Martha Hardy's

Name: Martha Hardy's
Address: 1 Mawson Dr, Crafers, AU-SA, Australia, 5152
Telephone: (08) 8339 6777
Price range: $100 and over
Rating: 4.6

4.6

108 Reviews

$100 and over

Australian

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2 people

20 Dec 2024

19:00

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for scenic views
Charming

Arthur Hardy’s wife, Martha, was an avid entertainer. Guests often remarked seeing the huge leg of lamb roasting on the spit in the estate kitchen! Martha Hardy’s is an elegant restaurant nestled within the historic walls of Mount Lofty House. Offering a sophisticated a la carte menu, it showcases the finest local produce from the Adelaide Hills, celebrating the region’s vibrant flavours.

With open fireplaces and a cosy, intimate atmosphere, Martha Hardy’s is perfect for those seeking a luxurious dining experience. The restaurant combines modern culinary excellence with the charm of its heritage setting, providing a memorable, indulgent experience for every guest. Whether for a special occasion or a relaxed evening, Martha Hardy’s invites diners to savour the best of local cuisine in a truly unique environment.

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Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$100 and over
Cuisines
Australian, reserved
Hours of Operation
Daily 18:00–21:00
Phone number
(08) 8339 6777
Website
http://www.mtloftyhouse.com.au/dine-in-the-adelaide-hills/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Adam Bowden

Location
1 Mawson Dr, Crafers, AU-SA 5152
Area
Crafers
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cigar Room, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Signature 2 Course Menu
A$99.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Discover the culinary artistry of Chef Adam Bowden with our two-course menu, offering a choice of Entrée & Main or Main & Dessert. Each dish is crafted to highlight seasonal ingredients and vibrant flavors. To complete your experience, enjoy sommelier Jayden Cowell's handpicked wine pairings, thoughtfully selected to enhance each course. Perfect for a refined dining escape or a memorable celebration.
Signature 3 Course Menu
A$125.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Embark on a culinary journey with Chef Adam Bowden’s exquisite three-course menu, featuring a selection of delightful entrées, sumptuous mains, and decadent desserts. Each course is designed to showcase the finest seasonal ingredients and Chef Bowden's creative flair. Elevate your dining experience with sommelier Jayden Cowell’s expertly recommended wine pairings, crafted to complement each dish perfectly. Ideal for special occasions or an unforgettable night out.

What 108 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on all time ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

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108 Reviews

JD
JessD
Adelaide
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 18 September 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience and fantastic services. The lamb shoulder for two was divine! Perfect space to celebrate an occasion or just have a lovely dinner.
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Rhys
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 16 September 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely stunning location and super friendly staff, made the whole experience very pleasant. However we were left a bit disappointed with the Snapper and Prawns that came out cold.
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PaulL
Adelaide
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 September 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great. Amazing views, great atmosphere and lovely food.
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KerryC
Adelaide
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 10 September 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We would highly recommend Martha Hardy’s Kitchen for Sunday Roast. The service was excellent, great selection of roasts to choose from and the lamb we had, melted in our mouths. Desert was delicious too.
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JennyWren
Adelaide
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 10 September 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect way to celebrate our 40th anniversary. The food was superb - 17 hour slow cooked lamb shoulder was melt in the mouth, served with everything you could want with a roast and more. Dessert whilst only 2 choices + cheese platter on the offering we chose from, was equally enjoyed. The staff were all friendly, helpful and made our sitting special - the surprise treat on the occasion of our anniversary was a lovely gesture. Only negative and it is ever so minor - our table was streaky when we arrive from being wiped down. With no tablecloth I think it’s important to have a pristine surface on show to match the rest of the standard.
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LindaC
Adelaide
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 September 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A lovely place for a quiet romantic dinner. Beautiful meal and great service.
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Tippi
Adelaide
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on 7 September 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One complaint...corkage was $75 per bottle I understand the venue wants you to choose from their selection. However it was one bottle of bubbles 🍾 to celebrate a birthday . That soured the afternoon for all !! Otherwise food and service was exemplary
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LorwaiT
Adelaide
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 3 September 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service were exemplary. We thoroughly enjoyed our various courses. Kudos to the chefs and kitchen staff for producing the quality of food that was consistent. Just be aware that the mark up on the wines is way over the 100% of retail.
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PK22
Adelaide
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 3 September 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
View wonderful, staff excellent, comfortable surroundings, amazing building Disappointed in main meal as the vegetables were cold & the roast beef was hard to chew Desert was really good plus the cheese board Staff very attentive
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Adelaide
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 2 September 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We celebrated a milestone birthday at Martha Hardy's Kitchen this weekend and it was hands down the best meal we've had in a long time! The service was amazing the food was incredible and the views.. just outstanding! The happy birthday dessert plate was a lovely surprise. Thank you to all the staff for a brilliant experience. Would highly recommend a visit to this venue. We will definitely be back.
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Martha Hardy's is rated 4.6 stars by 108 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

20 Dec 2024

19:00

Experiences are available.

1 Mawson Dr, Crafers, AU-SA 5152

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Crafers
Hours of Operation
Daily 18:00–21:00
Price
$100 and over
Cuisines
Australian, reserved
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Adam Bowden
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cigar Room, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.mtloftyhouse.com.au/dine-in-the-adelaide-hills/
Phone number
(08) 8339 6777

Martha Hardy's

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Dining areas

Additional information

Signature 2 Course Menu

Signature 3 Course Menu

Small Plates

Coffin Bay Oysters - Classic With Mignonette

Grilled House Focaccia, Olive Oil, DukkhaA$12.00

Leek And Woodside Goat Cheese Croquettes, Walnut & Capsicum PureeA$15.00

San Jose Salumi, Pickles, Warm Olives, Smoked AlmondsA$35.00

Courses

2 CourseA$89.00

3 CourseA$109.00

Entree

Kingfish Tartare, Avocado, Yuzu, Radish, Coriander

Pressed Lamb Shoulder, Eggplant, Labneh, Crispy Buckwheat

Salad Of Asparagus ‘Vinaigrette’ Chopped Egg, Fried Capers

Main

Roast Abelsway Chicken, Peas A La Francais, Supreme Sauce

Grilled Octopus, Capsicum, Butterbeans, Basil, Saffron Aioli

Flat Iron Steak, Red Cabbage, Mustard Greens, Horseradish Butter

Rigatoni, Herb Pesto, Hazelnut, Zucchini, Ricotta

Desserts

Whipped Lemon Posset, Rhubarb, Oat Crumble, Lemon Balm

Marsala Crème Caramel, Golden Raisin, Almond, Thyme

SA Cheese, Quince, Apricot, Pickled Fig, Lavosh

Sides

Green Beans, Ajo Blanco, Spring LeavesA$18.00

Roast Kipfler Potatoes, Toasted Cumin Aioli, WatercressA$18.00

Heirloom Carrots, Feta, Date, Curry LeafA$18.00

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