Roti Place - Shop 2, 96 Albert Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

Have a taste of Roti Place. Try a roti, it's a hottie!

Initially attracted by casual dining ambience, we went in expecting some sort of Asian fusion.

Surprisingly, apart from Roti's, Roti Place specialises in Hainan Chicken with Rice as well. According to the menu, it is "rumoured to be the best in town". If that's not up your alley, there's other Malaysian dishes including Nasi Lemak (an iconic Malaysian platter of fragrant coconut rice, anchovies, peanuts, egg served with curry chicken or rendang beef); Satay Chicken Skewers and Laksa.

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We decided to see whether the rumours were true and ordered the Hainanese Chicken with Rice ($10.80). Poached in a ginger and scallion infused broth, the chicken was to die for. Together with the freshly grounded ginger paste and flavourful chicken rice, it was one of the best Hainan Chicken Rice I've ever tasted in Brisbane.

Hainanese Chicken with Rice ($10.80)

Their Roti's were also delicious with its rich, buttery flavours and soft fluffy texture. However, the Rendang Beef Curry was a let down. It was overly watery, coconuty and lacked the spices that a Malaysian Curry should have. While the spices were probably watered down to cater for the Australian palette, it felt a little unauthentic.

Roti Canai with Rendang Beef ($12)

Verdict
The rumours are true - they really do have one of the best Hainanese Chicken with Rice in town. Roti's are also delightful - soft and fluffy, with a crispy coating and a rich buttery taste. The curries were ok but lacked authenticity.