The Lunar New Year is a time for family, friends and indulgent dining. These exceptional venues offer a celebration of flavours, from vibrant hot pots to Cantonese seafood specialties and Asian-inspired delights. As we welcome the Year of the Snake, gather your loved ones and savour the best of what these standout restaurants have to offer.
Lamberts Restaurant – Kangaroo Point, QLD
Set within The Point Brisbane Hotel, Lamberts Restaurant radiates charm and sophistication. With its sunlit dining area overlooking serene gardens and a sparkling pool, this venue is a tranquil oasis perfect for festive celebrations.
This Lunar New Year, Lamberts showcases a special menu blending Modern Australian innovation with Asian-inspired flavours. From delicate entrées to indulgent mains, each dish is crafted with care to honour the festive spirit. Picture starting your meal with sticky wagyu brisket before moving on to rice cake served with stir0fried vegetables in a silky roasted sesame paste. To finish, a popcorn creme brulee with citrus biscotti and raspberry sorbet, setting the stage for a truly memorable Year of the Snake celebration.
Dolar Shop Hot Pot Restaurant – Haymarket, NSW
There’s no better way to gather family and friends for the Lunar New Year than around a steaming hot pot at Dolar Shop Hot Pot. Located in Haymarket’s vibrant Market City, this stylish restaurant invites diners to experience the warmth and camaraderie of one-pot dining, a cherished tradition in Chinese culture.
The menu bursts with premium ingredients, including tender Wagyu beef, fresh Boston lobster and housemade fish balls, ensuring every bite is a celebration of prosperity and abundance. Whether you're a hot pot aficionado or a newcomer, this welcoming venue offers an atmosphere brimming with festive joy.
Sunny Seafood Restaurant – Chippendale, NSW
For a taste of tradition this Lunar New Year, look no further than Sunny Seafood Restaurant in Chippendale. Renowned for its exquisite Cantonese flavours and fresh seafood, this beloved restaurant is a haven for yum cha lovers and seafood enthusiasts alike.
Celebrate with dishes that symbolise prosperity and good fortune, while indluging in iconic dishes such as braised live lobster with ginger and shallots or steamed mud crab with garlic butter sauce. The dim sum offerings—like BBQ pork buns and silky prawn dumplings—are perfect for sharing with family and friends. With its warm, welcoming vibe and dedication to quality, Sunny Seafood is the ideal venue to usher in the Year of the Snake.
For those seeking a heartwarming start to the New Year, Han Soup Bar in Chatswood delivers nourishment and celebration in equal measure. This cosy gem specialises in traditional Cantonese herbal soups, evoking the comfort and care of home-cooked meals.
Savour bowls of coconut chicken soup, stewed mutton, or pork ribs infused with herbs, each dish crafted to nourish both body and soul. Pair these with fragrant rice dishes or delicate dumplings like truffle and pork and complete your experience with a refreshing lychee soda. Han Soup Bar’s inviting atmosphere is perfect for reconnecting with loved ones as you embrace the fresh start of the Lunar New Year.
From the warmth of a communal hot pot to the decadence of lobster and dumplings, these venues bring the spirit of the Year of the Snake to life with dishes designed to delight and inspire. Celebrate new beginnings, prosperity and togetherness with a feast that’s as special as the occasion itself.
