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2023 SA Readers' Choice Awards

Red Poles

Red Poles

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 9:00:AM

McLaren Vale

Much more than a restaurant, Red Poles on McMurtrie Road is the ultimate McLaren Vale dining destination. Combining an art gallery, bed and breakfast and restaurant, this stunning venue offers indo...
Discover the beauty of McLaren Vale at Serafino, a winery, restaurant and accommodation venue nestled among 200-year-old gum trees, lakes and rolling hillsides. The largest venue space in McLaren V...
"Delectable Mod Australian Cuisine"
Bush DeVine Restaurant

Bush DeVine Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 10:00:AM

Sevenhill

12 Chef Hat Award
After exploring Clare Valley, take a sensory detour to Sevenhill where you will find hidden gem Bush DeVine Restaurant within Paulett Winery. Work up an appetite by strolling through the Indigenous...
"Fantastic imagination and technique"
Hardy's Verandah Restaurant

Hardy's Verandah Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00: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...
Garcon Bleu

Garcon Bleu

French   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30:PM

Adelaide CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Find Adelaide’s newest 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 restau...
Pike & Joyce Restaurant

Pike & Joyce Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00:AM

Lenswood

13 Chef Hat Award
Wine, dine and indulge the senses at Pike & Joyce Restaurant on Mawson Road in Lenswood. Perched on top of the hill, you'll find panoramic views of the Onkaparinga Valley from a full glass frontage...
Set amongst a mix of eucalyptus and landscaped gardens, Sidewood Estate Cellar Door and Restaurant on River Road brings hand-crafted wine and food to the Adelaide Hills. The jet-black cladded exter...
Expect an immersive sensory experience at St Hugo Restaurant on Barossa Valley Way in Rowland Flat. Nestled in the heart of the Barossa Valley in a captivating setting overlooking the vineyard, thi...
Press Food & Wine

Press Food & Wine

European   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00:PM

Adelaide CBD

13 Chef Hat Award
A bar and dining room in the heart of Adelaide, Press Food & Wine on Waymouth Street offers a modern European cooking style. Expect a focus on using the best sustainable South Australian produce, p...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Regional"
While visiting the Port Lincoln area of the Eyre Peninsula, a stop at The Line & Label on Whillas Road is an absolute must. Perched regally above the vineyard of Peter Teakle Wines, The Line & Labe...
Noi Vietnamese Eatery

Noi Vietnamese Eatery

Vietnamese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00:PM

Fullarton

Find a sun-filled atrium, bubbling pond and market garden waiting for you when you dine at Noi Vietnamese Eatery on Glen Osmond Road in Fullarton. The restaurant’s menu pays homage to the childhood...
Veggie Vie Cafe

Veggie Vie Cafe

Vegan   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00:AM

Adelaide CBD

Born out of a love of good vegan food, Veggie Vie Cafe on McHenry Street in the heart of Adelaide city was created with the vision to entice people of all walks of life to eat, drink and relax in a...
Serving the Limestone Coast for more than 20 years, Sorrentos Café on Bay Road delivers fare with flair to Mount Gambier diners. Nestled in the iconic old Post Office overlooking picturesque Cave G...
Nestled in Pikes Wines ‘Polish Hill River Estate’ in Sevenhill is award-winning restaurant SLATE. Take in picturesque views of estate vineyards from the alfresco deck with a glass of Riesling in ha...
Chinese fare with flair awaits Adelaide diners at Spicy Sichuan by China Chilli on Gouger Street. Conveniently located near Adelaide Central Market, this authentic Chinese restaurant exudes a styli...
William Macintosh

William Macintosh

$$$$$   Opens at 7:00:AM

Naracoorte

Nestled amid a tranquil garden setting you’ll find William Macintosh Motor Lodge, on Stewart Terrace in Naracoorte, just inland from Mount Gambier. Whether you’re travelling between Melbourne and A...
Watervale Hotel

Watervale Hotel

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00:AM

Watervale

Taste nature on the plate at historic and lovingly restored Watervale Hotel on Main North Road in the Clare Valley. This beautiful old pub is the ideal venue to share a family occasion whether in t...
L'Anse French Cafe

L'Anse French Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:30:AM

Port Lincoln

Known as one of the Eyre Peninsula’s most-loved dining destinations, head to L’Anse French Café on Liverpool Street in Port Lincoln for all things croissant. Eat, drink and relax at this stylish ve...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Regional"
ArtWine Estate

ArtWine Estate

   Opens at 11:00:AM

Woodside

Established for more than a decade and a leader in new-emerging varieties, ArtWine Estate’s award-winning wines are best enjoyed at the cellar door tucked into the Adelaide Hills along Bird In Hand...
"2019 Readers' Choice - Regional"
The Avenue Inn

The Avenue Inn

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 7:00:AM

Naracoorte

Those looking to stay, eat and play in Naracoorte head to The Avenue Inn on Fourth Avenue. This recently refreshed motel and licensed café boasts a quiet location and comfortable rooms, alongside g...