Chinese New Year is all about reunions and feasting. With that in mind, here are our top picks of venues for great reunion feasts!
Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral
This Lunar New Year, Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral invites guests to celebrate with Gallop into Fortune at Nook, where festive flavours, playful activations and vibrant takeaways come together for a celebration like no other. At the heart of the experience is a time-limited dining pop-up, Lucky Bowl by Chef Ng, serving time-honoured Chinese New Year delicacies with an Aloft flair.
Curated for the Lunar New Year festivities, guests can look forward to crowd-pleasing highlights such as Osmanthus Butter Fried Tiger Prawns, Reunion Braised Chicken with Dried Oyster and Fatt Choy, a Fortune Carving Station featuring a variety of roasted meats, Claypot Chicken Rice with Braised Mushrooms, and a DIY Yee Sang station inviting guests to lohei, the festive toss for prosperity.
The buffet is available until 21 February 2026, Thursday to Saturday, from 6pm to 10pm.
It is priced at RM168 nett per person.
For Chinese New Year Reunion Dinner Buffet (16 February 2026), the buffet is available from 6pm to 10pm.
It is priced at RM188 nett per person.
For Chinese New Year Day 1 and Day 2 (17 and 18 February 2026), the buffet is available for lunch, from 12pm to 3pm.
It is priced at RM158 nett per person.
For reservations and inquiries, please WhatsApp +6012 338 3095 or call +603 2723 1154.
Read Chinese New Year Buffet at Nook for our review.
EQ
EQ welcomes the return of Golden Phoenix pop-up restaurant, the hotel’s Chinese heritage restaurant revived each Lunar New Year to honour a culinary legacy spanning more than five decades. Once a celebrated icon of the original Hotel Equatorial in the 1970s, Golden Phoenix was renowned for its mastery of classic Cantonese and Szechuan flavours and festive specialities. In present times it continues to be one of Kuala Lumpur’s most anticipated seasonal dining experiences.
Led by the culinary mastery of Executive Chinese Chef David Yee, the annual Golden Phoenix menus are crafted with precision, artistry and bespoke touches that define each dish. The menus draw from treasured recipes passed down through generations, highlighting time-honoured preparations such as premium poon choy, double-boiled soups, Hong Kong–style steamed fish, whole traditional roast duck, seafood braises and its much-loved Golden Phoenix rice cake desserts.
Set menus are priced from RM178+ to RM698+ per person (minimum four persons), while Yee Sang prices range from RM138+ to RM688+ per portion depending on selection and size.
For Golden Phoenix dining reservations, please contact +60 3 2789 7839 or click here.
For our review, read Golden Phoenix returns with a bang.
Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, City Centre
Another year of prosperity unfolds at Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, City Centre as it ushers in the Year of the Horse with quintessential Yee Sang, Chinese New Year buffet spreads and signature set menus.
Experience a reunion feast that is truly Sichuan at Sichuan Kitchen. The Spice of Prosperity menu series highlights the touch of Sichuan-native Chef Justin Song in his curations that are authentically bold and flavourful, from a medley of fresh seafood and vegetables to mouthwatering Sichuan specialties including stir-fried black pepper wagyu beef, Red Fortune Sichuan spicy chicken, and Sichuan mala broth to name a few.
Immerse in sharing moments of dining whether over a simmering hot pot buffet at RM238 nett or a full-course Chinese New Year set from RM258 nett. Find out more here.
Savour oriental signatures at The Mesh like flower chilli crab with mantou, salmon Nyonya fish curry, claypot chicken rice, and more. This Chinese New Year, The Mesh highlights local cuisine with festive classics for a memorable reunion gathering.
The buffet is available from 16 – 18 February 2026. It is priced at RM188 nett. For more information, click here.
For enquiries and reservations, contact +603 2706 9099 / +6012 2665 987 (Whatsapp Message).
Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur
Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur welcomes the Year of the Horse with an elegant, time-limited Chinese New Year celebration, available for three days only, from 16 to 18 February 2026.
Guests are invited to gather with family at the hotel’s signature restaurant, THIRTY8, to enjoy an exclusive six-course Chinese New Year set menu, thoughtfully curated by Chef Danny Tan, Chinese Chef, for the festive season.
The exclusive six-course set menu is priced at RM298 nett per person, with a minimum of four guests. It is available for both lunch and dinner, from 12pm to 5pm and 6pm to 11pm.
To reserve, please WhatsApp +60 12 621 9869.
