Khao Man Kai
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Khao Man Kai is a casual Thai chicken rice spot on George Street in Haymarket. It is a relaxed place, and visitors say it fills up at busy times, with tables both inside and out. Meals typically cost $20β40. The chicken rice and the salmon and prawn rice bowl are its strengths. Belmore Park is a three-minute walk away.
Cuisine at Khao Man Kai
Food at Khao Man Kai
Khao Man Kai serves Thai rice dishes and noodles. The chicken rice comes steamed, grilled or crispy, and the Giant Khao Man Kai combines all three with chilli dipping sauces, two bowls of rice and soup. Regulars also order the salmon and prawn rice bowl, served with a green chilli sauce. Papaya salad and egg noodles with crispy pork are also on the menu.
What to order: Salmon and prawn rice bowl Β· Chicken rice, steamed and crispy
Drinks at Khao Man Kai
One diner ordered the Thai milk tea with less sugar and found the sweetness just right. It is one of the drinks mentioned alongside the rice dishes.
The Giant Khao Man Kai
The Giant Khao Man Kai is the big chicken rice plate. It comes with three kinds of chicken, steamed, grilled and fried, and each piece has its own chilli dipping sauce. The rice is cooked in chicken stock, and a bowl of soup comes with it. One diner found the steamed chicken plain but said the grilled and fried pieces were good on their own or with the chilli sauce.
What customers say about Khao Man Kai
- π¬Regulars praise the salmon and prawn rice bowl.
- π¬Chicken rice is praised for its sauce and fragrant garlic rice.
- π¬Seats fill up at busy times, indoors and out.
- π¬Steamed chicken can taste plain or a little dry.
Tips for visiting Khao Man Kai
- βBook ahead or come early, as seats fill up at busy times.
- βEach chicken type comes with its own chilli dipping sauce, which helps the steamed chicken.
- βTry the Giant Khao Man Kai if you want all three chicken styles on one plate.
Getting to Khao Man Kai
Khao Man Kai is at 804 George Street, Haymarket NSW 2000. Parking is listed as available. Belmore Park is a short walk away.
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FAQ about Khao Man Kai
What cuisine does Khao Man Kai serve?
Khao Man Kai serves Thai food, with chicken rice as the main dish. Rice bowls and noodle dishes are also on the menu.
What should I order at Khao Man Kai?
Regulars order the salmon and prawn rice bowl and the chicken rice, which comes steamed, grilled or crispy.
Where is Khao Man Kai?
It is at 804 George Street in Haymarket, Sydney, a short walk from Belmore Park.