Where to Eat in Adelaide Hills
Australian — South Australian Hills — the best restaurants, must-try dishes, and practical dining tips for your wine trip to Adelaide Hills.
Local Cuisine
The culinary tradition of Adelaide Hills is rooted in Australian — South Australian Hills cooking. Local restaurants pair regional dishes with wines from the surrounding vineyards, making dining an integral part of the wine country experience.
Must-Try Dishes
Restaurant Recommendations
Fine Dining
Sequoia — Mt Lofty House
Michelin-standard dining at the Mt Lofty summit estate with panoramic Adelaide views and Hills produce
Winery Restaurant
Hahndorf Hill Winery Restaurant
Austrian-influenced winery restaurant in the historic German settlement of Hahndorf with Grüner Veltliner
Bistro
The Lane Vineyard Restaurant
Award-winning cellar door restaurant in Hahndorf with farm-to-fork menus and Chardonnay pairings
Casual
Hahndorf village bakeries and delis
Australia's oldest surviving German settlement with artisan bakers, sausage makers, and Streuselkuchen
Dining Etiquette & Tips
Tipping
Not expected. 10% for exceptional service.
Meal Times
Lunch: 12:00–14:30 · Dinner: 18:00–21:00
Reservations
Mt Lofty House and The Lane need booking, especially on weekends. Cherry season (December) brings extra visitors.
Vegetarian Options
Good