Chinese New Year is a time for celebration, family gatherings, and delicious food. This year, Dubai offers an array of incredible dining experiences that allow you to celebrate the Lunar New Year in style. Here are some of the best dining offers in Dubai, providing the perfect setting to embrace the joy and prosperity of the New Year.
1. Buddha-Bar
Celebrate the Lunar New Year and welcome the Year of the Wood Snake with a memorable experience at the iconic Buddha Bar. Located with a stunning view of Dubai’s Marina, Buddha-Bar offers a unique blend of classic Pan-Asian and modern cuisine. Indulge in a special set menu for AED 350, featuring dishes like Salmon Sashimi, Prawn Dumplings, Wok-fried Cantonese Beef, and Roasted Duck. End your meal with Mango Pudding or Mochi Ice Cream, and enjoy refreshing Chinese-inspired cocktails while live DJ entertainment sets the mood, all with a breathtaking view of Dubai Marina.
Where: Grosvenor House Dubai – Al Emreef St – Dubai
When: January 28th to February 4th
Cost: AED350 per person for a set menu, plus an additional AED260 for unlimited beverages for two hours
2. Hakkasan Dubai
Hakkasan Dubai at Atlantis, The Palm, invites guests to celebrate the Year of the Snake with an exclusive nine-course menu for AED 738. The menu features Golden “Yuan Bao” with king crab and caviar, Thai snake fruit salad, and smoked Silverhill duck breast inspired by wisdom, charm, and elegance. A special dessert, “Hongbao,” is a mango curry mousse with cashew peanut praline, which adds a sweet finish. Guests can also enjoy festive cocktails like the Xiǎo Lóng and participate in the tradition of hanging wishes on the restaurant’s wishing tree. A lion dance performance will be on January 29th to further enhance the celebration.
Where: The Palm – Atlantis The Palm, Dubai – Crescent Rd – Dubai
When: January 28th to February 12th from 6 pm to 11:45 pm
Cost: AED =738 per person for a Nine-course Set Chinese New Year menu
3. Ling Ling
Ling Ling at Atlantis The Royal offers a unique menu celebrating the Lunar New Year, with dishes like crispy chow mien with smoked duck and steamed razor clams starting from AED 130. Guests can enjoy these exclusive dishes alongside the à la carte menu paired with Rattlesnake Highball cocktails or Serpentine mocktails. The Ling Ling Ultra Lounge is open Thursday to Saturday for late-night fun, featuring bottle service, handcrafted beverages, and top-tier entertainment.
Where: Atlantis The Royal – Crescent Rd – Palm Jumeirah – Dubai
When: January 28th to February 7th from 6 pm to 1 am
Cost: AED130 per person
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4. Toshi
Toshi welcomes guests to ring in the Chinese New Year on January 29th. The evening features an exquisite buffet with Chinese classics like dim sum, sushi, sashimi, and live cooking stations serving Peking and crispy aromatic duck. To enhance the celebration, they will also provide complimentary mooncakes and fortune cookies for everyone to enjoy. With breathtaking views, exceptional service, and an elegant setting, Toshi is the perfect place to welcome the Year of the Snake.
Where: 18th Floor, Grand Millennium Dubai Hotel, Grand Millennium – Dubai
When: January 29th from 7 pm to 11 pm
Cost: AED 329 per person for the Chinese Buffet, AED 99 per person includes 2 hours of house beverages, and AED 149 consists of 3 hours of house beverages
5. MOLI By SHI
MOLI in Dubai Hills is excited to celebrate the Chinese New Year from January 27th to February 2nd by offering a delightful selection of eight traditional Chinese dishes. On January 28th and 29th, guests can indulge in a special five-course menu for AED 299, which includes an optional beverage package to enhance the experience. The restaurant will be beautifully decorated with Chinese lanterns and feature live entertainment, including traditional Guzheng music, a captivating Lion Dance, and a mesmerising Hand Fan performance. Additionally, attendees can participate in the festive spirit by hanging red envelopes on bonsai trees as a gesture of wishing for prosperity.
