Best Cafes in Adelaide (2026)
Looking for the best cafes in Adelaide? We've rounded up 200 of the city's standout spots — from neighbourhood favourites to buzzy new openings. Every venue is ranked by our Spot Score, which weighs reputation, popularity and freshness, so you can book with confidence. Filter by suburb, price or what's open now to find your next go-to.
Australia takes its coffee seriously, and Adelaide is no exception — think flat whites pulled to order, single-origin beans and a brunch culture that runs all morning. The spots below range from tucked-away specialty roasters to all-day cafes worth a slow weekend visit.
200 spots
Red Cacao
$$Red Cacao is a cafe in Burnside, Adelaide. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 1421 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 69/100.
Pony and Cole
$$Pony and Cole is a cafe in Hindmarsh, Adelaide. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 1069 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 67/100.
The Banksia Tree Cafe and Restaurant
$$Seasonal specials & creative breakfast meals highlight the menu of this comfy locale.
Leisurely coffee
$$Leisurely coffee is a cafe in Adelaide CBD, Adelaide. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 786 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 66/100.
The Pantry On Egmont
$$Cheery cafe with limited seating offering classic brekkie, seasonal mains & single-origin coffee.
Same But Different Cafe
Same But Different Cafe is a cafe in Hahndorf, Adelaide. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 509 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 66/100.
Unley Social
Unley Social is a cafe in Unley, Adelaide. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 338 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 66/100.
Mad.Good Cafe
$$Mad.Good Cafe is a cafe in Mitcham, Adelaide. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 609 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 66/100.
Chaioz
$$Chaioz is a cafe in North Adelaide, Adelaide. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 983 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 65/100.
Sunnyside Cafe
$$Sunnyside Cafe is a cafe in Henley Beach, Adelaide. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 639 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 65/100.
Ayla's Cafe
$Ayla's Cafe is a cafe in Adelaide CBD, Adelaide. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 386 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 65/100.
Mister Sunshine's
$$Quirky brunch cafe with vintage furniture and landscape paintings on the walls, plus outdoor tables.
Whyld Coffee
Whyld Coffee is a cafe in Prospect, Adelaide. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 253 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 65/100.
UR Caffe
$$Popular coffee hangout with a rustic-chic vibe and an eclectic menu including housemade baked goods.
Cherry Specialty Coffee
Cherry Specialty Coffee is a coffee in Adelaide CBD, Adelaide. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 225 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 65/100.
Willow Bend Coffee Roasters
Willow Bend Coffee Roasters is a cafe in Hindmarsh, Adelaide. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 287 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 64/100.
Hello, Stranger
Hello, Stranger is a cafe in Adelaide CBD, Adelaide. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 462 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 64/100.
room 19
room 19 is a cafe in Adelaide CBD, Adelaide. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 624 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 64/100.
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Read guide →Cafes in Adelaide — FAQs
What are the best cafes in Adelaide?+
Our top-rated cafes in Adelaide are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Adelaide cafes ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter cafes by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many cafes are listed in Adelaide?+
We currently feature 200 cafes across Adelaide and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.
What's the coffee culture like in Adelaide?+
Specialty coffee is the norm rather than the exception — most cafes roast or source quality beans and turn out espresso-based drinks like the flat white, long black and piccolo. Brunch is a weekend institution, so expect queues at the most popular spots mid-morning.