Peninsula Chinese Cuisine CNY Lunch

Post by Chiefeater Luke Soon

Peninsula Chinese Cuisine provided the setting for our second-day Chinese New Year lunch. Many Chinese restaurants were closed this year and Peninsula was among those that remained open.

Among the dishes presented, one stood out above the rest—the pomfrets steamed in soy sauce. While many establishments have turned to Patin fish as their main seafood offering, Peninsula remained faithful to the classic pomfrets. Each bite brought back memories of Chinese restaurants from decades past, evoking a sense of nostalgia and comfort.

Another highlight of the meal was the succulent pork knuckle, known as yuen tai. This was my first encounter with this dish in a Chinese New Year set menu this year, and it did not disappoint. The tender meat and flavourful sauce left a lasting impression, showcasing the chef’s skill and attention to detail.

However, despite these two dishes, I couldn’t help but feel that the overall experience at Peninsula Chinese Cuisine fell short of expectations when considering the price. With a total bill of RM1,700, inclusive of taxes, service charges, and a few cans of soda water (we brought our own gin), the value and quality did not quite measure up. While the food was enjoyable, I had anticipated a more exceptional culinary journey given the cost.

Chinese New Year 2026 Menu

Horse Year Prosperity (马年大吉) – RM 1,586++ for 10 pax

Prosperity Yee Sang with Jelly Fish
Braised Mixed Dried Seafood with Crab Meat Soup
Oven Roasted Chicken
Steamed Orange Roughy Fish with Soya Sauce
Pan-Fried Prawns with Maple Sauce
Braised Stuffed Fish Maws with Dried Oyster Mushrooms and Beancurd Skins
Peninsula Wax Meat Rice
Double Boil Sea Coconuts with Peach Raisin and Longan
Deep Fried Golden Balls

Horse Year Auspicious (马年吉祥) – RM 2,186++ for 10 pax | RM 1,486++ for 6 pax

Prosperity Yee Sang with Sliced Abalone
Braised Shark Fin Soup with Crab Meat and Dried Seafood
Oven Roasted Iberico Pork Ribs in BBQ Sauce
Steamed Chinese Pomfret with Beancurd Skins and Black Fungus
Prawns in Chef’s Signature Sauce
Braised Abalone with Stuffed Fish Maws with Dried Oyster, Mushrooms and Beancurd Skins
Traditional Wax Meat Rice
Double Boil Longan with Aloe Vera and Peach Raisin
Deep Fried Golden Balls

Success with Horse Arrival (马到功成) – RM2,886++ for 10 pax

Prosperity Yee Sang with Whole Abalone
Double Boil Cordy Flower with Chicken Soup
Oven Roasted Iberico Pork Ribs in Honey Sauce
Steamed Chinese Pomfret with Wild Mushroom
Pan-Fried Prawn in Homemade Sauce
Braised Sea Cucumber with Abalone Dried Oyster, Mushrooms and Beancurd Skins
Peninsula Wax Meat Rice with Eggs
Peninsula Chilled Mango Sago
Deep Fried Chinese Nian Gao

Ten Thousand Horses Galloping (万马奔腾) – RM 3,786++ for 10 pax
2 Head Abalone Fruits Yee Sang with Black Truffle
Double Boil Dendrobium Flower with Chicken Soup
Oven Roasted Suckling Piglet
Steamed Star Grouper with Crispy Ginger and Garlic
Bake River Prawn with Superior Soya Sauce
Braised Abalone, Dried Oyster, Fish Maw with Mushrooms and Broccoli
Peninsula Wax Meat Rice in Claypot
Double Boil Red Dates with White Fungus Peach Raisin and Snow Nest
Peninsula Homemade Dessert

Business Hours
Opens Daily
10:00 am to 03:00 pm
06:00 pm to 10:00 pm