As Chinese New Year 2025 approaches, it’s time to celebrate the vibrant traditions that mark the festive season—starting with tossing a delicious yee sang to welcome the Year of the Snake. A staple at reunion dinners, yee sang is more than just a dish; it’s a lively and symbolic ritual that brings family and friends together in hopes of prosperity and good fortune for the year ahead.
Typically featuring a colourful mix of ingredients like raw salmon, shredded carrots, daikon, pomelo, peanuts, sesame seeds, crispy crackers, five-spice powder, and plum sauce, each element of this dish carries auspicious meaning. The tossing of yee sang, or lou hei, is accompanied by joyous shouts of blessings, such as the timeless phrase nian nian you yu—which translates to ‘may you have abundance year after year.’
In recent years, chefs and restaurants have added creative twists to the classic platter, introducing high-end ingredients like Australian lobster or unconventional toppings for a modern flair. Whether you’re looking for traditional flavours or an elevated experience with unorthodox toppings, there’s no shortage of unique options this Chinese New Year 2025. To make your celebrations seamless, we’ve curated a guide to the best yee sang platters available in KL and PJ—perfect for a memorable start to the festive season.
(Hero and feature images credit: Crowne Plaza Kuala Lumpur City Centre & Aloft KL Sentral)
Best places to order your yee sang platters in KL and PJ for Chinese New Year 2025
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The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur offers a yee sang experience that pays homage to tradition while maintaining luxury standards. Drawing inspiration from Puan Sri Sharon Chua’s family recipes, their prosperity toss features a thoughtfully curated selection of fresh ingredients. The presentation includes fresh produce like carrots, pear, capsicum, and pomelo, creating a harmonious blend that celebrates the incoming Year of the Snake. Diners can customise their experience by choosing from premium seafood options including abalone, yellowtail hamachi, or salmon, with a vegetarian alternative available for those with dietary preferences.
Prosperity Abalone & Jellyfish Yee Sang
6 January to 12 February 2025
Large, serves up to 10 pax: RM618 nett
Medium, serves up to six pax: RM338 nett
Prosperity Yellowtail Hamachi & Jellyfish Yee Sang
6 January to 12 February 2025
Large, serves up to 10 pax: RM398 nett
Medium, serves up to six pax: RM298 nett
Prosperity Salmon & Jellyfish Yee Sang
6 January to 12 February 2025
Large, serves up to 10 pax: RM388 nett
Medium, serves up to six pax: RM288 nett
Prosperity Vegetarian Mixed Nuts Yee Sang
6 January to 12 February 2025
Large, serves up to 10 pax: RM318 nett
Medium, serves up to six pax: RM218 nett
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YEN’s luxurious interpretation of the traditional prosperity toss showcases an artful blend of textures and flavours. Their contemporary take features premium ingredients that elevate the classic dish, incorporating elements like Korean snow pear for sweetness, premium Norwegian salmon, crunchy salted egg fish skin, indulgent caviar, and a finishing touch of gold flakes and aromatic truffle oil.
Prosperous Nanyang Vegetarian Yee Sang
RM178 for half portion | RM288 for full portion
Premium Jelly Fish Yee Sang
RM178 for half portion | RM288 for full portion
Norwegian Salmon Fish Yee Sang
RM198 for half portion | RM298 for full portion
Abalone Yee Sang
RM288 for half portion | RM468 for full portion
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At Sichuan Kitchen within Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, City Centre, guests can indulge in a diverse selection of prosperity platters. The restaurant presents four distinctive yee sang varieties, each offering a unique taste experience: a classic preparation featuring traditional salmon, another featuring their homemade cured salmon, an innovative soft shell crab version, and a Sichuan-inspired yellowtail option. These festive dishes are available for both dine-in patrons and those who prefer to celebrate at home with takeaway options.
Traditional Salmon Yee Sang
RM118 for half portion | RM198 for full portion
Sichuan Style Yellowtail Yee Sang
RM128 for half portion | RM208 for full portion
Homemade Cured Salmon Yee Sang
RM148 for half portion | RM228 for full portion
Soft Shell Crab Yee Sang
RM158 for half portion | RM238 for full portion
Yun House at Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur elevates the traditional yee sang experience with premium ingredients. Their luxurious interpretation features salmon belly paired with the briny delicacy of ikura (salmon roe) caviar, creating an indulgent prosperity toss that perfectly balances texture and flavour. Other innovative options include unagi with black truffle, and locally sourced mantis prawns with lily bulbs.
Vegetarian Superfood with Avocado Yee Sang
RM188 for small | RM328 for large
Unagi with Black Truffle Yee Sang
RM268 for small | RM488 for large
Salmon Belly with Caviar Yee Sang
RM288 for small | RM568 for large
Locally Sourced Mantis Prawns with Lily Bulbs Yee Sang
RM300 for small | RM600 for large
For Chinese New Year 2025, Concorde Hotel Kuala Lumpur presents an exquisite take on the traditional prosperity toss. Their Lunar Auspicious Yee Sang features a premium combination of ingredients, bringing together the delicate textures of jellyfish, the rich flavours of Norwegian salmon, and the addition of abalone. The platter is brightened with an assortment of fresh fruits, creating a harmonious balance of flavours that perfectly captures the festive spirit.
