The best WhatsApp CNY marketing message templates for restaurants (2024)

CNY WhatsApp messages template for restaurants

Chinese New Year is all about spreading joy, prosperity, and laughter! As your restaurant gears up to celebrate the Year of the Dragon in 2024, it's crucial to make your customers smile, although it’s a WhatsApp marketing message. 

Let's add an extra touch of warmth to your WhatsApp interactions during Chinese New Year to make your customers' dining experiences even more memorable.

Here are some heartwarming CNY marketing message templates that you can incorporate into your WhatsApp communication:

Chinese New Year automated greeting messages for 2024: 

  1. 🐉Wishing you a ROAR-some Year of the Dragon! May your business soar to new heights and be filled with prosperity. Let's chase away bad vibes and welcome in the HUAT-ness! 🔥💼

  2. 🎉 Heng Ong Huat AH! Let the dragon bring success to your doorstep! Wishing your business a fierce and fabulous CNY. 🔥🐲 

  3. Gong Xi Fa Cai🧧Roar into the Dragon Year with laughter and joy! 🏮May your pockets be as full as a dragon's treasure trove. Heng Ong Huat and a ferociously happy Chinese New Year! 🎉🐉

  4. Dragons are mythical, but your success this year won't be! 🧨Heng ong huat, and may the Year of the Dragon bring you prosperity, joy, and a touch of dragon magic. 🐉✨

  5. 🌟 This Chinese New Year, let the dragon dance of fortune weave its way into your life! Wishing you boundless success, laughter, and a treasure trove of unforgettable moments. Gong Xi Fa Cai! 🏮🎉

5 CNY greetings messages tailored for your restaurants

  1. Wok your way into a year of flavour and fortune! [Restaurant Name] wishes you a sizzling Year of the Dragon, filled with delicious moments and overflowing prosperity.🥢

  2. Let's make this Year of the Dragon extra 'wok'-some! 🔥Swing by [ Restaurant Name] and let's stir-fry some good times together. Get ready for a flavour-packed CNY celebration! 🥘

  3. Dive into the Dragon Year with a full stomach and a fuller wallet at [Restaurant Name]. We're serving up luck, love, and lots of delicious dishes. Chopsticks ready? Let's dig in! 🥢🐉

  4. Fortune favours the flavorful! Spice up your Chinese New Year at [Restaurant Name]. May your tables be full, your flavours be bold, and your prosperity be GOLD! 💰🏮

  5. Sip, sip, hooray! Toast to a fizzy and fabulous Chinese New Year at [Restaurant Name]. May your business bubble with success, just like our celebratory drinks. HUAT's up for a sparkling year ahead! 🥂✨

Examples of WhatsApp auto reply message for CNY enquiries

Set up customised WhatsApp chatbot for your restaurant to automatically reply to FAQs. This is to improve customer service efficiency and also ensure a consistent, delightful customer experience, even during the busiest times of the year.

Operation hour inquiry

  • Customer: "Hey, do you open during CNY?”

  1. Hi [first name], wishing you a prosperous CNY!🏮Yes, we're open during CNY except on the first day. On that day, join us from 4 pm to 11 pm. Do you want to reserve a table? 

  2. Hey there, [first name]! 🎊We're keeping the lights on during CNY, business as usual. Swing by anytime, and let's make it a heng ong huat celebration!

  3. Gong Xi Fa Cai [first name]! 🏮 We're taking a short break from CNY eve at 5 pm, but don't worry, we'll be back spreading good vibes on the second day of CNY. Keep the celebration going!

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a whatsapp conversation about chocolate cake availability
  • Customer: "Hi, may I have your menu please?"

  1. Gong Xi Fa Cai [first name]! We have a delectable Chinese New Year menu waiting for you. Here are the highlights… Plus, exclusive promotions! Share your details for personalised offers!

  2. [First name], Heng Ong Huat to you! 🐉 We're riding the CNY dragon of excitement! Check out our epic CNY menu on our website!

  3. Hey [first name]! Swipe through our WhatsApp catalogue to discover our mind-blowing CNY specials. Trust us, you don't wanna miss out. Heng ong huat, foodies!

WhatsApp Broadcast template messages for CNY

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Send broadcast messages through WhatsApp to announce your customers or organise CNY campaigns. This will urge both new and existing customers to quickly make an order through WhatsApp or make a booking to mark their slot for CNY dining. Customise your messages with variables to send personalised messages to your customers.

