Chinese New Year in the city has always been shaped by kinetic energy. The rush home, the flurry of preparation, the clatter of plates and chopsticks as families gather around tables laden with meaning. In the Year of the Fire Horse, that sense of energy feels amplified, more forward-driven, expressive, and restless. Yet the season still asks us to return. To sit. To eat together. To mark continuity through dishes that carry memory, symbolism, and intention.
What has changed is the shape of reunion itself. Today’s families are often smaller, more fluid, and less bound to a single ceremonial night, especially in the big city. This guide brings together reunion dining experiences that reflect that reality, from long-established Cantonese dining rooms to contemporary hotel restaurants, regional Chinese kitchens, and distinctly Malaysian interpretations that move with the spirit of the Fire Horse.
Summer Palace, Putrajaya Marriott Hotel
Summer Palace presents a classic Cantonese reunion dining experience shaped by structure, generosity, and a sense of occasion. Led by Executive Chinese Chef Linus Mak, the “Ride into Prosperity” festive menus are offered as tables of 10, making them well suited for extended family gatherings and corporate-hosted reunions. The menus progress through nourishing soups, roasted signatures, seafood dishes symbolising abundance, and traditional festive sweets, with highlights such as double-boiled free-range chicken consommé with Chinese herbs, signature roasted “pei pa” chicken, wok-fried tiger prawns, and braised bean curd with fish maw and dried oyster. Set away from the city centre, Summer Palace lends itself to unhurried reunion meals enjoyed across the Chinese New Year period
Ride into Prosperity at Summer Palace
Dates: 2 January to 3 March 2026
Prices: From RM1,588 nett per table of 10 (Menus)
Reservations via +60 3 8949 8888, or contact Jin or Stella.
For more information, visit Putrajaya Marriott Hotel.
ATAS, The RuMa Hotel & Residences
Standing out from the pack, ATAS sees Chinese New Year through a distinctly Malaysian lens, centering the season on renewal and well-being over communal traditions. In collaboration with Virtue TCM, the Malaysian restaurant helmed by Executive Chef Suhalmi presents Chinese New Year set menus inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine, weaving restorative herbs into multi-course experiences. Offered in both lunch and dinner formats with per-person pricing, the menus are especially accessible for smaller family gatherings and intimate celebrations.
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Chinese New Year Set Menus at ATAS
Dates 5 January to 24 February 2026
Prices: Lunch from RM88+ per person, Dinner from RM228+ per person (Menus)
Reservations via +60 3 2778 0888 or reservations@theruma.com
For more information, visit The RuMa Hotel & Residences.
Toh Yuen, Hilton Petaling Jaya
Toh Yuen approaches Chinese New Year with a firmly traditional Cantonese reunion dining programme centred on symbolism, generosity, and familiarity. For the Year of the Horse, Executive Chef Dexter Lai presents a series of auspicious set menus designed for shared celebration, offered in formats for six or ten guests to suit different family sizes. Highlights include roasted Cherry Valley duck with braised mustard greens, steamed French turbot with dried orange peel and ginger, and claypot rice layered with Cantonese cured meats. With its structured menus, warm service, and dependable execution, Toh Yuen remains a reliable choice for families seeking continuity and clarity in their reunion meals throughout the Chinese New Year period.
Strides of Abundance at Toh Yuen
Dates: 5 January to 3 March 2026
Prices: From RM1,688 nett per table of 6; From RM2,388nett per table of 10 (Menus)
Reservations via SevenRooms, +603 7955 9122, Whatsapp or PETHI_FB@hilton.com
For more information, visit Hilton Petaling Jaya.
Yun House, Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Yun House approaches Chinese New Year with a luxurious Cantonese reunion experience that prioritises refinement and pacing over excess. For the Year of the Horse, Executive Chinese Chef Jimmy Wong presents three set menus—Majestic, Auspicious and Fortuity—each opening with a signature yee sang, including a smoked salmon and black truffle interpretation. The menus progress through classic dishes such as steamed European lobster with rice vermicelli and braised premium abalone with winter melon and sun-dried oyster, allowing the meal to unfold comfortably over conversation. With set menus starting from a minimum of four guests and a dedicated vegetarian option available, Yun House caters equally well to intimate family tables and larger reunion gatherings across the festive season.
Chinese New Year Feastings at Yun House
Dates: 15 January to 3 March 2026
Prices: RM588–1388 per person, min. 4 guests (Menus)
Reservations via +60 3 2382 8602 or yunhouse.kualalumpur@fourseasons.com
For more information, visit Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur.
