YEN

Cantonese Dining at W Kuala Lumpur

YEN is the Chinese restaurant on Level 11 of W Kuala Lumpur, at 121 Jalan Ampang. Its culinary focus is Cantonese, with traditional preparations adapted through contemporary presentation and ingredients. Executive Chinese Chef Tan Kim Weng leads the kitchen. Woodwork, symbolic Chinese motifs and textured decorative details give the dining room a connection to Chinese craftsmanship without recreating a traditional banquet hall.

The restaurant is a specific dining venue within the hotel, not a description of W's wider food and beverage offering. Reservations are recommended by the restaurant, particularly for weekends and festive meals.

Duck, Seafood and Dim Sum

The published signature selection includes YEN Golden Duck, presented in two stages: crisp skin with caviar and bean curd sheet, followed by duck meat cooked with black truffle. Other examples include Canadian lobster steamed with egg white and Shaoxing wine, tiger grouper xiao long bao, and mushroom-shaped buns filled with honey barbecue chicken.

The drinks programme also draws on Chinese flavours. Published examples use ingredients such as nori, shiitake, yuzu, cucumber and Chinese spirits. These are menu examples rather than a guarantee that every preparation will be available on a particular visit.

Private Tables and Dietary Information

YEN offers private dining rooms for business meals, birthdays and family gatherings. The restaurant states that a minimum spend applies and asks guests to discuss room availability and customised menus with its dining team. Online reservations are linked through SevenRooms.

For dietary planning, the important distinction is that YEN calls its menu pork-free while explicitly confirming that alcohol is available. That wording does not establish halal certification. Diners requiring certified halal food or specific ingredient exclusions should obtain confirmation directly before booking.

World Culinary Awards recognition

YEN is the 2026 winner in Malaysia's Best Hotel Restaurant 2026. These category awards are distinct from Michelin stars or an inspection-based numerical restaurant score.

The published voting rules distinguish public voters from verified industry voters, whose votes carry twice the weight. The award identifies a category winner rather than supplying a tasting score for every restaurant.

Sources and planning

• YEN official restaurant website
• YEN About Us
• YEN Frequently Asked Questions