RESTAURANTS ADELAIDE CITY

The Arab Steed Hotel is one of Adelaide’s most historic hotels, made thoroughly modern by owners Shayne and Jill White who for 25 years have made people welcome at this iconic hotel.

Today the ‘Arab’ is a pleasant mix of ‘modern’ and ‘traditional’. The food is terrific, and the service is friendly and attentive - values which have served the hotel well for more than a Century.

Here, you’re amongst friends. The ‘Arab’ attracts writers, advertising types,
film makers, photographers, entrepreneurs, real estate icons, developers,
intellectuals, office workers, health professionals, sportspeople and tradespeople...the list goes on.

Regardless, if you’re an ‘Arab’ local - or just calling in to take in its ambience - there’s always a friendly ‘Hello!’ and a chance to chat, if that’s what you want. Have a tipple at the ‘Long Bar’, settle down for a delicious weekend or public holiday breakfast, take lunch between 12 to 3 (all-day dining on Friday, Saturday and Sunday!), or settle in for a delicious evening meal. Great food, thoughtfully prepared, at great ‘value for money’ prices.

Located on the corner of Pulteney St and Carrington St in Adelaide city. The ‘Earl’ is an iconic food venue and woodfired pizzas and the Alehouse schnitzels are fare we have become very well known for. The Alehouse is the only venue to feature all the Coopers beer range on tap! Comprising of two dining areas and a busy main bar, the Cooper’s Alehouse at The Earl is a great social destination. We have two function rooms located upstairs with breathtaking city views for any occasion. 10 gaming machines. Takeaway liquor and ice is available also.

Great bars are hard to come by in this town. Unique bars, even harder. Slightly off the beaten track yet right in the middle of town– you’ll find the coolest bar. The Sceptre. With its artful design, The Sceptre has quietly built a reputation among the bar-hopping elite for a vibe that’s continually surprising.

A smile will always get you in, and that right twinkle in your eye will ensure you a great night! Known as Adelaide's Bartenders bar, the Sceptre has one of the largest and most comprehensive range of premium spirits and liqueurs in Australia, with over 450 different products, plus an extremely celebrated, innovative and unique drinks list.

The award winning Crown & Sceptre also boasts a fantastic restaurant backed up with a very extensive wine list of over 200 local and imported wines, mixed with a stylish yet relaxed interior. There is entertainment seven nights a week, from jazz fusion to funk, hip hop and groove at this highly celebrated live music venue.

Whether it's a birthday, company celebration, wrap party, team building exercise, product launch or client event, a party is a celebration of an important occasion. However, the hassle of arranging the details of a party can sometimes overshadow the fun of the event itself. Not with The Sceptre's party consultation service, which will help you create a fantastic, cost-effective, memorable event without stress.

The Old Exchange is the ultimate venue for a good time, DJ’s and Late nights every Thursday Friday Saturday night backed up by our amazing kitchen. Capable of hosting any kind of party our function areas are second to none having the ability to host parties any where in between 30 people to 250 people. BBQ’s available for your use complimented by an amazing function menu with multiple bar tab options create the perfect function venue. We are proud to support local, inter state, and international artists whether it be Rock, Pop, Acoustic, House, or Electro, we have it all. A character pub with character, from our hearty comfort menu to our wild big nights out The Old Exchange is the only destination for a good night out.

Choose to dine in our glass enclosed outdoor seating on the beautiful Hutt Street, or inside our bistro and beer garden with double glazed roof, making it feel like summer all year round. Wether it is quick pint and parmy or something fancier to tantalize your taste buds, the havelock does it all. The Havelock has a variety of function areas, each with there own unique feel, to suit everybodies need. At the Havelock, we have the experience and expertise to tailor your function into a fun successful night to remember.

The Bistro is warm and inviting to all customers with variation in tastes, from cimarosti west end sausages with caramelised onion gravy to crispy skin duck leg on mushroom risotto and many of the old pub favourites. The staff pride themselves on the presentation and consistency of meals. Having good product knowledge and knowing what each plate consists of is a trait that all staff possess. This ensures the level of consistency that the Hotel prides and expects of itself. A daily specials board offers what's in season and fresh on the day that the chef has sourced.

The wine list is extensive and has mostly Australian content. The list has both options by the glass and by the bottle with monthly wines on the table. The bar is easily approachable and is well stocked with a wide variety of wines, bottled beers from all over the world, spirits and a wide variety of beers on tap.

