Best Restaurants in Adelaide (2026)
Looking for the best restaurants in Adelaide? We've rounded up 224 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.
Adelaide's dining scene spans cuisines from across the world alongside modern Australian cooking that leans on local produce and seafood. Whether you're after a special-occasion table or a relaxed neighbourhood dinner, the list below is ranked so the consistently excellent rises to the top.
224 spots
The Joiners Arms Hotel
$$The Joiners Arms Hotel is a restaurant in Hindmarsh, Adelaide. It holds a 4.1-star Google rating from 608 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
German Inn
$$German Inn is a restaurant in Hahndorf, Adelaide. It holds a 3.9-star Google rating from 1684 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
The Original Pancake Kitchen
$$Well-known venture whipping up handmade sweet and savoury pancakes in a bright and cheery space.
The Glenelg Club
$$The Glenelg Club is a restaurant in Glenelg, Adelaide. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 385 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
Waffle King
$$Waffle King is a restaurant in Glenelg, Adelaide. It holds a 4.1-star Google rating from 601 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
Veggie Vie Hahndorf
Veggie Vie Hahndorf is a restaurant in Hahndorf, Adelaide. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 47 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
Ondeen
Ondeen is a restaurant in Hahndorf, Adelaide. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 161 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
Marina Pier
Marina Pier is a restaurant in Glenelg, Adelaide. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 100 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
Port Saigon Restaurant
$Port Saigon Restaurant is a restaurant in Port Adelaide, Adelaide. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 133 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
NNQ Express Semaphore
NNQ Express Semaphore is a restaurant in Semaphore, Adelaide. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 81 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
Cafe Paparazzi
$$Laid-back cafe with wood-clad walls, serving familiar brunch options and traditional Italian dishes.
POP: Pantry on Prospect
POP: Pantry on Prospect is a restaurant in Prospect, Adelaide. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 34 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 56/100.
Hypnothaized
$$Hypnothaized is a restaurant in Henley Beach, Adelaide. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 251 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 56/100.
Soda Rooftop
Soda Rooftop is a restaurant in Glenelg, Adelaide. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 83 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 56/100.
ODÉ Bistro
ODÉ Bistro is a restaurant in North Adelaide, Adelaide. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 109 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 56/100.
Ciao Baby Pizza Pub
Ciao Baby Pizza Pub is a restaurant in Port Adelaide, Adelaide. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 168 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 56/100.
KUTUMBA LOUNGE
KUTUMBA LOUNGE is a restaurant in Unley, Adelaide. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 62 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 56/100.
Beachside Bagels - Henley Beach
Beachside Bagels - Henley Beach is a restaurant in Henley Beach, Adelaide. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 113 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 56/100.
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Read guide →Restaurants in Adelaide — FAQs
What are the best restaurants in Adelaide?+
Our top-rated restaurants 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 restaurants 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 restaurants 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 restaurants are listed in Adelaide?+
We currently feature 224 restaurants across Adelaide and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.
Do I need to book a restaurant in Adelaide?+
For popular and higher-end restaurants, booking ahead is wise — especially Friday and Saturday nights. Many casual spots take walk-ins. Check the venue's own page or website for the latest, as we don't take bookings on your behalf.