23 Great Places To Savour An Indulgent Chinese New Year Feast For 2026

As the Lunar New Year approaches, Malaysia’s most distinguished hotels and establishments rise to the occasion with lavish reunion menus and opulent buffet spreads designed for auspicious beginnings. From time-honoured banquet halls honouring culinary tradition, to luxury hotels reimagining festive classics with contemporary flair, these celebratory feasts are as much about indulgence as they are symbolism. Here, we round up the standout destinations offering Chinese New Year dining experiences that mark the beginning of the Year of the Horse.

The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur

From now till 3 March 2026, the hotel presents Masterstrokes of the Stallion (马寿泰康), celebrating the Year of the Horse with a slew of festive offerings, from curated gift selections to sumptuous feasts. At The Brasserie, the hotel’s Michelin Selected restaurant, guests can enjoy the Auspicious Brunch (RM328 nett per adult), available from 12pm to 3pm from 8 to 15 February 2026. The brunch features luxurious offerings such as caviar, truffle, champagne, and signature cocktails, complemented by a unique take on the traditional Yee Sang, available exclusively on the two Sundays during the Chinese New Year period. The restaurant also presents the Auspicious Longevity Six-Course Set Menu (RM178 nett per person)—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. With signature appetisers such as the Golden Crab Toast and Caviar with Brioche Toast, the menu is available as part of the festive offering for both lunch (12pm-2.30pm) and dinner (6pm-10pm).

Guests can also savour the Imperial Stallion Feast from RM308 nett per person at the hotel’s private dining rooms, allowing for meaningful gatherings within an intimate setting. Exquisitely crafted by executive Chinese chef Cheong Boon Fei and his team, each dish in the menu 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 vegetarian guests. The Imperial Stallion Feast is available in the hotel’s private dining rooms.

For more information of The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur, please call +603 2727 6696, or email [email protected].

Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur

The hotel invites guests to gather in the spirit of reunion, gratitude, and reflection through its thoughtfully curated collection of dining experiences across its restaurants, ballrooms, and for takeaway, crafted especially for Chinese New Year. Honouring age-old traditions with contemporary refinement, the hotel presents an elevated selection of auspicious set menus, a la carte specialties, and dim sum, available until 3 March 2026 alongside the restaurant’s signature Treasure Pot offerings. Meticulously prepared with premium ingredients such as six-head Australian abalone, Japanese dried scallop, and fish maw, the Treasure Pot is ideal for festive reunions at the restaurant or at home via takeaway. Advance bookings are recommended.

For orders made by 31 January 2026:

CNY Treasure Pot (for six persons): From RM1,688 nett, with early bird purchase price from RM1,388 nett.

CNY Supreme Treasure Pot (for six persons): From RM2,688 nett, with early bird purchase price from RM2,588 nett, inclusive of a complimentary Chef’s Yee Sang.

For reservations at Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur, please call +603 2380 8888 or email [email protected].

Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur

Start the Lunar New Year surrounded by good fortune and loved ones at the hotel’s signature Lemon Garden restaurant for an abundant selection of Chinese delicacies. The buffet is complete with a Yee Sang Station, offering every guest an opportunity to toss their way to prosperity and success. This joyous feast of prosperity is available for lunch from now to 3 March (RM208 to RM228 nett), for dinner until 15 February (RM228 to RM288 nett), and on 16 and 17 February for a special reunion dinner (RM318 nett).

Additionally, the hotel also hosts curated festive set menus and handcrafted dim sum creations (priced from RM238 to RM498 nett per person), perfect for corporate gatherings and families who prefer a more private setting. This feast of fortune is held at Shang Palace and is available from now to 3 March.

For reservations at Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur, call +603 2786 2378, send a WhatsApp message to +6019 390 2257, or email [email protected].

