Where to Celebrate this Lunar New Year - En Route

Where to Celebrate this Lunar New Year

Where to Eat, Drink & Celebrate in Sydney & Melbourne!

SYDNEY

 

Fat Noodle – Pyrmont

Chef Luke Nguyen will be transforming his iconic restaurant Fat Noodle into a luxury dining destination featuring an opulent six-course banquet, The Lunar Feast, on February 4 for one night only. Their signature restaurants—Sokyo, Cucina Porto, and BLACK Bar and Grill—will showcase exclusive menu offerings, including an indulgent $888 sashimi platter and a premium $888 Wagyu Tenderloin. Immersive entertainment and performances will also be popping up across the property to delight guests and visitors.

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Lilymu – Parramatta

The contemporary Pan-Asian restaurant in Parramatta Square, is celebrating the Year of the Snake with a bespoke $108pp Lunar New Year Banquet, available from 25th January until 2nd February. Menu highlights include dumpling assiette with Layu and black vinegar, roast barramundi with ginger and shallot, and beef short rib with gochujang and perilla.

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Capella Sydney – CBD

Happening from 28th January until 16th February, Capella Sydney is celebrating the Year of the Snake with a unique blend of traditional Chinese cultural experiences and Capella’s signature luxury. Collaborating with various Chinese culturalists and associations to curate a schedule of authentic and unique experiences, ushering in the Lunar New Year with excitement and elegance.

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Arthur – Surry Hills

This Lunar New Year, Surry Hills’ favourite, Arthur, will transform its menu with an exclusive, limited-edition offering available from 29th January to 17th February. Head Chef Juwon Gwak and former Arthur Head Chef Will Lawson have reimagined classic Chinese dishes with a distinctly Australian twist, celebrating the harmony of tradition and local, native produce.

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Opera Bar – Circular Quay

Happening from 29th January to 2nd February, Opera Bar invites guests to soak up the sunshine, sip on cocktails, and enjoy a special Lunar New Year menu, all set against the stunning backdrop of Sydney Harbour. The food lineup features mouthwatering dishes with an Asian-inspired twist, like Pork & Prawn Wontons, Crispy Duck Bao, and Mango Pancakes with Chantilly Cream.

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House Canteen – Circular Quay

Happening 29th January to 9th February, House Canteen, the all-day diner tucked under the Opera House sails, is celebrating the Year of the Snake with bold Asian flavours and festive vibes. The special Lunar New Year menu brings a taste of street food favourites from across Asia, with dishes including Char Siu Pork Spare Ribs, Salt & Pepper Lobster Bites, and Coconut Tapioca with Raspberry and Passionfruit a highlight.

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MELBOURNE

 

Ginger Restaurant – Clayton

Crafted by Award Winning Chef of the Year 2024, Executive Chef Punit Fernande, the exclusive three-course set menu will have guests savouring the finest Southeast Asian cuisine all for an affordable $68.00 per person. Available from 29th January until 4th February, the limited time menu offers festive favourites showcasing authentic Asian flavours, fresh seafood and tasty delights.

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Moonhouse – Balaclava

Available in the week of Lunar New Year, Guests can enjoy an optional $88 per person set menu, starting with the Jasmine Fortune cocktail (Tequila, Jasmine, Lime, Vanilla), followed by dishes like Yusheng Prosperity Salad with scallop, kingfish, and salmon, a variety of dumplings including Wagyu Beef Pot Stickers and Chicken & Prawn Wontons, and mains like Steamed Market Fish in Shaoxing Broth and Longevity Noodles with Crab Butter and Tiger Prawn.

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Yugen – South Yarra

​Set your course to good fortune and celebrate the Year of the Snake with a five-course banquet at Yugen. Indulge in dishes such as Spanner Crab & Corn Tartlets, Rock Oysters, Sashimi, Crispy Pork Belly, Grilled King Prawns, and a dessert special, caramelised pineapple tart. A perfect way to mark Lunar New Year and send wishes for a prosperous and happy year to come. Available for one week only, from Wed 29 Jan – Sun 2 Feb. Dietary and allergy requirements can be catered for if mentioned at time of booking or 24 hours prior booking.

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Yum Sing House – CBD

Celebrate Lunar New Year at Yum Sing House with a special lineup of festive offerings. Enjoy the traditional Yee Sang, the prosperity seafood salad, available from Tuesday, 28 January through to Friday, 31 January. On the Friday, Yum Sing House will also offer its exclusive Lunar New Year Banquet – priced at $108 per person (minimum two people), it features dishes like the Yee Sang with Ora King Salmon and Hokkaido Scallops, Braised Oxtail Money Bag, and Steamed Grouper with Aged Soy. On Friday, 31 January, guests can also experience a vibrant lion dance show at 8:15 pm to bring blessings and good fortune.

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