Ring in the Dragon Year with the Top Reunion Dinner Spots in the Klang Valley
The Lunar New Year is a time for families and friends to gather for joyous celebrations. And what better way to celebrate than with a delicious reunion dinner?
This year, ditch the cooking and treat your loved ones to an unforgettable dining experience at one of Klang Valley’s top restaurants. Whether you’re looking for traditional fare or modern twists, budget-friendly options or luxurious feasts, there’s something for everyone.
MANDARIN ORIENTAL: LAI PO HEEN
Immerse yourself in opulent luxury at Mandarin Oriental’s Lai Po Heen. Exquisitely crafted exclusive set menus await to tantalize your taste buds and usher in prosperity. Choose from themes like Seasons Peace, Prosperity, Fortune, and Wealth, each boasting a unique selection of auspicious dishes. Each set menu surprises with a delectable fusion of East and West. Indulge in oven-baked Australian baby lobster bathed in a luxurious foie gras sauce, or savour the delicate flavours of Japanese stir-fried scallops dancing with crisp asparagus and succulent shrimp.
Vegetarian and vegan diners can revel in a specially curated plant-based menu, ensuring everyone can partake in the joyous feast.
Of course, no Lunar New Year celebration is complete without the vibrant spectacle of Yee Sang. All set menus (except the Vegan option) come adorned with this celebratory salad, promising a joyous start to the new year with every toss.
From RM 988 (Seasons Peace) | RM 768 (Wealth) | RM 588 (Prosperity) | RM 468 (Fortune) | RM 228 per person (Vegan).
Address: Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
RITZ CARLTON: LI YEN
The Ritz-Carlton’s Michelin-selected Cantonese haven. Executive Chef Alex Au has handcrafted 6 exquisite set menus, aptly named “The Reunion Stars,” for both lunch and dinner, each showcasing 8 signature dishes designed to tantalize your taste buds and fill your table with auspicious abundance.
Whether you choose the Prosperity Set, brimming with auspicious ingredients, the Longevity Set focused on seafood delicacies, or any of the other four curated menus, each journey promises a delectable exploration of Cantonese culinary artistry.
From RM 388+ per person (lunch) | RM 2,588+ per table of 10 (dinner)
Address: 168, Jln Imbi, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
FOUR SEASONS: YUN HOUSE
Executive Chef Jimmy Wong has meticulously crafted three enticing set menus: Fortuity, Auspicious, and Majestic, each brimming with innovative fusion delights. Expect the unexpected as international flavours waltz with classic Chinese techniques. Think succulent European lobster dancing in a fiery chopping chilli and crab roe ramen, a symphony of spice and umami in every bite.
From RM 598 per person (Majestic) | RM 888 per person (Auspicious) | RM 1288 per person (Fortuity) | Minimum four people required.
Address: 145, Jln Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
EQ KUALA LUMPUR: GOLDEN PHOENIX
Kuala Lumpur’s dining royalty, Golden Phoenix, is making a comeback! This Lunar New Year, dive into the delicious revival of this Cantonese and Szechuan sensation. Explore six meticulously curated set menus, each offering an array of authentic Cantonese dishes. Indulge in the rich heritage of flavours as Golden Phoenix comes to life in this exclusive pop-up event.
From RM 198+ per person.
Address: EQ, Equatorial Plaza, Jln Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
SHANGRI-LA: SHANG PLACE
Celebrate the Year of the Dragon like royalty at Shang Palace! Michelin-starred Chef Daniel Cheung crafts four opulent eight-course menus under the Imperial Lunar New Year banner, promising a feast fit for an emperor. Indulge in culinary masterpieces like braised South African candy heart abalone, pan-fried foie gras with roasted suckling pig, and sautéed Boston lobster in superior stock. Vegetarians rejoice! The refined Joyous set menu boasts innovative plant-based delights like Fortune Longevity Yee Sang with marmoreal mushroom, braised morel mushroom with asparagus, and five-grain fried rice.
From RM 188+ per person.
Address: 11, Jln Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
FIFTY TALES
This beloved Seapark noodle bar unveils their Cincai Dinner menu, a celebration of aromatic home-cooked delights with a modern twist. Taste the smoky whispers of pu-erh tea-infused corn-fed chicken leg, let the vibrant spring onion chimichurri dance on your palate with succulent pork ribs, and warm your soul with claypot glutinous rice nestled with 32-day aged duck ham. And no festive feast is complete without Fifty Tales’ signature yee sang: a vibrant salad dressed in their secret-recipe plum sauce and crowned with delicate, in-house cured red snapper.
For more information visit www.fiftytales.com
RUMA: The librari
Why stick to the same old Chinese New Year routine when you can level up with a Chinese New Year high tea?
The LIBRARI at Ruma Hotel is rolling out the red carpet for “Red Lantern Delights,” a Chinese New Year-themed afternoon tea that’s as fancy as it sounds. Each dish is like a little masterpiece, packed with symbolic goodness – from the King Fish Pie Tee for prosperity to the Entremet Lychee for a touch of romance, and don’t even get us started on the Traditional Pineapple Tarts bringing in all the good luck vibes. LIBRARI’s high teas are already fancy, but this CNY edition is next level fun!
From RM 118+ per person | RM 228+ for two.
For more information visit theruma.com
No matter your taste or budget, these MONO approved restaurants offer a unique and delectable way to celebrate the Lunar New Year with your loved ones. So gather your chopsticks, raise a toast to prosperity, and get ready to feast like royalty!
