Where to Eat According to Your Chinese Zodiac Sign

Let your birth year guide you to your perfect meal

This Lunar New Year, we welcome the Year of the Fire Horse (February 17, 2026 – February 5, 2027), which brings “high-energy, rapid, and often volatile, change, demanding bold action, independence, and swift decision-making. It is a time for innovation, travel, and social reconnection,” according to The Japan Times and Parade. What better way to reconnect than over a meal at your favorite restaurant?

Horse: Happy Camper

Symbolizing vitality, speed and perseverance, people born in the Year of the Horse (2026, 2014, 2002, 1990, 1978, 1966, 1954, 1942) are believed to possess traits such as being hardworking, warm-hearted and independent, and are known for being animated, active and energetic. Of all the restaurants at Lettuce, we can say for certain that someone born under the Horse sign would feel right at home at Happy Camper in Las Vegas. The happiest place on the The Strip offers a menu of satisfying “Happy-tizers,” pizza, and fun cocktails like the Big A$$ Lemonade and Chalice of Aperol Spritz, perfect for anyone who knows how to work hard and play hard! View the menu at Happy Camper – Las Vegas
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Goat: Ema

The Goat, aka the Sheep or Ram, symbolizes gentleness, kindness and peace, and people born in the Year of the Goat (2027, 2015, 2003, 1991, 1979, 1967, 1955, 1943, 1931) are considered artistic, passionate and nurturing, with a calm, harmonious and supportive personality. Ema, which translates to “mother” in Hebrew, is a natural fit here, with a crowd-pleasing menu of shareable hot and cold California-inspired Mediterranean mezze that will make Goats feel right at home. With a brand-new location now open in Austin, there are more options than ever to relax with Ema’s signature spritzes, incredible cocktails and global wines. View the menu at the Ema
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Monkey: Sushi-san

People born in the Year of the Monkey (2016, 2004, 1992, 1980, 1968, 1956, 1944) are typically smart, quick-witted and versatile, and in the Chinese Zodiac, the Monkey is a symbol of cleverness, versatility and innovation. Sushi-san‘s playful Lucky Cat mascot, innovative to-go and catering packaging, vast selection of Japanese whisky and sake-by-the-glass, and brand new location in Nashville serving up unique soft-serve flavors, continues to reinvent the modern sushi experience. (And don’t miss the showstopping 18-course omakase experience at The Omakase Room at Sushi-san – River North!) View the menu at Sushi-san
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Rooster: Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab

In Chinese culture, the Rooster is regarded as a symbol of perseverance, hard work, punctuality, timekeeping, and being alert. People born in the Year of the Rooster (2017, 2005, 1993, 1981, 1969, 1957, 1945) are usually self-assured, confident, and ambitious and display dedication and discipline, often striving for excellence in whatever they do. Roosters will undoubtedly appreciate the unparalleled hospitality and culinary excellence on display at Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab, with locations in Chicago’s River North, downtown Washington, D.C., and Las Vegas, serving up their famed Florida Stone Crab, perfectly grilled steaks, seafood, Joe’s signature pies and more. View the menu at Joe’s
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Dog: Wildfire

People born under the Chinese Zodiac’s Year of the Dog (2018, 2006, 1994, 1982, 1970, 1958, 1946) are highly regarded for their protective nature, strong sense of responsibility, and willingness to go above and beyond for loved ones. A symbol of loyalty, companionship, and faithfulness, Dogs are often described as reliable, honest, and steadfast, which makes Wildfire‘s timeless menu of signature steaks, chops and seafood, rotating nightly specials, and warm atmosphere the place for this sign! Wildfire hosts, managers, and servers are known for greeting their regulars by name, remembering birthdays, and being the hosts for milestone celebrations of all kinds for more than 30 years. View the menu at Wildfire
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Pig: Mon Ami Gabi

While the Pig is widely known in the Chinese Zodiac as the symbol of wealth, people born in the Year of the Pig (2031, 2019, 2007, 1995, 1983, 1971, 1959, 1947) are also known for being honest, practical, understanding, down-to-earth and easy to get along with. These qualities make them a trustworthy friend, which means that Mon Ami Gabi (“My Friend Gabi” in French), is the ideal spot for a Pig to dine. It’s made for an indulgent date night, dinner or brunch with friends over the carefully crafted menu of timeless French dishes prepared with a modern twist, from the Steak Frites and the famous Roast Chicken a la Grand-Mère to Classic Eggs Benedict. View the menu at Mon Ami Gabi
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Rat: Beatrix

