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As we bid a final farewell to the year that was, we thought here at Glam Adelaide, what better way to celebrate the crazy fun we’ve had this year than by looking back at the incredible ventures and venues that have happened this year.
2021 has been a rollercoaster, and the hospitality industry has shown strength, determination and resilience these last 12 months. What better way to show an industry that’s done it tough lately some love than a cup (or two!) of coffee with friends at a delicious long brunch.
From a Euro-inspired delicatessen to cafés with barbershops next door – you won’t be hard-pressed to find an incredible place to brunch with your girlfriends.
In no particular order, here are incredible places that opened this year:
30 Acres
Brought to you by the hospitality wonders behind the beloved 303 By the Sea and Oar, 30 Acres planted its roots in Norwood this year. Owners Rik and Alex Fisher created a casual, family-friendly brunch destination where products grown and sourced on their 30-acre farm in Ashton, which the delightful cafe gets its namesake from
Featuring a bustling, open kitchen on the ground floor and a beautiful mezzanine bakery, 30 Acres shows its point of difference from many of its counterparts by focusing on South Australian produce throughout its offerings.
Menu highlights include a wood-oven cooked chicken served with wilted kale, and a green olive and lemon sauce and a breakfast showstopper of pork and fennel coil sausage accompanied with beans and hash browns.
Described as offering a modern Australian menu, 30 Acres is currently open for breakfast, brunch and lunch, with Rik and Alex also keen to keep the space open late into the evenings – making it the perfect place for a mid-morning pastry or late long lunch in the sunshine.
Find 30 Acres at 233 The Parade, Norwood. Read more here.
Bottega Bandito
The little sister café of Anchovy Bandit – Bottega Bandito – found its home on vibrant Rose Street earlier this year, opening its doors next door to the popular pizzeria.
With splashes of millennial pink and walls lined with preserves and pickles, Bottega Bandito transports you straight to corner store delicatessens in the heart of Italy.
The modest yet striking fit-out suits its menu, which serves up classic brunch bites and sandwiches that pack a flavourful punch using simple ingredients and pairings – sopressa, fermented chilli, fior di latte, tomato, basil, and pickled chilli has never tasted so good.
Expect house made pickles, sugo, fresh pasta, pastries and meats cured in-house (which you can purchase to take home!), all in collaboration with local farmers and producers.
Hospo-heavyweight trio, Alex Bennett, Josh Talbot, and Oliver Brown opened Bottega Bandito in February, appointing Shane Wilson, previously of Hentley Farm, Bistro Dom, and Orana, is executive chef across both Anchovy Bandit and Bottega Bandito.
You can find Botegga Bandito at 98 Prospect Rd, Prospect. Read more about them here.
Loxley
You can get fresh coffee, cakes and even a fresh cut at Loxley – the new café which took over the former Tall Henry space in Kent Town.
Opening its doors in March, the once mechanic workshop has been transformed into a lofty space, with an industrial fit-out and sleek furnishings. From quick bites to long lunches and sweet treats, Loxley is the perfect place to perch after shopping in the CBD or catching up with mates.
Slinging fresh sarnies and salads, Loxley champions locally sourced South Australian produce throughout their menu. For sweet tooth South Australians, the café also stocks Abbotts and Kinney’s fluffy pastries for you to indulge in.
Brought to you by the team behind Attaboy (who also happens to be next door!), owner Robby Lippett has poured lots of love into his new neighbour.
Find Loxley at 20 The Parade West, Kent Town. Read about them here.
Lockwood General
The crew behind CBD’s beloved Peter Rabbit and hot spot Bloom opened yet another café this year, with The Lockwood General in Burnside opening in March.
The new spot sits in a heritage-listed building, in what was formerly an 1800’s general store, from which it gets its title, Lockwood General. Co-owner Adam Robinson says the location inspired not only the name, but also the space’s close-knit feel.
Harnessing its history, Lockwood General has created a general store feel, making pickles, perseveres and jams for brunch-goers to purchase. These homemade small batch goods are then intertwined throughout the venue’s brunch offerings, share plates and cocktails, featuring a house-made eggplant relish on charred Turkish bread, shared burrata with homemade pickled apricot jam and a fruity apricot jam-based cocktail.
Other favourite dishes include gingerbread granola with puffed grains, quinoa, yoghurt, honey and homegrown marigold leaves (a dish Robinson describes as a “warm hug from nanna”), and chunks of avo on seeded rye with whipped feta, black lime, macadamia, and green chilis.
The fit out also conjures up an old-fashioned general store, but with a very modern upgrade. It has shelves packed with ferments, coffee, liquor bottles, and knickknacks, and a sleek wood bar.
Find Lockwood General at 35 High Street, Burnside. Read more about them here.
Luna
A light, bright new cafe burst onto the vibrant Adelaide’s CBD scene, with Luna opening its brick and mortar store on Pulteney Street.
Created by long time friends Olga Baranova and Marina Tazhdynova, the talented duo brought their talents and experience from their times as a pastry chef to the Playford Hotel and co-owning Bibliotheca bar respectively.
Dishing up brunch and breakfast favourites with a twist, where you’ll be able to dig into a classic smashed avocado toast or treat yourself to a delightful chilli crab scramble. Harnessing her innate talent to create light, fluffy and buttery pastry Olga creates incredible treats to indulge in while you drink your coffee.
