Taking creativity to the next level, restaurants and chefs have innovatively added their unique twists to the dish, transforming and reimagining the traditional yee sang.
Step into the vibrant world of Chinese New Year festivities, where the annual Yee Sang toast takes center stage. As the auspicious occasion approaches, restaurants throughout the city are elevating their creativity to new heights with unique and tantalizing offerings. These traditional Yee Sang platters feature a harmonious blend of symbolic ingredients, including raw fish like salmon, julienned carrots, daikon, pomelo, roasted peanuts, sesame seeds, pillow crackers, five-spice powder, and plum sauce. Join us on a quest to discover the best Yee Sang in KL, where each bite promises to be a delightful celebration of flavors and tradition.
What to say during Yee Sang toast?
During the tossing of the dish, auspicious wishes like the perennial favorite “nián nián yǒu yú” (meaning: may you have abundance year after year) are enthusiastically exclaimed, symbolizing the welcoming of good luck and fortune for everyone at the table. Taking creativity to the next level, restaurants and chefs have innovatively added their unique twists to the dish, transforming and reimagining the traditional yee sang.
Whether you seek yee sang crafted with upscale ingredients like Australian lobster or adorned with unconventional toppings, there is a plethora of options available in the market today. To guide you on a journey to discover a truly unique Yee Sang experience, we’ve curated a list of the top restaurants in KL that are offering the most distinctive Yee Sang platters this season.
Mandarin Oriental
Lai Po Heen presents a range of six yee sang options, featuring the MO Signature Yee Sang with Australian Lobster and Caviar. These dishes, available for lunch and dinner, are priced between RM168 to RM260 for half portions and RM328 to RM520 for full portions. The MO Signature Yee Sang can be enjoyed at RM888 for a full portion, excluding taxes. For those preferring to celebrate at home, these offerings are accessible through takeaway from The Mandarin Cake Shop or online delivery.
When: From 4 January to 26 February 2024 | 5.30 pm to 10 pm
Price:
| MO Signature Yee Sang(Australian lobster and Caviar) | — | RM888(full) |
| Sea Urchin and Tobiko Yee Sang | RM260(half) | RM520(full) |
| Australian Abalone Yee Sang | RM240(half) | RM480(full) |
| Butterfish, Salmon, Tuna & Chuka Hotate Yee Sang | RM188(half) | RM376(full) |
| Silver Whitebait Fish Yee Sang | RM168(half) | RM328(full) |
| Salmon Yee Sang | RM168(half) | RM328(full) |
For dining Reservations, call +60 (3) 2330 8798 or email mokul-fb@mohg.com
Yee Sang for all Serai group
Indulge in the spirit of prosperity and abundance as you savor the vibrant Yee Sang, meticulously crafted to offer a harmonious fusion of fresh, premium ingredients, and lively flavors. Elevate the joy of your Chinese New Year festivities by partaking in the traditional toss, symbolizing good fortune, alongside your cherished loved ones. Immerse yourself in the delectable experience of our carefully curated Yee Sang, where each bite is a celebration of auspicious flavors and a bountiful year ahead.
Price:
| Normal | Small – RM78 | Large – RM98 |
| Salmon | Small – RM138 | Large – RM168 |
| Tiger Prawns | Small – RM158 | Large – RM178 |
| Roasted Duck | Small – RM178 | Large – RM198 |
For Reservations check the website.
YUN HOUSE, FOUR SEASONS HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR
Given the significant role of yee sang in Chinese New Year traditions, having the ability to customize your tossing experience adds a unique and personal touch to your meal. At Yun House, not only can you choose from a variety of upscale yee sang options, but you also have the opportunity to include your preferred toppings. This season’s standout platter features local mantis prawns with sliced black truffle yee sang. The mantis prawns contribute sweetness and crunch to the yee sang, while the black truffle introduces an aromatic element to each toss. Additionally, do not overlook the impressive add-on choices, including Mexican two-head wild abalone, local T’lur caviar, and salmon belly.
When: From 8 January to 24 February 2024
Price:
| Locally harvested mantis prawns with sliced black truffle Yee Sang | Small – MYR 398 | Large – MYR 788 |
| Salmon belly with Ikura Caviar | Small – MYR 238 | Large – MYR 488 |
| Crispy softshell crab with Salted Egg | Small – MYR 218 | Large – MYR 428 |
| Vegetarian superfood with Avocado, Snow Pear | Small – MYR 138 | Large – MYR 398 |
Reservations: Website | Call +603 2382 8888
Fifty Tales
Renowned for its sophisticated yet comforting interpretations of traditional Chinese home-cooked dishes, Fifty Tales is embracing the festive atmosphere with its exclusive Cincai Dinner menu dedicated to the Year of the Dragon. The highlight of the menu is the distinctive red snapper yee sang. Red snapper, an uncommon choice for yee sang, is skillfully prepared by lightly curing it in a salt mix. Although the other components of the dish may seem uncomplicated, this yee sang boasts a plethora of dimensions, incorporating various textures and familiar flavors. Ingredients encompass white turnips, radish, honey pomelo, coriander shoots, pickled ginger, and fried yam, all harmonizing to create a cohesive dish. The sauce, a delightful blend of sweet and savory, features plum sauce, hoisin sauce, a special five-spice mix from Penang, and undisclosed secret ingredients.
