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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  Chinese  

Lola's Wine Bar

Lola's Wine Bar

European   $$$$$   Open Now

Norwood

12 Chef Hat Award
Vinyl NightsEVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAYVINYL DJ’S SPINNING TUNES 5 - 9PM Friday 9th January: TriTri (Belgium) Saturday 10th January: TriTri (Belgium) Friday 16th January: TriTri (Belgium) Saturday 17th January: TriTri (Belgium) Fri...
Peel St

Peel St

Fusion   $$$$$   Open Now

Adelaide CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Peel St, located in the heart of Adelaide CBD, offers a vibrant fusion of flavours that sets it apart from the city’s dining scene. The restaurant's warm and inviting atmosphere creates a perfect b...
La Louisiane

La Louisiane

French   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Adelaide CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Happiest Hour5-6pm Tuesday to FridayRendezvous at La Lou between 5-6pm, Tuesday to Friday and enjoy the happiest hour in Adelaide. Executive Chef Alexis Besseau has curated a selection of his favourite snacks at playful prices for yo...
Samurai Teppanyaki House

Samurai Teppanyaki House

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Hyde Park

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Valentine's Day14 February 2026Treat your Valentine to a night they won’t forget at Samurai Teppanyaki. Savour an elegant multi-course Valentine’s Day menu featuring premium ingredients, sizzling teppanyaki theatre and authentic...
Luma Restaurant

Luma Restaurant

European   $$$$$   Open Now

Adelaide CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Valentine's Dinner14th February 2026Celebrate Cupid's day of love with a special Valentine's Day dinner. Includes a specialty cocktail or glass of beer, wine or soft on arrival and a delicious 4 course dinner menu crafted by our awar...
Garcon Bleu

Garcon Bleu

French   $$$$$   Open Now

Adelaide CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Find Adelaide’s hottest gourmand destination introducing a modern ‘new French’ concept at Garcon Blue on Currie Street in the heart of the city. Nestling in the Sofitel Adelaide, this elegant resta...
Lenzerheide

Lenzerheide

European   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 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 6:00 PM

Crafers

16 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
Celebrate In Style At CarnivoreEnquire Today!Celebrate in style at Carnivore! From the elegance of our main dining area to the exclusivity of Matador’s Lounge, our spaces are designed for unforgettable moments. Enquire today and make your nex...
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...
Parmi + Pint dealAll day on January 21stDo you like a good parmi? Do you also like free beer? Well do we have an offer for you ???? Come by the Lady Daly Hotel on Wednesday Jan 21st to enjoy a free pint of beer with any schnitzel order....
Lotus Story Restaurant

Lotus Story Restaurant

Vietnamese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

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   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Quarterly Wine ClubFree delivery!Every box contains 12 carefully selected wines tried and tested by the passionate East End Cellars team to bring the best of the season to you. We spend time to give you a short brief on each wine,...
Restaurant Botanic

Restaurant Botanic

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

Adelaide CBD

18 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...
Indian Tadka

Indian Tadka

Indian   $$$$$   Open Now

Semaphore

Located on Semaphore Road, Semaphore, Indian Tadka brings the warmth and colour of Indian cuisine to Adelaide’s relaxed coastal strip. The inviting space is perfect for casual dining, filled with t...
Thursday - $15 BYO nightBring your favouritesWe invite you to bring your special bottle to enjoy with Stéphane’s cooking. We'll treat your treasures with love! (Wine only please - max 2 bottles per table)
Ember & Vine

Ember & Vine

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

Mawson Lakes

Weekday $30 Menu At Ember & VineEnjoy Our Weekday DealWeekdays taste better at Ember & Vine. Enjoy our $30 weekday meal and drink offer, available Monday to Friday from 10am to 10pm. Each day features a rotating favourite, from Thai yellow chicken cur...
Sunnyside

Sunnyside

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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 ...
On Leigh Street in the Adelaide CBD, May Q Korean Restaurant & Bar is a cosy, authentic dining spot tucked into one of the city’s most vibrant laneways. Warm and inviting, the space offers a relaxe...