Where: Dubai Hills Business Park, Building 4 – Dubai
When: January 27th to February 2nd
Cost: AED299 per person for the set menu, including soft beverages and an additional AED 100 for 2 hours of house beverages
6. Creek Kitchen
Ring in the Chinese New Year at Creek Kitchen with a vibrant spread of dishes like Mongolian Stir Fry, Hot Pot, and Satay Skewers. Enjoy flavorful mains such as miso-glazed roast chicken and Chinese-spiced duck, followed by sweet treats like fortune cookies and Sago pudding. The celebration also includes traditional entertainment on the first and last day of the festivities.
Where: Marriott Marquis Dubai, Jewel of the Creek – Port Saeed – Dubai
When: January 19th to January 29th from 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm
Cost: AED185 per person
7. Trader Vic’s Palm Jumeirah
Celebrate Chinese New Year at Trader Vic’s, Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah, on February 1st with a special themed brunch. Savour various island-inspired dishes, large sharing platters, and meats cooked to perfection in their Chinese wood oven. The event also features live entertainment, creating a lively atmosphere full of festive energy and good fortune!
Where: Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah, Lobby Level, Palm West Beach – The Palm Jumeirah – Dubai
When: February 1st from 1 pm to 4 pm
Cost: AED299 for the soft package, AED 349 for the house package and AED 399 for the premium package
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8. Ewaan
Ring in the Chinese New Year at Ewaan, Palace Downtown, with a luxurious buffet offering a variety of delicacies, including seafood, sushi, carvery, Asian specialities, and indulgent desserts, all for AED 350 per person. The venue boasts beautiful decorations for the occasion, and guests can enjoy live performances and traditional dances, creating a vibrant atmosphere to celebrate the Year of the Snake.
Where: Palace Downtown 9770 – L2 – Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd – Downtown Dubai – Dubai
When: January 29th to February 2nd from 7 pm to 10:30 pm
Cost: AED350 per person
9. Salvaje Dubai
Celebrate Chinese New Year at Salvaje with a one-of-a-kind 5-course meal that combines bold Latin American flavours with Japanese techniques. Start with dishes like the Salvaje Salad and Avocado Ceviche, followed by the signature Salvaje Roll or the plant-based Aubergine Maki. For the main course, enjoy Roasted Salmon or miso-marinated Corn-Fed Baby Chicken, and finish with a creatively crafted dessert that showcases Salvaje’s culinary flair. At AED 300 per person, this exceptional experience is the perfect way to welcome the Year of the Snake.
Where: Opera District – Address Residences – Downtown Dubai – Dubai
When: January 28th to February 12th
Cost: AED300 per person for a 5-course menu
10. Tenggara
Welcome the Lunar New Year at Tenggara, Park Regis Kris Kin Hotel Dubai, from January 20th to February 12th. Indulge in special dishes like Lo Hei Yee Sang, Singapore Chili Prawns, Hong Kong Steamed Chicken, and the traditional Nian Gao for dessert. Celebrate the Year of the Snake with a memorable dining experience, whether in the restaurant or through home delivery.
Where: Park Regis Kris Kin Hotel, 68X2+MHW – Dubai
When: January20th to February 12th
11. Demon Duck By Alvin Leung
Mark the Year of the Snake at Demon Duck, Banyan Tree Dubai, from January 27th to February 2nd. Enjoy a special menu for AED 620 per person (AED 820 with house beverages), featuring dishes like Lo Hei Slaw RAW, slow-roasted Demon Duck, grilled lobster, and Long Life Noodles. The experience includes a Lion Dance performance on January 28th and 29th, plus a sweet Demon Dessert Platter to finish. When you bring a group of five or more people together, you’ll enjoy a generous 25% discount on your purchase.
Where: Banyan Tree – Bluewaters Island – Dubai
When: January 27th to February 2nd
Cost: AED620 for the soft package and AED820 for the house package
Dubai offers various exceptional Chinese New Year dining experiences, each promising to elevate your celebration with unique flavours, festive traditions, and a touch of luxury.
Cover Image Courtesy: Toshi and Moli
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