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Help me find... outdoor dining in Adelaide

Last updated 30 Sept, 2025

Who doesn't love a long weekend? Soak in the balmy spring weather and make the most of the extra day of rest, it's the perfect time for alfresco dining!

From beer gardens to curbside seating, here's our round up of some of the best spots to enjoy open-air dining in the city and North Adelaide.



Treasury 1860

144 King William St, Adelaide

An oasis in the heart of the CBD. This beautifully designed hidden gem boasts a picturesque courtyard and a globally inspired, locally sourced menu.

The Lion Hotel

161 Melbourne St, North Adelaide


Live music, cosy booths and a stunning beer garden, this historic North Adelaide hotel has it all! Fusing the old and the new beautifully, it's a bright and fresh oasis that’s perfect for a casual drink or a delicious meal.

Exchange Specialty Coffee

12-18 Vardon Avenue, Adelaide

Enjoy people watching while you sip on your morning coffee at this iconic East End cafe. Take your pick of speciality coffee blends and mouth-watering brunch classics (the Walloumi is a must).

2KW Bar and Restaurant

2 King William Street Level 8, Adelaide

Take in postcard views from the airy, beautifully designed outdoor terrace while you enjoy seasonal modern Australian dishes and excellent cocktails.

Ballaboosta

289 Halifax St, Adelaide

Mediterranean meets Middle East at this atmospheric mezze joint. Centred around a wood-fire oven and designed for sharing, the menu boasts fresh flatbreads, pizzas and tapas — traditional soul food, made with love.

Malt Shovel Taphouse

Festival Drive, Adelaide

Sip on a craft beer while you take in breathtaking views of the iconic Adelaide Oval and River Torrens / Karrawirra Parri at this relaxed, riverside haunt.

The Cumberland Arms Hotel

205 Waymouth St, Adelaide

'The Cumby' offers a stunning beer garden and a menu full of your favourite pub classics – schnitzel, fish and chips, salt and pepper squid, burgers and more!

Gilbert Street Hotel

88 Gilbert Street, Adelaide

Situated in the thriving south west corner of the city, the Gilbert Street Hotel is the type of Adelaide pub everyone wants to be their local. A pub with an eclectic global menu, a beer garden, a terrace and live entertainment! 

Part Time Lover

Paul Kelly Lane, Adelaide

Linger for a while at this inner-city oasis. Tucked behind Adelaide Town Hall, this breezy all-day diner offers a succulent seasonal menu inspired by Asian and European flavours.

LOC Bottle Bar

6 Hindmarsh Square, Adelaide

Sample an ever-changing selection of organic, biodynamically farmed wines at little city sanctuary. With a new and exciting menu each week, there's plenty of reasons to keep coming back.



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