Lunar Auspicious Yee Sang
From RM108 nett
PARKROYAL COLLECTION Kuala Lumpur presents an elegant selection of yee sang platters through their Grand Opulence series. Available for both dine-in and takeaway, the menu features diverse options to suit different preferences and dietary needs. Guests can choose from a vegetarian-friendly cranberry yee sang enhanced with macadamia nuts, a premium salmon and tako cctopus combination, an exquisite hamachi version complemented by crispy salmon skin, or the 10 head abalone yee sang paired with soft shell crab. Each variety is available in two serving sizes to accommodate different group sizes.
Cranberry Vegetarian Yee Sang with Macadamia Nut
7 January to 15 February 2025
RM48 for small | RM88 for large
Salmon with Tako Octopus Yee Sang
7 January to 15 February 2025
RM88 for small | RM168 for large
Hamachi Yee sang with Crispy Salmon Skin
7 January to 15 February 2025
RM98 for small | RM188 for large
10 Head Abalone Yee Sang with Soft Shell Crab
7 January to 15 February 2025
RM128 for small | RM218 for large
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At Element Kuala Lumpur, diners can experience an innovative take on the traditional yee sang created by Executive Chinese Chef Linus Mak. What sets this version apart is its unique pineapple dressing, offering a delightful alternative to the conventional plum sauce. The dish features an appetising combination of shredded fruits and vegetables including mango, jackfruit, and rose apple.
Guests can customise their prosperity toss by choosing from premium toppings such as fresh salmon slices, crunchy fish skin, or whole abalone. This festive dish is available at TRACE Restaurant & Bar for both dine-in customers and takeaway orders, and is included as an appetiser in their special reunion set menus.
Raw Salmon Slices Yee Sang
RM98 nett for half portion | RM138 nett for full portion
Crispy Fish Skin Yee Sang
RM98 nett for half portion | RM138 nett for full portion
Whole Abalones Yee Sang
RM138 nett for half portion | RM198 nett for full portion
Elevating the traditional prosperity toss, Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur offers an exclusive selection of luxurious yee sang varieties. Their innovative approach features premium ingredients including Australian lobster paired with caviar, Australian abalone, and sea urchin. What makes their offering particularly unique is the replacement of conventional plum sauce with their signature blackcurrant dressing, adding a sophisticated twist to this festive delicacy.
Seasons Yee Sang with Butter Fish, Salmon, Tuna, Chuka Hotate and Shredded Treasures
RM98 for half portion | RM168 for full portion
Yee Sang with Fish Skin and Shredded Treasures Fruits
RM98 for half portion | RM168 for full portion
Yee Sang with Sea Urchin and Tobiko Shredded Treasure
RM98 for half portion | RM168 for full portion
Yee Sang with Australian Abalone and Shredded Treasures
RM172 for half portion | RM288 for full portion
Yee Sang with Australian Lobster, Caviar and Shredded Treasures
RM866 for full portion
Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara’s Wan Chun Ting restaurant presents an extensive selection of premium yee sang platters for the festive season. Their diverse menu caters to various preferences, featuring both traditional and innovative combinations. The selection includes fresh seafood options like Norwegian salmon and pearl abalone, alongside creative interpretations such as deep-fried soft-shell crab and prawn tempura variations. For those seeking lighter alternatives, they also offer a vegetarian option enhanced with snow pear, as well as classic preparations featuring jellyfish and crispy fish skin with whitebait.
Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara’s Yee Sang Platters
From RM188+
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At JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur’s prestigious Luk Yu Tea House, Chef Leong presents an elegant interpretation of the traditional prosperity toss. Their curated selection features three distinct variations to suit different preferences: a refreshing snow pear yee sang, a jellyfish yee sang, and their signature home-smoked salmon yee sang. Each platter is meticulously prepared to ensure an authentic and memorable lou sang experience.
Snow Pear Yee Sang Platter
RM98++
Jellyfish Yee Sang Platter
RM138++
Home-Smoked Salmon Yee Sang Platter
RN138++
Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur presents an enticing array of yee sang options for the festive season. Their menu features both traditional and premium selections to cater to diverse preferences and budgets. The traditional offerings include vegetarian and jellyfish varieties, while those looking for more luxurious options can choose from Norwegian salmon, crispy soft-shell crab, or abalone variations.
Their yee sang menu includes thoughtfully portioned options for different group sizes, with half portions suitable for up to six people and full portions serving up to 12 guests.
