12 Best Reunion Dinners and Takeaways for a Very Prosperous Chinese New Year in 2020

As Chinese New Year 2020 comes closer and closer, we can begin looking forward to arguably the most highly anticipated dinner of the year: the Reunion Dinner (团圆饭). Relatives from all over Singapore and overseas return to have a meal together under one roof, celebrating life and family ties.

With Chinese New Year coming especially early this year, restaurant reservations are already being filled up! Fret not, however, because we have compiled some of the best restaurants for the perfect reunion dinner!

InterContinental Singapore

Usher in a glorious Year of the Rat with Man Fu Yuan (满福苑) at InterContinental Singapore! From 6 January to 8 February 2020, Man Fu Yuan’s prosperity set menus which feature an extensive array of luxurious Lunar New Year delicacies and goodies will be available.

The premium eight-course Bliss Prix-Fixe Menu ($1388 for 10 pax) promises sumptuous delicacies perfect for large families and business gatherings! Offerings include the Abundance Yusheng with Salmon and Fish Skin and the Steamed Tiger Garoupa with Yunnan Black Garlic, which is renowned for its health benefits!

Taking centre stage among a delightful array of Man Fu Yuan takeaway delicacies is their famous steamboat ingredients. These ingredients include the eight-head abalone with minced Hokkaido scallops ($108 nett, 10 pieces) and crowd favourite Poached Drunken Kampung Chicken ($22 nett, half), marinated in Chinese herbs and Hua Diao wine. To place an order, email sinhbmanfu@ihg.com or visit www.InterContinentalShoppe.sg. Hurry, as orders till 9 January 2020 will receive a 20% early bird discount!

Baker’s Brew

This year, the creative and talented team at Baker’s Brew decided to infuse Peranakan flavours into our childhood snacks! They hope to enhance everyone’s childhood cookie experience while evoking nostalgia as you reach for the cookies in colourful and vibrant cookie tins.

They offer five familiar cookies, each with twists of their own. They have Black Sesame Cookies, Tutu Kueh Peanut Cookies, Ondeh Ondeh Cookies, Peranakan Pineapple Tarts (Less Sweet), and Cheddar Spiced Gems available for your snacking pleasure (from left to right). My personal favourite was the Ondeh Ondeh Cookies, which impressed me with its similarity to the actual kueh. The inside of each cookie was packed with moist gula melaka coconut gratings, which is what makes Ondeh Ondeh so well-loved by everyone.

Each tin of cookies goes for $26.80. If you order a bundle of 5, you can get them for $125! What a steal!

You may wish to check out our full article on Baker’s Brew here!

Carlton Hotel Singapore

Celebrate new beginnings with Wah Lok’s signature Alaskan Crab Lo Hei or Hamachi Yu Sheng in “Soon Tak” Style. Feast on luxurious Chinese New Year delicacies such as the Longevity Poon Choi (which is available for takeaway)! Brimming with premium ingredients such as whole abalone, sea cucumber, and dried oysters, this hearty dish is perfect for family gatherings. Also available for takeaway is the Buddha Jumps Over The Wall, flavourful and luxurious addition to any reunion dinner.

Complete your Chinese New Year party with a sweet treat from Wah Lok and Carlton Hotel! Exquisite takeaway goodies such as Carlton Premium Pineapple Tarts and Salted Egg Fish Skin are available for purchase at the Chinese New Year Lobby Booth from 13 to 24th January 2020, 11am to 9pm or at www.signatures.carltonhotel.sg. Selected credit card members can enjoy 10% off these goodies.

Indulge in the luxurious Prosperity Buffet at Cafe Mosaic which runs from 24 to 27 January 2020 for your reunion dinner. Tuck into a wide selection of seafood which includes Oysters, Scampi, Queen Scallops and more, and Chinese New Year classics such as Roasted Whole Suckling Pig, and Peking Duck.

Enjoy a complimentary platter of Salmon Yu Sheng per reservation for your Reunion Dinner on the 24th of January! What’s more, selected credit card members can enjoy 25% off Buffet Lunch and Dinner from the first to third day of Chinese New Year.

Copthorne King’s Hotel Singapore

Usher in the Year of the Rat with an indulgent feast at Tien Court in Copthorne King’s Hotel Singapore! Renowned for its preparation of contemporary Cantonese cuisine, Tien Court is the perfect place for a reunion dinner with family or a joyous meal with business associates!

Starting at $288++ for 4 persons, a wide variety of dine-in set menu and takeaway options are available for groups of four to ten. Begin each meal by tossing the Prosperity Salmon Yu Sheng, which symbolizes an increase in abundance and prosperity! Follow that up with traditional delicacies such as the King’s Treasure Pot (Pen cai), which is chock full of the freshest ingredients such as abalone, prawn and pork shank.

Still hungry? Finish off the meal with Tien Court’s signatures such as Braised Assorted Seafood Pumpkin Soup with Bird Nest, and Tien Court Signature Truffle Tea Smoked Duck (Whole)!

