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Private Dining & Events

Your celebration, crafted by our kitchen

Host your next milestone at No. 31, Hanmer Springs' award-winning fine dining restaurant. We offer exclusive use of the restaurant for private events of up to 35 guests, with a bespoke menu designed by our chef around your occasion. In summer, our outdoor seating adds room for 25 more guests.

From intimate wedding receptions to milestone birthdays and corporate dinners, our team takes care of every detail so you can simply enjoy the evening with your guests.

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Fine dining main course prepared for a private event at No. 31 Restaurant Hanmer Springs
35
Guests Indoors
Exclusive use of the restaurant
60
In Summer
Plus 25 guests on our outdoor seating
3+
Course Menus
Designed around your event
GF · DF
Dietary Friendly
Many gluten & dairy-free options
Occasions We Host

Made for moments worth remembering

Every private event at No. 31 is tailored to you, from the menu and wine to the pace of the evening.

Weddings & Receptions

An elegant, intimate wedding dinner with a menu created especially for the couple.

Birthdays & Anniversaries

Celebrate a milestone with family and friends over a bespoke tasting menu.

Corporate Dinners

Impress clients or reward your team with a refined dinner in Hanmer Springs.

Engagements & Rehearsal Dinners

Mark the start of something special before the big day.

Family Gatherings

Reunions, farewells and holiday celebrations, with a kids tasting menu on request.

Celebrations of Every Kind

Tell us what you are celebrating and we will shape the evening around it.

Lamb rack main course from a bespoke private event menu at No. 31 Hanmer Springs Plated entrée from a private dining menu at No. 31 Dessert course with edible flowers at a No. 31 private event
Recently at No. 31

A wedding dinner for 35 guests

We recently hosted an intimate wedding celebration for 35 guests, with a three-course menu created exclusively for the couple. It is a great example of how we work: every private event starts with a conversation, and our chef designs a menu that reflects you and your occasion.

I

Entrée

A seasonal first course designed around your tastes.

II

Main

The centrepiece of the evening, made with the best local produce.

III

Dessert

A sweet finish to toast the occasion.

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Additional courses & wine matching

Add extra courses to suit your event, paired with local North Canterbury wines.

How It Works

Planning your event, made simple

1

Send an enquiry

Email us your date, guest numbers and the occasion you are celebrating.

2

Design your menu

Our chef creates a bespoke menu of three or more courses for your event.

3

Confirm the details

We confirm your menu, drinks, seating and venue hire so everything is set.

4

Celebrate

Relax and enjoy the evening while our team looks after your guests.

Good to Know

Private event details

Have a question that is not answered here? Email us at info@restaurant-no31.nz and we will be happy to help.

How many guests can No. 31 host for a private event?

We can host private events for up to 35 guests inside the restaurant. During summer, when our outdoor seating is open, we can welcome an additional 25 guests outside, for up to 60 guests in total.

Is there a venue hire charge?

Yes, a venue hire charge applies for private events. We will provide a quote based on your date, guest numbers and requirements when you send your enquiry.

What menu options are available for private events?

Our chef creates a special menu for every private event, with a minimum of three courses: entrée, main and dessert. Additional courses can be added to suit your event.

Can you cater for dietary requirements?

Yes. We offer many gluten-free and dairy-free options. Let us know about any dietary requirements for your guests when planning your menu.

What drinks are available? Can we bring our own?

No. 31 is not BYO. You can add wine matching to your menu or choose from our drinks list, featuring local North Canterbury wines such as Greystone, Terrace Edge and Pegasus Bay, Canterbury craft beers and cocktails.

How do I enquire about a private event?

Email info@restaurant-no31.nz with your preferred date, number of guests and the occasion. Our team will get back to you to start planning.

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Let's plan your private event

Send us your enquiry and our team will be in touch to start creating your bespoke menu. To help us plan, please include:

Preferred dateNumber of guestsType of occasionIndoor or outdoor (summer, up to 60 guests)Dietary requirements
Send your enquiry Call 03-315-7031
info@restaurant-no31.nz
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