When: From 4 January to 26 February 2024 | 5.30 pm to 9:30 pm
Price: RM58 (half portion) | RM98 (full portion) | RM108 (takeaway)
*Pre-order
Reservations: Website
SUNWAY RESORT HOTEL
Earning its spot on the list, Sunway Resort’s distinctive yee sang features the standout ingredient of Canadian propeller clam. This less common yee sang topping brings a delicately sweet flavor and a delightful texture. The platter is enhanced by the customary yee sang ingredients and harmonizes seamlessly with the signature plum sauce. Sunway Resort offers additional yee sang options, including salmon with jellyfish and snow pear with jellyfish. For those looking to elevate their yee sang experience, there are enticing add-on choices like premium soft-shell crab and lobster.
When: From 20 January to 24 February 2024
Price: From RM118 (medium) | RM168 (large)
Reservations: Call +603 7495 1403 | WhatsApp 019 221 9390
Zuan Yuan Chinese Restaurant
Experience a Traditional Reunion Menu at Zuan Yuan Chinese Restaurant, celebrating the Chinese New Year with the culinary mastery of Chef Liu Chang Sing in classic Cantonese cuisine and seafood. The menu, available until March 3, 2024, features a range of auspicious Yee Sang choices, including Premium Yee Sang with pure gold leaves, 12-head abalone, Boston lobster meat, scallops, and salmon, among other delightful options, to elevate the joy of the prosperity toss.
When: 10 January 2024 to 3rd March 2024 | 5.30 pm to 10 pm
Price:
| Zuan Yuan Premium Yee Sang | — | RM888(full) |
| Boston Lobster Meat and Fruits Yee Sang | RM388(half) | RM488(full) |
| 12 heads Abalone and crystal pear Yee Sang | RM188(half) | RM288(full) |
| Norwegian smoked Salmon Yee Sang | RM148(half) | RM238(full) |
| Crispy Salmon Skin & Whitebait Yee Sang | RM148(half) | RM208(full) |
| Norwegian Salmon Fillet Yee Sang | RM148(half) | RM208(full) |
| Seasonal Mix Shredded Fresh Fruits with Japanese sesame and honey Yee Sang | RM99(half) | RM148(full) |
For dining Reservations, call +60 (3) 7681 1113 or email fnb_sales@oneworldhotel.com.my
Chynna, Hilton Kuala Lumpur
Make your Chinese New Year celebrations complete with Hilton KL’s offering of three delicious yee sang options. Chef Lam Hock Hin, from Chynna, Hilton Kuala Lumpur’s Chinese restaurant specializing in modern Cantonese and Shanghainese cuisine, has created these choices: the Signature Yee Sang with Tasmanian ocean trout and wasabi longan, the Signature Yee Sang with Tasmanian ocean trout, crispy rice, and Assam chili, and the popular Salted Egg Fish Skin & Soft Shell Crab Yee Sang. No matter which option you go for, you’re in for a tasty treat after the toss, bringing in good fortune for the celebrations.
When: 8 January 2024 to 28 February 2024 | 5.30 pm to 10 pm
Price:
| Wasabi Longan | Tasmanian Ocean Trout | Medium – RM168 | Large – RM318 |
| Tasmanian Ocean Trout | Crispy rice | Assam Chilli | Medium – RM168 | Large – RM318 |
| Salted Egg Fish Skin | Soft Shell Crab | Medium – RM178 | Large – RM328 |
| Abalone | Medium – RM298 | |
| Tasmanian Ocean Trout | Medium – RM158 | Large – RM308 |
For dining Reservations, call +60 (3) 2264 2264 or email hiltonkualalumpur_fb@hilton.com
Tao Chinese Cuisine
Welcome the Year of the Dragon with an atmosphere of prosperity and good fortune, believed to bring abundance, growth, and progress. Enjoy the delightful company of your loved ones amidst the luxurious setting of InterContinental KL. Indulge in delectable set dinners and lavish buffet spreads, and partake in the tradition of lou hei to symbolize a year of plenty, accompanied by our sumptuous yee sang sets featuring premium ingredients.
When: 15 January 2024 to 24 February 2024 | 11:30am – 2:30 am | 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm
Price:
| Yee Sang with dragonfruit, star jelly & chia seeds | Half set – RM118+ | Full set – RM208+ |
| Yee Sang with salmon & crystal pear | Half set – RM138 | Full set – RM238 |
| Yee Sang with Shredded Roasted “London” Duck | Half set – RM138 | Full set – RM238 |
| Yee Sang with soft shell crab & salmon skin | Half set – RM148 | Full set – RM258 |
| Yee Sang with Abalone, Snow Crab Stick & Baby Octopus | Half set – RM208+ | Full set – RM368+ |
For reservation, contact Dining Reservation: +60 16-202 4623 or email: fnb.admin@ickualalumpur.com.my
