Special Hainan Chicken Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Special Hainan Chicken, a culinary gem located at 699 Lewelling Blvd, San Leandro. This casual eatery specializes in Hainan cuisine, delivering delightful noodle dishes and the star attraction—the Signature Hainan Chicken. This tender chicken is served traditionally over a bed of fluffy rice, accompanied by seasonal vegetables and a rich broth. Each dish is handcrafted and bursting with flavor, with options like the recommended Special Hainan Chicken Combo, featuring thin rice noodles in original broth and roasted peanuts.
The menu caters to a variety of tastes with dishes ranging from braised pork knuckle to seafood combos, all crafted thoughtfully and presented beautifully. With options for brunch, lunch, or dinner, it's perfect for any occasion. Be sure to enjoy the friendly atmosphere, limited vegetarian options, and outdoor seating. Great food, good company, and an inviting environment await you at Special Hainan Chicken!
Handcrafted Noodle Soup Combo (all comes with corn spinach and green onion)
B00. Special Hainan Chicken Combo /
Recommended. Thin rice noodles in original broth, with quarter portion Hainan chicken with green onion sauce and roasted peanuts.
B01. Special Combo /
Recommended. Fish noodles in laksa broth, beef balls, succulent prawns, quail eggs and fried tofu.
B02. Pork Knuckle Combo /
Vermicelli noodles in Original broth with braised pork knuckle
B03. Braised Beef Brisket & Beef Tendons Noodle Combo /
Thin rice noodles in Original broth paired with slow-braised beef and tender beef tendons.
B04. Beef Combo /
Thin rice noodles in Original broth, robust beef brisket, tender tendons, honeycomb - tripe, and beef balls.
B05. Mixed House-Made Meatballs Combo /
Thin rice noodles in Original broth with an assortment of house-made meatballs including shrimp, fish, cuttlefish, beef, and pork, topped off with a pan-fried fish cake.
B06. Seafood Combo /
Thin rice noodles in Tom Yum broth with tomatos, seafood mix of shrimp, cuttlefish balls, squid tentacles, mussels, tomatoes, and shiitake mushrooms.
B07. Fish Combo
Fish fillet, tomato, corn, pan fried fish cake
B08. Supreme Fish Maw Chicken Combo /
C01. Signature Hainan Chicken over Rice /
Recommended. Tender Hainan chicken, served over a bed of fluffy rice, seasonal vegetables and Original broth.
C02. Chiu Chow Brined Free Range Duck Over Rice /
Recommended. Free-range duck, brined the Chiu Chow way, served over rice, seasonal vegetables and Original broth.
C03. Knife Cut Noodles w/ Spicy Sauce /
Handmade noodles cut with a knife, served with a zesty spicy sauce, seasonal vegetables and Original broth.
C04. Pork Knuckle Over Rice /
Recommended. Braised pork knuckle, served over a bed of freshly steamed rice, seasonal vegetables and Original broth.
C05. Braised Beef Brisket & Beef Tendons Over Rice /
Slow-cooked beef brisket and tendons, served over steamed rice, seasonal vegetables and Original broth.
C06. Brined Ground Pork Over Rice /
Ground pork, brined and seasoned, served over fluffy white rice, woodear mushroom, smashed cucumber and Original broth.
R01. Signature Hainan Chicken (Whole) /
Recommended. Full portion of our tender Hainan chicken.
R01. Signature Hainan Chicken (Half) /
Recommended. Half portion of our delicious Hainan chicken.
R01. Signature Hainan Chicken (Quarter) /
Recommended. Quarter portion of our signature Hainan chicken.
R02. Chiu Chow Brined Free Range Duck (Whole) /
Recommended. Full portion of our free-range duck, brined the Chiu Chow way.
R02. Chiu Chow Brined Free Range Duck (Half) /
Recommended. Half portion of our free-range duck, brined to perfection.
R02. Chiu Chow Brined Free Range Duck (Quarter) /
Recommended. Quarter portion of our Chiu Chow brined free-range duck.
Chefs Recommendation
Chiu Chow Appetizer
A01. Brined Tofu /
Tofu, brined with traditional Chinese spices.
A02. Brined Pork Intestines /
Pork intestines, brined with classic Asian flavors.
A03. Five-Spices Beef Tripe /
Recommended. Beef tripe, flavored with five traditional Chinese spices.
A04. Braised Beef Stews & Beef Tendons /
Slow-cooked beef and tendons, enhanced with classic spices.
A05. Braised Pork Knuckle /
Pork knuckle, braised with traditional seasonings.
A06 Salty Shredded Chicken /
A07. Chiu Chow Deep Fried Shrimp Balls /
Recommended. Shrimp balls, deep-fried and flavored the Chiu Chow way.
A08. Pan-Fried Fish Cake /
Fish cake, pan-fried with traditional spices.
A09. Pan-Fried Shrimp Cake
A10. Pan-Fried Dumpling /
Dumplings, pan-fried with a hint of traditional spices.
A11. Salt & Pepper Chicken Cartilage /
Chicken cartilage, seasoned with salt and pepper.
A12. Salt & Pepper Calamari Tentacles /
Calamari tentacles, seasoned with salt and pepper.
A13. Salt & Pepper Capelin /
Capelin fish, enhanced with traditional Chinese seasonings.
A14. Fried Stuffed Octopus Balls
A15. Choy Sum in Supreme Broth /
Nutrient-rich Choy Sum immersed in a deliciously savory broth.
A16. Broccoli with Oyster Sauce
A17. Frozen Beef Meatballs
A18. Frozen Pork Meatballs
Seasoned Smashed Cucumber Salad /
Refreshing salad with the perfect balance of flavors
Seasoned Wood Ear Mushroom Salad /
Unique and flavorful, a true adventure for your taste buds.
Deep Fried Peanuts /
Crunchy, savory snack that's simply irresistible.
Oil Rice /
A flavorful twist on the classic, for a rich, satisfying side.
Steamed White Rice /
The humble, versatile accompaniment to any meal.
Thai Iced Tea /
Sweet, creamy blend with a hint of exotic spices.
Honey Citron Tea (Iced) /
Soothing, sweet citrus infusion.
Plum Soda (Iced) /
Fizzy refreshment with a tangy twist of plum.
Lemon Tea (Hot) /
Hot, zesty blend for a comforting experience.
Lemon Honey (Hot) /
Tangy-sweet, warm beverage to soothe your soul.
Soft Drinks
Classic lemon-lime soda, light and refreshing
D05. Lemon Coke (Hot) /
Unique fusion of tangy citrus and warm cola.