The 20 Best Restaurants in Adelaide

Golden Boy

Thai · Adelaide CBD

Golden Boy is a Thai restaurant on North Terrace in Adelaide, and it describes its food as contemporary Thai dining in the city's East End. The venue's promise is simple: let us take care of you. Several readers write in about it with real affection. One says she and her family simply love it, and another says it reliably delivers every time she goes. It suits a relaxed, well-looked-after meal.

“We love Golden Boy on North Terrace.” — Lisa

“This place never misses.” — Jacqui

Also picked by Carol, Matthew, Gary, Gael — and 7 more.

309 North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000 · Website

Lenzerheide

Hawthorn

Lenzerheide is a fine dining restaurant in Hawthorn, with a function room as well. Several readers name it, and one says it never disappoints. Others describe an old fashioned, quiet room where the service is great and the food lovely. The venue says it has welcomed diners since 1989 and invites guests to enjoy fine dining at its restaurant, which suits a calm, unhurried evening out.

“Lenzerhide never disappoints.”

“Old fashioned, quiet, great service & lovely food.”

Picked by Fiona, Rhea, Karen, Wendy — and 4 more.

146 Belair Rd, Hawthorn SA 5062 · Website

Chianti

Italian · Adelaide CBD

“My favourite restaurant is probably Chianti but we don't go out much.” — Gaynor

Also picked by David, Kerry — and 4 more.

160 Hutt St, Adelaide SA 5000 · Website

BBQ Inn

Barbecue · Glenelg

“Great steaks, chevapcici.”

Picked by Mary, Leanne — and 4 more.

160 Jetty Rd, Glenelg SA 5045 · Website

Fugazzi

Bar · Adelaide CBD

“Love Mrs Q, Fugazzi in the city.” — Mary

“Fugazzi is amazing.” — Lee

“Special occasion would be Fugazzi.” — Gail

Also picked by Belinda, Kay — and 1 more.

27 Leigh St, Adelaide SA 5000 · Website

The Salopian Inn

Asian fusion · McLaren Vale

The Salopian Inn in McLaren Vale serves Asian fusion in a restaurant and inn setting. The venue talks about seasonal dining, produce from its kitchen garden and Australian wines. Several readers have named it, and one says she simply loves the place. Others describe an amazing dining experience, with the service getting a particular mention. It suits a relaxed, unhurried meal when you want good wine and attentive staff.

“I love the Solopean Inn restaurant.” — Lynne

“Amazing dining experience with awesome service.”

Also picked by Anke, Shane — and 3 more.

Main Rd, McLaren Vale SA 5171 · Website

Ambrosini's

Italian · Norwood

“Love them both equally.”

Picked by Allan — and 4 more.

136 Magill Rd, Norwood SA 5067 · Website

Estia

Greek · Henley Beach

Estia is a Greek restaurant in Henley Beach, close to the sea, and it describes its food as authentic Greek dining. Its own words point to traditional mezze, fresh seafood and banquets, all enjoyed in seaside surrounds. Several readers have named it as a favourite, and it also does takeaway for those who prefer to eat at home. It suits a long, shared table with family or friends, the kind of meal made for lingering.

Picked by Mark, Pete, Basil, Sam — and 1 more.

255 Seaview Rd, Henley Beach SA 5022 · Website

2KW

Bar · Adelaide CBD

2KW is a bar and restaurant in the heart of Adelaide, and it describes itself as the city's most iconic rooftop spot, one that locals and visitors from near and far head to. Readers keep mentioning the food and the service, with one saying she dropped in for lunch just recently and found it delicious. It suits a relaxed midday meal or a drink with company.

“Great food. Great service.” — Robyn

“Just went to 2KW today for lunch and it was delicious.” — Wendy

Also picked by Mik, Graham.

2 King William St, Adelaide SA 5000 · Website

La Trattoria

Italian · Adelaide CBD

La Trattoria is an Italian restaurant on King William Street in Adelaide. The venue says it is now one of the oldest restaurants in the city and is still owned and run by its original proprietors, Andrea and Natale. Several readers speak warmly of it, and one says it offers the full package: good service, a pleasant atmosphere, tasty food and a steady standard every visit. It suits an easy Italian meal.

“Love La Trattoria in King William St.” — Greg

“It has the complete package of great service, atmosphere, taste and consistency.” — Mark

Also picked by Timothy — and 1 more.