The RuMa Hotel and Residences

Enter the Year of the Horse at this newly awarded one Michelin Key hotel, with its Chinese New Year set menus that are inspired by traditional Chinese medicine (priced from RM88+ to RM268+). In collaboration with Virtue TCM, executive chef Suhalmi has curated dishes that incorporate selected herbs known for their restorative qualities, reminding guests that health is wealth. For those who enjoy afternoon tea treats, savour the Chapters of Spring Afternoon Tea at The Librari from 2.30pm to 5pm (priced at RM158+ per person or RM348+ for two). Guests are treated to a hand-washing ritual before choosing their desired selections from a tea trolley, featuring single-origin flower teas and herbal blends designed to restore harmony and energy. These offerings are available from now to 24 February.

For reservations and enquiries at The RuMa Hotel and Residences, call +603 2778 0888 or email [email protected].

Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur

Elevate your festive celebrations, quite literally, with the panoramic views at Thirty8 and an exclusive six-course set menu priced at RM298 nett per person, with a minimum of four guests. Thoughtfully curated by Chinese chef Danny Tan, the menu starts with the Sustainable Petuna Salmon Yee Sang and continues with Steamed Tiger Grouper with crispy pickled radish, followed by Braised Cage-Free Chicken with bamboo shoots. For a touch of luxury, Avruga Caviar and eight-head abalone are available as add-ons for the Yee Sang at RM100 nett. The menu will be available from 16 to 18 February from 12pm to 5pm and 6pm to 11pm.

For reservations at Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, WhatsApp +6012 621 9869 or email [email protected].

Sunway Resort Hotel

Inspired by the heart of village life, where families traditionally gather for Chinese New Year, Sunway Resort Hotel introduces its Roots of Reunion theme—an invitation for guests to return to where it all began. From now until 22 February 2026, celebrate prosperity and reunion with the Roots of Prosperity buffet at the Sunset Terrace (prices range from RM168+ to RM258+ per adult, and RM84+ to RM129+ per child and senior citizen). Highlights include the Signature White Truffle Chicken Rice, Longevity Blue River Prawn noodles, and Sichuan Whole Roasted Lamb with Bao.

Meanwhile, at the Grand Lagoon Ballroom on 16 February 2026, the hotel has arranged for a one-night-only Prosperous Reunion Gathering, where guests are treated to an eight-course feast that begins with a colourful toss of Yee Sang. This dinner is priced at RM1,728 for a table of six, RM2,168 for a table of eight, and RM2,688 for a table of 10.

For reservations at Sunset Terrace, call +603 7495 2009, send a WhatsApp message to +6019 381 5568, or click here. For reservations at the Grand Lagoon Ballroom, call +603 7492 8000 ext. 3165 or email [email protected].

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

The hotel marks its first-ever Chinese New Year celebration with the Golden Splendour Set Dinner from 16 to 18 February (6pm to 10pm) at Lili on Level 2. Priced at RM268 per person, the indulgent dining experience offers premium selections such as Double-Boiled Morel Mushroom & Black Chicken Nourishing Soup, Traditional-Style Smoked Duck Leg with Aromatic Herbs, and Braised Abalone. For larger celebrations, dine at the Ballroom within auspicious settings from 1 February to 3 March 2026, with options of the Celestian Lunar banquet (RM1,888 per table) and the Imperial Fortune banquet (RM2,388 per table).

For reservations at Lili, call +6012 201 6988. For banquet enquiries, email [email protected] or call +604 565 8888.

Penang Marriott Hotel 

A blend of traditional and international cuisine awaits at the waterfront hotel, including the Prosperity Buffet Dinner menu from 16 to 18 February 2026, 6.30pm to 10.30pm. Expect live cooking stations, premium seafood, and celebratory cuisine at the buffet, including Steamed Fish with Supreme Soy Sauce, Tiger Prawn, and Traditional Longevity Noodles, prepared à la minute. Otherwise, opt for the Prosperity Special Menu with seven or eight courses available for tables of 10 guests from now until 28 February 2026. Gather for traditional banquet-style dishes, including Steam Golden Pomfret, Wok Fried Slipper Lobster, Traditional Claypot Rice, and many more.

For reservations and enquiries at Penang Marriott Hotel, WhatsApp +6012 881 5766 or call +604 566 1888.

Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Until 3 March 2026, the Michelin-Selected Yun House at Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur ushers in the Year of the Horse with exquisite set menus and a la carte selections prepared by executive Chinese chef Jimmy Wong. Guests can choose from three set menus: Majestic (RM588 per person), Auspicious (RM888 per person), and Yun House Fortuity (RM1,388 per person), with an additional option thoughtfully provided for vegetarian diners. Each set menu opens with one of Yun House’s signature Yee Sang, in which delicately smoked salmon is adorned with freshly shaved black truffle, symbolising abundance, prosperity, and elevated fortune for the year ahead. Enjoy delicacies crafted with prized ingredients from Malaysia and around the globe. Standouts include the Grilled Korean Wagyu Beef Char Siu with Honey-Pepper Glaze, Crab Claw in Singapore-Style Chilli Sauce with Fried Mantou, and Crispy Roasted London Duck with Herbal Essence.

Over at Curate, lunch and dinner buffets featuring a mix of traditional Chinese dishes and modern flavours are available until 18 February 2026, while an extraordinary repertoire of sweets and savouries is available at The Lounge, merging beloved Chinese flavours with classic European elegance.

For reservations, contact +603 2382 8602 or email [email protected].

The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Autograph Collection

Celebrate the majesty of the horse at one of the many dining establishments at The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Autograph Collection. Contango, purveyors of a widely beloved buffet of mouthwatering dishes, welcomes the Spring Festival with lunch (12pm to 2:30pm, 1 February to 3 March 2026, RM148+ per person), dinner (6pm to 10pm, 1 to 19 February 2026, RM178+ per person), and a special Festive Reunion dinner (6pm to 10pm, 16 February 2026, RM198+ per person). Or, consider the Majestic Ballroom Festive Reunion, featuring live entertainment, a lion dance performance, and even an appearance by the God of Fortune (6pm to 10pm, 16 February 2026, RM198+ per person).

The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur is also offering a Lunar New Year afternoon tea set at The Tea Lounge (RM88+ per person), The Drawing Room (RM108+ per person), and The Orchid Conservatory (RM138+ per person). This set is available from 1 February to 3 March 2026, from 3pm to 6pm.

For those organising Lunar New Year events catering for 100 and up to 1,000 guests, the hotel also offers a variety of festive banquets. The Majestic Prosperity Banquet in the Majestic Ballroom is available from RM2,288+ per table of 10 guests (minimum 50 tables); the Majestic Fortune Banquet is hosted in Function Rooms 1 & 2, from RM2,088+ per table of 10 guests (10 to 30 tables); and the Majestic Prosperity Buffet Banquet at The Canopy is available from RM208+ per person (minimum 80 guests).

For reservations or to order via delivery, please email [email protected] or call or send a WhatsApp message to +6018 623 0126.

EQ Kuala Lumpur

Those of a certain vintage will remember the Golden Phoenix restaurant, the original Equatorial Hotel’s beloved dining establishment that served Cantonese and Szechuan delicacies. Ever since the hotel was refurbished and rebranded into EQ, the name ‘Golden Phoenix’ has become an annual tradition in which a pop-up opens every Lunar New Year season, serving specially curated menus and banquet packages. This Year of the Horse, EQ’s Golden Phoenix pop-up restaurant, led by executive Chinese chef David Yee, features Peaceful Seasons and Rich Fortune lunch sets, as well as Happy Reunion, Bright Auspicious, Wealth Treasures, Great Prosperity, and Vegetarian Feast menu offerings. Be sure to order Golden Phoenix’s signature Poon Choy too. Set menus start from RM178+ per person (minimum order of four); Yee Sang starts from RM138+; traditional roast duck is RM288+ each; and the Premium Poon Choy is RM688+ per pot for six.

EQ is also offering Lunar New Year banquet menus, available within the hotel or even at home (starting from RM3,288+ for 10 persons); gifting collections (available from 27 January to 3 March 2026); Lunar New Year Afternoon Tea at Bottega Lounge (available from 1 February to 3 March 2026); and Lunar New Year buffet options at Nipah Restaurant (available only on 16, 17, and 18 February 2026).