Hilton Kuala Lumpur
Gather your loved ones and welcome the Year of the Horse with an unforgettable dining experience at Chynna, Hilton Kuala Lumpur’s signature Chinese Cantonese restaurant. This Lunar New Year, diners can indulge in thoughtfully curated set menus that bring together authentic flavours and refined culinary craftsmanship, celebrating abundance, togetherness, and the joy of new beginnings. Each dish is designed to delight the senses while honouring cherished traditions of reunion and prosperity.
Led by Hilton Kuala Lumpur’s Executive Chinese Chef, Chef Lam 林福興, guests can savour unique Chinese New Year dishes that fuse traditional flavors with modern Western touches, creating a festive experience that’s both authentic and innovative.
The Yee Sang selections start from RM158 for half portion, whilst the Reunion Sets start from RM1,588 nett per table of 5 persons.
For reservations or inquiries, please contact +603 2264 2264.
InterContinental Kuala Lumpur
InterContinental Kuala Lumpur invites guests to usher in Chinese New Year 2026 with Ember of Prosperity, a season-long celebration inspired by the quiet strength of glowing embers, symbolising enduring fortune, renewal, and the warmth of togetherness.
This festive season also marks the return of Senior Executive Chinese Chef Wong Lian You to helm the kitchen at the award-winning Tao Chinese Cuisine. An internationally acclaimed culinary figure, Chef Wong brings over 15 years of experience across luxury hotels and fine dining establishments in Malaysia and the Middle East. Most recently, he served as Executive Chinese Chef at the iconic Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai, where his leadership at Zheng He’s earned nominations from Gault & Millau and Time Out Dubai for Best Chinese Restaurant between 2022 and 2024.
The set menus are available until 3 March 2026. Prices start from RM688 nett for 2 persons. The Signature Yee Sang prices start from RM148 nett for half portion.
For further enquiries & group bookings, please call +603 2782 6173 or WhatsApp at +601 6202 4623.
Read Chef Wong gallops back to Tao Chinese Cuisine for our review.
JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur
The MICHELIN Selected Shanghai restaurant at JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur invites you to celebrate the season with a culinary journey steeped in tradition and elegance. Renowned for over two decades as a hallmark of Chinese fine dining, the restaurant continues to delight guests with its exquisite offerings, crafted to honour the spirit of reunion and prosperity.
The only Shanghainese hotel restaurant in Kuala Lumpur and long-established as the preferred restaurant for authentic and quintessential Shanghainese cuisine, will usher in the New Year with classic Shanghainese cuisine. The culinary symphony performed at the restaurant is led by Shanghainese native Executive Chinese Chef Wong Wing Yeuk, who is dedicated to serving only the best and most authentic dishes from Shanghai.
Shanghai has specially created three set menus this year, starting from RM238++ per person or RM2,688++ for 10 persons, which are available until 3 March 2026.
This year, Shanghai restaurant is proud to announce a special collaboration with Champagne Mea Alexandre specially for this festive period. Malaysia is the first country outside France to welcome this exceptional champagne, with JW Marriott Hotel Kuala Lumpur being the premier hotel partner.
This exclusive partnership will run until 31 March 2026 at Shanghai Restaurant.
Lunch is served from 12pm to 3pm from Monday to Saturday and 10.30am to 3pm on Sundays and Public Holidays. Dinner is available from 6pm to 10pm daily.
For reservations and enquiries, please WhatsApp +60 18 6230 069.
Read Shanghai: authentic and innovative Lunar New Year menu for our review.
Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur
As the Lunar New Year draws near, Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur ushers in 2026, the Year of the Galloping Horse, with a spirited season of celebration, renewal and shared joy. A powerful symbol of vitality, progress and success, the Horse heralds forward momentum and fresh beginnings, setting up an auspicious tone for the year ahead.
Lemon Garden welcomes the Lunar New Year with an extravagant buffet celebration. Set within a refreshed, vibrant ambience and complemented by an extended tented alfresco dining area, the festive experience is elevated with additional food stations and live cooking stalls, creating an even more joyful and lively atmosphere for family reunions and celebrations of abundance.
The specially curated menu showcases authentic Chinese New Year favourites alongside Asian and international delights. Guests can enjoy a wide variety of Yee Sang, symbolising prosperity and togetherness, as well as signature Chinese New Year dishes.
The buffet is available for lunch until 3 March 2026. It is priced at RM208 nett per person (Monday to Thursday) and RM228 nett per person (Friday to Sunday and public holidays).
