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    Chicken Meets Rice

    4.3 (373 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    Kathleen W.

    Amazing~ I have been a major lover of hainan chicken as that's the staple my parents have cooked for me throughout my childhood. Although nothing can beat my parents cooking, this place comes close to it. I ordered the 8 soy garlic fried wings and a bowl of the half hainan chicken and half grilled chicken with chicken rice. Chicken wings were decent. I felt the chicken was a little overcooked and batter was ok. The hainan chicken was made very well and the ginger and scallion sauce were perfection. The grilled chicken with the thai sauce was amazing. The chicken rice is so packed of love and soul. I felt rejuvenated for the rest of the day after! I heard from many friends that their coffee meets tea, and the other flavored teas they have are delicious too so I will try those next time.

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    Annie K.

    Omg the wait was long bc it was a busy Friday but meal was the best i ever had! The chicken so soft even the white pieces are good tho the dark is even softer/more flavorful. I love the ginger scallion oil and i got the brown looking sauce this time and it was pretty good. Friend said the grilled chicken was good and enjoyed it as well. Love the salad dressing and fresh greens and overall just chef's kiss. Got the coffee meets thai and it's so good. Recommend!

    LeeLee C.

    Unlike the one on Tasman Drive, this one is a small store inside EatUp which is next to Ranch 99 on de Anza Blvd. Most customers use take out service but there's a common seating areas if you want to eat there. The food is always packed as take out with a brown paper bag. You order via a kiosk and you can use the loyalty rewards before checking out to reduce payment. They have improved the menu. I hated the pickled carrots and I don't seem to get them anymore. Love the chicken broth and the chicken rice as always. My go to bento which is also the cheapest is Hainan chicken of dark meat with no skin. Most workers there are busy assembling bento, but someone can always answer your questions. They have a screen showing the orders that are ready and the ones in process, I love this clear and efficient setup. Join their loyalty program, it's worth it!

    Alan S.

    A solid four star meal because I would say everywhere you go in Cupertino. It's gonna be pretty expensive but one of the things that's the most surprising I would say is the fact that they have something like this chicken rice that has been a popular staple in Hawker stalls and Singapore and other places that you finally get a franchise that they bring down here. Did it taste the same as those famous chicken rice places not really but it did have a good taste a little bit more saltier than what I would expect but overall I would say hey this is a great spot to catch a quick meal about 18 bucks I would say for one plate I will say on a weekend service took about 18 minutes just to get my plate so expect to wait .

    Hainan Chicken Box (GF), Crispy Wings (8 pcs)
    Anna H.

    The wings were sooo crispy and piping hot. The Hainan chicken was a teensy bit dry but the rice was savory without being too strong. Bring the extra sauce home for your own meal! There's plenty of seating inside of the food court for parties of all sizes.

    Danster L.

    I was looking for a place to eat at on Christmas eve and went to several Asian restaurants and they were all closed during dinner time. My friend and I took a chance and drove to Chicken Meets Rice at the Ranch 99 food hall and luckily they were open. I have gone to CMR many times but the last time, I was disappointed because they changed the crispy chicken to some small pieces similar to popcorn chicken and it was not the same. You can see my previous photos and my photo from last night and you can totally see the difference. I didn't go back for several months until last night. Thank goodness they listened to their customers and the crispy chicken is back to the original recipe. My favorite sauces are the ginger scallion oil and the Singapore soy. Both sauces are great on the rice and chicken. The chicken rice is fluffy and has great flavor and to cap off the meal, the chicken broth. Ordering is easy on the kiosk and there's plenty of seating in the food hall. Thanks CMR for listening to your customers because the food is what will keep us coming back.

    Hainan Chicken Box (left) and Fried Chicken (Cutlet) Box (right). Even my dog gets some!
    Rita A.

