Best Fine Dining in Adelaide

"You’d think that the bucolic surroundings of this heritage rotunda would steal diners’ attention away from the gourmet fare on the plate, but the ever-changing seasonal menu of contemporary Australian cuisine is impossible to ignore. Following a ‘paddock to plate’ philosophy, the Botanic Garden Restaurant relies on ethically sourced local produce as well as vegetables and herbs from their 51-hectare kitchen garden."

"With 80% of ingredients sourced directly from local farmers, Penfolds’ Magill Estate Restaurant features some of the most stunning views the Adelaide Hills have to offer. The fine-dining, mutli-award-winning restaurant is known for its menu that features mushrooms, watercress, vegetables, herbs and flowers are all foraged from the bordering gardens, which are then sustainably turned into composted kitchen waste. View this post on Instagram"

"Blow the budget at Penfolds’ winery restaurant par excellence. Adelaide is a big flat city – you have to drive into the surrounding hills to benefit from anything resembling a view. Penfolds’ historic Magill Estate vineyard (est. 1844) is just hilly enough to offer a fine city view with your impressive winery meal."

"Before you’ve even sat at your table, you'll be greeted by bold wood interiors adorned with spectacular lighting overhead reminiscent of a galaxy. Allow head chef Scott Huggins, and his passion for creating fresh and natural dishes, to take you on an expedition with his cuisine. 78 Penfold Road, Magill"

"Step through the door of this teppanyaki joint and you won't feel like you're in a Japanese restaurant at all, rather an old bank with all the characteristics and mannerisms to follow. Gold marble pillars surround a central teppanyaki table with the owners mixing together French sensibility with whiz bang teppanyaki skills.It's safe to say Erato's vibe is a little different to most Japanese restaurants. 21 King William Street, Adelaide"

"21 King William Street, 5000, Adelaide (SA)"

"InterContinental Hotel | North Terrace, Adelaide, South Australia 5000, AustraliaReservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Valet Parking, Highchairs AvailableJapanese, Sushi, Asian, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options, Vegan OptionsDinner, Late NightHK$149 - HK$604+61 8 8238 2382"

"Located within the glitzy InterContinental Hotel on North Terrace, Shiki is renowned as Adelaide’s finest Japanese restaurant, serving up a flamboyant dining experience courtesy of skilled teppanyaki chefs. The authentic sushi, sashimi and other Japanese specialties go down a treat with Shiki’s quality wine list and array of imported Sake."

"Mount Lofty is the highest point in the Adelaide Hills, where you can enjoy mountaintop views from the old fashioned luxury of Mount Lofty House. This boutique hotel is an Adelaide classic, dating back to the 1850s when the estate was built as a summer retreat for Arthur Hardy, one of the city’s best known historical figures. Stay in the original coachman’s cottage, or book a room in the tower for splendid views over the hills, before enjoying fine dining at Hardy’s Verandah Restaurant, or a few cocktails at Arthur’s Waterhouse Lounge."

"Nestled among the autumnal surrounds of one of Adelaide’s most scenic spots, luxury hotel Mount Lofty House, is relaxation destination the Gate Keeper’s Day Spa. The spa is made up of three treatment rooms with a spa menu boasting an array of treatments guests can even book out the whole spa exclusively for themselves and their guests for special events, enjoying lunch and dessert platters and plenty of glasses of bubbly alongside the ultimate day of relaxation. You can find the Gate Keeper’s Day Spa at 1 Mawson Dr, Crafers."

"Mount Lofty House has the best of both worlds, with views of the Piccadilly Valley in the Adelaide Hills wine region. Yet, it’s also just 15 minutes from the central business district. This boutique hotel ticks all the boxes for a relaxing stay, with an onsite spa, pool with views over the valley and a cosy library."

"A short 15-minute drive from Adelaide, Windy Point Restaurant combines contemporary dining with breathtaking views. The full-length windows spanning the front of the restaurant are visible from every table, providing each guest with a stunning view of the city, the sea and Adelaide Hills. Priding itself on its formal atmosphere, Windy Point sets a smart casual dress code to ensure that whether gastronomes are enjoying the tasting menu, the wine list or the group trilogy menu, they are having a first-class experience."

"Wow! What a cool building, and what a fabulous setting. Camera-conducive views and contemporary varietals (viognier, pinot grigio, pinot gris), plus an outstanding restaurant (book for lunch: two/three/four courses $65/75/85, serving noon to 3pm Wednesday to Monday). Tastings of entry-level wines are free."

"The Victoria Park Loop is a great place for families to take a walk, ride bikes away from the dangers of the road, or to simply walk the dog in open space away from the traffic.Read our review"

"A wonderful spot with over 30 hectares to have a rambling walk and is open free to the public. You’ll find over 800 species of plants with every tree labelled. There’s plenty to explore here, including the fabulous labyrinth."

"Elder park is the area where every postcard of Adelaide is shot from. The park is surrounded by a lovely stretch of the river Torrens, Adelaide oval, the Festival theater and convention center. One of the main draw cards as one of the best wedding photo locations in Adelaide is the huge rotunda sitting surrounded by beautifully manicured lawn."

"Located in the heart of Adelaide, Elder Park is the city’s most famous park. Laid out on the banks of the Torrens River in 1882, locals and tourists love this place to picnic and relax close to the river’s fountain and the rotunda. Travellers travel photobook from Melbourne, Australia, Australia / CC BY"

"Elder Park is located between the City of Adelaide and North Adelaide on the banks of the Torrens Lake. South Bank of Torrens Lake, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. Zoos, Sanctuaries, Aquariums and Wildlife Parks"

"Their location in Central Market Arcade is surely a must-visit. You will surely enjoy the unique dining concept Sushi Train is known for. Since opening its first restaurant in Queensland back in 1993, Sushi Train has opened numerous branches around the country."

"This brand new restaurant in the heart of Norwood mixes all things stylish, colourful and authentic. Specialising in decadent sushi rolls and yakitori, this contemporary restaurant is on our go-to list. The ambient 'flower village' features wisteria draped from the ceilings over a voluminous contemporary space with a sushi train delivering plates to tables."