Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Adelaide

OpenTable

Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in Adelaide? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Hoosegow Charcoal Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (61)

$41 to $100

Barbecue

St Morris

About the restaurant

At hoosegow your tastebuds will surrender to many OMG moments
of Charcoal Deliciousness! AND... our cocktails are SO GOOD
to look at and heavenly to drink!
Kitchen Closes at 8:00pm but we are open till late.

Top review

Michael

Dined on Dec 6, 2024

Perfect little date spot for those who want something a bit fancier than other fine dining restaurants. Outstanding food and service from the wait staff, and the vibe is very lively without being too overwhelming. Thank you for having us! We’ll be sure to dine here again :)

Asha

4.9

4.9 (33)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Goodwood

About the restaurant

asha is a contemporary Australian restaurant with a Middle Eastern influence.
Find us in the leafy suburb of Goodwood, Adelaide, 2 doors down from Gourmet Traveller's Wine Bar of the Year, Good Gilbert. This intimate dining space has been designed to elevate neighbourhood high-end casual dining, transporting you in time and place.
We have 3 distinct dining areas available, a hotel-esq bar with deep stools which will allow you to oversee Chef Scott Fox and his team cook for the restaurant whilst you can watch the hustle of the bar, with it's tall custom built cherry oak shelves, before you - we think this is our favourite spot. Alternatively, you may find yourself in our intimate bar booths wrapped in blue velvet and leather, these are very cosy and are best enjoyed with some of your best friends or family. Lastly, our main dining space will be for those who prefer a more formal setting with a little more space, banquette seating and dining chairs.

Top review

Jade

Dined 4 days ago

Wonderful experience at this lovely little eatery. Highly recommend. Great service and delicious food!!

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Experience

3 or 4 Course Choice Menu

Fiore at Down The Rabbit Hole Wines

4.8

4.8 (764)

$41 to $100

Italian

McLaren Vale

About the restaurant

Mangiamo - our beautiful Italian menu has been designed to be enjoyed leisurely over two hours, relax in our light filled restaurant, where we will fill your table with an abundance of wholesome food to share, created with love by our Executive Chef Nick Tadija and his team.

We can cater to Gluten Free, Vegetarian and Vegan diners, for any specific dietaries please reach out so we can best advise. Our restaurant is designed to be an adult experience.

Please note our restaurant is inside and pets are not permitted.

Mangiamo | Let's Eat $95 per person
Dolce | Dessert $18 per person

Top review

Natalie

Dined on Dec 12, 2024

Love Down The Rabbit Hole so much! Have been going every year for my birthday since they opened and it only gets better. The wine is local and organic, can’t get any better. There’s also non alcoholic beverages like the watermelon spritz which was super tasty. And the food, well it’s divine, so fresh and delicious and they use organic local produce yet again. They know how to do italian goodness! Yum yum yum!

Cafe Komodo

4.7

4.7 (51)

$40 and under

Bistro

Prospect

About the restaurant

Cafe Komodo in Prospect is garnering attention for all the right reasons with its delicious food, vibrant drinks, welcoming atmosphere and mystery location. One of Adelaide’s best kept secrets, you’ll find this modern cafe hidden down a laneway off Prospect Road. The cosy dining room and sunlit courtway are perfect places to relax with mates or family over craft beer, refreshing cocktails, hot coffee or an indulgent meal. The menu includes Australian cafe favourites that are wholesome, creative and packed full of flavour. We recommend picking off the specials board or ordering a Komodo original dish. Always bustling and full of Prospect locals, Cafe Komodo is popular so make sure you book to avoid disappointment!

Top review

Phil

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

Retro diner with an all day breakfast menu with lunch and dinner choices. Fairly much a classic menu with alternative and vegan options. Great burger and fries, decent drink beer and wine options

Ong Vietnamese Kitchen

4.7

4.7 (633)

$41 to $100

Vietnamese

Adelaide City Center

About the restaurant

A modern Vietnamese restaurant in the heart of Adelaide, Ong offers a delicious and unique dining experience. Here you will find some familiar favourites such a pho, but also contemporary dishes that push the boundaries of Vietnamese food as you know it.

