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McLaren Vale Wine Region Modern Australian Restaurants

Dedicated to providing exceptional dining experiences built on a foundation of the highest quality and passion for culinary excellence, head to Ekhidna Kitchen and Wines on Branson Road in McLaren ...
Serafino Restaurant

Serafino Restaurant

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

McLaren Vale

13 Chef Hat Award
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...
Dine Out by the Sea at Whalers Book Now!Whalers Seaside Dining is serving up more than just stunning views — make it a night out this Thursday, Friday, or Saturday with a delicious dinner from 6pm. Whether you're catching up with friends...
Vale Restaurant & Bar

Vale Restaurant & Bar

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

McLaren Flat

Winter 2 course lunch menu $49Available Wed - FriWinter special lunch menu, 2 courses with a complimentary beverage of your choice
Anvers Wines

Anvers Wines

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

Kangarilla

New Spring Menu from Executive Chef Connor BishopBook your long lunch nowOur modern restaurant is the place where our wines, food, and our setting collide to create a sophisticated dining experience. Pivotal to this holistic sensory experience is Executive Chef Connor B...
Harry's Deli

Harry's Deli

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

McLaren Vale

With views over manicured lawns, native gum trees and organically grown vineyards, Harry’s Deli on Strout Road offers full-service dining at iconic Wirra Wirra Winery in the heart of the McLaren Va...
Maxwell Restaurant

Maxwell Restaurant

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

McLaren Vale

16 Chef Hat Award
Menu may include: Shallow fried Port Willunga squid, kewpie mayonnaise, lime; Salt water Barramundi, butter poached bugs, pea tendril panna cotta, samphfire, cauliflower, lobster foam and 250g Coor...
The Currant Shed

The Currant Shed

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

McLaren Flat

13 Chef Hat Award
Culinary decadence awaits all who journey down Ingoldby Road, finding The Currant Shed restaurant nestled among lush vineyards in McLaren Flat. Surrounded on all sides by rows of flourishing vines ...
Coriole Restaurant

Coriole Restaurant

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

McLaren Vale

12 Chef Hat Award
Tucked away from the busy street life of Old South Road, in the Adelaide suburb of Old Reynella, is locally loved Esculent. With timber floors, white painted exposed brick and accents of a burger b...
Nestled among rolling landscapes in the flourishing Fleurieu Peninsula is where locals and visitors find The Farm Willunga, a charming café, organic produce providore and luxury accommodation on Ma...
The Salopian Inn has recently been renovated and has reopened with a menu focus on seasonal produce with a constantly changing menu.
Old Bush Inn

Old Bush Inn

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

Willunga

Chicken Hub

Chicken Hub

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

Aberfoyle Park