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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.

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Luma Restaurant

Luma Restaurant

European   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Adelaide CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Natures Harvest MenuSeasonal Dining OfferLuma Restaurant and Kangaroo Island Ligurian Bee Co invite you to a seasonal dining experience celebrating the land, the growers and the golden touch of nature’s harvest.
Samurai Teppanyaki House

Samurai Teppanyaki House

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Hyde Park

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Discerning Adelaide foodies seeking exquisite Kobe beef and an authentic teppanyaki experience head down King William Road in Hyde Park to find Samurai Teppanyaki House. Japanese culture meets mode...
Penny Blue

Penny Blue

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

Adelaide CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Festive Trading HoursPenny Blue Restaurant Celebrate the season at Penny Blue. Plan Ahead with Our Festive Opening Hours!
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...
Lenzerheide

Lenzerheide

European   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
"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...
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 at 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 ...
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...
Australia's Best Wine List (Max 200 wines) - Aus Wine List of the Year Awards 2025Try our listAwarded Australia's Best Wine List (Max 200 wines) 2025. Read the review: This is an impressive list: bold, lively and challenging and with something interesting for everyone. The quote from Tenne...
Restaurant Botanic

Restaurant Botanic

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Adelaide CBD

19 Chef Hat Award
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...
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 ...
Indian Tadka

Indian Tadka

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Semaphore

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...
La Boca Bar and Grill

La Boca Bar and Grill

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

Adelaide CBD

Miyazaki A5 Wagyu Menu6 Course Miyazaki Adelaide’s first exclusive taste of certified A5 Miyazaki Wagyu, imported direct from Miyazaki Japan to La Boca Bar and Grill. Starting October 15 2025, La Boca is proud to present exclusive, direc...
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 ...
Sitting above five hectares of Shiraz vines at the glorious Penfolds Winery is the Magill Estate Restaurant, one of Adelaide's premier dining destinations. The views are unparalleled and the contem...
Ballet Wine Bar

Ballet Wine Bar

European   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Glenelg

Located in the vibrant suburb of Glenelg, Ballet Wine Bar on Jetty Road offers an elegant dining experience that beautifully intertwines European cuisine with a distinguished focus on wine. The set...