As the vibrant energy of the Year of the Horse gallops into the city, finding the perfect venue for your Chinese New Year dinner is the top priority for families and businesses alike. For Chinese New Year 2026, Kuala Lumpur’s top hotels and restaurants are pulling out all the stops with decadent set menus and the ever-popular reunion dinner buffet.

Top Dining Destinations for Your Chinese New Year 2026 Dinner

PARKROYAL COLLECTION Kuala Lumpur

Experience a lush, garden-in-the-city vibe at PARKROYAL COLLECTION. Their flagship restaurant, Thyme, provides a theatrical dining experience with live kitchens, while the Botanist Lounge & Bar offers a more relaxed, refined setting for festive tea. It is an ideal choice for those who want a modern, vibrant atmosphere for their 2026 Chinese New Year celebrations. Keep this hotel in mind when you’re looking for spots for to celebrate your Chinese New Year 2026 dinner.

• Live Kitchen Prosperity Buffet (12 Jan – 12 Feb): MYR 148 nett (Adult) | MYR 74 nett (Child)
• Reunion Seafood Buffet (16 – 17 Feb): MYR 258 nett (Adult) | MYR 129 nett (Child)
• Grand Opulence Yee Sang: Starting from MYR 88 (Vegetarian) to MYR 218 (10-Head Abalone).
• Prosperity Afternoon Tea: MYR 188 nett for 2 persons.

Imperial Lexis Kuala Lumpur

Imperial Lexis offers a sky-high retreat with breathtaking views of the city skyline. For Chinese New Year 2026, they are focusing on “Imperial Elegance,” blending traditional Cantonese banquets at The Imperial Phoenix with modern Japanese fine dining at UMI. It’s the “it” spot for a sophisticated Chinese New Year 2026 dinner in Kuala Lumpur.

• Imperial Phoenix Set Menus: Starting from RM2,888 nett for 10 pax.
• UMI Japanese 5-Course Set: High-end Japanese fusion for a unique reunion.
• Springtime Soirée High Tea: Featuring the festive “La Mos Gin Fizz” cocktail.

EQ Kuala Lumpur

The legendary Golden Phoenix pop-up returns to EQ, reviving a culinary legacy that dates back to the 1970s. Led by Executive Chinese Chef David Yee, the menu is a masterclass in Cantonese and Szechuan flavours. This is arguably the most prestigious reservation to secure for your Chinese New Year 2026 dinner.

• Set Menus: Ranging from RM178+ to RM698+ per person (min. 4 pax).
• Premium Poon Choy: RM688+ per pot.
• Traditional Roast Duck: RM288+ (served two ways).
• Banquet Packages: Starting from RM3,288+ per table of 10.

Oversea Restaurant

A household name for generations, Oversea Restaurant bridges heritage with innovation. Their 2026 concept, “Golden Horse Embraces a Golden Start,” features time-honoured signatures and new gourmet creations. Their newly revitalised Sri Petaling outlet is a premier choice for grand corporate gatherings. This is a perfect place for your Chinese New Year 2026 dinner!

• Prosperity Treasure Pot (Poon Choi): RM738++ (serves a crowd).
• Yee Sang Toss: Starting from RM78++.
• Signature Claypot Rice: A must-try for the nostalgic smoky aroma.
• New Dishes: Braised Pork Trotter (RM138++) and Stir-fried Crystal Prawn (RM90++).

Sheraton Petaling Jaya

Sheraton PJ provides a versatile range of options, from the elegant Yue Chinese Restaurant to the sprawling Chinese New Year 2026 dinner buffet at Feast. Whether you are seeking an intimate vegetarian meal or a massive 10-course feast with a rotating glass table, they have tailored options for every guest.

• Yue 10-Course Feast: RM2,388++ to RM2,988++ per table.
• Yue Individual Sets: From RM268+ per person (min. 2 pax).
• Reunion Buffet Dinner (16 Feb): RM188+ (Adult) | RM94+ (Child).
• Festive Hampers: From RM250+ to RM888+

Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral

Aloft brings a “retro-chic” energy to your Chinese New Year 2026 dinner. With a theme of “Gallop into Fortune,” the hotel features a DIY Yee Sang station and a lobby transformed into a traditional courtyard aesthetic. It is perfect for families looking for a fun, vibrant atmosphere.

• Reunion Dinner Buffet (16 Feb): RM188 nett per person.
• Lunch Buffet (17 – 18 Feb): RM158 nett per person.
• Lucky Strides To-Go: Roasted Duck (RM288 nett) or Goma Nori Chicken (RM288 nett) sets.
• Yee Sang Takeaway: Starting from RM108 nett.

The Westin Kuala Lumpur

The Living Room at The Westin focuses on “Eternal Prosperity” with an extensive spread curated by Chef de Cuisine David Poh. Their standout feature is the unique Avocado Plum Sauce served with all five variations of their Yee Sang, offering a creamy, healthy twist to the traditional toss.

