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7 great new restaurants that opened in Adelaide this August

We’ve put a list together of the newest eats in town!

It’s no secret that we love trying out new eateries around the state and South Australia is blessed with incredibly fresh, high-quality produce, so we’ve put a list together of the newest eats in town!

Roma Restaurant & Deli

After three years of serving up incredible fine-dining, Eleven on Waymouth Street closed, but in its memory, Roma Restaurant & Deli is open now – a more relaxed atmosphere celebrating high-quality food and service, serving up modern Italian eats.

Roma Restaurant & Deli offers a unique dining setting which makes the most of the venues incredible piazza area that encourages diners to relish meals in a vibrant, outdoor environment.

What: Roma Restaurant & Deli
Where: 11 Waymouth Street, Adelaide, South Australia 5000
When: Open for all-day dining, Monday to Saturday

For more information, click here.

Hello Harry

Replacing the old Chuck Wagon building in North Adelaide is Hello Harry (HH), serving up delectable American-style burgers. Established 10 years ago by two-hat Chef Tony Kelly, the HH menu was inspired by his travels to the United States, where he got a taste of the fast food scene.

One of the highlights at Hello Harry’s is ‘The Fat Bastard’ – a challenge where customers have eight minutes to conquer their massive ‘Double Fat Bastard’ burger with four smashed beef patties and loaded fries with cheese, green onions, bacon, with your choice of beef brisket or pulled pork, ultimately winning a prize!

What: Hello Harry
Where: 175 O’Connell St, North Adelaide SA 5006
When: Sun to Thurs 11am-9pm, Fri & Sat 11am-10pm

For more information, click here.

Thelma Piccadilly

Food connoisseurs and SA talents, James Spreadbury (Noma), Olivia Moore (LOC DOT COM), and Tom Campbell (The Summertown Agrostologists), have yet again collaborated their deep history and knowledge in food and wine, and created a must-go spot called Thelma Piccadilly.

With local and international experience, their inspiration for the new place is drawn from European style dining; an all-day dining bistro where your morning coffee and pastry can turn into a glass of wine and savoury snacks.

WHAT: Thelma Piccadilly
WHERE:
 176 Piccadilly Road, Piccadilly, 5151
WHEN: Fri, Sat, Sun 9am-5pm

For more information, click here.

Electra

Adelaide’s popular Electra House on King William Street emerged from a significant transformation to become a warm and inviting bar and function space, simply known as Electra. The menu has also been refreshed, featuring a range of shared plates and an expanded, more refined wine list.

WHAT: Electra
WHERE: 
131 King William Street, Adelaide, SA, Australia, South Australia
WHEN: Monday & Sunday Closed
Tuesday 12–10 pm
Wednesday 12–10 pm
Thursday 12–10 pm
Friday 12 pm–1 am
Saturday 4 pm–2 am

For more information, click here.

CRISP

A trendy new, laidback pizza bar in the picturesque Fleurieu Peninsula, Crisp is one of the latest (and funkiest) venues to open their doors in the ever-popular town of Port Elliot, serving up their signature crispy pizzas, which come in all shapes and sizes to make the whole family happy.

Expect your pizza bar classics, like a margarita or pepperoni. Or try something new like the Bravas with spicy red sauce, crushed potato, asiago, garlic sauce and crispy kale. Give the Mushroom a go, with mushroom ragu, anchovies, bocconcini, snow pea tendrils, and parmesan finished with a cured egg. Plus other fun flavours like the Sprouts & Speck, Brisket, Picante, and Pork & Fennel are sure to impress.

What: CRISP
Where: 41 The Strand, Port Elliot, South Australia 5212
When: Thursday to Saturday, 12pm to Late. Sunday 12pm to 3pm.

For more information, click here.

Chakna Tandoori Bites

New Indian tapas restaurant Chakna Tandoori Bites is bringing all the flavours of India to Adelaide’s CBD. The restaurant is a fusion of Northern Indian flavours with an Aussie twist in what sounds like a a one-stop destination for all things food, drink, and good times with an authentic tapas experience to be paired with a sophisticated cocktail bar.

The main feature of the restaurant has got to be the sizzlers – an Indian medley dish where several finger foods are served on a hot plate that perfectly crisps and caramelises food as you eat. With both main and desserts options, it’s a must try.

What: Chakna Tandoori Bites
Where: 266 Rundle Street, Adelaide
When: Sunday – Thursday 12pm to 11pm, Friday & Saturday 12pm to 1am

For more information, click here.

Penny Blue

Penny Blue is one of Adelaide’s newest culinary hotspot, offering a 126-seat dining area serving Modern Australian cuisine, peppered with innovative takes on classic dishes. Behind it all is Chef Alexandre Katsman, a South Australian native who is bringing 20 years of experience to the Penny Blue.

“Menus with a nostalgic touch are trending globally because they offer comfort and evoke cherished memories. At Penny Blue, we blend ‘new and modern’ with classic favourites like Prawn Cocktail, Beef Wellington, and Bread and Butter Pudding for dessert, creating a menu that celebrates both tradition and innovation,” Chef Alex remarked.

What: Penny Blue
Where: 141 King William St, Adelaide SA 5000
When: Tuesday to Saturday, 5:30PM to 9:30PM

For more information, click here.

Know of any others that should be added? Contact [email protected]

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