    + Food: I got one Hainan Chicken Box with extra meat and soya egg, and one crispy Fried Chicken (Cutlet) Box. They were both delicious. The egg was perfectly medium boiled. My favorite sauce is the ginger scallion. Singapore Chili sauce has a great kick! + Service: I ordered at the terminal and received my order in about 20 minutes. A little slow for a Friday afternoon at 3PM, but it was worth the wait. + Ambiance: The Eat Up food court has plenty of dining choices and available seating for a casual meal. CMR always hits the spot. Just like Hainanese chicken rice in Singapore, but without the 17-hour flight. Tip for pawrents: You can share hainan chicken (without any of the sauces) with your dog.

    Grilled Chicken Box (GF)
    Danica L.

    Fast food but make it healthy. I'm obsessed with this spot - simple whole natural meals of chicken, rice, and some veggies. Add a little bit of sauce and really, it can't get any better. Highly recommend their grilled chicken with rice and pair it with whatever sauce you desire. Chicken is juicy and marinated and never dry. Delicious every single time. Note this location is part of a food court area so more of a casual dining spot but the food is still stellar. Chefs kiss!!!

    Alan N.

    Chicken Meets Rice in Cupertino is a gem hidden at the back of the food court near Ranch 99. This spot is a bit unconventional since there's no cashier--just a touchscreen ordering system. You can even order ahead on their website if you want to skip the wait, which is handy because it gets really busy during dinner with all the pickup orders. The ordering process is straightforward: choose your chicken style (Hainan, grilled, or fried), type of rice (chicken rice, brown rice, or lettuce), and they throw in a comforting side of warm chicken broth. No matter what combo you pick, the flavors are delicious and satisfying. Plenty of seating is available in the food court, so you can sit back and enjoy your meal. Highly recommended for a quick and tasty meal!

    C J.

    Looks good and taste great ,my kids like it so much , basically it's not traditional one ,but in Bay Area it's still can gets 8.5 out of 10 !

    Hainan Chicken Box (GF)
    Marge C.

    I always have a regular craving for Hainan Chicken ever since I tried it from their menu. Poached chicken, yes! And they have tasty sauces to add flavor to the chicken. Just writing about it, gives me cravings. I always get the dark meat with skin (it's poached anyways, still healthier!) For the sauce, you get to choose 2, and I like the Thai Ginger and the Ginger Scallion. I pair it with their chicken rice, plus add that pickled vegetable included in the plate and you have a simple but tasty meal! They can get busy on weekdays lunch hour, so I order ahead for pick up. There are tables in that food court and you can dine there. I like the ambiance because it's relaxed. Sometimes you just want to focus on the food. Back to basics. Can't wait for my next chance to get lunch there!

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    Simply like the chicken rice. Quite authentic compared with original Malaysia style chicken rice.

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    It's so good . Ordered online and got my regular hainan chicken dark meat , chicken rice , salad .

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    While the experience wasn't flawless, both the service and the food were truly impressive and made for a great visit!

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    Great food. Hainan chicken is on point and the broth was amazing: Been back a few times -- it's consistently good!

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    Starbird Chicken

    4.2(103 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$
    Healthy dining
    Gluten-free friendly

    Our family loves Starbird and we're happy one opened nearby our house…read more Everything is consistently good here. You order at the kiosk or app and pick up at the counter. The app offers a discount on your second order. I won one of the company raffles and invited my team out to lunch and everyone was happy with the feast they provided us.

    Never heard of this place but it came up in a search for "quick healthy lunch". Turns out, some…read morefolks from church frequent this place and were there. Apparently keeping secrets! The menu is extensive but I quickly settled on the salad bowl with spicy chicken. Didn't take long and my name was called and my to-go order was bagged and on the counter. Not being a rookie at this, I checked for utensils and napkins (to go, you know!). Bummer - a miss on both counts. Napkins - easy. Fork/spork/chop sticks - not so. I had to spin around a few times like a dog show pup before determining there are none available to the public. Like a restroom in the middle of nowhere, you have to ask. But - there's no one to ask. They're all busy putting together the next hot orders. Fortunately, someone else had food ordered so I grabbed someone's attention and quickly got my utensil. I waved at my friends and out the door I went. The salad was amazing. Loved the crispy chicken, veggies, and nicely balanced amount of dressing. And the portions - plenty! I made two meals out of it and wasn't disappointed. I'll be back.

