Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Adelaide

OpenTable

Updated November 05, 2026

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Hoosegow Charcoal Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (158)

$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

Fatima

Dined on Nov 1, 2026

Absolute 5-star experience! The food was spectacular and the cherry on top was the amazing service. Couldn’t have asked for a better evening! Everything that the staff recommended was top notch, right from the taste to the presentation! Definitely going there again :)

Good Gilbert

4.9

4.9 (113)

$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

michael

Dined 2 days ago

Food was amazing! Definitely go there again. Might need to sharpen the knife though ahahaha. But was amazing!

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Fiore at Down The Rabbit Hole Wines

4.8

4.8 (950)

$41 to $100

Italian

McLaren Vale

About the restaurant

An unforgettable lunch by Executive Chef Nick Tadija has been crafted to be enjoyed leisurely over two hours. We will take you on an experience of culinary indulgence, filling your table with an abundance of food to share. We are passionate about using the best local, seasonal, and organic produce we can get our hands on. This is a set menu.

We cater to dietary requirements and preferences, including gluten free, vegetarian and vegan. For any other specific dietaries, please contact us at goodtimes@downtherabbitholewines.com.au.

Please be aware this is designed as an adult restaurant experience. There is no children’s menu available in the restaurant. All seated guests, including children, must be booked and will be charged at the full fee.

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

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

Alora! lascia che ti diamo da mangiare. Now! Let us feed you.

Top review

Janet

Dined on Oct 30, 2026

Did not disappoint - the food was fabulous and service was great. Could not fault anything.

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Experience

Mi Amore

Peter Rabbit

4.6

4.6 (740)

$40 and under

Café

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.

Dine in the garden or get cosy inside next to the fire. We take cafe bookings for groups of up to 16 people across a range of indoor & outdoor tables.

If there is no availability for your preferred day or time, we have a limited number of seats available for walk-ins only - please be mindful there may be a wait on walk-in availability during busy periods! If you need to make a modification or cancel a current cafe booking please use the link provided in your OpenTable confirmation email.

Top review

Stephanie

Dined on Oct 30, 2026

Customer Service was amazing at Peter Rabbit on 31st October. Met up with 2 girls for our monthly book club meet up and we were in awe of how the staff managed the rush.

Hello Neighbour Artusi By Night

4.6

4.6 (543)

$40 and under

Breakfast

Hyde Park

About the restaurant

Hello Neighbour by day, Artusi by Night.
Brunch, coffee & brekky cocktails from Wednesday to
Sunday 7am til 3pm
Gnocchi piatti & cocktails from 5.30 til late from Wednesday to
Saturday.
Bookings are for dining only. Drinks/coffee is on a walk-in only basis.

Top review

Luke

Dined on Oct 20, 2026

Food was great and service was fantastic, highly recommend.

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Experience

Midweek Cheap Eats

Coal Cellar + Grill

4.4

4.4 (322)

$41 to $100

Australian

Adelaide City Center

About the restaurant

Coal Cellar + Grill, Hilton Adelaide’s signature restaurant, is at the height of dining sophistication in the heart of the city.

With a focus on South Australian produce, the modern grill menu is a food and wine enthusiast’s playground! The menu has a balance of seafood, vegetarian and meat dishes including the show-stopping signature tomahawk steak – served with grilled vegetables and a selection of homemade sauces.

Complement your meal with a wine from the impressive glass-encased cellar, home to over 500 wine labels including bold Shiraz’s from the world-famous Barossa Valley to crisp Clare Valley Rieslings!

Unique to Coal Cellar + Grill are three private dining rooms which surround the restaurant. These rooms are perfect for small private dinners to cocktail functions or working meetings.

The Lobby Lounge is the perfect setting for pre or post dinner drinks, a relaxing coffee, tapas and cocktails.

For large groups we offer an alternate menu – contact us for more information.

Top review

Shawn

Dined on Oct 31, 2026

We had a great experience at Coal Cellar and Grill, the food was excellent with the steak cooked perfectly? Once seated it’s take some time to be acknowledged by staff and water provided. However a very positive experience overall.

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Experience

Feed Me Experience

Experience

Pre-Theatre Dinner (Booking Required)

Experience

2026 Festive Feed Me Experience

Melt Hyde Park

4.8

4.8 (805)

$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

Cathy

Dined on Oct 30, 2026

Amazing food, love the relaxed atmosphere, nothing too hard, staff are so helpful and courteous

Asha

4.9

4.9 (175)

$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 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 Kyle Connor 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.

for parties of 6 or more - please contact the venue directly for booking.

Top review

Sasha

Dined on Oct 17, 2026

Incredible food. Our waiter Tom provided very high quality service. He was attentive, knowledgeable of wine & food, and catered to our dietary preferences. Beautiful atmosphere too. Highly recommend.

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Experience

A La Carte Menu

Experience

Al Rihla ‘The Journey’ set menu

Boatshed Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (403)

$41 to $100

Australian

Hallett Cove

About the restaurant

The Boatshed Restaurant at Hallett Cove, where coastal charm meets exceptional dining. Located within the picturesque Hallett Cove Conservation Park, our restaurant offers stunning ocean views, a relaxed atmosphere, and a menu crafted to delight every palate.

Whether you’re joining us for a catch up with friends for lunch, or a special dinner, our dishes are made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients and prepared with care. The Boatshed is the perfect spot for intimate meals, group gatherings, or celebrations of all kinds.

Reserve your table today and experience the best of coastal dining at The Boatshed, Hallett Cove.

Top review

Andrew

Dined on Oct 28, 2026

Went with some friends for Schnitzel’s. Awesome food and great friendly service. 5 Stars🌟

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Experience

Short Feed Me

Experience

Small Eaters Set Menu

Experience

Feed Me

Puddle Duck

4.4

4.4 (23)

$40 and under

Café

Adelaide

About the restaurant

Daytime Café • Thursday – Sunday • 8am–3pm
Lakeside Sessions • Fridays & Sundays • 3pm–sunset

Bookings are encouraged, but walk-ins are always welcome! We keep space available for spontaneous visits, including on our spacious lakeside lawn. Although during peak periods, we may reach capacity.

Our kitchen is open from 8am–2pm on café trading days, reopening from 3:30pm–7pm on Fridays and Sundays for our Lakeside Sessions menu.

We're a busy little kitchen, and during peak periods, food wait times may be longer than usual. Our team will always do their best to keep you updated so you can settle in and enjoy your time by the lake!

Weekend service update: Takeaway food orders, including orders for guests enjoying the lawn, are paused between 12pm–2pm on Saturdays and Sundays to help our kitchen manage peak service.

Top review

Stephanie

Dined 3 days ago

Lovely setting. Friendly staff and delicious food. The only small issue was the length of time for food to arrive. Whilst we were advised upon arrival, of the approximate wait time for food, the delay was double that anticipated time which meant we couldn’t consider dessert. Otherwise- great spot.

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