The charming Wakefield Hotel is a lovely place to come and join friends and have a meal or snack with a cold beer or coffee. Our friendly staff would be delighted to show you around. The Wakefield hotel (formerly know as the moon under water) located in Adelaide's CBD has undergone major renovations that has transformed it into one of Adelaide's must see venues. A stylish and modern fit out offers a sophisticated and refined environment to enjoy the many food and drink options on offer.

An extensive a la carte menu coupled with a comprehensive wine and cocktail list ensures there is something for everyone from the most simple to the most discerning of tastes.

Aces Bar is situated on Gouger St, next to the Central Market. Our regular customers have discovered that our establishment is an excellent venue to bring along family and friends, with its friendly environment and intimate seating arrangement.

Aces Bar serves everything from burgers, schnitzels, steaks, seafood, pasta and salads prepared from the freshest produce. Watch out for our daily specials prepared by our creative chef.

The dining area can comfortably accommodate 150 diners and is an excellent venue for Functions.

Another attraction is our Gaming Room which houses 30 gaming machines. Free VIP membership allows you to enjoy many privileges including complimentary cappuccinos and discounts off all purchases.

We have a great selection of local beers on tap and a wide variety of bottled beer, wine and spirits to suit the most discerning customer. We promote local South Australia wines in addition to an extensive range from other regions.

Friday and Saturday nights offers a faultless selection of the funkiest tracks to seduce the most devoted lovers of soulful, sexy house. Contemporary elegance has arrived in Adelaide. Experience the latest in creative ambience, This ultra slick wine bar / cocktail lounge offers exotic cocktails, boutique wines and an innovative twist of tapas.

You can enjoy yourself in our main bar, gaming room, beer garden or dance the night away in our lounge clubroom upstairs. With great food, entertainment, variety and setting, you can’t go past the Duke!

Check out our beer garden at The Duke. You can relax or dine in the garden setting and with a large marquee and gas heating; you can even enjoy the garden in Winter.

No matter what the occasion, The Duke is the ideal setting for your function. Whether you’re planning a dinner party, wedding reception, cocktail party, birthday or corporate event, our large function areas can be adapted to suit any style. Functions at the Duke are completely stress free, our staff can look after everything!

There's something for everyone at PJ O'Brien's Irish Pub in Adelaide, with comedy, live bands, great food and the best tasting Guinness in town. Located in the heart of the Old East End Market Precinct just a stones throw away from Rundle Street come and discover the 'craic' that everyone talks about and visit a truly authentic Irish Pub.

Our menu boasts a comprehensive pub classic list with all your favourite fare, including contemporary cuisine with a wee Scottish twist!

The Pot Still restaurant is a perfect meeting spot, dinner destination and a versatile function space suitable for small and large groups.

Our function package is available here or for bookings and enquiries phone 8223 5391.

Last but not least you can’t forget the whisky. Finish your next outing by admiring our extensive whisky collection for all to savour and enjoy in the comfort of our lounge bar area.

In the mood to rattle your taste buds? We also conduct private whisky tastings for small and large groups.

The Dog & Duck Ale House is a traditional styled pub with all the trimmings. Come in for a beer or relax at the bar with a wine. Come with friends and family to dine in for a great pub meal. Named after an English pub found in the heart of the beautiful Kent countryside in the village of Plucks Gutter. With it’s old world appeal with modern facilities it has established itself as being a favourite for both locals & visitors to Adelaide’s West End.

The Elephant British Pub is situated at 1 Cinema Pl, Adelaide just a stones throw away from the busy Rundle St precinct in the heart of the Adelaide CBD. The Elephant is an authentic British pub serving up Imperial sized pints from a choice of 24 different beers on draught. We are not just about our great beer, we also have fantastic meals, excellent service, live music and a comfortable place to enjoy your time. We have parking within close proximity, Alpha Apartments offer U-Park facilities, we also back onto North Tce, where parking is also available. The Elephant doesn't provide gaming facilities so you can relax without the added noise and distractions from the you know whats!

Be sure to check out our specials and promotions so you don't miss out. We have live entertainment, function room, pool table, a busy nightlife and a great, authentic British atmosphere in the heart of Adelaide. Don't forget to check our latest photos in the online gallery, you may be in one of our photos!

Our Food and Wine menus are available on line, so make sure you click on the link and have a look! The Elephant continues our action-packed weekend entertainment with awesome drink prices from 5 - 8pm on Fridays and 7 - 9pm Saturdays. We also have great food and fantastic LIVE music to kick off your weekend.

Since 1872 the Kings Head Hotel has been a South Australian icon. Now simply known as “The Kings” it is a unique South Australian only produce bar and restaurant right in the heart of Adelaide’s CBD.

