REVIEW: Good Hainanese Chicken Rice in Penang: Goh Thew Chik Hainan Chicken Rice 伍秀澤正宗海南雞飯 in Penang, Malaysia

Checking out Goh Thew Chik Hainan Chicken Rice 伍秀澤正宗海南雞飯 which is recognized with a Michelin bib gourmand. They have been around for more than 12 years or could have been more. Their exact year of operations wasn't stated anywhere. It was a busy afternoon and it was hard to get a table. 

Address: 340, Chulia St, Georgetown, 10200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia

Opening Hours: Mon - Tues, Thurs - Sun 10.30am - 5pm

Wednesday 10am - 2pm

Eager to experience both varieties of chicken, we opted for both the Hainanese-style poached chicken and the roast chicken, served in halved portions. The chicken was drizzled in a soy sauce blend with green onion as garnish. The fragrant, well-separated rice was just right in terms of oiliness. While the chicken was mostly tender and flavorful, some parts were not as tender. In my opinion, the chili lacked spiciness but offered a delightful sweetness and garlicky undertones, making it the perfect accompaniment to my meal.