If you’re more in the lunching mood, there are ample options to pick from, with gnocchi, dumplings and more on the menu. Luna also doubles as a wine bar by night, transforming into a cosy place to enjoy a glass of SA wine or a delicious house-made cocktail.
Find Luna at 449a Pulteney Street, Adelaide 5000. Read more about them here.
High Tide
Let us introduce you to High Tide, the dog-friendly cafe in Semaphore that is located mere meters from the beach.
When owner Michael Cotton decided to buy the cafe formerly known as Whipped Bake Bar Cafe, he had a clear goal in mind: to mix it up, to revamp, and to attract a new demographic of patrons.
With the help of local business The Lane Flower Studio, the cafe has become a beautiful oasis and Michael says he wants the vibe to be ‘sunny 365 days a year.’ Along with the renovation has come a revamped menu which Michael says ‘will appeal to younger people with a wider palate,’ with vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options on offer.
One look at High Tide’s Insta will have you salivating over delicious-looking dishes like poached eggs, fritters and plenty of local produce.
Coffee lovers will also rejoice at High Tide with specialty coffee on offer, as the flagship store for Single O Coffee Roast. Cold batch, cold brew and other specialties are available and will fire you up for your beach walk along the lovely Semaphore Esplanade, a mere 500 metres away.
High Tide is at 35 Semaphore Road, Semaphore. Read more here.
Coffee in Common
Relocating from their original home in Melbourne, Dos (Davide) and Sean, the mates behind Coffee in Common, have set up shop in the quaint Adelaide hot spot of Hindmarsh.
While Sean was building Coffee in Common in Essendon, Dos honed his skills at popular cafes such as T BAR and Abbots and Kinney, often visiting Melbourne to learn the art of roasting with Sean at Bureaux Collective while helping out at Coffee in Common before its Adelaide relocation.
Taking up shop in the bones in the shop of an old car detailer, Coffee in Common has a clean and crisp space with a minimalist aesthetic featuring low seating and a sleek island bar serving up an array of hot and fresh coffee with a ‘brunchy’ menu to match.
Head chef Dieter has used his wealth of knowledge from previous experience at Adelaide Oval and Elementary Coffee to give a unique twist to the wholesome food on offer. From loaded brioche bacon and egg rolls to “big boi” full breakfasts and Belgium style waffles, there’s something for every brunch taste at Coffee in Common.
Find Coffee in Common at 7 Bacon St, Hindmarsh SA 5007. Read more about them here.
Yolk
Yolk Cafe, brought to you by Zac Mucklow, opened in early February – and it’s proving to be a popular new coffee and brunch hotspot situated minutes from the CBD.
The light and bright contemporary space is located on bustling North-East Road, and Yolk Cafe has curated a loyal fanbase slwith its trendy interior and vibrant food. The menu is diverse and filled with fun flavours, dishing up Gingerbread Coffee Waffles, a Tuna Poke Bowl and a Chicken Katsu Sando.
With a focus on local SA produces Yolk is adamant about working with local suppliers like McLaren Vale’s coffee roasters Dawn Patrol. What better way to show the state’s hospitality sector than tucking into mouth-watering food and piping hot coffee that champions how great SA is.
With a seating space of up to 100 people including their alfresco dining area, Yolk is the idyllic, versatile hang out spot conveniently parked just outside Adelaide City.
Yolk Cafe is located at 42 North East Road, Walkerville. Read about them here.
Community @ Lot Fourteen
The restored Sheridan building of Lot Fourteen is now home to Community, a café-by-day and bar-by-night. True to its name, the eatery has built a strong community since opening in March – fostered through their great team, space and of course, coffee.
The venue, an octagonal-shaped former kiosk on North Terrace, is great spot for morning coffee and a healthy lunch, doubling as a wine bar by night. Led by manager Brett Hicks-Maitland and executive chef Sam Worrall-Thompson, Community serves up coffees, breakfast, lunch, and small plates at dinner.
The menu is ever-changing and seasonal, from eggplant soba noodles to açai bowls, poached chicken salad with green chilli dressing and a classic bacon and egg roll – there’s something that will tickle all taste buds starring on the revolving list.
Find Community at Lot Fourteen, North Terrace. Read about them here.
Thiele’s Shop
Tucked away in the heart of the stunning historic Adelaide Hills town of Hahndorf lies Thiele’s Shop, South Australia’s latest spot for all things breakfast, brunch and natural wines.
Completing renovations earlier this year, the cosy place is full of heart and character, offering an array of food and drinks that champions local and seasonal ingredients, as well as quality beans by De Groot coffee.
Thiele’s is the brainchild of the experienced British sommelier Thom Adams, who has worked in Britain, Germany and the Adelaide Hills, currently at Manon Farm. Now he’s taken to the café scene to bring South Australians the best in organic produce and natural wines.
Treat yourself to a tipple of organic wine or a slice of delicious babka bread and a hot coffee or pick up some local goodies from the provisions store– with the shop having something for everyone, no matter the mood.
Find them at 100B Mount Barker Rd, Hahndorf SA 5245. Read about them here.
Consider this our early Christmas gift to you, because you now have an array of incredible new places to check out and support in 2022 – how lucky are we Adelaide.
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