The Kings is truly a South Australian only venue where everything you eat and drink comes from right here in SA. The Kings Bar is classic saloon with 8 local beer taps and a focused and diverse SA only wine list, the Den is our 60 seat a la carte restaurant, a great street front dining and drinking space on King William Street to do some serious people watching and the Ballroom, a versatile function space comfortably holding up to 170 persons and featuring its own private courtyard.

DJs entertain you Wednesday, Friday and Saturday evenings in the Kings Bar playing the most eclectic mix of tunes you won’t hear anywhere else in the city. Our Mission at the Kings is “To deliver brilliant South Australian beer, wine, food and cocktails, exciting ever changing music and friendly service from our great staff serving up hospitality like only South Aussies can”

The Kings Functions Better. Catering for groups of 10 to 170pax in private and ‘semi-private’ spaces let us work with you and your budget to deliver the experience you want for your guests.

Situated in Rundle St, Adelaide's renowned restaurant and entertainment hub, the award winning Austral is synonymous with fine wine, great food and entertainment. Open 7 days a week from 11am, The Austral caters for all walks of life, and serves many different purposes which include private functions, intimate dinners or a night out partying.

With three great menues ranging from Front Bar cuisine, showcasing the renowned Austral Burger, to the carefully thought out A La Carte menu, featuring the best 300g steaks on Rundle Street through to the very modern Bunker serving very modern food. If you want to experiment there is The Austral daily specials menu.

No stone is left unturned in the Austral's entertainment vocabulary. The Austral showcases the best in live, acoustic and DJ music , 5 of the 7 week-nights.

While you are enjoying hot beats in every genre you could poke a stick at - check out some of our specials.

What's your live music style? The Cavern Club Adelaide caters to a wide variety of live music tastes.

Jazz, soul, jive, rock, classic rock, progressive, experimental, alternative, ska, retro, indie, punk, covers, originals,. Live bands, DJ, duos, soloists, acoustic.

Live bands appearing regularly at The Cavern Adelaide: The Fab Four, The Highlights, Clearway, Lucky Seven, Sound Factory, Orange Whip and The Invasion. Also now appearing regularly: World renowned mentalist Nicholas Tweedy. The Cavern Club Adelaide plays host to a range of performers from Adelaide, interstate and overseas. And the range just gets wider all the time. There's something to suit everyone's tastes.

At The Cavern Club Adelaide you will find something to your taste. Discover the great drink prices at our bar. Come in for a meal and stay for the entertainment and the great atmosphere! You won't find another venue like the Cavern Club Adelaide anywhere else in Australia!

An all-new entertainment experience. The London, situated on cosmopolitan North Terrace, is a sophisticated and diverse venue, incorporating a 170 person restaurant, nightclub and gaming room.

Our award-winning venue is open from 7:30am, Monday to Saturday for breakfast, lunch is served seven days a week from 11:30am til 3:30pm and dinner is available Friday night until 830pm. With enticing and extensive food and beverage packages on offer, The London is a popular location to hold your next function.
Friday and Saturday night sees a change of pace, as we kick it up a notch and showcase the very best in entertainment with our impressive new DJ line-ups and unbeatable drink specials.

The London Tavern closes Sun-Thu at 6pm.

The Mansions bar is a warm and friendly environment, serving a wide range of local and imported beers, wine & cocktails. With a large 155cm rear projection TV, the bar televises all major sporting events.

Mansions Tavern offers an extensive a la carte menu for both lunch and dinner Monday to Saturday. Room service is available for those preferring a quiet night in, and you also have the convenience of charging the bill to your room account. The Mansions Tavern can accommodate 360 patrons standing, or 100 seated in the restaurant.

The biggest and best place to go for all your needs. From cocktails to great meals we have it but best of all we have all your sporting needs including 6 mega screens, 45 TV screens, AHA Sportsbar winner 2002, ESPN, FOX, Setanta Sports, Free to Air, If it’s broadcast by satalite we’ll have it, 24 hours a day. Great venue for sporting get togethers and functions. Join the cheering crowd and atmosphere at the Rosemont for you next major live event.

The Sacaren' s Head Tavern is classed as a Relaxed atmosphere with traditional values and meals. Come in for a beer with our friendly staff.

Restored to its former glory, the Cumberland is an easy-going place where all are welcome. Choose from the extensive wine list and seasonal menu. Boasting loads of rooms and a massive beer garden, this pub has something for everyone. The uni crowds love this place on a Thursday and our Sunday afternoon Jazz sessions are hotting up, just in time for summer.

