What To Know
- The Chinese New Year set menu includes duck spring rolls, turnip cake, handcrafted dim sum and mains such as Kung Pao chicken, lamb ribs and a Sichuan vegetable pot, followed by a festive dessert basket.
- Chinese New Year arrives on 17 February 2026, welcoming the Year of the Fire Horse, a symbol of energy, movement and progress in Chinese culture.
- Located at Bluewaters, SHI celebrates the Year of the Horse with an exclusive dining experience featuring a festive menu, live duck station and signature dessert.
Chinese New Year arrives on 17 February 2026, welcoming the Year of the Fire Horse, a symbol of energy, movement and progress in Chinese culture. Dubai marks the occasion with citywide celebrations ranging from fine-dining banquets and rooftop experiences to traditional lion dances and festive high teas. From luxury resorts to award-winning Chinese restaurants, here are some of the key places to celebrate Chinese New Year 2026 in Dubai.
Anwā, Bab Al Shams
Bab Al Shams Resort is hosting a desert-inspired Chinese New Year celebration at Anwā, its rooftop Pan-Asian lounge. Guests can dine under the stars with a specially curated set menu priced at AED 888 per couple. The evening includes Chinese New Year-themed cocktails, red and gold lantern décor and a live lion dance performance.
Dates: 17 February to 3 March 2026
China Tang
China Tang is marking the Year of the Horse with a limited-edition Chinese New Year menu inspired by tradition and symbolism. The experience begins with Longevity Yu Sheng, tossed tableside to represent unity and good fortune. Menu highlights include Golden Lobster Har Gau, Braised Tiger Grouper with glass noodles, Canadian Lobster in Hong Kong-style sauce and lotus leaf-wrapped chicken fried rice. Dessert features Red Rice Balls, symbolising reunion and completeness.
Dates: 16 to 22 February 2026
Demon Duck
Demon Duck welcomes the Lunar New Year with a five-course tasting menu that blends classic flavours with Chef Alvin Leung’s modern approach. The menu includes a dim sum basket, slow-roasted Demon Duck, grilled lobster, Wagyu beef and a signature dessert platter. Live lion dance performances add to the festive atmosphere.
Dates: 16 to 22 February 2026
Price: AED 680 (food & soft beverages) | AED 880 (food & house beverages)
MEI
MEI celebrates Chinese New Year 2026 with a dining experience inspired by strength, movement and prosperity, reflecting the spirit of the Horse. The menu features Mixed Mushroom Salad, premium dim sum, Peking Duck for sharing, Wok-seared Gulin Lobster and Lemon Seabass, followed by a chef’s special dessert.
Dates: 16 and 17 February 2026
Price: AED 550 per person
MiMi Mei Fair Dubai
FACT award-winning MiMi Mei Fair Dubai presents a four-course Lunar New Year set menu inspired by the Year of the Fire Horse. Starters include the Dim Sum “Basket of Wealth,” rock oysters and steamed XO okra. Main courses feature Wok-Baked Lobster, Smoked Chilean Seabass, Sweet and Sour Chicken and truffled mushroom noodles. Dessert, Baiju Ba Ba, is infused with kumquat and green cardamom. Guests can also add wishes to the restaurant’s Wishing Tree using traditional red notes.
Dates: 5 February to 4 March 2026
Price: AED 478 per person
MOLI by SHI
MOLI by SHI offers a culturally rich celebration featuring lion dances, hand fan performances and live guzheng music. The Chinese New Year set menu includes duck spring rolls, turnip cake, handcrafted dim sum and mains such as Kung Pao chicken, lamb ribs and a Sichuan vegetable pot, followed by a festive dessert basket.
Dates: 16 and 17 February 2026
Price: AED 400 per person
Palazzo Versace Dubai
Palazzo Versace Dubai celebrates the Lunar New Year with a Chinese-themed high tea at Mosaico, overlooking Dubai Creek. Guests can enjoy traditional entertainment, festive décor and a menu featuring dim sum, sweet and savoury bites, freshly baked scones and premium teas.
Dates: 15 to 20 February 2026
Time: 10am to 7pm
Price: AED 420
Shangri-La Dubai
Shangri-La Dubai hosts a series of Lunar New Year experiences at Shang Palace. From 16 to 20 February, guests can enjoy a curated selection of traditional Chinese dishes. A Lion Dance performance takes place on 17 February at 10:08am. The celebrations conclude with a special Lantern Festival Menu available for one day only on 3 March.
Prices:
• Chinese New Year Menu: AED 388
• Lantern Festival Menu: AED 298
SHI, Bluewaters Dubai
Located at Bluewaters, SHI celebrates the Year of the Horse with an exclusive dining experience featuring a festive menu, live duck station and signature dessert. Highlights include Har Gau, Chicken Siu Mai, Crispy Prawn Pancake, Peking Duck, Wagyu Beef Claypot and Red Snapper with Gan Shao Yu sauce, ending with a symbolic Yin-Yang dessert.
Dates: 16 and 17 February 2026
Price: AED 500 per person
