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
Umi Sushi
Umi Sushi is a restaurant in Mitcham, Adelaide. It holds a 4.1-star Google rating from 70 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 46/100.
Fantastic Neon Hotpot
Fantastic Neon Hotpot is a restaurant in Brighton, Adelaide. It holds a 3.9-star Google rating from 83 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 45/100.
Padideh Adelaide
Padideh Adelaide is a restaurant in Prospect, Adelaide. It holds a 3.4-star Google rating from 34 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 44/100.
Treat Yo Self
Treat Yo Self is a restaurant in Prospect, Adelaide. It holds a 3.4-star Google rating from 5 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 43/100.
Dj Diners & Bar
Dj Diners & Bar is a restaurant in Hindmarsh, Adelaide. It holds a 3.2-star Google rating from 13 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 42/100.
Zambrero Burnside
Zambrero Burnside is a restaurant in Burnside, Adelaide. It holds a 3.2-star Google rating from 53 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 42/100.
Ferdous garden
Ferdous garden is a restaurant in Brighton, Adelaide. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 10 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 42/100.
Restaurant at the Exeter Hotel
Restaurant at the Exeter Hotel is a restaurant in Semaphore, Adelaide. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 8 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 41/100.
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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.