While our dance floor pumps on weekends, some people just love sitting in the sun on Waymouth St and sipping a wine while watching the world go by.

So for a schnitzel and a pint to a chilli crab linguini and a bottle of Basket Press we’re doing our best to surprise you.

You won't come across many pubs with a mechanical bull living in one of their bars…The Woolshed Does!
The Woolshed is a one of a kind, the country pub in the city!

The Hotel & Steakhouse is open 7 nights a week. There is something for everyone!

In Adelaide's East End is a pub which is slightly off the beaten track in terms of location and style. The Crown & Anchor Hotel, situated on the Corner of Union and Grenfell streets is only a short walk from the madness of Rundle St. It has long been a home to musicians and fans of live and original music as well as show casing some of the most innovative (definitely the friendliest!) DJs in our fine city.

Come and enjoy a meal and a beer at the Talbot Hotel, we have great entertainment most nights of the week. Just north of the Adelaide CBD lies the suburb of New Town, where this recently refurbished sports pub, cafe and bottle shop catches the eye with its grey and green colour scheme and easy-to-spot corner locale. In between games of pool and watching footy matches with bug eyes at the widescreen TVs, why not grab a bite to eat here, too? Good, honest pub meals are the order of the day at the Talbot, so you can expect hearty favourites like chicken schnitzels and steak sandwiches among many other mouth-watering pub classics.
We are the only venue who have Latino Nights on both Friday's and Saturday's.

Situated in the heart of the Adelaide CBD on the doorstep to all of the city’s cultural attractions, shopping and renowned dining precincts, the boutique Ambassadors Hotel offers a charismatic choice for the discerning traveller who is looking for great value for money comfortable accommodation with friendly and personable service.

The heritage listed Ambassadors Hotel is one of the oldest hotels in the city, having received its license in 1841 the Ambassadors have been serving the Adelaide public and visitors to the city ever since. The hotel incorporates 30 guest accommodation suites, balcony restaurant and the Marble bar for relaxed dining as well as function facilities and a gaming lounge. The Ambar Lounge is the latest edition to the hotel offering an intimate and sophisticated venue to relax with a fine wine or cocktail.

The Ambassadors offers a range of dining options throughout the hotel catering for all demands and tastes, from the working lunch, to the casual bar meal in the Marble Bar through to fine wine, cocktails and cheese in the Ambar Lounge- Ambassadors Hotel can cater to your needs.

Underwent interior renovations for a couple of years and reopened in 1998 as a smaller Botanic Bar. Botanic Bar occupies one of those grandiose, verandah-wrapped edifices that one normally associates with vast renovated pubs. However, Botanic is not interested in pokies and pints. Instead, it worships the temple of the divine cocktail.

Three full-time cocktail bartenders devote themselves entirely to maintaining, expanding and serving a massive list of 40-odd cocktails. There's a dizzying array of booze behind the bar (including more than 50 liqueurs). Here, the bar staff shake, build, stir and blend an endless stream of mixes, from muddles to martinis and sours.

DJs entertain Botanic's crowd of uni students and miscellaneous young things on most night, spinning funk, breaks and electro-house tunes. There's no dance floor for people to really let loose on, but the crowd seems more than happy to stand and wiggle, or sit on leather sofas and sway from there.

On quieter nights, the billiard room offers a refined twist on the standard pub pool hall, with two full-sized tables testing the limits of myopic pool hounds.

Dragonfly Bar and Dining is the hottest place to be in Adelaide. Food includes bar snax, starters, main courses and desserts. While you can choise from an extensive wine, beer and cocktail list. Dragonfly has regular events every night.

If you are not feeling ultra hip when you enter Dragonfly, you will by the time you leave. It is hard to be among such chic surrounds and not soak some of it up. The boutique-sized room is a muddle of mismatched retro furniture, sheer red curtains, disco balls and mood lighting. The feature wall displays equally eclectic pieces and local artists have access to this space to share their creations with discerning diners and drinkers. Bench seating runs the wall’s length, with a scattering of cushions to rest your fashionable derriere on. Round tables are set both inside and out so grab one of these and make room for chef Mark Ewan’s food.

As an acoustically gifted building it is perfect for the performance of live music of all genres from classics to jazz, to rock, pop, hip hop and country. and have developed a music program which hosts regular shows and mini concerts Wednesday to Sunday. With its state of the art sound system and lighting the venue is a pleasure for both patrons and musicians alike who can relax in its elegant and comfortable ambiance enjoying fine wines, coffee and cocktails. The venue is ideally situated on Grote Street close to the Gouger Street restaurant strip, the Hilton Hotel, The Rendezvous Allegra Hotel and Her Majesty's Theatre and further enhances the Central Market precinct as Adelaide's premier entertainment district.

