Best Bars in Glenelg
Looking for the best bars in Glenelg? We've gathered 9 standout spots in this corner of Adelaide, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Glenelg has its own character, and the bars 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.
From rooftop and laneway bars to intimate cocktail dens, Adelaide rewards a bit of wandering after dark. The picks below cover the spectrum — wine bars, craft cocktails and buzzy late-night spots alike.
9 spots in Glenelg
Ballet Wine Bar
Ballet Wine Bar is a bar in Glenelg, Adelaide. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 278 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 63/100.
Oyster Bar Holdfast Shores
$$Modern joint with a deck and marina views, offering seafood, antipasti and snacks, plus local wine.
Marina Sunset Bar
$$Breezy pub with a scenic backdrop and outdoor area, offering share platters, burgers and live music.
The Moseley
$$Breezy, stylish eatery set in a beach club offering steaks, fish, pizzas & salads, plus a terrace.
The Jetty Bar
Down-to-earth pub for classic fish 'n'chips and steaks, plus regular live music in the back room.
Second Floor Grill & Bar
Second Floor Grill & Bar is a restaurant in Glenelg, Adelaide. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 52 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 53/100.
The Grand Bar
$$Laid-back, airy beachside venue offering bistro food & share plates.
Horizons Cocktail Lounge
$$Horizons Cocktail Lounge is a bar in Glenelg, Adelaide. It holds a 3.8-star Google rating from 66 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 48/100.
Pier Bar
$Pier Bar is a bar in Glenelg, Adelaide. It holds a 3.5-star Google rating from 106 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 46/100.
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Bars in Glenelg — FAQs
What are the best bars in Glenelg?+
The bars in Glenelg 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 bars are there in Glenelg?+
We currently feature 9 bars in Glenelg, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Glenelg in Adelaide?+
Glenelg 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.