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Yee Wen Thai Restaurant @ Kepong

Situated in the outskirts of Kepong, somewhere along the factory area, appears to have one of the best Thai(s) I've tasted in KL itself. I have yet to wander around other places in search of good Thai food. This Thai restaurant is operated by a Thai guy who does not only converse in Thai, but also in Cantonese, Mandarin, and somewhat Hokkien too. Just amazed by the number of lingo the owner could speak. Food itself, speaks wonders. 

Tom-Yam Soup

Enriched with spicy flavours and seafood. Those that do not have a high-chili tolerance, I would very much avoid from ordering this. The tomyam soup has a strong pungent kick to it. Great flavours but not a "wow" factor for me.

Thai Style Otak-Otak

It was my first time seeing "Otak-Otak" served in a coconut shell. When I first tried the Otak-Otak, it was a great twist to the usual Malaysian Style Otak-Otak. Was flavoursome but the second time I tried, the Otak-Otak was a little too watery. I guess it lacks of consistency. Would recommend this for first-timers of Coconut Shell Otak Otak.

Steam Squid with Chili & Lime

This has got to be one of the best dishes so far(hands down!). That freshness you get from the steam squid, tucked in with the garlic and lime. And lastly, that sensation kick from the chili. This dish is not to be missed out when dining in Yee Wen. It has done Steam Squid its glory.

Deep Fried Fish with Kerabu Mango

 Besides the steam squid that I love, the fish with kerabu mango is another dish that MUST not be missed out when dining here. The freshness of the mango, with the mix of cucumber and onions. Every flavour of this dish blends in so well. & for those who are not as keen in spicy dish, this will do its job. This fish isn't spicy at all , if you were to take a break from all the spiciness of Thai food. :) 

Battered Squid

 This dish is just a normal battered squid dish. Nothing special about this, thus will not order this again.

Kerabu Mango

 As mentioned before about the Deep Fried fish with Kerabu Mango, I couldn't resist ordering just its Kerabu Mango itself. It is sweet and sour at the same time. Just a very delicious dish.

Thai Fish Cake

The Thai Fish Cake here is BIG. No idea how a fish cake can become that big. The fish cake here is quite yums as compared to other Thai restaurants that uses frozen fish cake.  

Green Curry Chicken

 One thing I would order when dining in a Thai restaurant, is to try out their Green Curry chicken. Although I'm more of a fan for Paneng Curry Chicken. The Green Curry chicken here is edible but I wouldn't say fantastic.

Steam Fish with Lime & Chili

 The Squid was a better choice for this style of cooking. For the fish, I would stick to the Kerabu Mango Fish.

Well, the reason why I fancy this place is because it has that homey-thai feeling to it. The dishes are quite flavoursome and the price is pretty reasonable for Thai food. I have visited a few Thai restaurants here in KL and the price is just extraordinary pricey. For instance, a small bowl of tomyam soup could costs RM15 (before tax, etc). 

Whereas, here in Yee Wen, there isn't any tax and the portion is pretty big. The same size as when you head into Chinese restaurants. Having ordered about six dishes, the bill came up to about RM160. With that big portion, I would say its pretty reasonable.

OH! Don't forget to order their Coconut (pretty refreshing) :) 

Yee Wen Thai Food
Lot 01-3813, Jalan Helang Merah
Kepong Baru Industrial Estate
52100, Kuala Lumpur

Opening Hours: 10.00am-10.00pm

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