What Da Chick — Restaurant in Watertown

This much deserved review came after a short culinary interchange that took place in the professional kitchen. It is quite common during the breakdown of ingredients that either the FOH or BOH would make comments or questions in relation to what is being prepared at the moment. In this case, I was working with braised lamb when one of my favorite servers stopped by and asked what I was working with at the moment. Unsurprisingly, they can't tell if I was working with beef or lamb or whatever red-meat as they only have the menu to decipher from. However, I always do the same thing - remind them to smell the "scent" - even if their noses have not been trained or genetically predisposed to do so.

"Chef, what meat would you choose to eat for the rest of your life if that's the only option." (Says beloved server after professing absolute love to lamb upon realizing it was what I was working on).

"Chicken, always chicken. I can eat chicken forever because it's the best protein to handle an endless amount of cooking styles, clean in flavour (not overwhelming like salmon or game meats), and simply versatile."

His look was one of those types of Eureka moments. Like a lightbulb went off and he wanted more of what I had to say (BOH win moment). But it was this interchange that sparked it all and led to this review.

I've been here quite a bit in person and takeout. It should be no surprise as I've always been obsessed with Hainanese Chicken Rice and every derivative of it - including Khao Man Gai. BUT what makes this place really special like all true Thai places is the heart of preparation...and here, the crispy chicken stands out, the sauces are thick and embedded with strong flavours, and the Thai service with the genuineness of familiarity that (pretty much only in Southeast Asia) treats you like a king/queen.

Poached Chicken. Yes. Roast Chicken. Yes. Crispy Chicken. Yes. Spicy Crispy Chicken. Yes. Sauces. F* yes. Soup. Yes, yes, please give me some more and yes.

I would recommend this spot to anyone who respects and consumes the bird. It is the one most overlooked protein but when prepared right, demands respect. Chicken is king and I'm daring enough to say that because of the 100 day test (eat it straight for 100 days and see if you like it that much, which I did in Singapore during one particular 3.5 month visit). And here in Boston, I've found my favorite chicken spot and it's got me to say "What Da Chick", what's up and what's hot and ready?

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Found this place from an Instagram post. Decided to give it a try. The menu is simple and the focus is on chicken. I love going to restaurants where they focus on one thing since with a smaller menu.

Got the crispy chicken rice and roasted chicken rice with thai iced team. The chicken came nicely cooked. Rice was seasoned with ginger. Not too strong and not oily at all and complemented the chicken well.

Came with a side of daikon soup. Not gonna lie, the soup made the meal a 10/10. Without the soup, the meal is a 8/10. It's a simple soup, but it had so much flavor and a slight bitterness from the daikon, but it was really good and helped to wash down the chicken and rice.

Thai iced tea was solid. Most places make the thai iced tea too sweet. This one was sweet enough and you could taste more of the thai tea.

The waitress/server was very nice, especially with all the orders they are trying to get out with the limited crew they have.

Also not to mention, $13 for the chicken rice and $3.50 for the thai ice tea is a steal with most places charging WAY MORE for food that tastes awful.

Give this place a try. They don't have the most seating since it is a small place, but whether you eat it there or at home, the taste won't...

A Thai Delight Worth the Wait

This restaurant offers an enticing Thai culinary experience, especially notable for its signature Chicken Rice. You're spoilt for choice with the option of tender, steamed chicken or the sinfully good, crispy fried chicken - or, better yet, a combination of both on one plate. The dinner menu featured a salad and a daikon soup. The flavors of these dishes were deep and delightful, offering a warm, gentle taste that truly satisfied the palate.

The fried chicken bone deserves special mention, a delectable addition seasoned with what seems to be an original blend of spices, resulting in an irresistible finger-licking flavor that makes the dish even more memorable.

However, be prepared for a bit of a wait during peak dinner hours, specifically around 6-7 pm. While it's a testament to the popularity of the place, the delay could be off-putting for some. Despite this, the sublime flavors and quality of the food more than make up for it.

I can't wait to return and explore the other offerings on their menu. This place offers a taste of Thai that will surely leave you...