The Chinese Zodiac Rat holds a significant place in Chinese culture and folklore: The rat is considered clever, resourceful, and adaptable, and known for its intelligence and ability to overcome challenges. People born in the Year of the Rat (2020, 2008, 1996, 1984, 1972, 1960, 1948, 1936) are believed to possess qualities such as wit, charm, and ambition, and are seen as excellent problem-solvers. Adaptability is the name of the game at Lettuce’s beloved all-day cafe, Beatrix! From your 7:00 AM coffee and noon lunch meeting, to afternoon pick-me-up, post-work happy hour, and quick dinner or date night, Beatrix can do it all, with charm to boot. View the menu at Beatrix
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Ox: Big Bowl

In Chinese culture, the Ox is often depicted as a symbol of prosperity, productivity and agricultural abundance. Likewise, in the Chinese Zodiac, the sign represents diligence, perseverance, honesty, down-to-earth persistence, and hard work, and people born in the Year of the Ox (2021, 2009, 1997, 1985, 1973, 1961, 1949, and 1937) often display characteristics such as reliability, stability, and patience. Any Ox would find some good, honest fun at Big Bowl enjoying Lunar New Year specials and all their Chinese and Thai favorites. Or, stop into the Lincolnshire or Schaumburg locations all year round to check out the build-your-own stir-fry bar! View the menu at Big Bowl
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Tiger: Crying Tiger

The Tiger is known as the king of all beasts in China, and the Chinese Zodiac Tiger is a symbol of strength and braveness. People born in the Year of the Tiger (2022, 2010, 1998, 1986, 1974, 1962, 1950, 1938) are considered brave, confident, competitive, and unpredictable, but also usually have a down-to-earth personality, strong work ethic, and exceptional leadership skills. It’s a given that Lettuce’s newest restaurant in Chicago, Crying Tiger, would be the purr-fect spot for Tigers to dine. Chef Thai Dang and his team work tirelessly to bring guests on a nightly culinary adventure through Southeast Asia. View the menu at Crying Tiger
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Rabbit: R.J. Grunts

People born in a Year of the Rabbit (2023, 2011, 1999, 1987, 1975, 1963, 1951, 1939, 1927) are believed to be vigilant, witty, quick-minded, and ingenious. Given that the Rabbit is a symbol of longevity, peace, and prosperity in Chinese culture, those born under this sign might find kinship at R.J. Grunts, the original Lettuce restaurant, “open on Earth” since June 10, 1971, delighting guests with its quirky witticisms, eclectic environs and constant menu innovations for nearly 55 years (it is the birthplace of the Salad Bar and Potato Skins, and its Late Night Happy Hour is the best happy hour in the city, according to Chicago Magazine, after all!). View the menu at R.J. Grunts
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Dragon: RPM Steak

In Chinese culture, the Dragon holds a significant place as an auspicious and extraordinary creature, unparalleled in talent and excellence. It symbolizes power, nobility, honor, luck, and success. Thus, people born in the Year of the Dragon (2024, 2012, 2000, 1988, 1976, 1964, 1952), who typically possess natural courage, tenacity, and intelligence, will slide into a booth at RPM Steak with a confidence that only a Dragon can exude. We admit, life’s good when you’re at this sleek steakhouse enjoying globally sourced, melt-in-your-mouth wagyu, steaks, chops, seafood, and more. View the menu at RPM Steak
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Snake: Tre Dita

Coming out of the Year of the Wood Snake, 2025 was considered a year of transformation. Along with this symbolic “shedding of the skin,” this sign is associated with wisdom, charm and elegance, and people born in the Year of the Snake (2025, 2013, 2001, 1989, 1977, 1965, 1953) are believed to be intuitive, strategic, and intelligent. Tre Dita might just be the perfect match for a Snake—Chef Partner Evan Funke’s cucina Toscana at The St. Regis Chicago, is somehow both sophisticated and whimsical, with the pasta master’s signature handmade dishes sharing the spotlight with an extensive list of Italian wines and inventive cocktails such as the Garibaldi Banger. View the menu at Tre Dita
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