The restaurant boasts a private upstairs dining room that is perfect for any intimate gathering of up to 36 guests, and has a full bar that serves up a variety of beers, wines and Asian cocktails.

Whether you are looking for a casual meal with friends and family, a romantic dinner for two, or a space to host your next party, Ong is the perfect place for you!

Top review

Michelle

Dined 3 days ago

Fantastic food, great wine list, and wonderful service!

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Sizzling Wagyu Beef (GF)

Longplay Bistro

4.7

4.7 (88)

$101 and over

European

Adelaide City Center

About the restaurant

Longplay Bistro is the summation of the things that we enjoy - a casual, sometimes rowdy environment in which to eat good bistro food, drink great wine and listen to records with friends and family. Longplay Bistro pairs touchstone, well seasoned bistro fare from Calum Horn with a feature wine list and considered hospitality that caters to both fast casual and extended stay diners. Join us for a good time and a long time!

Top review

David

Dined 7 days ago

5 stars all round, great service from all the team on site, amazing food recommendations and paring options. We really loved our experience and food was phenomenal!

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Experience

Longplay Bistro New Year's Edition!

Experience

Longplay Bistro Special Edition

Experience

House Classics

Peter Rabbit

4.6

4.6 (642)

$40 and under

Australian

Adelaide City Center

About the restaurant

When you enter through our garden gates, the perfect brunch and lunch venue awaits.
Open 7 days, this quaint & quirky wonderland, overgrown with leaves & vines,
creates the perfect backdrop to enjoy your wholesome dishes, coffee, cocktail and wines.

Please head to our website for long lunch enquiries and night time function packs.

Top review

Mark

Dined 6 days ago

Definitely the best smashed avo in Adelaide. The flavours of the peas, mint and the pickled onion is amazing on some nice sourdough. Coffee is good and service always friendly. I was really disappointed with the side of bacon for $7 it was one small strand and it was rock hard.

Roma

4.6

4.6 (47)

$41 to $100

Italian

Adelaide City Center

About the restaurant

Roma is a modern Italian Restaurant, Deli and Piazza. A place where everyone is welcome.

A casual, fun, inviting alfresco dining experience in the heart of the city. A space in the city where you can meet with friends, family, and colleagues and enjoy a delicious meal in our restaurant, or drinks and snacks in our Rome inspired piazza.

Group Bookings welcome.

Please note:
During dinner service, bookings of seven or more guests are required to enjoy our $69 Feed Me menu.
During lunch service, bookings of 10 or more guests are required to enjoy our $69 Feed Me menu.

All day dining from 11.30am, Monday – Saturday.

We can’t wait to welcome you to Roma!

Top review

RachelVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Great venue for our Christmas catch up. Loved it all. Feed me was so good and they were happy to adapt to individuals dietaries. No hesitation in recommending.

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Experience

Feed Me

Experience

Roma New Year's Eve - $110 Five Course Menu

Experience

Roma New Year's Eve - $89 Four Course Menu

Rue de Siam

4.5

4.5 (17)

$41 to $100

Thai

Adelaide City Center

About the restaurant

Rue De Siam is Adelaide's Newest Thai French Fusion Bar and Restaurant, with a 1950’s theme located on 29-33 Bank St, Adelaide. Named in honour of the street Rue de Siam, in Brest, France. The name comes from the arrival of three ambassadors sent by King of Siam in 1686.

Top review

Wendy

Dined 1 day ago

Such a beautiful little restaurant . The staff were very attentive and service was excellent . As a group of six we chose the banquet and we were not disappointed . Every course was delicious. We will be back !

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Experience

7 Course Chefs Selection Banquet Menu

Experience

Drinks Only Reservation

Karma and Crow

4.4

4.4 (136)

$40 and under

Café

Brooklyn Park

About the restaurant

Karma is an inclusive home away from home, built to be the oddly familiar new spot with great food, great service and even better wine. Our menu is considerate of modern dietary requirements, personal ethics, and flavour. It includes many gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options from day to night.

Indoor and outdoor spaces available. Dogs are welcome and encouraged!

Top review

Maureen

Dined on Dec 8, 2024

Great food although I felt I need more brunch /yoghurt/fruit options. One of our group didn’t like chill. Overall a lovely place though.

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