For Golden Phoenix dining reservations, please contact +603 2789 7839 or email [email protected].

The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur

This Lunar New Year, Li Yen at The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur, is setting the table with curated lunch and dinner set menus made for gathering and celebration, from 3 February to 3 March 2026. The Reunion Stars menu features well-loved signatures, such as double-boiled chicken soup with himematsutake mushrooms and dried scallop, prosperity barbecued suckling pig, and ancient-style steamed dragon tiger grouper with shredded pork—each prepared with care by executive Chinese chef Alex Au and his team. Stealing the spotlight is Au’s waxed meat clay pot rice, made with sausages imported from Hong Kong and slow-cooked for 45 minutes to develop its rich, layered flavours. To end on a sweet note, the pan-fried nian gao offers a nostalgic bite of traditional glutinous rice cake.

At The Cobalt, The Ritzy Weekend feast brings together a celebratory spread of eight curated dishes, each inspired by the blessings of wealth, health, happiness, love, growth, unity, luck, and longevity. Expect a festive mix of international flavours, served across two weekends on 6-7 and 13-14 February 2026. For a gentler indulgence, afternoon tea lovers can look forward to the Spring Festival-themed Ritzy Afternoon Tea at The Lobby Lounge from 1 February to 3 March 2026. Enjoy freshly baked savouries, sandwiches, and scones served on beautiful china in a classic three-tier stand. The same experience can also be enjoyed at home, or shared as a gift with the Ritzy Afternoon Tea Box.

For dining reservations at Li Yen, call +6018 623 0038 or email [email protected].

For dining reservations at The Cobalt Room, call +6018 623 0037 or email [email protected].

For dining reservations at The Lobby Lounge, call +6018 623 0036 or email [email protected].

JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur

There are plenty of ways to enjoy a festive time with friends and family at ‘The Happening Hotel’ this Lunar New Year. Its Michelin-Selected Shanghai restaurant has been a pillar of Kuala Lumpur’s Chinese fine-dining landscape for more than 20 years. The Shanghainese Lunar New Year offerings include delights and delicacies created by chef Wong Wing Yeuk, who continues to captivate diners with his homemade and secret recipes throughout the decades.

Available from 3 February to 3 March 2026; 12pm to 2:30pm for lunch from Mondays to Saturdays, and 10:30am to 2:30pm on Sundays and public holidays; 6:30pm to 10pm for dinner.

Meanwhile, Luk Yu Tea House is serving a Chinoiserie Prosperity Feast, curated by its Tastemaker, chef Leong. His culinary approach is inspired by his mother’s ‘made from scratch’ mindset, so expect Chinese soul food in a sophisticated setting. The Feast is available for RM1,188+ for five persons and RM2,388+ for 10 persons, while the signature Yee Sang Platter is available at RM98+ (with Snow Pear) or RM138+ (with Jelly Fish or Home-cooked Salmon). All are offered from 3 February to 3 March 2026.

If your Lunar New Year gatherings call for a private space, consider Club Chinois, where up to 80 people can come together for a joyous time savouring its Chinoiserie Lunar New Year Menu.

For reservations or enquiries at JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur, please email [email protected] or call or send a WhatsApp message to +6018 623 0069.

W Kuala Lumpur

For those who savour the finer, bolder flavours of life, chef Weng of Yen unveils a curated contemporary menu derived from traditional Cantonese recipes. What sets the dishes apart is that they are masterfully infused with the rich and expressive layers of Hennessy XXO. The XXO Indulgence menu is a multi-sensory journey priced at RM4,888 nett, and includes Hennessy pairings and exclusive Hennessy merchandise for guests to take home. Reservations are required at least one day in advance.

For reservations at Yen, contact +603 2786 8888 / +6012 357 4788 or email [email protected].

