Celebrate Chinese New Year in Dubai

As the vibrant Chinese New Year approaches, falling on Wednesday, January 29, Dubai is gearing up for a spectacular celebration. Join in the festivities of the Lunar New Year, also known as the year of the snake, with an array of exciting events and delectable dining options across the city. From lavish feasts at renowned Chinese restaurants to family-friendly festivities, here’s your guide to the best places to celebrate Chinese New Year in Dubai.

Top Destinations for Chinese New Year Celebrations in Dubai

Barfly by Buddha Bar

Event Details: Barfly by Buddha-Bar is hosting an extravagant Chinese New Year brunch that promises an evening filled with lively festivities and exquisite dishes. Enjoy free-flowing drinks paired with a delightful selection of Asian-fusion bites, ensuring a lively start to the new year.

Price: Dhs365 (soft), Dhs445 (house), Dhs545 (premium). Date: Saturday, February 1, from 7pm. For reservations, visit barflydubai.ae or call (04 230 0073).

Creek Kitchen

Event Details: Indulge in a bountiful feast at Creek Kitchen, where a vast array of Chinese-inspired dishes awaits. From Mongolian stir-fry to a hot pot and tempura station, this buffet dinner is designed to bring you good fortune. Don’t forget to search for a lucky coin hidden within your dumpling!

Price: Dhs185 per person. Dates: January 19 – January 29, 6.30pm-10.30pm. Location: Marriott Marquis Dubai, Jewel of the Creek. For more information, visit marriott.com or call (054 247 7565).

Demon Duck

Event Details: Welcome the year of the snake with a specially curated set menu at Demon Duck, featuring a modern twist on traditional flavors. Start your meal with a delightful dim sum basket, followed by the signature slow-roasted demon duck served with long life noodles. Don’t miss the dessert platter and be entertained by a Lion Dancer on January 28 and 29!

Price: Dhs620 per person (soft), Dhs820 (house). Dates: January 27 – February 2, open daily from 6pm to midnight. Visit banyantree.com or call (04 556 6401) for details.

Hakkasan

Event Details: Begin your evening at Hakkasan by writing your wishes for the year on a red ribbon and tying it to the restaurant walls. Delight in a special nine-course menu themed around the year of the snake, featuring dishes like golden yan baos with king crab, Silverhill duck breast, and a Thai snake fruit salad. Conclude your meal with a lucky red envelope dessert and a themed mixed drink.

Price: Dhs738 per person. Dates: January 28 – February 12, 6pm-11.45pm. Location: Atlantis the Palm. For more information, visit atlantis.com or call (04 426 2626).

Hawkerboi

Event Details: Dive into a unique New Year menu at Hawkerboi, featuring tantalizing dishes such as spicy beef dumplings and mushroom spring rolls. Enjoy lamb ribs and the signature crab doughnut, followed by steamed sea bass or roast duck. Guests will receive a fortune cookie with a surprise gift as they leave, making it a delightful start to the year!

Price: Dhs240 per person. Dates: January 23 – January 29, open Sunday to Thursday from 6pm to midnight, and Friday to Saturday from 6pm to 1am. Location: The Park, JLT. Visit eatx.com or call (050 427 5217) for more information.

IMG Worlds of Adventure

Event Details: Experience the excitement of the Lunar New Year at IMG Worlds of Adventure, where the entire park will be beautifully decorated in red. Enjoy traditional Chinese foods, including dumplings, and watch captivating dragon and lion dances while exploring the park’s thrilling rides.

Price: From Dhs365. Celebrations run from January 15 to February 16. Open Sunday to Thursday from noon to 10pm, and Friday to Saturday from noon to 10pm. For more details, visit imgworldsofadventure.com or call (04 403 8888).

Ling Ling

Event Details: Visit the upscale Atlantis the Royal restaurant, Ling Ling, where you can sample a selection of special Lunar New Year à la carte dishes starting from Dhs130. Enjoy crispy chow mein with sliced duck breast, steamed razor clams, and don’t miss out on the serpentine mixed drink and snake-themed dessert.

Dates: January 28 – February 7, 6pm-1am. Location: Atlantis the Royal, Palm Jumeirah. For reservations, visit linglingdubai.com or call (056 997 1642).

Mott 32

Event Details: Join Mott 32 for a series of exciting events to ring in the Year of the Snake. Starting January 27, savor a curated menu featuring Chinese delicacies, from crab roe soup dumplings to Cantonese honey chicken puffs. Enjoy special entertainment on January 28, followed by a five-course paired grape experience on January 29. On February 1, the signature brunch will transform into a dazzling Chinese New Year celebration.

Price: Prices vary. Dates: January 27 – February 1. Location: Address Beach Resort. For more information, visit mott32.com or call (04 278 4832).

Palazzo Versace

Event Details: Indulge in a Chinese-themed high tea at the luxurious Palazzo Versace Hotel. Enjoy traditional performances while sipping on specially themed teas, complemented by an exquisite selection of nibbles, including smoked duck salad and Chinese baos.

Price: Dhs420 (per stand). Dates: January 28 – February 2, 10.30am-7pm. Location: Palazzo Versace Dubai, Al Jaddaf. For reservations, visit palazzoversace.ae or call (04 556 8888).

Shang Palace

Event Details: Experience a special set menu at Shang Palace, featuring delectable Cantonese dishes. Don’t miss the dim sum platter featuring abalone and wagyu puff, followed by wok-baked lamb chops, and finish with a delightful sweet soup paired with pineapple cookies.

Price: Dhs388 per person. Dates: January 28 – February 3, open noon-3pm, 6pm-11pm. Location: Shangri-La Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road. For reservations, visit shangpalacedubai.com or call (04 405 2760).

Tang Town

Event Details: For those celebrating with friends, Tang Town offers group set menus featuring mouth-watering dishes like roasted Peking duck, braised abalone, and brown sugar rice cake. Private dining rooms are available for a more intimate experience.

Price: Dhs1,988 (four-person), Dhs6,888 (six-person), Dhs8,888 (eight-person), Dhs12,999 (ten-person), Dhs20,888 (sixteen-person). Dates: January 28 – February 12. Open daily from 10am-1am. Visit tangtownrestaurant.com or call (04 431 2888) for more information.

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