Vegetarian Yee Sang
2 January to 12 February 2025
RM88++ for half portion | RM138++ for full portion
Yee Sang with Jellyfish
2 January to 12 February 2025
RM98++ for half portion | RM158++ for full portion
Yee Sang with Crispy Fish Skin
2 January to 12 February 2025
RM108++ for half portion | RM158++ for full portion
Yee Sang with Crispy Soft-Shell Crab
2 January to 12 February 2025
RM118++ for half portion | RM188++ for full portion
Yee Sang with Sliced Norwegian Salmon
2 January to 12 February 2025
RM118++ for half portion | RM188++ for full portion
Yee Sang with Sliced Abalone
2 January to 12 February 2025
RM268++ for half portion | RM498++ for full portion
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Sunway Resort Hotel offers a selection of yee sang platters for the festive season, each presented in specially designed Chinese New Year packaging. Their menu features three main varieties: the classic salmon & jellyfish combination, a refreshing snow pear & jellyfish option, and a fruit-based vegetarian alternative. To enhance your lou hei experience, customers can customise their platters with premium add-ons including fresh salmon, jellyfish, crispy soft-shell crab, and bo chui (deep fried crackers.
Sunway Resort Hotel’s Yee Sang Platters
From RM98 to RM128 for medium | RM168 to RM198 for large
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Oversea Restaurant brings a delightful blend of innovation and tradition to their yee sang offerings. Their menu features creative options like their signature dragon fruit sauce yee sang and a unique combination of jellyfish with Korean snow pear. Traditional enthusiasts can enjoy classic preparations featuring premium ingredients such as smoked salmon and abalone. For those seeking an extra touch of luxury, their abalone and black truffle yee sang provides an elevated dining experience.
Oversea Restaurant’s Yee Sang Platters
From December 2024 to 12 February 2025
From RM78++
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InterContinental Kuala Lumpur offers a luxurious take on the traditional yee sang with an impressive array of premium ingredients. Their platters can be customised with exquisite toppings including lobster meat, abalone, and an assortment of fresh fruits. Health-conscious diners will appreciate the organic mesclun mix option, while those seeking unique flavours can enjoy their special black truffle balsamic dressing.
To further enhance the prosperity toss experience, guests can select from a range of premium add-ons including three-head abalone, soft-shell crab, and fresh Atlantic salmon.
Lobster Meat, Abalone & Mixed Fruits Yee Sang
26 December 2024 to 12 February 2025
RM260 nett for half portion | RM460 nett for full portion
Soft-Shell Crab & Salmon Skin Yee Sang
26 December 2024 to 12 February 2025
RM185 nett for half portion | RM323 nett for full portion
Signature Shredded Roasted London Duck Yee Sang
26 December 2024 to 12 February 2025
RM173 nett for half portion | RM298 nett for full portion
Salmon & Shredded Korean Crystal Pear Yee Sang
26 December 2024 to 12 February 2025
RM173 nett for half portion | RM298 nett for full portion
Organic Mesclun Mix & Black Truffle Balsamic Dressing Yee Sang
26 December 2024 to 12 February 2025
RM148 nett for half portion | RM260 nett for full portion
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Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral welcomes the Year of the Snake with their distinctive ‘Toss to Prosperity’ yee sang collection. Their menu features specially crafted combinations incorporating the premium ingredient cordyceps. Diners can choose from three unique varieties: Golden Serpent featuring cordyceps with abalone and salmon, Pearl Serpent combining golden cordyceps with tako (octopus) and snow crab, and vegetarian-friendly Jade Serpent blending golden cordyceps with pine nuts.
Toss to Prosperity
9 January to 8 February 2025
From RM108 nett
Crowne Plaza Kuala Lumpur City Centre’s RhymBa restaurant presents a selection of yee sang platters to usher in prosperity for the Chinese New Year. Their menu features three variations to cater to different preferences. Guests can choose from classic smoked salmon, premium bluefin tuna, or sliced abalone. Each platter is thoughtfully crafted to create a memorable prosperity toss experience that serves as the perfect opening to any festive celebration.
Smoked Salmon Yee Sang
14 January to 12 February 2025
RM188+
Tuna Maguro Yee Sang
14 January to 12 February 2025
RM208+
Sliced Abalone Yee Sang
14 January to 12 February 2025
RM238+
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Imperial Lexis Kuala Lumpur is offering special takeaway yee sang options during the festive period. Their menu features three variations: Abalone Prosperity platter, Salmon Sensation, and the unique Fruity Fortune option. These carefully curated yee sang selections make excellent choices for both family celebrations and corporate gifting, embodying the traditional symbols of abundance and harmony during the Chinese New Year season.
Abalone Prosperity Yee Sang Platter
10 January to 12 February 2025
RM138 nett
Salmon Sensation Yee Sang Platter
10 January to 12 February 2025
RM108 nett
Fruity Fortune Yee Sang Platter
10 January to 12 February 2025
RM88 nett
