Charlie's Diner
A well-known diner at Brighton in Adelaide with a 3.7 rating across nearly 2,500 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Charlie's Diner sits on Brighton Road in Brighton, one of Adelaide's popular southern seaside suburbs. With nearly 2,500 reviews behind its 3.7 rating, it's a well-known local.
The appeal is casual, American-style diner fare with a loyal following — a great spot for a burger, a hearty feed and a bit of fun, close to the Brighton beachfront. Its location makes it an easy and welcoming destination.
Menus, trading hours and availability change over time, and it gets busy on weekends. To be sure of a table and the latest details, it's worth contacting the venue directly before you plan your visit.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 17:00 – 20:30
- TuesdayToday
- 12:00 – 14:30, 17:00 – 20:30
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 14:30, 17:00 – 20:30
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 14:30, 17:00 – 20:30
- Friday
- 12:00 – 14:30, 17:00 – 20:30
- Saturday
- 11:30 – 15:00, 17:00 – 21:30
- Sunday
- 11:30 – 15:00, 17:00 – 21:30
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 48
- Popularity
- 100
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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