For dinner, the buffet is available until 15 February 2026. It is priced at RM228 nett per person (Monday to Thursday) and RM288 nett per person (Friday to Sunday).
Reunion buffet dinner is available on 16 and 17 February 2026. It is priced at RM308 nett per person.
For enquiries and reservations, please call +603 2786 2378.
For our review, read Lemon Garden’s Chinese New Year buffet.
The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur
At The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur, MICHELIN Selected Li Yen, an exquisite Chinese restaurant evoking the charm of a blossoming garden, welcomes the new Lunar New Year with specially crafted Lunar New Year feasts. Executive Chinese Chef Alex Au and his outstanding team showcase culinary artistry through thoughtfully curated set menus.
Highlighting tradition, ‘The Reunion Stars’ collection features signature dishes that epitomise the essence of reunion and festivity. This year, indulge in a selection of three exquisite set menus featuring traditional reunion delicacies and signature dishes for both lunch and dinner. Complementing the offerings is a seasonal selection of delicate Dim Sum, perfect for joyous gatherings with family and loved ones.
Available through 3 March 2026, the lunch set menus are priced from RM498++ for two persons and the lunch and dinner set menus are priced from RM3,398++ per table of 10. The seasonal Lunar New Year Dim Sum, à la carte and Yee Sang menus are also available to 3 March 2026.
Lunch is served from 12pm to 2.30pm from Monday to Saturday and 10.30am to 2.30pm on Sundays and Public Holidays. Dinner is available from 6.30pm to 10pm daily.
For reservations and enquiries, please WhatsApp +60 18 623 0038.
For our review, read Li Yen: exquisite Lunar New Year experience.
The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur
This Chinese New Year, The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur welcomes the Year of the Horse with Masterstrokes of the Stallion 马寿泰康, a bold expression of heritage and artistry. At The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur, the horse is not merely an ornament—it is a code. An enduring emblem of strength, elegance, and disciplined power, it reflects a lineage shaped by the House of Astor. More than a festive symbol, the horse embodies values deeply rooted in the legacy of a family that defined refinement through restraint and mastery.
Begin the New Year celebration with a toss to prosperity, featuring an auspicious Yee Sang crafted from a recipe passed down through generations in the hotel-owning family, originating from Puan Sri Sharon Chua’s ancestral kitchen. Featuring a base of freshly sliced fruits and vegetables, complemented by an assortment of nuts, seeds, and a signature sauce, this dish offers a nutritious and balanced foundation for a joyous reunion. Further elevate the toasting experience with your choice of Abalone & Jellyfish, Salmon & Jellyfish, Smoked Duck Breast & Jellyfish, or Vegetarian Mixed Nuts for a unique twist. Each burst of vibrant flavors promises blessings and prosperity as you step into the New Year.
The Prosperity Yee Sang is available until 3 March 2026. Prices start from RM218+ per set.
Continue the cherished tradition of Chinese New Year reunions with The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur’s Prosperity Set Menu, exquisitely crafted by Executive Chinese Chef Cheong Boon Fei and his team. Presented course by course, each dish is thoughtfully designed to carry symbolic greetings, creating a dining experience that celebrates togetherness and prosperity. An Imperial Vegetarian Feast Menu is also available for guests who prefer green delights. The Imperial Stallion Feast is available in the hotel’s private dining rooms. These private dining rooms, with flexible layouts, can accommodate groups of 8 to 50, offering an intimate setting for meaningful gatherings.
The Imperial Stallion Feast is available until 3 March 2026. It is priced from RM308 – RM1,038 nett per person.
Making its debut this year, The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur presents the Auspicious Longevity 6-Course Set Menu, an elevated festive offering created to mark the season of renewal and longevity, this 6-course menu is a collaborative expression by Executive Chef Norazizi Taslim and Executive Chinese Chef Boon Fei. Rooted in traditional Chinese flavours yet thoughtfully reimagined with modern culinary techniques and subtle European influences, the menu presents a contemporary interpretation of Chinese cuisine that reflects the Brasserie’s signature style.
The Auspicious Longevity 6-Course Set Menu is available for lunch (12pm – 2.30pm) and dinner (6pm – 10pm). It is priced at RM178 nett per person.
Read The Brasserie: an elevated change of scenery for Chinese New Year dining for our review.
All of the options above are available until 3 March 2026.
For more information regarding F&B experiences, please call +603 2727 6696.
