Recent social media posts
01/10/2026
“The rice is the glory.”
Eat Lit Food , we’re with you. 😂🍚
We’ve always believed the rice deserves its own bit of attention, so hearing someone get this passionate about it made us feel very seen.
Looks like we’ve found our people. 😂
Thank you for fighting the good fight for the rice.
We’ll happily let the chicken share the spotlight. 🍚💛
23/09/2026
We’ll be closed this Grand Final Friday, 25 Sept 🏉
The whole G*i Wong crew is taking the day off for a bit of footy, good food and some well-earned family time.
Back open Saturday, 26 Sept, ready to feed you again.
Enjoy the footy, legends. 💛
15/09/2026
New followers? Wah, so many of you suddenly! 😂
So UncleLip thought he’d give you a little tour of G*i Wong.
Come inside, have a look around and meet some of the things that make this little place ours.
Yes, even the cutlery has a story.
And those melamine plates? Very carefully chosen because they take longer to heat up, which means our team is less likely to burn themselves while serving you. 🔥
Because when you run a small restaurant, you think about everything. Even the plates. 😏
And of course, there’s the food.
Our Hainanese chicken rice, roast pork, BBQ pork, fried chicken wings and the other favourites that have kept you coming back since day one.
So if you’re new around here, welcome.
And if you’ve been with us for a while, thank you for being part of the G*i Wong family and part of UncleLip’s journey. 💛
Location: Shop 1/5-17 Flemington Rd, North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia
14/09/2026
30 seconds to plate a chicken rice.
Is UncleLip trying to beat a world record? Not quite. He’s just making sure your food gets to you before you get too hungry. 😂
Because at home, making chicken rice is a whole production.
Poach the chicken, cook the rice, make the sauces, chop everything up… and suddenly, half your day is gone. 😅
So why not leave it to UncleLip?
This is the chicken rice that landed at #1 on Broadsheet’s Most Popular Recipes of 2026 so far.
Fast to plate, even better to eat. 😏
13/09/2026
UncleLip doesn’t like to make things easy.
So naturally, when it came to curry mee, he decided we needed TWO versions. 😂
🍗 One with his marinated fried chicken
🐔 One with his OG Hainanese chicken
But truth be told, there’s actually a very simple reason for this.
He wanted the OG.
His wife wanted the fried chicken.
And like every good husband knows…
Happy wife, happy life. 😏
So now you get the best of both worlds.
Two curry mees, two chicken choices, and finally, a little more choice for everyone. 😂💛
Because apparently, making your wife happy means making more curry mee.
06/09/2026
At G*i Wong, we’re family.
And like any family, everyone chips in.
UncleLip might be the chef, but he’s also the electrician, plumber, handyman, cleaner… basically the Pau Ka Liao when something needs fixing. 😂
That’s the reality of running a small business. You wear every hat, you learn as you go, and you do whatever needs to be done.
But the most important thing is the people you do it with.
Our team has become family, and family is something UncleLip never wants to take for granted.
That’s why we close every Sunday.
We want our team to have time for the people they love, their own families and loved ones, and also time to spend with God and attend church.
When UncleLip was working in the hotel and café industry, he never had the luxury of time with his own loved ones or the opportunity to regularly spend time with God and be part of church. It’s something he wishes he could have had, and something he now wants his team to have.
Because there will always be another plate of chicken rice to make on Monday.
But time with the people you love, and time with God, are things you can’t get back. 💛
01/09/2026
A little advice from UncleLip: bring a friend. 😂
Because when you’re faced with two versions of Kari Ini Lah, sharing is the only sensible solution.
🍗 Special marinated fried chicken
or
🐓 Our OG Hainanese chicken
Order one each, share…. and everybody wins. 💛
Kari Ini Lah is UncleLip’s Spring Special, available lfor a limited time only.
And if your friend isn’t free…
Well, UncleLip says you can always order both for yourself. 😏
No judgement here.
30/08/2026
Apparently, when you own your own restaurant, you can finally cook whatever you want. 😏
So UncleLip wanted curry mee.
And because he couldn’t decide on the chicken… you get TWO protein options. 😂
Introducing…. 🍜 Kari Ini Lah
UncleLip’s 🌸 Spring special.
Choose your chicken:
🍗 Special marinated fried chicken:
For that satisfying crunch and extra flavour.
🐓 Our OG Hainanese chicken:
For its silky texture that complements the curry perfectly.
One curry mee.
Two ways to have it.
Launching tomorrow Monday, 31 August.
And yes, UncleLip is very pleased with himself. 😌
Available for a limited time only.
Don’t say UncleLip bo jio. 💛
25/08/2026
It might take 60 seconds to show you how UncleLip makes his signature Hainanese Chicken Rice.
But years of cooking, learning, adjusting and caring went into making it all look this simple.
Every step matters.
The chicken. The rice. The stock. The timing. The way everything comes together on the plate.
Because for UncleLip, chicken rice has never been something to rush.
It’s something to get right.
60 seconds. One plate. A whole lot of care. 💛
Address
Retail 1, 5-17, Flemington Road, North Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC
3051
Located on Flemington Road in Melbourne, this chicken establishment can be easily accessed through public transport or by driving. For those using public transport, take the tram towards Royal Melbourne Hospital and alight at Flemington Road tram stop. Alternatively, board any bus servicing the Flemington Road bus stop and alight at the same location.
For those driving to this location, there are several parking lots available along Flemington Road or in nearby streets. Please note that parking restrictions may apply during certain times of the day, so always check signs carefully before leaving your vehicle.
Opening Hours
| Tuesday |
11:30am - 8pm |
| Wednesday |
11:30am - 8pm |
| Thursday |
11:30am - 9pm |
| Friday |
11:30am - 9pm |
| Saturday |
11:30am - 9pm |
Alerts
Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Gai Wong Melb posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
What people say
Gai Wong Melb is a must-visit for anyone looking for delicious Malaysian comfort food in Melbourne. This family-run chicken shop and restaurant offers a range of mouth-watering dishes, including Hainanese Chicken Rice, Roast Pork Crackling, and Char Siew (Chinese BBQ Pork). What sets Gai Wong Melb apart is their commitment to using free-range chickens that are fed a multi-grains diet and are free from antibiotics and growth hormones. The result is decadent, flavorful dishes that are sure to satisfy any craving. Located on Flemington Road, Gai Wong Melb is conveniently situated near RMIT Village and hospital, making it the perfect spot for a quick lunch or dinner. Don't miss out on the chance to try some of the best Malaysian food in Melbourne - visit Gai Wong Melb today!
