Chicken Rice is a staple of Ipoh, even sometimes having it referred to as Ipoh Chicken Rice. Meticulous efforts are put into preparing this simple, yet popular dish of poached chicken and rice, giving the flesh a unique smooth texture accompanied by the subtle, natural flavour of chicken enhanced by a light soy sauce. It's not surprising to hear of daytrips from the country's capital to this city purely seeking out good local fare. So, rather than waste your efforts traversing long distances only to sulk on dissatisfaction, check out our list of the best recommended chicken rice in Ipoh that will surely make your trip a rewarding one.

1. Huat Chicken


 Ipoh is known for its chicken rice abound- dazzling taste buds with juicy, tender, and smooth chicken. Cue Huat Chicken, where "Huat" means silky smooth; a portrayal of their chicken. There are two types of chicken to take note of here, a "Huat", succulent chicken and their cold chicken; an innovation that will give you a more refreshing take towards the dish. Also, a cool note to take note of is that the gelatin between the meat and skin is the soup the chicken is boiled in; giving your palate a bursting, savoury flavour. 

 No. 4, Jalan Medan Ipoh 1C, Medan Ipoh Bistari, 31400, Ipoh, Perak
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PRICE
RM5.00 to RM20.00

2. Lou Wong


Lou Wong is probably one of the most famous chicken rice restaurants around. The silky smooth chicken served here will have you marvelling at the traditional Chinese method of preparing poached poultry. Representing one of Ipoh’s most famous foods, the dish is accompanied with a side of crunchy and delicious bean sprouts and fragrant rice.


49, Jalan Yau Tet Shin, 30000, Ipoh, Perak
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PRICE
RM6.00 to RM15.00

3. Onn Kee

Tender poached chicken, crunchy bean sprouts, and pork meatballs in a bowl of soup - this is what you will get at Onn Kee; a chicken rice haven and tourist spot. Both locals and non-locals tend to flock to this popular shop for their utmost tender and soft poached chicken which is the key to creating an amazing chicken rice dish.
51, Jalan Yau Tet Sin, 30300, Ipoh, Perak
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PRICE
RM6.00 to RM12.00

4. Cowan Street

Cowan Street comes off as another contender to the more heavily crowded places in town. This little shop has a reputation for random opening hours, but that doesn’t stop anyone from going after their irresistible chicken rice. The chickens are only poached after each batch has run out, so you can be assured of only fresh and tender chicken on your plate. Pair that with a side of blanched bean sprouts and you’ll be having one of Ipoh’s most delicious meals.
44, Jalan Raja Ekram, 30450, Ipoh, Perak
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PRICE
RM4.00 to RM12.00

5. Restoran Ayam Tauke (Buntong)

This house-turned-restaurant has garnered quite the reputation among the locals for their Bean Sprout Chicken Rice. The chicken rice here is not one to be overlooked, for it is actually much preferred by the locals compared to the commercially available ones. The chicken here is so amazing that it is eaten with almost anything on the menu. Try it with their smooth and slippery Hor Fun (rice noodles) for a change.
No. 849, Jalan Guntong, Buntong, 30100, Ipoh, Perak
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PRICE
RM5.00 to RM15.00