China House, Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur at KL Midtown
China House marks its first Chinese New Year since opening with a reunion dining programme that feels deliberate and confidently structured. Led by Executive Chinese Chef Alan Shao, the menus draw from Northern Chinese, Cantonese, and Sichuan influences, opening with the Fengshengshuiqi yee sang of poached sliced chicken and fresh salmon before progressing to dishes such as Rambutan wood-fired Peking duck carved tableside, double-boiled soups, steamed spotted red grouper, and honey-glazed wagyu beef. Designed for modern family dynamics, the set menus cater neatly to both 4–6 pax tables and larger 8–10 person gatherings, positioning China House as a flexible new address for reunion dining throughout the festive season.
Chinese New Year at China House
Dates: 19 January to 3 March 2026
Prices: RM2288+ for 4-6 guests, or RM3988+ for 8-10 guests (Menus)
e-Vouchers available on the official online store here.
Reservations via KULRK-FB.Reservation@hyatt.com
For more information, visit Hyatt Regency KL Midtown.
Shang Palace, Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur
Shang Palace delivers Chinese New Year dining with the assurance of a seasoned Cantonese institution. Executive Sous Chef Beh Chew Tai presents a range of auspicious set menus alongside à la carte and dim sum options, making it easy to celebrate across multiple visits rather than a single night. The menus highlight polished classics such as yee sang with abalone and caviar, steamed Sabah deep-sea grouper, and roasted duck with truffle accents. With set menus available from as few as two persons and a dedicated vegetarian option alongside meat-centric courses, Shang Palace is equally well suited for intimate family tables, corporate-hosted reunions, and festive dining throughout the Chinese New Year season.
Feast of Fortune at Shang Palace
Dates: 12 January to 3 March 2026
Prices: RM238–498 nett per person, min. 2 guests (Menus)
Reservations via Shangri-La Boutique, +60 3 2786 2378, or dining.KL@shangri-la.com
For more information, visit Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur.
Sichuan Kitchen, Four Points by Sheraton KLCC
Sichuan Kitchen offers a bold alternative to Cantonese-led Chinese New Year dining, framing reunion meals around the communal, flavour-forward spirit of Sichuan cuisine. Led by Sichuan-native Chef Justin Song, the festive programme centres on structured set menus that showcase authentic regional flavours built on spice, depth, and balance, providing a clear, full-course reunion experience for families who prefer defined pacing. Alongside the set menus, a signature hotpot buffet is available for those seeking a more interactive, casual gathering. This dual-format approach makes Sichuan Kitchen particularly appealing for families looking to celebrate Chinese New Year differently, while still preserving the sense of togetherness that anchors reunion dining.
Spice of Prosperity at Sichuan Kitchen
Dates: 2 February to 3 March 2026
Prices: RM258 nett per adult, RM129 nett per child, min. 4 guests
Reunion Hot Pot Dinner Buffet
Dates: 16 to 18 February 2026
Prices: RM238 nett per adult, RM119 nett per child
Reservations via SevenRooms, +60 3 2706 9099 or Whatsapp.
Discounts: 20% off bookings before 10 February 2026
For more information, visit Four Points by Sheraton KLCC.
YEN, W Kuala Lumpur
Following its full revamp last year, YEN at W welcomes the Chinese New Year with a contemporary Cantonese reunion experience that balances expression with restraint. For the Year of the Horse, Executive Chinese Chef Tan Kim Weng presents the “Reins of Prosperity” set menus, reworking traditional flavours through a design-forward lens that feels celebratory without stiffness. The offerings are structured to suit different styles of gathering, with per-person sets alongside table formats for four, six or ten guests, making YEN adaptable for both intimate family dinners and larger reunions. With its refreshed space, confident flavours, and scalable menus, YEN offers a modern interpretation of festive dining that respects tradition while embracing momentum.
Reunion Rein at Great Room
Dates: 16 February only
Prices: From RM1,688+ per table of 6; From RM1,688+ per table of 10 (Menus)
Reunion Rein at YEN
Dates: 1 January to 3 March 2026
Prices: From RM268+ person; From RM1,688+ per table of 4 (Menus)
Reservations via Whatsapp, +60 3 2786 8888, or bf.wkualalumpur@whotels.com
For more information, visit W Kuala Lumpur.
Li Yen, The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur
MICHELIN Selected Li Yen frames Chinese New Year dining through the lens of classic Cantonese ceremony, offering reunion meals that prioritise familiarity, polish, and a clear sense of occasion. For the Year of the Horse, Executive Chinese Chef Alex Au presents “The Reunion Stars,” a curated selection of festive dishes that highlight symbolism and shared enjoyment, from prosperity barbequed suckling pig to Hong Kong–style waxed meat clay pot rice, alongside an extensive repertoire of handcrafted dim sum and barbecued specialities. With menus designed for composed, sit-down dining and advance reservations required, Li Yen remains a reliable choice for families seeking a traditional reunion experience rooted in structure and wcontinuity throughout the festive season.
