Slither Into The Year Of The Snake With Brisbane’s Best Lunar New Year Celebrations

Where better to celebrate Lunar New Year than with dinner at one of Brisbane’s most renowned Cantonese Restaurants? Sitting pretty along Howard Smith Wharves, Stanley Restaurant will be bursting with colour and life to celebrate the Year of the Snake. From 29 January to 2 February, book in to experience the dazzling display of lion dancers, lively atmosphere, and exclusive limited-edition dishes alongside their decadent à la carte and signature banquet menus. Helmed by the acclaimed Head Chef Louis Tikaram, Stanley blends fresh, locally sourced ingredients with the bold, authentic flavours of traditional Cantonese cuisine creating an experience you’ll remember. Immerse yourself in a celebration of colour, culture, and flavour – secure your table now!

Brisbane’s dining scene is abuzz with Lunar New Year excitement as The Star Brisbane celebrates the Year of the Snake in style. Whether you’re craving bold Asian flavours or premium Japanese cuisine, The Star has it all. At Fat Noodle, celebrity Chef Luke Nguyen is serving up a six-course shared banquet inspired by his own Lunar New Year family feasts, featuring highlights like zesty Wok Tossed Lemongrass Beef Salad, indulgent Vietnamese Braised Pork Belly, and a Mango Trifle to top it off. Meanwhile, Sokyo offers a luxurious touch with their limited-edition Opulent Sashimi Platter, showcasing Tasmanian Southern Rock Lobster and twelve premium sashimi varieties speckled with gold leaf – perfect for ringing in the New Year with elegance. The precinct will be alive until 12 February with interactive wishing trees, lion dancers, and vibrant cultural performances. Book your feast today!

Where better to celebrate Lunar New Year than in Chinatown’s most iconic Chinese restaurant? Golden Palace is celebrating the new year with a special banquet on offer from 31 January to 1 February. At $65 per person and $45 for kids, enjoy traditional yum cha, seafood, and Chinese cuisine as well as a Lion Dance performance at 7:30pm each night. Book your table now and let’s feast!

Ready to ring in the Lunar New Year with a bang? Join Donna Chang for their vibrant celebrations from 28 January to 2 February. Set in the gorgeous, heritage-listed former Queensland Government Savings Bank, this spot is the perfect place to kick off the Year of the Snake with delicious feasts, live dragon dancers, and fun surprises. If you’re after a quick lunch celebration, the $89pp Racer Snake Express Banquet is the way to go, featuring crispy school prawns, scallop and prawn wontons, and stir-fried wagyu. For an indulgent evening affair, the $138pp Lunar New Year Banquet with dishes like Singapore chilli-style spanner crab and roast Chinese duck will be the perfect way to celebrate. And, the little ones won’t miss out with the $69pp Little Serpents Banquet. There are also snake-themed cocktails, Penfolds wines, and lucky red envelope prizes to keep the good vibes going. Book now, and let’s toast to a prosperous new year at Donna Chang!

Celebrate the Lunar New Year like never before at Brisbane Quarter! For two weeks starting 28 January, dive into a one-of-a-kind feast at Brisbane Phoenix Chinese restaurant with their exclusive 2025 Year of the Snake Menu. Think decadent dishes like YuSheng Salmon Sashimi with Flying Fish Caviar, Flaming Lobster, and Slow-Cooked Pork Hock with Truffle Oil – pure indulgence. Top it off with a limited-edition Hennessy Year of the Snake VSOP 700ml bottle to share. Whether you’re gathering a group of six or ten, this vibrant spread is priced at $1,688 and $2,288, respectively. Don’t miss the Lion Dance on 29 January at 7pm!