Courtyard by Marriott Singapore Novena

Looking for a buffet option for your reunion dinner this Chinese New Year? From 12 January to 9 February 2020, Sky22 in Courtyard by Marriott Singapore Novena has you covered with buffet and semi-buffet spreads, featuring both Asian and International flavours alongside Lunar New Year favourites!

The Harmony Semi-Buffet Lunch ($28++ per person) and Dinner ($36++ per person) is perfect for office lunches and social gatherings, featuring auspicious festive offerings such as 8 Treasure Fried Rice with Pumpkin & Salted Egg and Longevity Noodles with Bamboo Shoots, together with a buffet spread of appetisers, soups, salads and desserts.

Feast on over 18 main courses and more side dishes at the Prosperity Weekend Buffet ($68++ per person), such as the Herb Crusted New Zealand Lamb Rack with Mandarin Orange Chutney and Kam Heong Tiger Prawns. The carving station will feature favourites such as Crispy Whole Roasted Pig and Roast Duck. Also, toss to greater heights with your Lo Hei creation from the D.I.Y Lo Hei Bar!

Chef John Chye is giving Yusheng an innovative twist with the Abundance of Luck Crispy Soft Shell Crab Nyonya Lohei (吉星高照香脆软壳蟹娘惹捞生), available during the Prosperity Weekend Buffet at an additional $8++ during dinner. Take a break from the traditional salmon Lo Hei and enjoy the crispy soft shell crab, alongside marinated cuttlefish and jellyfish, all topped with a spicy kumara (sweet potato) sauce.

Crystal Jade Palace

Crystal Jade Palace’s Hakka Yam Abacus Seeds with Boston Lobster ($15 per 100g) is not to be missed. The traditional dish, which has been given a luxurious upgrade, features expertly fried homemade abacus seeds, dried shrimp, shiitake mushroom, black moss ‘fa cai’ and Boston Lobster.

Planning for your family gatherings or office parties during this festive period? You must order the Bountiful Abalone Treasure Pot ($308/$508), which boasts over 20 ingredients such as ten-head abalone, fresh scallops and dried oyster!

Between 15 Jan and 8 Feb 2020, Jadeite members and Citibank/UOB debit/credit cardholders can receive up to $500 in dining vouchers on set menus and up to 12% cash back on a la carte items at all Crystal Jade dining outlets! Festive takeaway items can also be made online at estore.crystaljade.com from now till to 4 Feb 2020 with discounts of more than 20% for Jadeite and Citibank/UOB cardholders.

Hurry, as these early bird discount prices end on 5 Jan 2020! For more information, visit www.crystaljade.com.

Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium

Looking for the perfect place to hold your reunion dinner this Chinese New Year? Look no further, the award-winning Xin Cuisine Chinese Restaurant at Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium is the place for you!

Feast on an incredible array of Cantonese delicacies created by Executive Chinese Chef Chan Kung Lai such as the Blissful set menu ($398, minimum 4 pax). The set menu includes classics such as Xin’s Gold Leaf Salmon Yu Sheng, Trio Barbecued Meat Platter, and the delicious Steamed Marble Goby in Hong Kong Style.

What’s more, you can enjoy a 25% discount off the Blissful set menu on 24 January 2020 if you’re dining in a group of 6 or more! For inquiries and reservations, call 6731 7173 or email xin.sinhi@ihg.com.

Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium also has a large variety of takeaway options to make Chinese New Year extra special. For a twist on the classic Yu Sheng, order the Japanese Octopus and Salmon Yu Sheng which comes with a house-made Blueberry Sauce! In the mood for a luxurious buffet? Don’t miss the Chinese New Year buffet at the newly Halal-certified Atrium Restaurant!

Ichiban Boshi and Ichiban Sushi

This year, Ichiban Boshi and Ichiban Sushi will be bringing back their hit Yu Sheng, the 6 Treasures Fruits Yu Sheng ($56.80/ 8-10 pax)! Containing Pomelo (柚子), Pear (雪梨), Guava (番石榴), Mango (芒果), Pineapple (鳳梨), and Jackfruit (菠蘿蜜), the Yu Sheng created so much buzz that it was featured on CNA and News 8! This online-exclusive, takeaway Yu Sheng is perfect for vegetarians and those who are more health-conscious.

Alternatively, you can choose the all-time favourite — Salmon Sashimi Yu Sheng! Using only the freshest Norwegian salmon, the Salmon Sashimi Yu Sheng is available in two sizes: Auspicious Yu Sheng for 8-10 pax (24 pieces of salmon sashimi, $60.90) and Bountiful Yu Sheng for 4-6 pax (18 pieces of salmon sashimi, $49.80).

The 6 Treasures Fruits Yu Sheng, Auspicious Yu Sheng, and Bountiful Yu Sheng are available for pre-order online at https://ichiban.oddle.me until 6 February 2020. You have to order at least 2 days in advance. You can pick up the Yu Sheng up at any of the 23 Ichiban Boshi and Ichiban Sushi restaurants island-wide.

