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Li Yen Kuala Lumpur – Michelin-Selected Cantonese Dining at The Ritz-Carlton

Li Yen: Michelin-Selected Cantonese Dining in Bukit Bintang

At Li Yen, the kitchen reimagines authentic Chinese classics for the modern table. Located on the second floor of The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur, this Bukit Bintang restaurant has earned a Michelin-Selected recognition—a mark of its consistent quality and refined approach to Cantonese cuisine.

The menu is curated in harmony with the seasons, a practice that has graced discerning palates for decades. Dishes evolve throughout the year, ensuring each visit offers something of the moment. Whether you come for lunch, dinner, or a leisurely Sunday brunch, the kitchen’s focus on balance and depth is evident.

The restaurant’s setting matches its culinary ambition. Air-conditioned and elegant, Li Yen accommodates private parties and family-style gatherings, and offers a tasting menu for those who wish to explore the chef’s full range. A drinks pairing option is also available, designed to complement the Cantonese flavours on the plate.

Li Yen is a destination for those who appreciate Cantonese cuisine executed with precision—a place where tradition meets a contemporary sensibility, all within one of Kuala Lumpur’s most distinguished hotels.