As the new moon rises, so begin the auspicious, grand celebrations for Chinese New Year. The nights seem to get a lot less lonely, with people going out and about, and everywhere is adorned with lights, lanterns, and even more red flags than my ex. But Chinese New Year isn’t complete without a big feast, especially in Bangkok.
Read on for where you could take your best company for a great time and indulge in special Chinese New Year menus this season.
[Hero and featured image credit: JW Marriott Bangkok]
Where to dine in Bangkok for Chinese New Year 2024
Phra Nakhon, Capella Bangkok
Chef Kannika Jitsangworn of the beautiful riverside dining spot Phra Nakhon is serving Thai-Chinese delicacies that will make the new year all the more celebratory. You’ll find sustainably-sourced seafood from the west coast of Thailand in their pad mee sua talay, Ranong crab in their pu ob woonsen, and fresh, refreshing vegetables in their lo hei. Come with company, and it’s the perfect occasion to share a Tom Yum broth hot pot made special for the occasion. Be sure to book your tables early.
You can find more information at Capella Bangkok.
Man Ho, JW Marriott Bangkok
Celebrate the auspicious occasion with a choice between a special set menu or a premium dim sum buffet. Executive Chinese Chef Leslie Du’s set menu has all the things Chinese New Year calls for: wok-fried Boston lobster, Peking duck, steamed spotted grouper, and more. The set is huge, and perfect for a sharing session between 10 persons. Or perhaps the dim sum buffet could fit more to your liking, with shrimp siu mai with tobiko caviar, braised marinated fish fillet, and all the flavours you’re familiar with, done correctly and cooked to perfection.
You can find more information at JW Marriott Bangkok.
VIU Restaurant, The St. Regis Bangkok
In an all-you-can-eat experience, the bountiful flavours of China are taking over VIU for lunch on the 10 February and brunch on 11 February. The dishes on display for a limited time are not only amazing in taste, but also have an auspicious meaning in Chinese culture. You’ll find bird’s nest soup representing long life, abalone attracting wealth, Peking duck symbolising happiness and success, and so many more. Complimentary oranges will also be served to your table in accordance to the tradition as tokens of fortune and joy.
You can find more information at The St. Regis Bangkok.
Rain Tree Cafe and The Silk Road, The Athenee Hotel
Welcome to auspicious occasion with a bountiful buffet at Rain Tree Cafe, highlighting locally-sourced, sustainable ingredients. From kung pao chicken and Hong Kong-style pan-fried pork to chow mein noodles live-cooked at the station, you’ll feel like the Empress of China in one sitting. Or perhaps you’ll be more enticed to The Silk Road’s set course menu featuring Chinese delights such as double-boiled superior Chinese New Year soup with oyster and crab meat, or the braised Japanese abalone. Whichever you choose, don’t miss the dragon dance performance from 11.15am onwards.
You can find more information at The Athenee Hotel.
Pagoda Chinese Restaurant, Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queens Park
“Yusheng” or “Prosperity Toss” is a raw fish salad specially eaten during the Chinese New Year. Families and friends gather around with the dish and toss the ingredients in the air with their chopsticks — the higher you can toss, the greater the fortunes. You can participate in that time-honoured tradition at Pagoda, along with special set menus containing Chinese favourites from wok-fried wagyu beef to Hong Kong-style steamed soon hock.
You can find more information at Pagoda Chinese Restaurant.
Summer Palace, InterContinental Bangkok
The kitchen team of Summer Palace is serving a variety of set menus perfect for groups of up to 10 people, containing the auspicious ingredients in Chinese culture from black groupers to tiger prawns. Chinese New Year hampers can also be prepared, perfect for impressing the mother of the bride. If you feel like a Chinese-themed buffet experience is better for you, the Espresso Restaurant on the mezzanine is also beloved for their seafood selection.
You can find more information at InterContinental Bangkok.