Pavilion Hotel Kuala Lumpur

As the Lunar New Year approaches, Pavilion Hotel Kuala Lumpur invites families, friends, and loved ones to rediscover the joy of reunion. The hotel presents a collection of seasonal dining offerings designed to elevate gatherings of every size. At the hotel’s Jade Pavilion, eight-course reunion menus are available, masterfully prepared by Chinese master chef Kenny Lee, alongside a distinguished selection of Signature Yee Sang. This year’s offerings are available from 19 January to 8 March 2026, from 11am (12pm on weekdays) to 2:30pm, and 6pm to 10pm daily. With a minimum order of four persons, the set menus celebrate the spirit of togetherness with thoughtfully composed dishes, such as Slow-Stewed Village Chicken with Sea Asparagus in Golden Scallop Sauce and the Steamed Soon Hock Fish with Spring Onion Soy Sauce. The two menus—the Prosperity Set Menu (RM238 nett per person) and the Fortune Set Menu (RM308 nett per person)—come with Jade Pavilion’s Salmon Yee Sang, sure to usher in a year of abundance and prosperity with its auspicious and symbolic ingredients.

For reservations and orders, please WhatsApp +6010 397 7833, call +603 2117 2823, or email [email protected].

Imperial Lexis Kuala Lumpur

Usher in the Year of the Horse with grace, abundance, and meaningful togetherness at Imperial Lexis Kuala Lumpur, where Lunar New Year 2026 unfolds as a season of inspired feasting and refined celebration. From 1 February to 3 March 2026, the hotel presents its collection of festive dining experiences that honour time-honoured traditions while embracing contemporary elegance, such as Imperial Chinese banquets, festive buffets, elegant high tea, Japanese fine dining, and celebratory takeaways—each curated to elevate every reunion. At the heart of the festivities is The Imperial Phoenix: Empress Feast, a trilogy of grand Lunar New Year set menus designed for communal dining and joyful toasts. The Fortune of Flavours (RM2,888 nett), Blazing Steed Gala (RM3,088 nett), and Flaming Stallion Celebration (RM3,388 nett) showcase prized Cantonese delicacies, such as abalone, lobster, sea cucumber, and tiger grouper—ingredients steeped in symbolism of prosperity, success, and longevity. Available at Roselle Coffee House and the property’s elegant banquet halls, these feasts offer an apropos setting for meaningful reunions and corporate celebrations alike. An advance booking of five days is required for banquets (minimum 30 persons) and 48 hours for dining at Roselle Coffee House (minimum 10 persons).

For bookings and enquiries, please email [email protected] or WhatsApp +6010 784 0176.

Parkroyal Collection Kuala Lumpur

If you find your schedule packed with reunion dinners, why not meet up for afternoon tea instead? The eco-chic hotel will be offering the Prosperity Afternoon Tea Set from now until 13 March 2026 (3pm to 6pm) at RM188 nett for two. The refined afternoon tea experience is inspired by Lunar New Year flavours and seasonal treats at the Botanist Lounge and Bar. The hotel will also be hosting the Lunar Luxe Weekend Hi-Tea Buffet at Thyme with delightful mid-day treats. Prices are at RM148 nett for adults and RM74 nett per child from now until 15 February (Saturdays and Sundays only) from 12.30pm to 3pm.

For Botanist reservations, email [email protected] or WhatsApp +6010 2297156. For Thyme reservations, email [email protected] or WhatsApp +6010 2297156.

Pullman Kuala Lumpur City Centre

From 16 to 18 February 2026, celebrate a year of wealth and blessings at the hotel’s Sedap Restaurant (priced at RM238 per adult and RM119 per child from six to 12 years old). Indulge in symbolic dishes like steamed fish for good fortune and smooth progress, and fresh prawns with wok noodles for a year of happiness. At Red, the hotel’s Chinese restaurant, enjoy curated menus with dishes such as Prosperity Soft-Shell Crab Eight Treasure Yee Sang, Deep Fried Crispy Prawn with Tangerine Pomelo Sauce, and Braised Chinese Mushroom, Abalone, and Bean Curd Roll. The festive menus are available from now until 6 March 2026 and priced from RM2,288 to RM2,588 per table of 10 people.

