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Adelaide Restaurants

Adelaide's food scene has exploded in recent years. Each week, it seems as though there is a new place to visit and new things to try. Whether you are looking for something sweet, or a new restaurant which combines fine dining with a modern edge, look no further than Adelaide's impressive list of restaurants. With world-class entertainment and breathtaking natural attractions, Adelaide is the ideal place to get a taste of what is to come. Here are our picks of the top Adelaide restaurants.

Popular Cuisines : Modern Australian  Cafe  Italian  Indian  Pizza  Vietnamese  Asian  Thai  

Samurai Teppanyaki House

Samurai Teppanyaki House

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Wed 6:00 PM

Hyde Park

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
The Kobe Degustation ExperienceIndulge In Pure LuxuryExperience the height of culinary excellence with Samurai Teppanyaki’s exclusive Kobe Degustation Menu. Enjoy the rare chance to compare authentic Kobe beef with two premium Australian wagyu cuts, ...
Penny Blue

Penny Blue

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Adelaide CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Christmas Eve DinnerFestive Specials!Traditional Penny Blue a la carte menu with festive specials Wednesday 24 December Sitting 1 - 6:00pm – 8:00pm Sitting 2 - 8:00pm $140 per adult minimum spend (all inclusive) Children Menu $4...
Luma Restaurant

Luma Restaurant

European   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Adelaide CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
New Year's Eve31st December 2025Celebrate this NYE in the heart of the city and on the doorstep of all this year’s fireworks and festivities. Dine in or join us for a drink in Luma Bar before heading out. We also have a very limi...
Garcon Bleu

Garcon Bleu

French   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Adelaide CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Sofitel's High TeaEvery Saturday and SundayWhether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a bridal shower, or seeking an elegant escape, our High Tea offerings promise a memorable experience. Our classic and much-loved High Tea is ideal for...
La Boca Bar and Grill

La Boca Bar and Grill

Argentinian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Adelaide CBD

Christmas Day Surf And TurfSurf & Turf Buffet This Christmas, indulge in a flame-grilled Surf & Turf Buffet bursting with festive flavour and Argentinian flair. From smoky meats straight off the Asador and Parrilla to fresh local seafood and d...
"Fantastic imagination and technique"
Hardy's Verandah Restaurant

Hardy's Verandah Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Crafers

17 Chef Hat Award
Just 15 minutes from Adelaide, overlooking the rolling patchwork of Piccadilly Valley, is Mount Lofty House, home to Hardy’s Verandah Restaurant. An elegant atmosphere awaits, styled with true refi...
Lenzerheide

Lenzerheide

European   $$$$$   Opens Wed 12:00 PM

Hawthorn

13 Chef Hat Award
Experience sumptuous elegance when dining at the award-winning Lenzerheide restaurant on Belair Road in Hawthorn. Established in 1989, enjoy the very best in fine dining Adelaide has to offer; only...
Carnivore

Carnivore

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Hindmarsh

12 Chef Hat Award
At Carnivore on Port Road in Hindmarsh feasting is an art form designed for true indulgence. Signature curated meat platters are expertly grilled over an open flame to highlight the rich, bold flav...
North Adelaide’s newest culinary destination, ODE´ brings the elegance of fine dining with the fun spirit of a bistro to O’Connell Street. Discover classic techniques and flavours that have stood t...
Lotus Story Restaurant

Lotus Story Restaurant

Vietnamese   $$$$$   Opens Wed 11:00 AM

North Adelaide

Weekday Lunch SpecialTakeaway or Dine-inJoin us for our delicious lunch-only specials featuring fresh, comforting Vietnamese favourites. From fragrant Ph?, vibrant vermicelli bowls, rich satay stir-fries, to crispy spring rolls, there’s ...
Indian Tadka

Indian Tadka

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Semaphore

Christmas Lunch At Indian TadkaBook NowOur Christmas menu is here Book your festive extravaganza with us and Celebrate in Style. For $95pp you’ll enjoy a mix of our favourite classics and signature fusion dishes. It’s a feast you won’t...
New Year's Eve 2025Celebrate NYE with usRing in New Year's Eve 2025 with a spectacular celebration. Join us for a sumptuous 4 course dinner, priced at $129 pp with optional all sparkling matched wines from Australian Wine List of the Yea...
Cafe di Roma

Cafe di Roma

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 4:30 PM

Prospect

Authentic Italian DiningA Taste of ItalyEnjoy warm Italian hospitality at Café di Roma on Prospect Road. Relax in charming surrounds or alfresco and savour authentic dishes like Primavera pizza, fettuccine with salami and Napoli sauce, v...
Ember & Vine

Ember & Vine

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Mawson Lakes

End of Year Functions At Ember & VinePlan Your Festive FeastCelebrate the festive season in style at Ember & Vine with our private Christmas functions. Whether it’s colleagues, family, or friends, our group dining menus bring people together with modern Aus...
Restaurant Botanic on North Terrace in Adelaide is a celebration of place and time – the place is the stunning Adelaide Botanic Gardens and the time is the seasons. Diners are surrounded by 51-acre...
Lola's Wine Bar

Lola's Wine Bar

European   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Norwood

Lola’s Wine Bar on Magill Road in Norwood is an elevated yet unpretentious spot where good food, great wine and easygoing charm create the kind of atmosphere that keeps you coming back. Settle in w...
Sunnyside

Sunnyside

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Henley Beach

Signature Bagels at SunnysideBook Now!Start your morning right at Sunnyside with our flavour-packed bagels. Try the Truffle Shroom Bagel with panko-crumbed mushroom, egg, American cheese, truffle aioli & sweet chilli, the Salmon Bagel ...
East End Cellars - The Tasting Room
Building an excellent reputation for fine wine and food, head to East End Cellars – The Tasting Room on Vardon Avenue in Adelaide CBD for a cosy drink with friends while watching the world pass by....
My Kingdom For a Horse

My Kingdom For a Horse

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Adelaide CBD

For seasonal all-day fare with flair and a constantly changing selection of coffee beans roasted onsite, discerning Adelaide foodies head to My Kingdom For a Horse on Wright Street in the heart of ...
Tutto Cucina + Bar

Tutto Cucina + Bar

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 AM

Adelaide CBD

Serving up old and new home-styled classics redone with a little wink and nod, head to Tutto Cucina + Bar on Waymouth Street in Adelaide’s CBD for everyday Italian made into something ‘grande speci...