Heng Heng Chicken Rice Review: The Zaab Fried Pork Is the Best Order | Eater LA

"Located on a busy strip of Hollywood Boulevard in Thai Town, this unfussy, diner-like spot is known for Thai-style poached chicken and rice paired with a zippy garlic sauce, with specials taped to the walls and mismatched chairs. The simple menu—variations of chicken, pork, and fish with rice or noodles and a selection of appetizers—packs an amazing depth of flavor. First-timers should try the Hainan chicken and rice that put the place on the map: a comforting plate with a simple side of radish soup sprinkled with white pepper; the white meat is juicy, while the dark meat packs even more flavor (you can also opt for both). Despite the name, the zaab fried pork is the most memorable dish, inspired by a popular fried chicken at KFCs in Thailand—streaked with fat and coated in a crunchy rice flour batter, bright with lime juice and nutty from toasted rice powder, freshened by sliced shallots, green onions, and cilantro; there’s also an excellent fried chicken version. Garlic sauce is available on every table, and it’s worth requesting a side of the pork belly dipping sauce—Thai chiles with lime juice and fish sauce—for a welcomed punch. Best for a casual solo lunch or a chill and affordable dinner with friends, with the added perk of free parking in the motel lot next door (grab a dashboard pass from the restaurant)." - Kat Thompson