Award-Winning Boutique Restaurant in Hanmer Springs

?? MK Restaurant – Award-Winning Hanmer Springs Gem – New Price & Offers Considered

Asking Price: $225,000 (Negotiable for the right buyer)
All serious offers will be reviewed asap.

After 9 years of building one of New Zealand’s most respected boutique restaurants, the current owners are preparing for a well-deserved retirement. This creates a rare opportunity for a new operator to step into a fully established, profitable business with a strong brand, loyal clientele, and a reputation that speaks for itself.

In 2025, MK Restaurant once again received the TripAdvisor Best of the Best Award, placing it in the Top 1% of restaurants worldwide. This follows previous national recognition in 2022 and years of consistent top rankings.

? Business Highlights:

Multi-award-winning boutique restaurant with 9+ years of acclaim

TripAdvisor Best of the Best 2022,2023,2024 & 2025

Turnkey operation: fully equipped kitchen & dining room – purpose-built by the owners (not leased fit-out)

Profitably operated by 2 owners with no staff – open only 5 evenings/week

Excellent lease through 2026 + 5-year right of renewal to 2031.

14,300+ views on Trade Me in just a few weeks – strong buyer interest.
?? What’s New?

? Training, handover and full transition support offered to the right buyer

? Offers will be reviewed up to 25 November 2025

?? Why buy a section for $395,000 and mow the lawn...

…when you can own a celebrated restaurant with real revenue, a legendary name, and a guestbook full of 5-star reviews?

MK Restaurant isn’t just a business – it’s a lifestyle, a brand, and a platform for any chef or couple ready to make their mark.
?? Let’s Talk:

We welcome enquiries from:

Hospitality professionals

Chef-owner duos

Serious lifestyle investors

Financials and full business profile available upon request and signed NDA.
This is a rare opportunity that won’t stay on the market long – act now.

Agency reference #: MK2025