An icon of gastronomy in the vibrant Hong Kong food scene, 2 Michelin Starred Yan Toh Heen is as historic as the nearby sight seeing attraction Avenue of Stars. Delighting diners from around the globe with the most tantalising dishes Cantonese cuisine can bring forth. Set within the celebrated Intercontinental Hong Kong Hotel which is perfect for the business meal or romantic get-together.

Lead by Executive Chef Lau Yiu Fai and his well trained kitchen team who place utmost importance on using only the freshest and responsibly sourced sustainable produce and ingredients available at any point of time. Under Chef Lau’s leadership, Yan Toh Heen has been winning multiple awards over the years including the much coveted 2 Michelin Stars.

The gorgeous walkway to the main entrance of the restaurant, sets the mood for an excellent time out. Well designed with top quality furnishings and lavish decor in hues of the highly prized Jade stone. Lovely flowers and artworks are tastefully placed to bring about a sense of grandeur as you wine and dine in sheer comfort.

Start off your gourmet journey with some Chinese tea, expertly brewed and poured by the professional service staff. There is even “tea sommeliers” at hand to give advise on which type of tea is best suited to the courses to come. Choose from an extensive range of black, white, green, floral, herbal teas, each with it’s own set of characteristics and some even beneficial to one’s health.

Well recommended starter is the Steamed Garoupa, Prawns and Scallops Dumpling that taste as good as it looks. Masterfully shaped in a pair of beautiful goldfishes in bright orange/yellow colours, finished with edible gold flakes. Bite into the soft semi translucent dumpling skin and relish flavours from the perfect combination of fish and shellfish.

Another superb appetizer is Crispy Coconut Dumpling, deep fried to a brilliant golden hue, crispy on the outside yet with tender insides filled with the superfruit coconut and topped with premium birds nest plus edible gold leaf. Take time to savour this exquisite ball of heaven even though the tendency is to pop everything in one mouthful due to it’s delectable outlook.

Minced Duck Served in Lettuce Wraps is an engaging dish whereby diners are called to join in the fun of wrapping their own food. Flavourful and well minced top quality duck meat (marinated in a secret blend of spices) is first place into a single lettuce leaf and then filled with condiments according to your preference. This is one course that will entertain even families with children.

The Steamed Garoupa Fillet, is lovingly cooked yielding a moist center. Sliced red dates brings a touch of sweetness and mandarin zest adds a nice citrus element that does not overpower the delicate fish. Complete with shredded spring onion and special soya sauce. Plated in a authentic bamboo basket which is used for steaming the traditional way since days of old.

Carb lovers will be mesmerized with Crispy Fried Rice, served in a heated clay-pot to keep your food warm. A large crab claw accompanies the grain and fish bouillon is poured table side ensuring the rice does not get soggy upon consumption. Guests will indulge in a variety of textures from the nice crunch of the rice to the smooth flesh of the crustacean.

Endings are sweet at Yan Toh Heen with Basil Dragon Pearl, basil seeds with its jelly like casing is well paired with the ginger panna cotta and velvety ice cream. A refreshing dessert that will leave you on the right note, perhaps even thinking if you should make another reservation for your next meal straightaway.

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ADDRESS:
Yan Toh Heen, Lower Level, InterContinental Hong Kong, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
PHONE: +852 2313 2323
WEBSITE: https://hongkong-ic.intercontinental.com/en/dining/yan-toh-heen/