YAO offers a modern Cantonese dining experience in the Financial District, featuring both à la carte and tasting menus.
The restaurant boasts a carefully curated wine list and includes three private dining rooms along with a spacious dining hall.
Led by Executive Chef Kenny Leung, the culinary team blends classical Cantonese techniques with international influences.
Information sourced from restaurant website and may be subject to change.
Menu
Peking Duck – Whole$98.00
Served with cucumber, scallion, and 20 pancakes.
Allergens: Eggs, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 500
Peking Duck – Half$49.00
Served with cucumber, scallion, and 10 pancakes.
Allergens: Eggs, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 500
Braised South African Abalone$168.00
A luxurious taste of the ocean’s finest delicacy.
Allergens: Molluscs, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Braised Abalone$48.00
Premium abalone from South Africa.
Allergens: Molluscs, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 455
Grilled Berkshire Pork$28.00
Select premium Berkshire pork belly, grilled over Binchōtan charcoal from Japan.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 409
Salt-Baked Free-Range Chicken – Half$38.00
Salt-baked chicken, following classic Cantonese methods.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 332
Assorted Organic Mushrooms in Hot Stone Pot$32.00
A mixture of organic mushrooms, fragrant rice, and rich flavours.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Oven Roasted Black Angus Short Rib$68.00
Slow-cooked for 48 hours, offering an exceptional taste in every bite.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Roasted Duck with Dried Plum Sauce$19.00
A delightful combination of sweet and savoury flavours.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Deep Fried Dry Squid$19.00
Sun-dried squid, rehydrated and fried in a Typhoon seasoning.
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 1008
Brown Sugar Roast Duck Thigh$16.00
A sweet and savoury dish with rich flavours.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Fried Oysters, 4pcs$12.00
Crispy fried oysters, a delightful seafood treat.
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 840
Vegetable Fritters$15.00
Red wine soaked carrots, asparagus, and onion with avocado sauce.
Allergens: Sulphites/Sulfites, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Dried Plum Sauce Tomato Salad$9.00
A refreshing salad with a unique sauce.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 180
Scallion Pancake$9.00
A crispy and flaky pancake, perfect as a starter.
Allergens: Eggs, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 204
Hokkaido Black Snail with Light Chili Soy Sauce$12.00
Delicately cooked snails in a light sauce.
Allergens: Molluscs, Soy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 400
Cucumber with Garlic Sauce$9.00
A refreshing side dish with a garlic kick.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 105
Steamed Scallops with Garlic, 4pcs$13.00
Tender scallops steamed with garlic for a rich flavour.
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 280
Marinated Jellyfish with Sesame$16.00
A unique dish with a delightful texture and flavour.
Allergens: Sesame, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Abalone and Chicken Soup$68.00
A nourishing soup suitable for 4-6 servings.
Allergens: Molluscs, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Soup of the Day$15.00
A daily special soup, please ask for details.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Hot and Sour Soup with Sea Cucumber and Seafood$32.00
A spicy and tangy soup with seafood and sea cucumber.
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 367
Wensi Tofu Soup$23.00
A delicate tofu soup with a rich flavour.
Allergens: Soy, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Golden Hook Fish Fin Soup$48.00
A luxurious soup featuring fish fins.
Allergens: Fish, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Duck and Fish Maw Soup$28.00
A rich and hearty soup with duck and fish maw.
Allergens: Fish, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Fried Crab Meat with Shrimp, 2pcs$19.00
A delightful dim sum featuring crab and shrimp.
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 800
Dim Sum Platter, 5pcs$18.00
A selection of our best dim sum offerings.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 1170
Char Siu Buns$13.00
Pan-fried Char Siu buns, a Cantonese specialty.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 560
Xiao Long Bao, Pork, 3pcs$9.00
Juicy pork dumplings served in a delicate wrapper.
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 400
Beancurd Sheet Roll with Abalone, 2pcs$15.00
A delicious roll filled with abalone and beancurd.
Allergens: Molluscs, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Crispy Shumai with Cherry Tomatoes, 4pcs$15.00
A crispy take on traditional shumai with a twist.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 525
Vegetable Dumpling, 3pcs$9.00
A delightful vegetarian dumpling option.
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Shrimp Dumplings, 3pcs$11.00
Delicate dumplings filled with fresh shrimp.
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 400
Four Color Dumplings, 4pcs$9.00
A colourful assortment of dumplings.
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 400
Mapo Tofu with Lobster$78.00
A spicy dish combining tofu and lobster.
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Soy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 367
Bake Salmon Glazed with Honey Champagne Marinade$38.00
Salmon baked to perfection with a sweet glaze.
Allergens: Fish, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 415
Typhoon Shelter Fried Dungeness Crab$78.00
A signature dish featuring fried crab with spices.
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 644
Lobster with Fresh Galangal$58.00
Lobster cooked with aromatic galangal for a unique flavour.
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Song Shu Crispy Whole Fish with Balsamic Vinegar$68.00
A whole fish fried to a crispy finish with a tangy sauce.
Allergens: Fish, Sulphites/Sulfites, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 840
Yao’s Signature Mixed Stir Fry with Abalone and Dried Squid$48.00
A delightful stir fry featuring abalone and squid.