THE WORLDSEND HOTEL, located in the heart of Adelaide’s vibrant West End, is a classic traditional pub full of atmosphere. The work of local artists & students adorn the walls and façade of this old pub that was the third license issued in S.A, back in 1838. No pokies, no TAB, a bit of sport if you want and great food and great music.
FOOD – Our all day menu is available Mon – Fri and from 5pm Saturday. This is the best food in the West End!!
FUNCTIONS are a specialty. We cater for all occasions, with facilities that include and exclusive Function Room upstairs, the Beer Garden or fabulous front bar. Catering packages are available. Look us up on www.worldsendhotel.com.au – it’s all you need to know.
LIVE MUSIC – free entry to see local bands jam it up in the beer garden.
HAPPY HOURS – enjoy cheap drinks and food deals every day of the week.

Enjoy the ambience of the widest hotel balcony in South Australia, with its beautiful polished Jarrah floor and historic mini-orb ceiling.

The clear floor to ceiling blinds and radiant gas heating, circulated by lit rattan fans, keep you warm while you gaze out over the beauty of Light Square and up to the city lights. Or open up and let the summer breeze ruffle your napkins.

If you're looking to get away from the crowd and require a large and elegant private space for parties, celebrations, meetings, dinners or lunches, then this is the space for you! We can cater for groups anywhere up to 100 people for a sit down meal or standing/cocktail style.

Choose from our regular menu or we can work out something to suit you, with an original set menu that can be created to your liking by our talented chefs. This space is truly in another league when it comes to functions around town. If you're looking to impress then look no further.

A new incarnation of an old favourite, Pete Hogan has taken over the pub on the corner of Morphet Street and Wright Street in the centre of Adelaide city. The new Whitmore Hotel provides a mix of traditional Front, Saloon and Lounge bar hospitality. From big hearty pub counter meal favorites out front, to smart relaxed dining experiences in the Lounge, the pub has all the ingredients of a great experience. Summer al fresco out on the footpath, winter beside our log fire, it always feels good.

The Hotel is actively engaged in it's local community and is developing a reputation as a great live music pub too, with a focus on "unplugged" live music!

Experience the pleasure and ease of holding your next event at The Apothecary 1878. Located in the heart of the city centre close to the Convention Centre, Adelaide Casino and Festival Centre. We offer the versatility of four exceptionally designed entertaining spaces. We will cater for any style of function that you require, from a formal dinner to a cocktail event.

Our function rooms are ideal settings for birthdays, engagement celebrations, intimate weddings, private dinners or we can provide a corporate environment for meetings or wine tastings.

The courtyard and cellar create a unique and spectacular atmosphere, suitable for a small gathering or a group of 50.

The Apothecary 1878 prides itself on its extensive wine selection, choice of catering options and professional service, making every endeavour to propose a package personalised to your event. All memorable functions are the result of thoughtful planning and we look forward to welcoming you and your guests to The Apothecary 1878.

Located in Adelaide's historic Railway Station building, Adelaide Casino is South Australia's only casino destination and the city's most exciting gaming and entertainment venue.

Our philosophy is to provide a fun, contemporary environment with a variety of entertainment to ensure our customers have an exciting experience.

The company is the city's 10th largest employer and injects around $30 million into the State each year through the employment of over 1000 staff, as well as paying approximately $19 million annually in State taxes.

First is the Hotel Richmond's gorgeous restaurant, bar & lounge. Relax with a luxurious lunch or dinner, featuring the finest local and seasonal produce. The service is discreet and elegant and the ambience is exceptional. first waves the week away with the cool cocktail crowd in the spacious and organic venue featuring a long Calcutta marble bar, sparkling wire-ball chandeliers and modern art.

The Ambar Lounge offers an urban sanctuary for discerning adults and aficionados of cocktail culture and boutique wines. A funky, retro inspired space, the Ambar Lounge’s fringed curtained booths; candlelight and private nooks offer the perfect spot for after work relaxation. Chilled tunes set the scene whilst a simple grazing menu boasts the ever popular Ambar rustic pizza’s along with a variety of share plates, regional cheese boards and nibbles.

Ambar Lounge is open to the public from 4pm Fridays for after work drinks and nibbles and at other times by private arrangement. A versatile and stylish event space, the Ambar Lounge is the perfect venue for your next special occasion or corporate event. Please see our function page for further information.