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Travellers' Choice2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago

If you are looking for quality food and great service then this is the place to dine. It was AMAZING . Make sure you book in advance as this is a dining experience not to be missed

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Always fabulous, never disappointed. The presentation continues to amaze us and any visitors we bring along. Mirek is pleasant, personable, a fabulous host whilst his lovely wife works away in the kitchen sending out the works of art we call our meals.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

We decided on MK after much deliberation and were so pleased at our choice. This is a fabulous restaurant, casual but elegant, a delightful experience that left us wondering how they do it for the prices. Our meal was a work of visual and sensory...art. Flavours that titillated our taste buds and demand a top review. Service and atmosphere were top class. Thank you for setting the scene for wonderful memories. JeanMore

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 20 October 2023

A little bit different and well worth the visit. Mains are all things like dumplings, pierogies, pasties, stuffed food from different cultures. The chef is very inventive and pairs each choice with a selection of pickles and other sophisticated savoury treats. Wine pours are generous....The owner of the restaurant acts as waiter and is friendly and knowledgeable. Really good experience all round. Will come again.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 3 October 2023

My 2nd visit to mk and was amazing . Great food, wine and service . The desserts are amazing and presentation are wow....took friends from Australia and they loved it too.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 1 October 2023

This restaurant is well worth a visit due to its unusual take on food. Many of the meals have a large number of components and are created using molecular and traditional techniques. I had the Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli followed by Apple and Cinnamon Pierogies....Both have to be seen to be believed (see photos)! Really delicious meals, the like of which you probably won’t find elsewhere.More

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 27 September 2023

The food was amazing, prepared with the upmost care and attention to details, every bite was bursting with flavour, showing the use of the freshest ingrediencies. Despite the high quality of the food, the prices were surprisingly reasonable. It's rare to find a place in...NZ that offers such a culinary experience it provides. The inviting atmosphere further enhanced the overall dining experience.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 27 September 2023

I wanted somewhere special to take my partner for her birthday. She's a foodie, so admires and enjoys good food. When you turn up at the restaurant, you could easily be fooled by the simple decor. However, after a very warm, personal greeting by the...owner, we found it warm and comfortable. My partner enjoys food - especially when fresh ingredients have been skilfully paired with flair and creativity. Both of us were not disappointed with our respective choices. Each element on the plate was, simple, fresh and a mouth watering surprise. Then there was desert. It's hard to describe, but each choice consisted of multiple, skilfully presented elements and all were a taste sensation. Drinks are all the same price, which sounds unusual, but the range is reasonable and it's very simple. The Syrah I had was mouthwatering delicious. No matter the occasion, if your evening is like our own experience, MK is great value and you'll still be talking about the food several days later!More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 24 September 2023

The best restaurant in town! It's a must try in Hanmer Springs. Their menus are already set. There is no need to order an appetizer. Everything is already included in one plate and since it's our first year wedding Anniversary, the chef was so kind...of giving us a complementary dessert.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 23 September 2023

Everything was superb - the flavours, the artistic presentation, the warmth of the host, the overall style - all is exceptional - thank you MK team!!!

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 22 September 2023 via mobile

It's a cute small restaurant with awesome sounds playing in the background. The menu is simple, but the food is anything but. Great mains and devine desserts. Drinks are kept simple, but the overall experience is amazing. I would highly recommend.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 19 September 2023

Wow!!! A MUST DO!!! The food is out of this world, best i have ever had ,ever. The presentation, the taste wow.. have your tast buds ready and your phone charged as you will want to take photos of the dishes. Tripadvisor needs 7 stars...for MKMore

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 17 September 2023 via mobile

The guy was so nice and explained the meal after it came out. All meals appeared to have the same 'base' veges/salads/etc which seem like they took a long time to make with only the perogis differing. The desert was so good, I can see...why people would try to book desert only but it seemed like every desert was the same apart from the flavored perogi too. The chairs were far too old and worn. The cushions had worn down so much you could feel the supporting beamsMore

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 16 September 2023 via mobile

I am no dumpling expert, but this was [obviously] exceptional. Do be sure to have a desert as well. We went asa couple with friends knowing only that MK came highly recommended - it is wonderful.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 11 September 2023

We are not surprised that this is the number 1 restaurant. Food is amazing, presentation is amazing and the owner is great fun. He told us all about each dish. If you have an opportunity to come to Hanmer Springs, make sure you book a...table at MK's. You will be amazed!More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Response from Mirek K | Property representative |
Hi Lolo121 , yes if you like to, just go to our restaurant page and book your table please. Kind regards MK
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No BYO, sorry.
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MK RESTAURANT, Hanmer Springs - Menu, Prices & Restaurant Reviews

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MK Restaurant is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 5
  • Service: 5
  • Value: 5
  • Atmosphere: 5