The Reunion Stars at Li Yen
Dates: 3 February to 3 March 2026
Prices: From RM3,398+ per table of 10
Reservations via Whatsapp or li.yen@ritzcarltonkl.com
For more information, visit The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur.
Le Mei, Le Meridien Putrajaya
Le Mei presents a Cantonese reunion dining experience that balances polish with accessibility, making it a strong option for families celebrating outside the city centre. Led by Chef Lim Kian Meng, the Chinese New Year set menus are built around auspicious symbolism and familiar flavours executed with restraint, from steamed seafood and slow-cooked meats to comforting claypot dishes. The menus are thoughtfully structured to suit different group sizes, including a five-person option for smaller gatherings alongside larger ten-person formats for extended family reunions. With private dining spaces and a calm, contemporary setting that supports unhurried meals, Le Mei lends itself well to reunion dinners and celebratory lunches enjoyed throughout the festive period rather than on a single night alone.
Tuan Yuan at Le Mei
Dates: 16 to 28 February 2026
Prices: RM1,690 nett per table of 5; From RM2,288 nett per table of 10 (Menus)
Reservations via +60 3 8689 6888 or dining.lmputrajaya@lemeridien.com
For more information, visit Le Meridien Putrajaya.
The Brasserie, The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur
At The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur, the horse is a long-standing emblem of the Astor legacy and movement, most visibly embodied in the 2.5-ton Botera sculpture anchoring the Drawing Room.
For the Year of the Horse, that symbolism extends to Chinese New Year dining across the hotel. The Brasserie presents a six-course Auspicious Longevity menu with refined interpretations of festive Chinese flavours within a contemporary Western setting, designed for smaller groups and intimate reunions. For larger celebrations, the experience shifts to the hotel’s private dining rooms with the Imperial Grandeur and Imperial Opulence table feasts by Executive Chinese Chef Boon Fei, offering a more ceremonial reunion format grounded in tradition.
Auspicious Longevity at The Brasserie
Dates: Weekdays between 16 January to 3 March 2026
Prices: RM178 nett per person (Menu)
The Imperial Stallion Feast at The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur
Dates: 16 January to 3 March 2026
Prices: Imperial Grandeur from RM458 nett person; Imperial Opulence from RM788 nett per person (Menus)
Reservations via SevenRooms, +60 3-2727 6696 or thebrasserie@stregis.com / dining.kualalumpur@stregis.com
For more information, visit The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur.
Lai Ching Yuen, Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur
Lai Ching Yuen delivers a firmly traditional Cantonese reunion dining experience centred on heritage, generosity, and familiar flavours executed with polish. For the festive season, Executive Chinese Chef Thye Yoon Kong presents a range of Chinese New Year offerings spanning structured set menus, festive à la carte dishes, and dim sum selections, allowing families to celebrate across multiple visits. Highlights include prosperity-focused yee sang, the communal Big Bowl Feast (poon choi), and set menus designed for shared dining with clear progression. With its composed dining room and menus available throughout the New Year period, Lai Ching Yuen is a dependable choice for families who value continuity and a classic reunion setting.
Ride the Year of Fortune at Lai Ching Yuen
Dates: 3 February to 3 March 2026
Prices: From RM2,288++ per table of 10 (Menu)
Reservations via +60 3 2117 4888, WhatsApp, or lcy@millenniumhotels.com
For more information, visit Grand Millenium Kuala Lumpur.
Golden Phoenix, EQ Kuala Lumpur
Golden Phoenix returns to EQ each Lunar New Year as a seasonal pop-up, reviving one of Kuala Lumpur’s most storied Chinese dining names through a reunion experience grounded in continuity and memory. Drawing on more than five decades of Cantonese and Szechuan heritage, the festive set menus focus on familiar flavours and time-honoured techniques, presented with measured contemporary touches. Offered in group formats starting from a minimum of four guests, the menus are designed for shared celebration rather than spectacle, making the limited-time pop-up particularly resonant for families seeking a nostalgic yet relevant reunion meal enjoyed over lunch or dinner across the Chinese New Year period.
Golden Phoenix Pop-Up
Dates: 27 January to 3 March 2026
Prices: From RM178+ per person, minimum 4 guests (Menu)
Reservations via SevenRooms.
For more information, visit EQ Kuala Lumpur.
As the lunar year turns and the Fire Horse sets its pace, these reunion tables become markers of continuity and togetherness. These are dinners to gather, to realign, and to carry tradition forward in the present era—whether shared over a formal reunion dinner, a quieter meal with immediate family or celebrations spread across the season. However you choose to welcome the new year, may you have a prosperous year ahead!
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