Best Adelaide Restaurants for the View
Adelaide's waterfront and beachside suburbs offer plenty of spots where the outlook is as appealing as the meal. We've rounded up restaurants across Brighton, Glenelg, Henley Beach, Port Adelaide and the CBD where a good view comes standard.
- 1Restaurants Brighton
1. Seacliff Surfy
Located in Brighton, this spot delivers beachside dining with views that take advantage of the coastal setting.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(476)· Google66Spot ScoreWorth a Look 
2Restaurants Brighton2. The Rocks Marino Restaurant
Also in Brighton, this restaurant makes the most of its position near the foreshore, offering diners a scenic perspective over the water.
Open SundaysView venue4.6(1,654)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
3Restaurants Glenelg3. Seafire on the Marina
Positioned on Glenelg's marina, this restaurant capitalises on waterfront views as a core part of the dining experience.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.5(633)· Google$$$$63Spot ScoreWorth a Look
4Restaurants Glenelg4. Sammys on the Marina
Another Glenelg marina spot where diners can enjoy their meal overlooking the water and activity of the marina precinct.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.3(2,255)· Google$$$$63Spot ScoreWorth a Look
5Restaurants Henley Beach5. Joe's Henley Beach
Situated in Henley Beach, this venue offers beach and foreshore views to complement your dining experience.
Opens early (before 7am)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.4(1,433)· Google$$$$63Spot ScoreWorth a Look
6Restaurants Glenelg6. Junipers on the Marina
A third option on Glenelg's marina, with waterfront positioning that lets you take in the marina atmosphere while eating.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.4(747)· Google62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
7Restaurants Henley Beach7. Secrets by the Sea
Located in Henley Beach, the name hints at its coastal appeal and waterside setting.
Open SundaysView venue4.4(835)· Google$$$$62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
8Restaurants Port Adelaide8. ViVu Vietnamese Kitchen
Port Adelaide's dining scene includes this venue, which offers a different waterfront perspective in Adelaide's historic port precinct.
Open SundaysView venue4.7(123)· Google60Spot ScoreWorth a Look
9Restaurants Henley Beach9. Stella Restaurant
Another Henley Beach option where beachside views are part of the setting.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.1(1,627)· Google$$$$60Spot ScoreWorth a Look
10Restaurants Port Adelaide10. Little Ban Ban Port Adelaide
Positioned in Port Adelaide, this restaurant provides views of the port's working waterfront and activity.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.5(183)· Google59Spot ScoreWorth a Look
11Restaurants Adelaide CBD11. Garcon Bleu
In Adelaide's CBD, this restaurant offers an urban dining setting, providing a different kind of vantage point compared to beachside venues.
Opens early (before 7am)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.3(436)· Google59Spot ScoreWorth a Look
12Restaurants Henley Beach12. Henley House
A Henley Beach establishment where beachside location provides natural scenic appeal for diners.
Open MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.2(408)· Google58Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seacliff Surfy | 66/100 | 4.8(476) | — | Brighton | Open late (after 10pm) |
| The Rocks Marino Restaurant | 66/100 | 4.6(1,654) | $$ | Brighton | Open Sundays |
| Seafire on the Marina | 63/100 | 4.5(633) | $$$ | Glenelg | Open 7 days |
| Sammys on the Marina | 63/100 | 4.3(2,255) | $$$ | Glenelg | Open 7 days |
| Joe's Henley Beach | 63/100 | 4.4(1,433) | $$ | Henley Beach | Opens early (before 7am) |
| Junipers on the Marina | 62/100 | 4.4(747) | — | Glenelg | Open 7 days |
| Secrets by the Sea | 62/100 | 4.4(835) | $$ | Henley Beach | Open Sundays |
| ViVu Vietnamese Kitchen | 60/100 | 4.7(123) | — | Port Adelaide | Open Sundays |
| Stella Restaurant | 60/100 | 4.1(1,627) | $$ | Henley Beach | Open 7 days |
| Little Ban Ban Port Adelaide | 59/100 | 4.5(183) | — | Port Adelaide | Open 7 days |
| Garcon Bleu | 59/100 | 4.3(436) | — | Adelaide CBD | Opens early (before 7am) |
| Henley House | 58/100 | 4.2(408) | — | Henley Beach | Open Mondays |
Frequently asked questions
Which suburb has the most restaurants with good views?+
Henley Beach and Glenelg's marina both offer multiple dining options with waterfront views. Henley Beach has five listed venues, while Glenelg's marina has three.
Are there any view restaurants outside the beach suburbs?+
Yes. Port Adelaide has ViVu Vietnamese Kitchen and Little Ban Ban Port Adelaide, which offer port precinct views. Garcon Bleu in Adelaide's CBD provides an urban dining setting, though views differ from coastal locations.
What's the difference between Brighton and Henley Beach options?+
Both are coastal suburbs close to Adelaide, but Henley Beach has more dining venues listed here (five compared to two in Brighton). Both offer beachside perspectives.
Do all of these venues serve similar cuisine?+
The listings don't specify cuisine types for most venues, so it's worth checking individual menus. ViVu Vietnamese Kitchen is explicitly Vietnamese; others' offerings aren't detailed in available information.
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