12 Adelaide Restaurants Open on Mondays When Everything Else Shuts Down
Monday in Adelaide can feel like a ghost town—many restaurants close their doors to regroup after the weekend. But if you're craving dinner on a Monday night, you've got options. Here are 12 venues across Adelaide that stay open when the city's hospitality scene largely goes dark, so you can eat out without the usual crowds.
- 1Restaurants Adelaide CBD
1. Part Time Lover
A reliable Monday pick in the Adelaide CBD if you want somewhere central and accessible on a night when choice is limited.
Open MondaysView venue4.8(1,935)· Google$$$$69Spot ScoreWorth a Look 
2Restaurants Adelaide CBD2. Herringbone
Located in the city heart, Herringbone keeps its doors open Mondays for anyone looking for a weeknight meal without travelling far.
Open late (after 10pm)Open MondaysView venue4.9(597)· Google$$$$68Spot ScoreWorth a Look
3Restaurants Port Adelaide3. Low & Slow American BBQ
Head to Port Adelaide for slow-smoked barbecue on a Monday—a solid option if you're prepared to venture beyond the CBD.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.7(1,650)· Google$$$$68Spot ScoreWorth a Look
4Restaurants Adelaide CBD4. Le Pas Sage
Another CBD choice for Monday dining, offering an alternative if your first pick has a wait or you're after something different.
Open late (after 10pm)Open MondaysView venue4.9(446)· Google67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
5Restaurants Glenelg5. EL Mexicano Glenelg
If you're heading to Glenelg on a Monday, this venue means you don't have to trek back to the city for dinner.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.7(1,084)· Google67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
6Restaurants Adelaide CBD6. Peel St
A city option that's worth knowing about for Monday nights when many Adelaide restaurants aren't operating.
Open MondaysView venue4.7(1,323)· Google$$$$67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
7Restaurants North Adelaide7. Luigi Delicatessen
North Adelaide's Monday-open spot, good if you live north of the city or prefer a quieter neighbourhood vibe.
Opens early (before 7am)Open MondaysView venue4.6(2,875)· Google$$$$67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
8Restaurants Brighton8. Seacliff Surfy
In Brighton, this venue keeps Monday service running for beachside suburb locals who want to dine locally.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(476)· Google66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
9Restaurants Glenelg9. Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante
A second Glenelg option, useful if you want variety in the beach suburb's limited Monday dining landscape.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(1,366)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
10Restaurants Norwood10. 88 POCHA Korean Restaurant
Norwood-based Korean dining available on Mondays—a chance to eat somewhere different from the CBD cluster.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(504)· Google66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
11Restaurants Adelaide CBD11. Osteria Oggi
An Italian restaurant in the city that breaks the Monday closure trend, handy if that's your cuisine of choice.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.5(2,831)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
12Restaurants Unley12. EL Mexicano Hyde Park
Unley's Monday-open spot means you have Mexican food options across different suburbs if one location is busy.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(529)· Google66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part Time Lover | 69/100 | 4.8(1,935) | $$ | Adelaide CBD | Open Mondays |
| Herringbone | 68/100 | 4.9(597) | $$ | Adelaide CBD | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Low & Slow American BBQ | 68/100 | 4.7(1,650) | $$ | Port Adelaide | Open 7 days |
| Le Pas Sage | 67/100 | 4.9(446) | — | Adelaide CBD | Open late (after 10pm) |
| EL Mexicano Glenelg | 67/100 | 4.7(1,084) | — | Glenelg | Open 7 days |
| Peel St | 67/100 | 4.7(1,323) | $$ | Adelaide CBD | Open Mondays |
| Luigi Delicatessen | 67/100 | 4.6(2,875) | $$ | North Adelaide | Opens early (before 7am) |
| Seacliff Surfy | 66/100 | 4.8(476) | — | Brighton | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante | 66/100 | 4.6(1,366) | $$ | Glenelg | Open 7 days |
| 88 POCHA Korean Restaurant | 66/100 | 4.8(504) | — | Norwood | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Osteria Oggi | 66/100 | 4.5(2,831) | $$$ | Adelaide CBD | Open 7 days |
| EL Mexicano Hyde Park | 66/100 | 4.8(529) | — | Unley | Open 7 days |
Frequently asked questions
Why do so many Adelaide restaurants close on Mondays?+
Many hospitality venues use Monday to give staff time off after weekend service, restock, and perform deep cleaning. It's a common practice across Australia's restaurant sector.
Should I book ahead if I want to eat Monday at one of these venues?+
It's wise to call ahead. Since fewer restaurants operate Mondays, the open ones can get busier than usual. Confirm they're open and reserve if possible.
Do these venues have the same menu and hours every Monday?+
This list confirms they're generally open Mondays, but hours and menus can vary. Check directly with the restaurant before visiting.
Are there any public holidays when even these Monday venues might close?+
Yes—public holidays in South Australia may affect trading. Call ahead during holiday weeks to be sure.
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