MK Restaurant
A family-run restaurant themed around dumplings from around the world, long ranked top for dinner in Hanmer Springs.
Located in the Village shopping centre in the small town, this restaurant is run by a husband and wife, with the wife cooking and the owner personally serving and explaining each dish. The menu brings together dumplings from many countries, including pork, chicken, prawn, Polish pierogi, potato and cheese, and Italian panzerotti, all served with side dishes. The ‘Trust the Chef’ menu blends dumplings from several countries with fermentation techniques, and its desserts are also frequently praised. Gluten-free dumplings are made with potato starch. Seating is limited and the restaurant is very popular, so book ahead. Value is excellent, and it is a few minutes’ walk from the hot pools.
Opening hours
Open for dinner; please check the official website for details
Nearby sights
- Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa
- Conical Hill Walk
- Hanmer Springs Animal Park
- Hanmer Forest Park
- Dog Stream Waterfall
- Mount Isobel
- Waiau Ferry Bridge Bungy & Thrillseekers Canyon Jet
- Mt Lyford Alpine Resort