Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Adelaide

OpenTable

Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes in Adelaide ? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, 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 6 Dec 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 :)

Melt Hyde Park

4.8

4.8 (658)

$41 to $100

Pizzeria

Hyde Park

About the restaurant

We are a vibrant and busy neighbourhood restaurant located in Hyde Park. Serving pizza and tapas all day from midday until late. Join us for a drink at the bar, a quick lunch or long dinner, and everything in between.

Top review

Jen

Dined on 11 Dec 2024

Great food great vibe and awesome staff … highly recommend

Good Gilbert

4.8

4.8 (44)

$40 and under

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Goodwood

About the restaurant

Good Gilbert isn't just a place to eat and drink. It's our heartfelt invitation to join us in a story that's still unfolding. Every dish, every sip, and every smile shared here is a chapter in our tale. We're not just serving meals; we're crafting memories, one delicious moment at a time.

With a 400+ wine list that evolves weekly. Sip on over 40 wines by the glass or carafe, seasonal beers and cocktails, and indulge in a variety of bar snacks or dine in our restaurant. There's always something new to discover.

Come be a part of our story at Good Gilbert!

Top review

Kym

Dined 3 days ago

The staff were great. Friendly, helpful and overall great service. The food was fantastic, and the venue is perfect. Highly recommend.

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Experience

Let us feed you

Experience

Drinks Only Reservation

Experience

$45 SET MENU

Meze Mazi - Adelaide

4.7

4.7 (1102)

$40 and under

Greek

Prospect

About the restaurant

Andrew Papadakis moved to Australia in 2012 with the vision of sharing an authentic piece of Greece through the culture of food and family.

At Meze-Mazi, we’re all about authenticity. Our food is derived from old family recipes and our native Greek chefs craft each dish with the same love and passion that they do for their own families.

Top review

Amitesh

Dined 3 days ago

Great food, fantastic staff.. we had a very memorable meal.. thanks (Ps: you forgot the Horta and Greek Salad- we were charged I think!, :-) we will still be back another time)

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 13 Dec 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

HMBL Tapas Co

4.7

4.7 (359)

$41 to $100

Tapas / Small Plates

Mount Barker

About the restaurant

Delicious small dishes and share plates with a twist, accompanied by a hand picked selection of wines and hand crafted cocktails. All in a friendly and social environment. Just like our name, nothing pretentious, just humble.

Top review

Ryan

Dined 5 days ago

This was our first time dining at humble and omg it did not disappoint food yummo, service on point and price absolutely great even the share on social Tuesday for 20% off fantastic

Rosemont Hall

4.7

4.7 (346)

$40 and under

Thai

Prospect

About the restaurant

Set in a beautiful Art Deco building in the thriving heart of Prospect, Rosemont Hall is the perfect spot for friendly lunches, fun times and casual get togethers.

Outside, come for a fresh juice and a healthy Asian salad, while the kids play in the plush laneway and garden. Then stay for dinner in our beautiful restaurant and get transported to 1920’s Hong Kong.

When it comes to food, there is plenty to choose from- whether it’s a meat platter from Mr Chan or a selection of delicious snacks with a wine in hand. We are all about keeping it casual, but also offer table service for dinner in the main “hall”. Think local seafood, roasted meats, dim sum and stir-fry’s straight from the wok.

Don’t miss this suburban dining destination and home away from home in Adelaide’s beautiful inner-north.

Top review

Nadia

Dined 5 days ago

There were 10 of us for a work dinner and selected the feed me menu at Rosemont Hall. There was plenty and variety of food while catering to dietary requirements (vegan, peanut/sesame oil etc), so much that we had leftovers that we all enjoyed the next day. Great venue and highly recommended.

Roma

4.6

4.6 (47)

$41 to $100

Italian

Adelaide

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 6 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

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 2 days 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

Cafe Dining

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 8 Dec 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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