Asiatique Ancient Tea House
What’s a more relaxing experience than chowing down on your favourite Chinese dishes as you enjoy the beautiful view of the Chao Phraya river? The newly-opened Asiatique Ancient Tea House is offering a very special selection of auspicious dishes, such as double-boiled fish maw, braised abalone, and golden fish nian gao. A Chinese calligrapher is also be coming to showcase his artform, and share the ancient traditions through paper and brush.
You can find more information at Asiatique Ancient Tea House.
Shang Palace, Shangri-La Bangkok
Traditional Cantonese dish “Poon Choi” is basically a one-pot wonder filled to the brim with premium ingredients served during festivities. Shang Palace is filling their pot with fish maw, braised abalone, sea cucumber, and all the favourites you can think of. Available for both small and large portions, it’s perfect for sharing with some company.
You can find more information at Shangri-La Bangkok.
Mei Jiang, The Peninsula Bangkok
To properly welcome the Year of the Dragon, Mei Jiang is inviting Chef Grace Choy, whose amazine Hong Kong-style cooking with Japanese ingredients has earned her international fame and an award-winning cookbook. Come taste her skills with an exclusive nine-course dinner, with highlights including spicy tiger prawn and vermicelli, as well as the chicken with numb spicy and sour sauce.
You can find more information at The Peninsula Bangkok.
Spice & Barley, Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort
To mark the auspicious occasion, diners at Spice & Barley will be given complimentary Yee Sang salads to toss in the air. After that, make your way to the live stations cooking up a storm of Chinese delicacies. Cantonese goose feet claypot, wok-tossed Shanghai seafood, and more — perfect for both your body, and Instagram.
You can find more information at Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort.
Liu Restaurant, Conrad Bangkok
Liu’s kitchen team has come up with a few choices to celebrate Chinese New Year in Bangkok. Share a grand set menu with the whole family, with highlights including braised fish maw, barbecued Peking duck, and steamed grouper in superior soy sauce. Chow down on an all-you-can-eat dim sum lunch packed to the brim with premium ingredients. You could also simply pop by for Nian Gao (Chinese New Year dessert) and buy a box for a loved one.
You can find more information at Conrad Bangkok.
Tasty Congee
Tasty Congee is celebrating the occasion with lucky cakes, each with its own auspicious meaning. The coconut flavour is in a bright red hue, which symbolises joy and sweetness throughout the year. The golden water chestnut flavour shines in bright gold, wishing you prosperity and wealth. Or perhaps you’d be enticed in trying the dried scallop turnip lucky cake, a savoury treat perfect for family reunions. Plus, it makes for a perfect gift for your loved ones.
You can find more information at Tasty Congee.
Savio Restaurant at Chatrium Grand Bangkok
Welcome the new year in style with a special themed buffet showcasing the diverse flavours of China. Highlights include lobster in XO sauce, steamed abalone, ‘Buddha Jumps Over the Wall’ Soup, and more. Free-flow alcohol deals can be purchased as an option. Each table will get to see a fun lion dance show up close, and is entitled to a lucky draw with fabulous prizes.
You can find more information at Chatrium Grand Bangkok.
Greenhouse Restaurant, Avani Sukhumvit Bangkok
Greenhouse Restaurant is adding traditional Chinese delicacies to their buffet line to welcome the new year. Savour some great Peking duck rolls, fish maw soup with crab meat, drunken chicken, and many more in addition to their international dishes. There will also be a live lion dance performance for that extra touch of fortune.
You can find more information Avani Sukhumvit Bangkok.
Xin Tian Di, Crowne Plaza Bangkok Lumpini Park
Lunch with your family has never been more lively. The kitchen has prepared different sets of tasting menus perfect for the whole table, and the dining experience will be filled with fun and laughter as performers come into for some lively entertainment. Expect a traditional lion dance performance, a fortune teller, and close-up magic coming straight to your table. Perfect for celebrating Chinese New Year in Bangkok.
You can find more information at Crowne Plaza Bangkok Lumpini Park.
Vichayuth Chantan
Digital Writer, Drinks and Dining
Writer by day and skinny legend by night, Vichayuth focuses on the hospitality industry of Thailand. You'll often find him at a bar finding new friends, discovering new drinks, and silently judging you from across the room.
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