate of rice topped with slices of roast pork and char siu (barbecued pork). A fork and spoon are visible on the left side of the plate. The plate has a green logo that says "CleanSolutions".
Chicken and Char Siu Rice
A plate of rice topped with sliced poached chicken, char siu (barbecued pork), and a dollop of chili sauce. Sliced cucumbers and a generous serving of minced garlic are on the side. The plate is on a teal tray, with blurred figures of people walking in the background.
Chicken Rice with Soup
A plate of chicken rice is served with sliced chicken, rice, cucumber slices, and a dollop of chili sauce. There are also several slices of tofu on the side. A bowl of soup is placed next to the plate. A yellow flyer with the text "I CAN ACT AGAINST SCAMS" is visible in the background. A circular sticker with the number "17" is on the green table.
Yan Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice Stall
A food stall sign displays images of chicken rice dishes and the stall's name, Yan Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice. Below the sign, a display case shows roasted chickens and other food items. A vendor is visible preparing food inside the stall. Various payment options and QR codes are displayed on the stall's exterior.
Forkful of Roasted Meat
A close-up shot shows a fork holding a piece of glistening, roasted meat, possibly chicken or duck. The meat appears tender and juicy, with some crispy skin. In the background, out-of-focus plates of food and a small dish of dipping sauce are visible, suggesting a meal setting. The lighting creates soft bokeh effects.
Food Delivery in Car Trunk
The image shows the trunk of a car filled with several red boxes of food, likely takeout. The boxes are branded with Chinese characters and a cartoon chicken logo. Some boxes have text indicating "SG boneless chicken rice" and "Zion riverside food center". There are also plastic bags containing other items. In the front seats of the car, two small pets are resting on cushions.
Hainanese Chicken Rice
A plate of sliced roasted chicken with crispy skin, served with a side of blanched bean sprouts and a bowl of soup. A small dish of chili sauce is also visible. The food is presented on a teal tray.
Roast Meats with Rice and Beer
A plate of rice topped with slices of roasted pork belly and char siu (barbecued pork). A bottle of Heineken beer and a glass of Chang beer are on the table, along with cutlery and a blue plastic bag. The setting appears to be outdoors, possibly a casual eatery or hawker stall, with trees and a fence in the background.
Food Boxes
Stacks of red food boxes with Chinese and English text, featuring cartoon chickens and coins. The text includes
Hainanese Chicken Rice
A plate of Hainanese chicken rice is served with sliced roasted chicken, a mound of rice shaped like a heart and topped with chili paste, a small bowl of dark soy sauce, a small bowl of chili sauce, a bowl of clear soup, and a side of blanched bean sprouts with fried shallots. The meal is presented on a teal tray with a red speckled surface. A table number '135' is visible on the tray.
Takeout Food Box
A red takeout box filled with various meats, including sliced chicken, roasted pork, and what appears to be char siu. There are also slices of cucumber and a hard-boiled egg cut in half. The box is open and placed on a surface with other items, including a plastic bag, a water bottle, and some red food containers with Chinese writing and a cartoon duck illustration.
Food court seating area
A wide shot of a food court with green tables and benches. Several stalls are visible in the background, with people ordering and eating. The stalls have various signs with food pictures and text.
Yan Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice Stall
A food stall with a large red banner displaying menu items and prices for Hainanese Chicken Rice, Roasted Chicken Rice, Roasted Pork Rice, and Char Siew Rice. A cartoon chicken character is featured on the banner. Below the banner, various roasted chickens and ducks are displayed. A menu board is visible with more detailed offerings. Signs indicate takeaway options and group meal reservations.
Food Stalls
A busy food stall area with multiple vendors. One stall, labeled "Yan Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice," displays images of chicken rice dishes. Another stall, "Shuang Yu Mixed Veg. Rice," shows various vegetable dishes with prices like $3.00 and $3.50. People are ordering and waiting for food. Tables and chairs are set up in front of the stalls.
Hainanese Chicken Rice
A plate of sliced poached chicken with tofu, a bowl of rice, a bowl of soup, and two dipping sauces.
Chicken Rice Takeaway Boxes
Several red takeaway boxes with a cartoon chicken logo and Chinese text are arranged on green tables. Some boxes are in white plastic bags. The text on the boxes appears to be related to chicken rice and includes opening hours and delivery information.
Chicken Rice
A plate of chicken rice with sliced chicken, rice, and cucumber slices, served with a small bowl of soup. A fork and spoon are placed on the side of the plate. A paper cup with text is visible in the background.
Hainanese Chicken Rice
A plate of sliced Hainanese chicken rice is served with a small dish of chili sauce and a green cup. In the background, a red Starbucks cup is visible on a red table. The setting appears to be a food court or casual dining area with blurred figures and lights in the distance.
Chicken Rice Meal
A plate of chicken rice with sliced chicken drizzled in sauce, served with a side of blanched greens, a small bowl of soup, and a dipping sauce. The meal is presented on a light blue tray with a red table surface visible in the background.
Chicken and Eggs
A close-up shot of a meal featuring pieces of cooked chicken and hard-boiled eggs. A chopstick is holding a piece of chicken, showing its texture and color. The meal appears to be served in a foil-lined container.
Food court with people queuing
A busy food court with several stalls and many people queuing for food. Tables and benches are set up for dining. Some stalls have menus displayed with pictures of food.
Roasted Chickens and Meats
A display of roasted chickens and other meats hanging from hooks, with a raw chicken also visible. The scene appears to be inside a food establishment, possibly a restaurant or market stall, with kitchen equipment and ingredients in the background. A red sign with Chinese characters and the word "NETS" is visible at the top.
