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
Rosa Mexicano Norwood
Rosa Mexicano Norwood is a restaurant in Norwood, Adelaide. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 299 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Rosa Mexicano Glenelg
Rosa Mexicano Glenelg is a restaurant in Glenelg, Adelaide. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 473 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Samui Thai Restaurant
$$Samui Thai Restaurant is a restaurant in Burnside, Adelaide. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 212 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
HANAMURA NORWOOD
HANAMURA NORWOOD is a restaurant in Norwood, Adelaide. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 337 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Dolly
Dolly is a restaurant in Unley, Adelaide. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 151 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Eccoci - All Day Bar & Dining
Eccoci - All Day Bar & Dining is a restaurant in Burnside, Adelaide. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 180 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Bravo Norwood
$$Pizza, pasta and Italian mains served in a warm corner venue with classic decor and outdoor dining.
The Alchemists’ Kitchen
The Alchemists’ Kitchen is a restaurant in Brighton, Adelaide. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 315 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
ICARDIS
ICARDIS is a restaurant in North Adelaide, Adelaide. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 82 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Mama's Flame
Mama's Flame is a restaurant in Semaphore, Adelaide. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 137 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Smokin' Good
Smokin' Good is a restaurant in Hindmarsh, Adelaide. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 106 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Yakisan
Yakisan is a restaurant in North Adelaide, Adelaide. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 343 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
SALUTARE
SALUTARE is a restaurant in Port Adelaide, Adelaide. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 154 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Zenhouse
$$Zenhouse is a restaurant in Hindmarsh, Adelaide. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 321 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Henley House
Henley House is a restaurant in Henley Beach, Adelaide. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 408 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
SOMMA Modern Greek
SOMMA Modern Greek is a restaurant in Norwood, Adelaide. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 150 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
MALOBO Bakery & Terrace Bar
$$MALOBO Bakery & Terrace Bar is a restaurant in Henley Beach, Adelaide. It holds a 4.0-star Google rating from 1013 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
The Original Pancake Kitchen
$$Signature pancakes & other American breakfast classics all day in a casual setting.
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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.