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
Roma Adelaide
Roma Adelaide is a restaurant in Adelaide CBD, Adelaide. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 357 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Stamps
$$$Stamps is a restaurant in Mitcham, Adelaide. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 159 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Steven ter Horst Chocolatier Hyde Park
Steven ter Horst Chocolatier Hyde Park is a restaurant in Unley, Adelaide. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 86 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Ballaboosta Burnside
$$Ballaboosta Burnside is a restaurant in Burnside, Adelaide. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 567 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
400 Gradi - Adelaide
$$400 Gradi - Adelaide is a restaurant in Norwood, Adelaide. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 969 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Pancakes At The Port
$$Pancakes At The Port is a restaurant in Port Adelaide, Adelaide. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 1071 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Burger Incredible
$$Casual cafe serving burgers, fried-chicken sandwiches & loaded fries in a mural-clad dining area.
Sidewood Estate Restaurant
$$$Sidewood Estate Restaurant is a restaurant in Hahndorf, Adelaide. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 815 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Uraidla Hotel
$$Uraidla Hotel is a restaurant in Hahndorf, Adelaide. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 1109 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Luma Restaurant & Bar
$$Luma Restaurant & Bar is a restaurant in Adelaide CBD, Adelaide. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 314 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Couch Potato
$$Relaxed hangout highlighting potato dishes, pizza & other global eats in an eco-chic space.
Treasury 1860
$$Breakfast and Modern European food in an elegant restaurant with a big courtyard and a cocktail bar.
North Hot Pot O'Connell
North Hot Pot O'Connell is a restaurant in North Adelaide, Adelaide. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 168 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Stax Burger Co. - Prospect
Stax Burger Co. - Prospect is a restaurant in Prospect, Adelaide. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 1047 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
arkhé
arkhé is a restaurant in Norwood, Adelaide. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 662 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Malt Shovel Taphouse Adelaide
$$Malt Shovel Taphouse Adelaide is a restaurant in Adelaide CBD, Adelaide. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 899 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
Union Bridge on Franklin
Union Bridge on Franklin is a restaurant in Adelaide CBD, Adelaide. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 97 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
Lone Star Rib House & Brews Hawthorn
$$Lone Star Rib House & Brews Hawthorn is a restaurant in Mitcham, Adelaide. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 333 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
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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.