Citi Cardmembers Promotion: From now till 31 January 2020, receive a $5 discount off Ichiban Yu Sheng voucher with a minimum spend of $15(charged to a Citi card). Voucher is valid for in-store purchase of take-away Yu Sheng only. Find out more here.

Check out our article on Ichiban Boshi and Ichiban Sushi here!

Lokkee

Yearning for something different from the usual Chinese New Year fare? Look no further than Lokkee, where traditional Chinese dishes get a playful, modern twist! Inspired by Chinese American takeaway cuisine, Lokkee aims to reinvent Chinese food.

Enjoy some of the finest ingredients available in the Royal Treasure Bowl ($288++), a mainstay in many Chinese New Year dinners. This traditional delicacy is practically overflowing with 13 luxurious ingredients, such as Pork Shank, Fresh Scallops, 10-Head Abalone, Dried Oyster, Smoked Duck Breast, and more. Each “treasure” is cooked to perfection, creating a dish that surprises with every bite.

Lokkee also has a wide range of delicious festive gifts that are perfect for friends and family or for business associates. Try the TungLok Nian Gao, which comes in delectable flavours such as Traditional, Pandan or Black Sesame ($22+ per box). These flavours pair exceptionally well with the soft and chewy Nian Gao. If you’re after something extra special, consider the Red Dates Nian Gao ($28+ per box), which helps boost immunity with its various nutrients and vitamins!

With cheeky Western flavours providing unique tweaks to traditional Chinese dishes, Lokkee is unlike any Chinese restaurant you have tried before. It may be unfamiliar, but I’d bet that your first meal here won’t be your last!

Check out our full article on Lokkee here!

Pan Pacific Singapore

Usher in the New Year with joyous celebrations at Pan Pacific Singapore! Be spoilt silly by their curated dining experiences which will make the festive season even more memorable.

The grand Abundant Wealth Yu Sheng ($388, serves 8-10 pax, dine-in only) at Hai Tien Lo (available from 9 January to 8 February 2020) is masterfully crafted to depict a rising mountain overlooking a meandering river to represent flourishing growth and abundant wealth. Served with Lobster and Abalone, and topped with Gold and Silver Flakes, this Yu Sheng is definitely a show-stopper!

If you’re in the mood for a Yu Sheng platter with a twist, you will relish Keyaki’s Premium Yu Sheng ($338, serves 8-10 pax) which is adorned with premium ingredients such as sea urchin and lobster. The YuSheng comes with a tangy ponzu sauce that makes the delicacy incredibly addictive! This delicious creation is only available for dine-in from 10 January to 8 February 2020. Time to make your reservations!

PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering

This Chinese New Year, usher in the Year of the Rat in style with PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering, Singapore!

Eat to your heart’s content at the Feast of Fortune buffet for your reunion dinner, happening from 18th January to 7th February 2020 at the chic Lime Restaurant. Head over to the live carving station to dig into delights such as the Crispy Pork Shank with Apple Compote!

Reunite the family this Chinese New Year with the Joyful Reunions buffet, happening on 24 to 27 January and 8 February 2020. Indulge in Lime Restaurant’s extravagant spread of luxurious dishes, such as the Longevity Noodles with Chopped Truffles and Salted Egg Yolk and Baked Oysters with Hollandaise Sauce, to name just a few!

As if this buffet couldn’t sound any better, guests who book Lime Restaurant’s dinner during these special dates will receive a complimentary serving of Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, while reservations of 6 or more will receive a complimentary Prosperity Yu Sheng!

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Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel

This Chinese New Year, celebrate good fortune and new beginnings at Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel. Revel in the festivities with friends, family and business associates over an exquisite selection of new creations at Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant from 3 January to 8 February 2020!

Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant never disappoints. Their Chinese New Year feasts are always impressive. Making its debut this year is the Wan Hao Imperial Pot of Prosperity with Australian 3-Head Abalone, Drunken Chicken & Crispy Dried Oyster 盆满钵满(黄金盆菜) ($688nett for 6persons) / ($1088nett for 10persons). With over 15 luxurious ingredients, this traditional Chinese New Year delicacy is sure to be the centrepiece of any reunion dinner. The crispy dried oyster, abalone and drunken chicken are just brilliant!

Sweeten the New Year festivities with Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant’s oriental takeaway treasures! Don’t miss the delectable desserts such as the Golden Nian Gao Tart with Red Date 鸿运当头(红豆年糕挞) ($28nett for 8 pieces). The sticky rice cake is encased in a buttery pastry, together with a variety of fillings such as Yam, Cempedak, Green Tea or Red Date. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself addicted after just one bite!

With so many great places to go this Chinese New Year for your reunion dinner, there is only one question left to answer: Where to go first? Here’s wishing you a joyous and prosperous Chinese New Year for you and your loved ones!

P/S You may also check out our article on the caterers you can engage through Foodline for a Chinese New Year feast.