For reservations at Pullman Kuala Lumpur City Centre, contact +603 2170 8888 or email [email protected].

Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel

Choose from a selection of set menus at Yue, the hotel’s refined Chinese restaurant, all beginning with the auspicious Yee Sang. For tables of 10, opt for the 10-course ‘Ma Dao Cheng Gong’ menu (RM2,988+), with indulgent highlights including Braised Cordyceps Flower with Pan-Fried Fish Maw and Black Truffle, Tiger Prawns, Steamed Soon Hock Fish, and more. For smaller groups (a minimum of two persons), tuck into the nine-course ‘Bu Bu Gao Sheng’ menu. Priced at RM298+ per person, this includes Braised Whole Abalone with Roasted Duck with Arrowhead and Sea Moss as well as Stir Fried Tiger Prawns with Lemongrass and Kaffir Lime Leaves.

Private rooms are also available upon request. For reservations at Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel, contact +6017 228 6098.

AC Hotel Ipoh

Usher in the Year of the Horse with specially curated banquet menus for sumptuous lunch and dinner reunion celebrations from 3 February to 3 March 2026. The Abundance Reunion Set (RM1,888 for 10 pax) serves up Prosperity Salmon Yee Sang, Roasted Duck with Oriental Sauce, and Chilled Mango with Pomelo, featuring Ipoh’s signature fruit.

For reservations, at AC Hotel Ipoh please email [email protected] or call Sales at +6018 623 0828.

Oversea Restaurant

The premier Chinese restaurant chain has begun its celebrations of joyous reunions from now until 3 March 2026. Oversea’s Chinese New Year Set Menus feature treasured Cantonese recipes lovingly preserved since the 1970s, along with premium festive creations. For pork-free gatherings, head over to the Oversea Seafood Restaurant KL at Jalan Tun Razak or EMP KL at The Westin Kuala Lumpur. In addition, the Prosperity Treasure Pot (RM738++ at selected outlets) is a magnificent symbol of abundance, brimming with 16 premium ingredients, available for both delivery and takeaway.

For reservations, visit Oversea Restaurant’s official website for the respective outlets.

Fifty Tales, Petaling Jaya

Mark the Year of the Horse with Fifty Tales’ Chinese New Year Cincai Dinner, returning for its second year in collaboration with Brown-Forman. Available from now until 2 March 2026, the limited-time menu reinterprets nostalgic festive favourites with modern flair, paired with in-house cocktails featuring Woodford Reserve, Gin Mare, and Tequila Herradura. Highlights include a citrus-forward abalone yee sang, dry-aged roasted corn-fed chicken, truffle Hokkien char, and mala-style cabbage with prawns. Set menus for two to six diners are complemented by celebratory Lunar New Year cocktails, making this a spirited, contemporary option for festive gatherings.

Diners who order the Chinese New Year Cincai Dinner set, or who buy a bottle of Benriach 10 Year Old or Glendronach 12 Year Old, will automatically qualify for the restaurant’s Lucky Draw Campaign, with prizes including the Glendronach 21 Year Old, the Benriach 10 Year Old, and a personalised calligraphy painting.

Reservations can be made via the website or by contacting +603 2022 1100.

Resorts World Genting

Malaysia’s premier mountaintop resort recently launched the country’s highest altitude immersive attraction, the Genting SkyWorlds Immersive Studio, which received a spot in the Malaysia Book of Records. The studio reflects the resort’s ongoing focus on immersive entertainment and creative storytelling high above the clouds. A Chinese New Year-themed video—which will be running until 3 March 2026—introduced Tian Ma, an adorable horse, as the official mascot for Chinese New Year 2026. To elevate the festivities, the Genting International Convention Centre has curated a selection of pork-free banquet packages available from now until 31 March. Each package includes five Deluxe Rooms at First World Hotel, with a minimum booking of five tables (from RM2,880 per table of 10 persons) required.

For more information, visit the website.