SUPER - HĀKARI

SUPER brings a quietly thrilling energy to Lyttelton, where Japanese and Māori traditions meet beneath the beams of the port town’s oldest surviving heritage building. Its thoughtfully pared-back interior glows with flattering light, lending a touch of magic to every table, while warm, attentive service steers the experience with an easy, confident hand.

SUPER HĀKARI is dining experience like no other, a feast of dishes inspired by seasonality, comfort and quiet creativity. A curated expression of the kitchen’s most loved flavours and finest produce.

The experience begins with dishes that drift effortlessly between shoreline and garden. Familiar comforts are elevated through texture, balance and umami: crisp, golden elements meet bright pickled notes, organic vegetables are layered with richness and freshness, and each plate arrives designed to be shared and savoured.

As the experience unfolds, the menu deepens into more soulful territory. Delicate broths, slow braises and smoke-kissed proteins speak to warmth and craft, while local ingredients and Japanese influence intertwine throughout. Earthy shiitake, tender cabbage, grilled fish and silky sauces create a sense of understated decadence, before richer dishes bring depth and indulgence to the table.

SUPER HĀKARI invites guests to settle in, share generously and experience the kitchen at its most expressive.

The bar is equally considered, from New Zealand wines and crisp tap beers to playful signatures like the Kawakawa Soda Pop or a miso caramel espresso martini. Leave room for something sweet and stay for the afterglow. Book a table, bring good company, and let the harbour breeze meet a little city sparkle.