346 King William St, Adelaide SA 5000 · Website

La Vita

Italian · Kidman Park

La Vita is an Italian restaurant and cafe in Kidman Park, serving an a la carte menu of pasta, pizza and seafood. Several readers have named it, and Melva says the food is reliably good, whenever she goes. The venue is open for lunch and dinner, and it also hosts functions. It describes itself as an authentic Italian restaurant and cafe, which suits a relaxed meal out or a larger gathering.

“Great food - always!” — Melva

Also picked by Maria, Di — and 1 more.

342 Grange Rd, Kidman Park SA 5025 · Website

Sophia

Adelaide CBD

Sophia is a bistro on Hutt Street in the Adelaide city centre. Several readers name it, and the feeling is of a place still fresh in their minds. One calls it a current favourite, another says it is the latest one to win them over, and a third admits it holds that spot for now. It suits anyone looking for a relaxed bistro meal.

“For now it is my favourite.” — Tony

“Latest fav would be Sofia. Best pub meal is at The Arab Steed.”

“Sophia is my current fave.”

Also picked by Helen — and 2 more.

16 Hutt St, Adelaide SA 5000 · Website

The Birkenhead

Pub · Birkenhead

The Birkenhead is a pub and bistro on the Port River in Birkenhead, and it calls itself a riverside pub with family meals, a bar and an all-weather deck. Several readers named it, and they keep coming back to the food and the staff. One says she has never had a bad meal or a poor experience there. It suits an easy family lunch or a relaxed dinner out, whatever the weather.

“Great food, great staff.” — Sable

“Never had a bad meal or experience there.” — Walter

Also picked by Jenny — and 1 more.

3/7 Riverview St, Birkenhead SA 5015 · Website

The Mediterranean

Mediterranean · Glenelg South

“Special occasion would be Fugazzi.” — Gail

Also picked by Kim, Lexie, Glen.

2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South SA 5045 · Website

Ying Chow

Chinese · Adelaide CBD

“A modest little restaurant but you need to book for the first sitting.” — Liz

Also picked by Kathy, Marg, Catherine.

114 Gouger St, Adelaide SA 5000 · Website

Amalfi

Italian · Adelaide CBD

“A tie btwn Fino Vino & Amalfi.” — Paul

Also picked by Zaahn, Mike.

29 Frome St, Adelaide SA 5000 · Website

Carnivore

Grill · Hindmarsh

Carnivore is a steak restaurant in Hindmarsh, and it also works as a bar and grill and a barbecue restaurant. The venue says it serves Australian produce with bold Mediterranean flavours. A few readers have named it as a favourite, and the room clearly suits groups, which fits its listing as a banquet hall too. It is a sensible pick for a long, relaxed meal with family or friends.

Picked by Kim — and 2 more.

46 Port Rd, Hindmarsh SA 5007 · Website

Eros

Greek · Adelaide CBD

Eros Kafe is a Greek restaurant on Rundle Street in the heart of Adelaide's CBD, and it also works as a wine bar. The venue describes its food as authentic Greek cuisine and invites diners to book a table. A few readers named it as a favourite, which says plenty about the kind of place it is: a spot for a relaxed Greek meal in the city.

Picked by Nikki, Kerryn — and 1 more.

275 Rundle St, Adelaide SA 5000 · Website

Grange Jetty Cafe

Cafe · Grange

Grange Jetty Cafe sits on the sand dunes at Grange, a beachside suburb of Adelaide, and opens for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The cafe describes its hospitality as friendly and says it serves great coffee. A few readers have named it, and one, Lyn, says she can count on good food and a warm welcome from the staff. It suits a relaxed meal by the beach at any time of day.

“Always great food and friendly service.” — Lyn

Also picked by Mark, Deb.

487 Esplanade, Grange SA 5022 · Website

Kiin

Asian · Adelaide CBD

Kiin is a modern Asian restaurant in the Adelaide CBD, serving Thai-inspired food alongside cocktails. A few readers have named it as a favourite, and one says the burrata is the real reason to go. The venue describes its dining as modern Asian, with a lively atmosphere, which suits a relaxed night out with friends or a drink before dinner.

“It is all about the burrata.” — Kirsten

Also picked by Eric, Belinda.

73 Angas St, Adelaide SA 5000 · Website