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12 Adelaide Restaurants Worth Your Next Night Out
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12 Adelaide Restaurants Worth Your Next Night Out

Adelaide's dining scene offers something for every palate, from North African spices to American smoke houses. Whether you're after a quick meal in the CBD or willing to venture to the suburbs, here are 12 restaurants that locals and visitors alike are talking about.

  1. Marrakech Restaurant — North Adelaide, Adelaide1
    Restaurants North Adelaide

    1. Marrakech Restaurant

    Head to North Adelaide for authentic Moroccan flavours and a dining experience that transports you beyond the Adelaide Hills.

    70
    Spot Score
    Great
    4.8(1,979)· Google$$$$
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  2. Part Time Lover — Prospect, Adelaide2
    Restaurants Adelaide CBD

    2. Part Time Lover

    Located in the CBD, this venue offers a contemporary take on dining that's become a local favourite for a night out with a difference.

    69
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.8(1,935)· Google$$$$
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  3. Hoosegow Charcoal Restaurant — Burnside, Adelaide3
    Restaurants Norwood

    3. Hoosegow Charcoal Restaurant

    Norwood's charcoal-focused restaurant brings a distinctive cooking method to the table if you're after something with real flavour depth.

    68
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.8(951)· Google$$$$
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  4. Herringbone — Adelaide CBD, Adelaide4
    Restaurants Adelaide CBD

    4. Herringbone

    Positioned in the Adelaide CBD, this spot is convenient for city workers and those exploring the central dining precinct.

    68
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.9(597)· Google$$$$
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  5. Low & Slow American BBQ — Port Adelaide, Adelaide5
    Restaurants Port Adelaide

    5. Low & Slow American BBQ

    If you're craving American-style barbecue, Port Adelaide's Low & Slow delivers the slow-cooked, smoked meats experience.

    68
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.7(1,650)· Google$$$$
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  6. Luigi Delicatessen — Hindmarsh, Adelaide6
    Restaurants North Adelaide

    6. Luigi Delicatessen

    North Adelaide's Italian delicatessen option brings traditional European fare to a historic suburb known for its character.

    67
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.6(2,875)· Google$$$$
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  7. Lobethal Bierhaus — Mitcham, Adelaide7
    Restaurants Burnside

    7. Lobethal Bierhaus

    Burnside's German beer house combines hearty food with a focus on craft beverages, ideal if you want to venture slightly south of the city.

    67
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.7(1,136)· Google$$$$
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  8. EL Mexicano Glenelg — Glenelg, Adelaide8
    Restaurants Glenelg

    8. EL Mexicano Glenelg

    Glenelg's Mexican restaurant puts you near the beach, making it a great choice if you want dining with seaside proximity.

    67
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.7(1,084)· Google
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  9. Le Pas Sage — Hindmarsh, Adelaide9
    Restaurants Adelaide CBD

    9. Le Pas Sage

    This CBD restaurant offers classical French influences in Adelaide's city heart, suited to those seeking refined dining.

    67
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.9(446)· Google
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  10. Peel St — Adelaide CBD, Adelaide10
    Restaurants Adelaide CBD

    10. Peel St

    Another CBD option, Peel St provides convenient access if you're already in the city or prefer central dining locations.

    67
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.7(1,323)· Google$$$$
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  11. EL Mexicano Hyde Park — Unley, Adelaide11
    Restaurants Unley

    11. EL Mexicano Hyde Park

    Unley's Mexican venue gives southern suburbs residents an accessible option without heading into the CBD.

    66
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.8(529)· Google
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  12. Osteria Oggi — Adelaide CBD, Adelaide12
    Restaurants Adelaide CBD

    12. Osteria Oggi

    For Italian dining in the heart of Adelaide, this CBD-based osteria offers a more casual approach than fine dining.

    66
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.5(2,831)· Google$$$$
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At a glance

VenueSpot ScoreGooglePriceSuburbTop feature
Marrakech Restaurant70/1004.8(1,979)$$North Adelaide—
Part Time Lover69/1004.8(1,935)$$Adelaide CBD—
Hoosegow Charcoal Restaurant68/1004.8(951)$$$Norwood—
Herringbone68/1004.9(597)$$Adelaide CBD—
Low & Slow American BBQ68/1004.7(1,650)$$Port Adelaide—
Luigi Delicatessen67/1004.6(2,875)$$North Adelaide—
Lobethal Bierhaus67/1004.7(1,136)$$Burnside—
EL Mexicano Glenelg67/1004.7(1,084)—Glenelg—
Le Pas Sage67/1004.9(446)—Adelaide CBD—
Peel St67/1004.7(1,323)$$Adelaide CBD—
EL Mexicano Hyde Park66/1004.8(529)—Unley—
Osteria Oggi66/1004.5(2,831)$$$Adelaide CBD—

Frequently asked questions

Where should I go for a quick lunch in Adelaide's CBD?+

Part Time Lover, Herringbone, Le Pas Sage, Peel St, and Osteria Oggi are all located in the Adelaide CBD and offer varying dining styles depending on what you're after.

Are there any Mexican restaurants in Adelaide?+

Yes, EL Mexicano has two locations—one in Glenelg and another in Unley (Hyde Park), so you can choose based on which part of Adelaide suits you.

What if I want something casual near the beach?+

EL Mexicano Glenelg is positioned in Glenelg, putting you near the beach for a more relaxed seaside dining experience.

Do these restaurants have specific opening hours listed?+

Opening hours vary by venue and season. We recommend contacting your chosen restaurant directly to confirm they're open when you plan to visit.

Are there vegetarian or dietary options available?+

Venue menus and dietary accommodations vary. We recommend calling ahead to discuss your specific dietary needs with the restaurant.

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