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    Starbird Chicken

    3.8(1k reviews)
    4.2 mi
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    Healthy dining
    Gluten-free friendly

    It was now Winter in the Bay Area, and this particular late afternoon (05JAN2026) it was ¡WET!…read more I had stowed our HPVs (her upright and my "FrankenBike") under a stout tarp and we were motoring from our most favorite #1 grandchildren in the pouring rain (I even put the wipers on low) when I felt the hankering for chicken. A week before, I had cycled to this eatery and found it full of customers enjoying, to my surprise, cooked chicken. I didn't have time to queue up for a meal, but resolved to return in the future. It was in this downpour that seemed a good thing to do--the torrential weather would reduce the wait time. Parking in the small lot was good--plenty of open spaces. I (gimp)walked up the ramp and entered the nearly vacant super clean space, pleased to not be in a queue. Sure enough, I was the only person inside other than the cashier & chef. Now my concern was deciding upon the specific dish; finally choosing the Starbird 2.0 sandwich only--not the meal that included fries and a drink. The pleasant cashier quickly had my selection bagged and ready to go, and my credit card completed the transaction. After collecting numerous napkins, I returned to our (motor)vehicle and my much better half, who had patiently waited for me. Once back at our apartment, I finally got a look at my purchase. It was exactly as promised, crispy chicken slices between two buns, along with a small pile of veggies & sauce. I devoured it rather quickly, washing it all down with iced 0% milk. ¿Maybe I should have gotten the meal; I could've eaten more of the delicious food! Anyway, I was glad to have had my first ever experience with this lovely chicken eatery on this drizzling late afternoon, and look forward to returning in the future. It has my coveted "iWheel of Approval!"

    I love chicken sandwiches and I wanted to try their classic chicken sandwich :)…read more The sandwich was surprisingly really TASTY!! They put a massive tender into the sandwich with fresh tomatoes and a slaw with a really good dressing. To be honest, the dressing was the best part of the slaw, and it carried a lot of the flavor in the sandwich. The chicken was juicy, tender, and crispy!! I really enjoyed it! You can order on their mobile kiosks to the side, and they will ask you for your phone number to let you know when the order is ready. The seating area was both indoors and outdoors. I would imagine it would be nice in the summer when it is much warmer to sit outside!

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    Hey Chicken

    Hey Chicken

    3.3(59 reviews)
    1.4 mi

    overall: 3.5/5 hey…read morechicken burger: 4/5 good but wish it came w sauce and a whole piece of lettuce rather than shredded lettuce wings: 4/5, crispy and good flavor but a bit small the doc in points is just due to how long it takes + if you order online there is a " convenience fee" which is ridiculous. as it is in Main Street, parking here is tough and would recommend parking in a garage.

    Hey Chicken is not the place to go if you're expecting fast food. It took 20+ min on average for us…read moreto get our food. However, my fiance and I typically order their whole fried chicken to share. We've only been here twice, but both times, we were surprised by how JUICY the chicken were. We ate the chicken while it was fresh, aka it was HOT to touch, but it tastes amazing. If you're craving good fried chicken with a good amount of meat inside, hey chicken is the place to go. The bun for the sandwich/lettuce/etc was basic, but the chicken itself is why you're there. The breading on the fried chicken was just right for me - no too thick/ not too doughy/ does not scrap my mouth. If you like spicy, don't skimp out on their powder- it's amazing. I didn't really taste the spicy on our chicken (still flavorful), so the additional powder was definitely needed. Oh - don't expect service either - it's kinda rare to catch someone by the front. They do have a bell for you to ring for someone though.

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