Chic Now Hainan Chicken Rice — Restaurant in Irvine

I visited OC during summer break, I already miss chic now hainan chicken. The chicken itself was perfectly cooked, with tender, juicy meat that practically melted in my mouth. Each bite was a harmonious blend of textures, from the smoothness of the chicken skin to the tenderness of the meat. The accompanying sauces, particularly the ginger and chili, added an extra layer of zing to the dish, perfectly complementing the natural flavors of the chicken. Packing it’s great! The containers they used, it’s a little bit hard to open but I can tell it’s very high quality. Not those cheap one that easy to break. Overall I can’t wait to go back for their...

Hainan Chicken rice is all about subtle and balanced flavor and texture and this little takeout spot hits the right notes. It doesn't look like much, just steamed chicken on a bed of rice, but the taste is very comforting and it's easy to eat. Get it with the skin on!

My favorite sauce is the garlic sauce, and the chicken soup that comes with the Signature combo is delicious and complementary to the chicken rice.

My only warning is that it cools off quickly in the wide takeaway containers, so don't order too far ahead of time and...

I stumbled upon Chic Now Hainan Chicken Rice on a busy afternoon, and it turned out to be the highlight of my day. The first bite instantly reminded me of the chicken rice I had in Singapore — tender chicken, fragrant rice, and that magical trio of sauces. It’s comfort food that feels both nostalgic and refreshing. Chic Now isn’t just a quick meal spot, it’s the kind of place you want to bring friends back to and say, “You have to...