Allergens: Molluscs, Shellfish/Crustaceans, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 402
Citrus Honey Mayo Glazed Tiger Shrimp$28.00
Shrimp glazed with a sweet and tangy sauce.
Allergens: Eggs, Shellfish/Crustaceans, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 437
Spicy Silken Tofu with Baked Eel$32.00
A spicy dish featuring silken tofu and eel.
Allergens: Soy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 348
Wild Scallops with XO Sauce$38.00
Scallops stir-fried with a rich XO sauce.
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 560
Whole Fish with Bones – Steamed$58.00
A traditional steamed fish dish.
Allergens: Fish, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 280
Whole Fish with Bones – Scallion Oil$68.00
Steamed fish drizzled with scallion oil.
Allergens: Fish, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 280
Dried Tangerine Peel and Douchi$58.00
A unique dish featuring fish with a fragrant sauce.
Allergens: Fish, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Sour Cabbage$68.00
A tangy dish featuring sour cabbage.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Steamed with Chili Pepper Sauce$58.00
A spicy dish featuring fish steamed with chili sauce.
Allergens: Fish, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 336
Braised Abalone and Berkshire Pork$43.00
A rich dish combining abalone and pork.
Allergens: Molluscs, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Sweet and Sour Pork$29.00
A classic dish with a sweet and tangy sauce.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
House Signature Free-Range Chicken – Half$38.00
Fresh local free-range chicken paired with our signature sauce.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 402
Tai Ye Tea-smoked Chicken – Whole$75.00
A classic Cantonese dish with a unique tea-smoked flavour.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 367
Tai Ye Tea-smoked Chicken – Half$38.00
A half portion of our tea-smoked chicken.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 220
Braised Abalone and Free-Range Chicken$48.00
A luxurious dish combining chicken and abalone.
Allergens: Molluscs, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Spicy Szechuan Chili Chicken$32.00
A spicy dish featuring tender chicken pieces.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 420
Angus Ribeye Steak Cube with Seasonal Vegetable$48.00
Tender Angus ribeye served with seasonal vegetables.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 650
Stir Fried Beef Tongue$32.00
A unique dish featuring tender beef tongue.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 560
Herb-Roasted Lamb Chops$28.00
Succulent lamb chops roasted with herbs.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Chinese Broccoli with Olive Oil & Soy Sauce$21.00
A simple yet flavourful vegetable dish.
Allergens: Soy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Braised Tofu$23.00
A comforting dish featuring tender braised tofu.
Allergens: Soy, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Stir-Fried Vegetables with House Made Belacan$28.00
A spicy vegetable dish with a unique flavour.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 588
Organic Baby Lettuce$21.00
Fresh organic baby lettuce, lightly dressed.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Assorted Mushrooms with Shrimp Floss$28.00
A delightful mix of mushrooms and shrimp.
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Stir-Fried Pea Leaf$28.00
A simple and healthy vegetable dish.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 560
Stir-Fried Okra with Black Garlic$26.00
A unique dish featuring okra and black garlic.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 560
Chinese Cauliflower with Preserved Meat$28.00
A flavourful dish featuring cauliflower and preserved meat.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Stir-Fried Water Spinach with House Made Belacan$28.00
A spicy dish featuring water spinach.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 588
Stir-Fried String Bean with Minced Pork and Kale Borecole$26.00
A hearty vegetable dish with minced pork.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 560
Steamed Lobster and Chencun Noodles in XO Sauce$68.00
A luxurious dish featuring lobster and noodles in XO sauce.
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 280
Longevity Noodles with Lobster$68.00
Noodles served with succulent lobster.
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Lobster with Sticky Rice and Black Truffle Sauce$78.00
A rich dish featuring lobster and sticky rice.
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 455
Black Truffle Oyster Noodles$32.00
Noodles served with black truffle and oysters.
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 455
Fried Rice with Roasted Eel$32.00
A delicious fried rice dish featuring roasted eel.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 720
Fusilli with Wild Octopus and Bone Marrow$32.00
A unique pasta dish featuring octopus and bone marrow.
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 450
Beef and Chencun Noodle in XO Sauce$32.00
A hearty noodle dish with beef and XO sauce.
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Fried Rice with Scallops and XO Sauce$32.00
A delicious fried rice dish featuring scallops.
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 720
Fried Rice with Diced Angus Short Rib$32.00
A hearty fried rice dish with Angus short rib.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 720
Dry Aged Tomahawk Steak, 48oz$188.00
A premium dry-aged steak for a truly exceptional dining experience.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 845
Black Truffle Duck$168.00
Duck marinated with black truffle and roasted with organic mushrooms.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 455
Chilled Dungeness Crab, Salad with Yuzu Wasabi DressingPrice not Shown
A refreshing crab dish with a zesty dressing.
The Tale of Fish Dive$138.00
A unique dish featuring fish and pork stuffing.
Allergens: Fish, Shellfish/Crustaceans, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 180
Beggar’s Chicken$128.00
A traditional dish featuring air-dried chicken with a unique flavour.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
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Dietary/Allergen Info: None, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
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Categories: Asian, Seafood, Dim Sum, Specialties
Menu Source: Restaurant Website PDF
Menu Date: August, 2025
Dietary & Allergen Information: Please be aware that our dish analysis is powered by AI and may contain errors. Always check with your server before ordering.
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213 Pearl St 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10038, USA
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