Best Restaurants in Adelaide CBD
Looking for the best restaurants in Adelaide CBD? We've gathered 23 standout spots in this corner of Adelaide, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Adelaide CBD has its own character, and the restaurants here reflect it — from neighbourhood favourites locals keep to themselves to places worth a special trip across town. Use the filters to narrow by price, rating, what's open right now and the features that matter to you, then open the map to plan your visit around what else is nearby. We re-check details regularly, so opening hours and information stay current.
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.
23 spots in Adelaide CBD
Part Time Lover
$$Part Time Lover is a restaurant in Adelaide CBD, Adelaide. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 1935 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 69/100.
Herringbone
$$Refined restaurant serving seasonal dishes with an earth-to-table focus in a casual setting.
Le Pas Sage
Le Pas Sage is a restaurant in Adelaide CBD, Adelaide. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 446 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 67/100.
Peel St
$$Trendy establishment with industrial-chic styling, dishing up refined Modern Australian cuisine.
Osteria Oggi
$$$Chic option with midcentury modern decor dishing up Italian classics & desserts, plus a wine cellar.
Kiin
Kiin is a restaurant in Adelaide CBD, Adelaide. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 748 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 66/100.
Lenox Avenue Rundle Street
Lenox Avenue Rundle Street is a restaurant in Adelaide CBD, Adelaide. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 601 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 65/100.
OZIN Restaurant
OZIN Restaurant is a restaurant in Adelaide CBD, Adelaide. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 362 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 65/100.
Bread & Bone
$$Contemporary, easygoing restaurant serving burgers, hot dogs & international beers.
Shobosho
$$$Lauded destination emphasizing Japanese yakitori & grilled fare in a rustic-chic space with a bar.
Market & Meander - Modern Italian Cuisine
Market & Meander - Modern Italian Cuisine is a restaurant in Adelaide CBD, Adelaide. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 690 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 63/100.
Fugazzi Bar & Dining Room
Fugazzi Bar & Dining Room is a restaurant in Adelaide CBD, Adelaide. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 1052 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 63/100.
Maison Clement
$$Maison Clement is a restaurant in Adelaide CBD, Adelaide. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 531 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 63/100.
Treasury 1860
$$Breakfast and Modern European food in an elegant restaurant with a big courtyard and a cocktail bar.
Luma Restaurant & Bar
$$Luma Restaurant & Bar is a restaurant in Adelaide CBD, Adelaide. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 314 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Roma Adelaide
Roma Adelaide is a restaurant in Adelaide CBD, Adelaide. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 357 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Union Bridge on Franklin
Union Bridge on Franklin is a restaurant in Adelaide CBD, Adelaide. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 97 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
Malt Shovel Taphouse Adelaide
$$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.
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Restaurants in Adelaide CBD — FAQs
What are the best restaurants in Adelaide CBD?+
The restaurants in Adelaide CBD listed here are ranked by our Spot Score — our independent editorial rating out of 100, combining reputation, popularity, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear first.
How many restaurants are there in Adelaide CBD?+
We currently feature 23 restaurants in Adelaide CBD, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Adelaide CBD in Adelaide?+
Adelaide CBD is one of Adelaide's neighbourhoods — open any venue's page for its exact location, nearby public-transport stops and a map. See our Getting Around guide for tickets and fares.
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.