Cantonese Dining Experience, Redefined
YEN redefines Cantonese dining experience by artfully blending the richness of Chinese culinary heritage with modern sophistication. The restaurant's ambiance evokes a sense of nostalgia, celebrating traditional craftsmanship within a sleek, contemporary setting. Under the visionary leadership of Executive Chinese Chef Tan Kim Weng, YEN's new menu is a harmonious fusion of time-honored flavors and innovative techniques, crafted with locally sourced, sustainable ingredients that elevate each dish to its finest expression.
Chef Weng's culinary philosophy is rooted in honoring tradition while reimagining it for today's discerning palate. Every dish is a thoughtful balance of authenticity and creativity—familiar yet refreshingly new. Through meticulous ingredient selection and a passion for visual and sensory appeal, Chef Weng invites guests on a journey where each plate tells a story, and every bite sparks discovery in the evolving world of modern Cantonese cuisine.
AMBIANCE & DESIGN
YEN's interior is a visual narrative of Chinese heritage, reinterpreted through modern design.
The space features:
- Intricate woodwork, symbolic motifs, and artisanal textures
- Contemporary elegance: sleek lines and ambient lighting
- Atmosphere: Reflective nostalgia meets cosmopolitan sophistication
CUISINE CONCEPT
YEN's menu is a celebration of authentic Cantonese flavors, elevated with premium ingredients and modern presentation. Chef Weng's creations honor time-honored techniques while embracing innovation, resulting in dishes that are balanced, beautiful, and bold.
SIGNATURE DISHES
- YEN Golden Duck
A luxurious reinterpretation of Peking duck, served in two courses:
Course 1: Crispy golden skin with caviar and crispy bean curd sheet
Course 2: Wok-fried duck meat with black truffle
A dish that redefines indulgence with gourmet flair.
- Steamed Canadian Lobster with Egg White
A delicate pairing of sweet lobster and silky egg custard, subtly infused with Shaoxing wine. A masterclass in texture, purity, and precision.
- Shanghainese Tiger Grouper Fish Xiao Long Bao
A seafood twist on the classic dumpling, filled with minced tiger grouper and rich seafood broth. Light, luxurious, and health-conscious.
- Mushroom-Shaped Honey Barbecue Chicken Bun
A playful dim sum creation that mimics a mushroom in form, filled with sweet-savory char siu chicken. A visual and flavorful delight for all ages.
ELEVATED COCKTAILS
Enhancing this culinary journey is a bespoke cocktail experience by resident mixologist Lim Jia Jun. Signature cocktails include:
- Inferno, a clarified blend of vodka, vermouth, pickled tomato, pepper and olive brine
- Fifth Taste, a smoky, umami-rich mix of nori tequila, mezcal, shiitake honey, Kikkoman and yuzu,
- Coastel, featuring Wu Liang Ye, cucumber liqueur, lacto fermented cucumber and salted coconut seltzer.