Yan Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice Menu
A red menu board with yellow Chinese characters and English text advertising Yan Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice. It features images of chicken rice dishes and a cartoon chef chicken. Prices are listed for various chicken rice options.
Food Packages in Car Trunk
The trunk of a car is filled with numerous red boxes and red plastic bags, along with some white plastic bags. The red boxes appear to contain food items, with Chinese characters and some English text visible. One box has text that reads 'Zion riverside food center' and a mobile number. A decorative yellow tassel hangs from the trunk lid.
Roasted Meats Stall
A stall displaying roasted meats, including ducks and possibly pork, hanging behind a glass counter. A cash register is visible in the foreground. Various signs and decorations, including Chinese lanterns and a QR code for payment, are present.
Char Siu Rice
A plate of char siu rice with sliced cucumber, a small bowl of soup, and a dipping sauce. The plate has the text "CleanSolutions" printed on it. A spoon and fork are placed on the tray next to the plate.
Hainanese Chicken Rice Meal
A tray with a plate of Hainanese chicken rice, a side of stir-fried greens, a small bowl of soup, and a can of Coca-Cola Light. The chicken rice is topped with chili sauce and served with cucumber slices. The greens are garnished with fried shallots.
Yan Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice Stall
A food stall with a large illuminated sign displaying various chicken rice dishes. A person in a black shirt is working behind the counter. The stall appears to be busy with food preparation and service.
Car Trunk Filled with Food Bags
The image shows the back of a car trunk filled with numerous red plastic bags and red boxes. The boxes appear to contain food, with some text and images visible on them, including what looks like a cartoon chicken. There is also a large white plastic bag filled with more items in the foreground. The interior of the car, including the seats and dashboard, is visible through the open trunk. A decorative tassel hangs from the top of the trunk opening.
Hainanese Chicken Rice
A plate of sliced poached chicken served with rice, a side of stir-fried greens with fried shallots, a small bowl of soup, and two small dipping sauces (chili and ginger paste). The meal is presented on a light green tray. A table number '110' is visible in the upper right corner. A flyer with text and logos is partially visible on the right side of the tray.
Food container with chicken graphic
A red food container with a cartoon chicken wearing a chef's hat and holding a spatula. Text on the container reads "SG boneless hainanese chicken rice Order hotline 97778960". The container is on a wooden surface.
Yan Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice Stall
A food stall with a large illuminated sign displaying various chicken rice dishes and the stall's name, Yan Kee. Roasted and steamed chickens are hanging behind the counter. A customer is standing in front of the stall, facing away from the camera. There are stacks of plates and cooking equipment visible.
Food Stall with Customers
A busy food stall with a queue of customers. The stall features a menu board with pictures of food and Chinese characters. Green tables and benches are set up for diners. A sign on one of the tables reminds customers to wash their hands before eating.
Food Court Takeaway Bags
Two white plastic bags with red Chinese characters and a chicken logo are placed on a green table in a food court. In the background, people are seated at tables and ordering food from stalls. One stall has a "HALAL" sign.
Hainanese Chicken Rice and Char Siew Rice
A tray with two plates of rice dishes. One plate has sliced chicken and rice with chili sauce and ginger paste. The other plate has sliced char siu (barbecued pork) and crispy pork belly with rice and dark soy sauce. Both plates are served with a side of clear soup. A bottle of water is also on the tray.
Food Stall with Packed Boxes
A food stall with many red boxes stacked on tables. The stall has a sign with a cartoon chicken and text in Chinese and English that reads "Yan Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice". There are also pictures of food on the sign. In the background, there are closed shutters and other stalls.
Roasted Chickens
A display of several whole roasted chickens hanging from hooks in a window. The chickens are golden brown and appear to be freshly cooked.
Yan Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice Stall
A food stall with a large red sign displaying images of chicken rice dishes and the stall name "Yan Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice". The sign also features a cartoon chicken mascot. Below the sign, roasted chickens are hanging. People are queuing to order food. A menu board is visible on the right side of the stall.
Hawker Centre Food Stalls
A busy hawker centre with several food stalls and patrons. People are queuing and sitting at green tables. Illuminated signs display food items and prices. One sign reads 'Yan Kee Cantonese Chicken Rice'.
Chicken Rice Meal
A plate of chicken rice with sliced chicken, rice, chili sauce, and dark sauce, served with a bowl of soup and a cup of bubble tea on a teal tray. A table number '13' is visible on the tray.
Food Boxes at a Hawker Centre
Several red food boxes with Chinese and English text are arranged on a green table in what appears to be a hawker centre. The boxes have cartoon chicken illustrations and text that includes "SG boneless hainanese chicken rice". In the background, people are seated at tables and food stalls are visible.
Yan Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice Stall
A food stall with a large illuminated sign displaying menu items and the stall name "Yan Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice". The sign features cartoon images of chicken dishes and text in Chinese and English. Below the sign, the stall counter is visible with food preparation in progress and stacks of containers. A woman is standing at the counter, facing away from the camera.
Yan Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice Stall
A food stall with a large illuminated sign displaying various chicken rice dishes. The sign features images of the food, the stall's name
Yan Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice Stall
A food stall with a large illuminated sign displaying various chicken rice dishes and prices. Roasted chickens are hanging in the display window. The stall appears to be in an outdoor or semi-outdoor setting.
Food Boxes
A collection of red food boxes with yellow cartoon chickens and Chinese text, stacked on a table and inside plastic bags. Some boxes have English text that reads "DELICIOUS AND HEALTHY WE ARE SERIOUS". Other text indicates opening hours and delivery information.
Yan Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice Sign
A red sign with yellow text and a cartoon chicken chef. The sign reads "焱记 海南鸡饭 Yan Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice". Below the sign, there are lights and a display with coins and the word "NETS". A CDC Voucher sign is also visible.
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