Established Singaporean culinary institution, Loy Kee Best Chicken Rice (文東記), widely celebrated as the city-state’s foremost purveyor of Hainanese Chicken Rice, has officially inaugurated its first Hong Kong branch in Causeway Bay. With a heritage spanning over four decades and an endorsement from the prestigious Michelin Guide for its signature poached chicken, the opening on Tang Lung Street brings authentic Singaporean cuisine—especially its famed Silky White Chicken—to the discerning Hong Kong palate, complete with introductory promotional offers.
Loy Kee traces its origins back to 1979 as a humble hawker stall in Chinatown (Chinatown) before establishing its first full restaurant on Balestier Road in 1983. Known across Singapore as a national culinary icon, the brand has successfully expanded to eight outlets locally. The new Hong Kong location, situated at Shop 4, G/F, V POINT, 18 Tang Lung Street, is poised to replicate its time-tested success by focusing on traditional preparation methods and signature side dishes.
The Signature Hainanese Chicken Rice Experience
The undisputed highlight is the Poached White Chicken, revered for its exceptional tenderness and smooth texture. Diners are encouraged to pair the succulent meat with Loy Kee’s proprietary collection of house-made sauces. These include a bright, piquant chili sauce for those seeking a spicy kick, a classic dark soy sauce that deepens the chicken’s flavor and serves as a rich topping for rice, and freshly grated ginger purée that enhances the natural sweetness and freshness of the fowl.
Complementing the chicken is the fragrant Chicken Oil Rice (or “Oily Rice”). Expertly crafted using premium Thai jasmine rice, the grains are cooked directly in a savory chicken broth, resulting in a rich, non-greasy flavour and a perfectly separated, chewy texture that captures the dish’s essence.
Beyond the centerpiece, Loy Kee offers an array of meticulously prepared Singaporean classics and snacks worth exploring:
- Crispy Tofu: A must-try side dish, featuring a delicate, thin outer crust that yields to an ultra-smooth, soft interior.
- Prawn Toast: A delightful, crunchy appetizer, presenting a crisp, golden-fried texture with a savoury, springy prawn paste filling, offering a nod to classic Hong Kong-style British afternoon tea staples.
- Sweet and Sour Pork (咕嚕肉): Recognized for its perfectly balanced sweet and tart glaze that is exceptionally appetizing.
For those dining in the evening, the restaurant offers a set dinner package for two at HK$298, which includes two bowls of fragrant oily rice, a choice between Sambal Kangkong or six pieces of Crispy Tofu, and the Sweet and Sour Pork. Guests may opt to substitute the spice-forward Sambal Kangkong for Garlic Fried Kangkong if preferred.
Loy Kee is also currently running an opening promotion, offering its lunch set meal for single patrons at any time of day for takeout orders until further notice. The beverage menu rounds out the experience with refreshing traditional drinks such as Red Date Longan Tea, Cold Brew Osmanthus Oolong Tea, Hand-pounded Lemon Tea, and Homemade Barley Water.
Dining Details and Hours
Loy Kee Best Chicken Rice is located at Shop 4, G/F, V POINT, 18 Tang Lung Street, Causeway Bay. The restaurant operates daily from 11:30 am to 10:00 pm. The arrival of this venerable Singaporean brand underscores Causeway Bay’s continuing status as a dynamic hub for international culinary imports, giving Hong Kong diners access to one of Southeast Asia’s most celebrated Hainanese chicken rice recipes without leaving the city.