Chatterbox, Singapore

This is one of the best places to find Hainanese chicken rice, a local favourite. In fact, the dish is the star attraction here. Unfortunately, the ambience is not quite as impressive--the Chinese porcelain decorations and the furniture serving more form than function. The chicken is firm; the rice fragrant while the ground chilli sauce with ginger provides the finishing touch. Other local favourites include the nasi lemak with its fragrant coconut milk rice and fresh sambal chilli, laksa, and Ipoh hor fun. Burgers, sandwiches and salads are also available. The wine list presents the normal fare.