Best Cafes in Burnside
Looking for the best cafes in Burnside? We've gathered 15 standout spots in this corner of Adelaide, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Burnside has its own character, and the cafes 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.
Australia takes its coffee seriously, and Adelaide is no exception — think flat whites pulled to order, single-origin beans and a brunch culture that runs all morning. The spots below range from tucked-away specialty roasters to all-day cafes worth a slow weekend visit.
15 spots in Burnside
Red Cacao
$$Red Cacao is a cafe in Burnside, Adelaide. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 1421 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 69/100.
Black Dog Gallery
$$Black Dog Gallery is a cafe in Burnside, Adelaide. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 428 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 63/100.
Lockwood General
$$Lockwood General is a cafe in Burnside, Adelaide. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 237 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
High Street Café
$High Street Café is a cafe in Burnside, Adelaide. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 165 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
GG's Cafe Dulwich
$$GG's Cafe Dulwich is a cafe in Burnside, Adelaide. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 186 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Hibernia Cafe
$$Hibernia Cafe is a cafe in Burnside, Adelaide. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 463 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 56/100.
SPILL THE BEANS CAFE
$$SPILL THE BEANS CAFE is a cafe in Burnside, Adelaide. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 371 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 54/100.
Feathers Pavilion Cafe
Feathers Pavilion Cafe is a cafe in Burnside, Adelaide. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 106 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 54/100.
Grass Roots Burnside
Grass Roots Burnside is a cafe in Burnside, Adelaide. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 23 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 50/100.
Superbutter
Superbutter is a cafe in Burnside, Adelaide. It holds a 3.8-star Google rating from 97 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 49/100.
L'Americano Espresso Bar
L'Americano Espresso Bar is a cafe in Burnside, Adelaide. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 22 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 49/100.
Mr Chu Cafe In Burnside
Mr Chu Cafe In Burnside is a cafe in Burnside, Adelaide. It holds a 4.0-star Google rating from 101 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 46/100.
1816 Burnside Cafe
1816 Burnside Cafe is a cafe in Burnside, Adelaide. It holds a 4.0-star Google rating from 23 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 42/100.
UTZI ESPRESSO
UTZI ESPRESSO is a cafe in Burnside, Adelaide. It holds a 3.5-star Google rating from 53 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 40/100.
Burnie’s
Burnie’s is a cafe in Burnside, Adelaide. It holds a 3.9-star Google rating from 11 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 40/100.
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Cafes in Burnside — FAQs
What are the best cafes in Burnside?+
The cafes in Burnside 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 cafes are there in Burnside?+
We currently feature 15 cafes in Burnside, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Burnside in Adelaide?+
Burnside 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.
What's the coffee culture like in Adelaide?+
Specialty coffee is the norm rather than the exception — most cafes roast or source quality beans and turn out espresso-based drinks like the flat white, long black and piccolo. Brunch is a weekend institution, so expect queues at the most popular spots mid-morning.