• Reunion Buffet Dinner (16 Feb): RM188 nett (Adult) | RM94 nett (Child).
• Yee Sang Takeaway: RM168 nett to RM288 nett.
• Discount: 15% off for Marriott Bonvoy and Club Marriott members.

Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur

Lai Po Heen at Mandarin Oriental remains the pinnacle of luxury. Their Chinese New Year 2026 dinner offerings focus on premium, artisanal ingredients. For those hosting high-level reunions, their “Supreme Treasure Pot” and lobster-topped Yee Sang are the ultimate status symbols of wealth and abundance.

• CNY Set Menus: Available for lunch and dinner (two seatings on peak dates).
• Yee Sang Variations: From RM98 to RM988 nett (includes Lobster and Caviar options).
• Treasure Pot (Poon Chooi): From RM1,688 nett (Early bird RM1,388 if booked by 31 Jan).

Le Meridien Putrajaya

Under the theme “Gallop into Prosperity,” Le Méridien Putrajaya’s signature restaurant, Le Mei, offers a masterful balance of Cantonese tradition and modern luxury for the Year of the Horse. Chef Lim and his team have curated four opulent set menus featuring symbolic standouts like sizzling Dalian Abalone and Sichuan-style Jumbo Tiger Prawns, alongside a creative Otak-Otak Fried Rice. For those preferring a grand spread, Latest Recipe hosts the “Tuan Yuan” Prosperity Buffet, offering a vast international selection alongside festive classics.

• Le Mei Set Menus: From RM1,690 nett (5 pax) to RM3,788 nett (10 pax).
• Tuan Yuan Buffet: From RM148 nett (Lunch) to RM188 nett (Dinner).
• Signature Yee Sang: Varieties include Snow Pear, Salmon and Whole Abalone (from RM65).
• Early Bird: 15% off set menus when booked by 20 January 2026.

Putrajaya Marriott Hotel

For a celebration rooted in momentum and success, head to the renowned Summer Palace. Their 2026 theme, “Ride into Prosperity,” is led by new Executive Chinese Chef Linus Mak. The menu focuses on high-energy, symbolic dishes that blend authentic Cantonese roots with contemporary finesse, perfect for large family reunions or corporate high-fliers looking for a refined atmosphere.

• Prosperity & Fortune Sets: RM1588 nett to RM1788 nett per table for 10 (includes a complimentary bottle of wine).
• Signature Highlights: Roasted “Pei Pa” Chicken and Wok-Fried Tiger Prawns with a hint of truffle.
• Unique Yee Sang: Served with a signature house-made pineapple dressing for a tangy, prosperous start.
• Availability: 2 January to 3 March 2026.

Four Points by Sheraton KLCC

Chinese New Year celebrations are vibrant as ever at Four Points by Sheraton KLCC! If you’re a fan of big flavours, you have to check out Sichuan Kitchen. Their “Spice of Prosperity” lineup is the star of the show this year. Whether you’re after a fancy set menu, a private dining experience, or an all-you-can-eat hot pot buffet — they’ve got it all covered. Apart from Sichuan Kitchen, The Mesh is also hosting some seriously indulgent buffet spreads that you won’t want to miss!

• Spice of Prosperity Chinese New Year Set Menu at Sichuan Kitchen (2 Feb – 3 Mar): MYR 258 nett (Adult) | MYR 129 nett (Child)
• Spice of Prosperity Exclusive Private Dining at Sichuan Kitchen (2 Feb – 3 Mar): MYR 2888 nett (for 10 – 12 persons)
• Spice of Prosperity Reunion Hot Pot Dinner Buffet at Sichuan Kitchen (Feb 16 – Feb 18): MYR 238 nett (Adult) | MYR 119 nett (Child)
• Chinese New Year Reunion Dinner Buffet at The Mesh (16 Feb): MYR 198 nett (Adult) | MYR 99 nett (Child)
• Chinese New Year Dinner Buffet at The Mesh (Feb 17 & Feb 18): MYR 188 nett (Adult) | MYR 94 nett (Child)

Renaissance Kuala Lumpur

If you’re feeling a bit feasted out and want something a little lighter, head over to R Bar at Renaissance Kuala Lumpur. They’re doing a Chinese New Year afternoon tea, or, as they’ve brilliantly named it, a “Prosperi-Tea.”

• Afternoon Prosperi-tea (2 Feb – 3 Mar):  MYR 168 nett for 2 persons

Whether you choose a sky-high feast overlooking the skyline or a nostalgic meal at a heritage favourite, Chinese New Year 2026 dinner in the city promises to be an unforgettable celebration of flavours and family. With the Year of the Horse symbolising strength and forward momentum, there is no better way to kick off the lunar cycle than with a spectacular Chinese New Year 2026 dinner. Since the best reunion dinner buffet spots and premium set menus are already seeing high demand, we recommend securing your reservations early to ensure a prosperous and stress-free start to the festivities.