Li Yen 麗苑

Great Chinese restaurant. Thanks to Yong Yoke for attending to us on the recommendation by one of her regular clients. Every food recommendation was tasty and saved us the trouble of going through the menu which made the decision of food ordering such a breeze.

Nice ambience beautiful setting but not deserve for Michelin the service is not up to expectation and the staff are not well trained and sulky face no smile expect a young guy not local forgot his name. Can’t answer simple enquiry and explanation of the dishes served. We try their Teow Chow dishes was so bad salty so we give another try on their Dim Sum yet it was a total disappointment the Chee Cheong Fun texture so thick not thin & translucent next their Char Siew Bao the filling totally failure taste bland the meat like minced meat no textures

Li Yen has a nice, elegant setting with good service, but the food didn’t impress me. Most dishes were just okay and a bit too salty. The soup dumplings were the highlight. Personally, I prefer the dim sum at Crystal Jade in Vietnam — more flavorful and balanced.

I was a little apprehensive coming here for lunch after seeing some reviews. But it was the most convenient place that was non-halal and we had family over to join me. Luckily the meal was a success, the dishes came out in the right order. Service was attentive with tea and clean dishes when needed. Everything was portioned out by the staff esp the noodles and the birds nest dessert. The food itself was delicious esp the bean curd. The dim sum was pretty darn good esp the radish cake and nian gou and everyone was happy about the meal.

The lunch set at Li Yen, Ritz-Carlton KL, priced at RM800 plus for 4 pax offers an exquisite dining experience with refined Cantonese flavors. Each dish is beautifully presented, featuring premium ingredients and balanced taste. It's a luxurious treat that lives up to its reputation.

Background A high-end Chinese restaurant was popular for its dim sum, Peking duck, and seafood. Ambience The ambience is elegant and pleasant, with a classically designed dining room. Service The service is impeccable and attentive. The staff provides excellent service. Food It was unfortunate that most of the signature dishes at Li Yen are deep-fried. The seafood lost the natural flavour and taste paramount in Cantonese cuisine. The fried rice was the only standout dish—the food was disappointing overall. However, I did not have the Peking duck, lemon fried chicken and noodles that was highly recommended. Overall A very pricey meal that did not satisfy. Highly recommend sticking to dim sum.

I sampled the following dishes: 1. Slow-cooked soft bone ribs with black sugar - While slightly sweet, these ribs were flavourful and exceptionally tender. The accompanying fried mantou for dipping in the sauce was a highlight. 2. Signature house-crafted beancurd with shimeji mushrooms and spinach - This dish was ok but lacked a significant "wow" factor. 3. Vinegarette black fungus and cucumber - The taste was fairly standard; however, the remarkably crunchy cucumber was surprisingly enjoyable. 4. Deep-fried salt and pepper fish (appetiser) - This was excellent in both taste and texture. Even after cooling down, the fish remained impressively crunchy. 5. Char Siew - The flavour was good, although I personally prefer a more charred exterior. It seems they are aiming for a balance between meat moisture and that burnt-ness. The ratio of fat to lean meat was ideal. 6. Roasted Pork Belly - This was definitely a highlight of the meal. The taste, the level of crispiness of the skin, and the accompanying mustard were all above average. The portion sizes for small dishes were suitable for 4 to 6 people. However, the restaurant's excessively cold temperature caused the food to cool down rapidly, making the dining experience quite chilly.

Li yen’s dim sum is truly a work of art. Cantonese cuisine is all about being light on the palate, yet rich in flavour. Most dishes were well executed: the ccf and porridge was silky smooth. The fried items were airy. The har kow and siu mai had a satisfying bite. This is my first visit, but Liyen will be my staple from now on. The staff were also highly attentive. Downside: the tea tasted bland and the glutinous rice was not it.

Despite the subpar suite we have stayed for 3 nights, there was something redeeming about this Ritz-Carlton. FOOD 5/5 Food was amazing and my siblings all love the dim sum we ordered. There was really nothing we did not like. Food was fresh, well-made and delicious. This was one of the best meal I had we went eating in many places in Kuala Lumpur. SERVICE 5/5 Staffs were all attentive, helpful and very nice. AMBIANCE 5/5 Great ambiance!! I wish we had come here a couple more times during our stay. This a a Michelin selected place, whatever that means. To me, it is either Michelin or not Michelin. Don't get me started about Michelin bib gourmand!! I will save those watered down Michelin rant another day, lol!! Li Yen - Highly recommended!!

Nice Chinese Restaurant. There is a dim sum menu and a regular menu. I loved the pictures of the Chinese women on the wall. Food was pretty good.