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Here are some templates you can use to broadcast your campaign:

#1 Early bird booking promotions

🧧[Name] Happy Chinese New Year! Wishing you prosperity and happiness in the Dragon Year from [Restaurant Name] team!🐉🎊

During CNY, we’re open as usual and are now accepting reservations! 🥢

Due to high demand, we recommend booking your table early. Enjoy a 10% discount on all our special dishes if you make a booking 5 days before! 

Here are our available dining slots: 

[Dates]

Slot 1: [Time]

Slot 2: [Time]

Please provide your name, contact number, number of guests, and preferred time slot.

#2 CNY exclusive dining package discounts

🍊🏮Gong Xi Fa Cai,  [Name]. Celebrate togetherness in the Year of the Dragon with our special Family Dinner Packages. Whether you're a cosy group of 4 or a lively gathering of 10, we have the perfect package for joyous reunions. 🥢🥟

Show this message to our staff and enjoy an exclusive price. This offer is our way of saying thank you for your loyalty. Redeem this offer before [date] and join the Chinese New Year revelry at [Restaurant Name].🌸✨

#3 Reservations for special events

🧨Ring in the Dragon Year with a Special Surprise! 🐲We’re bringing the legendary Lion and Dragon Dance right to your table on [Specific date] and we [Restaurant Name] sincerely invite you to enjoy a night where culture meets cuisine.

Book your table now and join us in welcoming the Year of the Dragon with a roar of celebration. 🐉🍽️Click “yes” to make reservations immediately!

Template messages for confirming CNY bookings

WhatsApp interactive message templates, text message, list message and reply button
  1. Hello [name]! The stage is set, the dragons are roaring, 🐉and we can't wait to host you on [date] at [time] for an unforgettable Chinese New Year celebration. Can we count on your confirmation?

  2. Hey [name]! 🐲We're all set for your arrival on [date] at [time] to celebrate Chinese New Year with us. 🧧Please confirm this booking.

  3. Greetings, [name]! 🐉Our dragon's lair is ready for your arrival on [date] at [time] for a Chinese New Year extravaganza. Will you be the hero of this culinary tale? Please confirm your reservation.

Automate messages to collect dining experience feedback

  1. 🏮 Happy Chinese New Year! Thank you for celebrating with us at [Restaurant Name]. We hope you enjoyed the Lion Dance and our festive menu. Could you spare a moment to share your experience? As a token of our appreciation, we’ll offer you a 10% discount on your next visit for completing our quick survey.🥢🐉

  2. Thank you for dining with us this Chinese New Year at [Restaurant Name]! 🐲 We’d love to hear about your experience. Share your feedback through this quick survey [Survey Link], and you’ll be entered into our Lucky Draw for a chance to win a complimentary meal for two! 🎊🍽️

  3. Gong Xi Fa Cai! 🧧 Thank you for choosing [Restaurant Name] for your CNY celebration. We value your opinion and would appreciate your feedback. Complete our survey [Survey Link] and earn [number] loyalty points towards your next visit. Your feedback is our fortune! 🥢🎉

SleekFlow creates the best strategy on WhatsApp Business API for restaurants

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Now that you know what to send to your target audiences through WhatsApp during CNY. Start using WhatsApp Business API for restaurants to get the most out of it! SleekFlow is an official WhatsApp Business Solution Provider by Meta.

Through SleekFlow, you can use WhatsApp Business API with a wide range of additional features:

  • Automated flows on Flow Builder to save manpower and increase productivity

  • An all-in-one omnichannel inbox with multiple logins for your team members to manage conversations simultaneously

  • Broadcast personalised messages through popular channels such as WhatsApp (and Facebook)

  • Detailed analytics for you to analyse the performance of your WhatsApp Business marketing campaigns

  • Payment Links for customers to check out right in the chat, including full or partial refunds when requested by customers

  • Free Facebook Lead Ads integration to gather contacts and segment leads effectively

  • Free no-code WhatsApp widget to be installed on your website

  • A centralised CRM with organised segmentation and labelling

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Embrace the digital transformation with SleekFlow, and make every interaction with your customers as delightful as your cuisine. Here's to a prosperous Year of the Dragon, filled with joy, success, and unforgettable dining experiences! 🐉🥢🎉🧧

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