Finding the time to try four different restaurants can take weeks of planning. But with Neighbourhood Events Co’s Wine N’ Dine afternoon this August, you will be able to try four East End venues, with dishes and wine paring planned for you. All you need to do is secure your ticket.
The self-guided progressive long lunch is available for one day only, inviting guests to sip and stroll through the precinct, stopping at local restaurants for a signature dish paired with a South Australian wine at each venue.
Guests are split into four groups, with each group starting at a different venue before rotating through all four stops. While every ticket includes the same four restaurants, the order and dishes vary keeping diners the on their toes.
From European-inspired bistros to Southeast Asian flavours, every stop brings a different menu, atmosphere and pairing to the table. It is an easy way to discover several of the East End’s dining spots without making four separate bookings.
Here’s what’s on the menu…
Paper Tiger
Featuring Whistler Wines
Where: 285 Rundle St, Adelaide SA 5000
Images: Paper Tiger/Website
Paper Tiger brings aromatic, bold flavours with colourful share plates and punchy cocktails to the East End. Their menu fuses the cuisines of Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia and Singapore. Depending on your group’s rotation, you may be treated to dishes such as crispy king oyster mushrooms, prawn toast or a rich yet light peanut butter chocolate flourless cake. Owner Karl says Whistler Wines’ Rosé is the perfect match for their bold, often spicy flavours, with playful fruity notes that help balance each dish.
OZIN Restaurant
Featuring Mt Bera Vineyards
Where: 6 East Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000
Images: OZIN/Website
OZIN Restaurant oozes heritage charm with modern accents, set within a beautifully restored heritage building on East Terrace. Aromas of charcoal-fired cooking, warming spices and slow-roasted meats waft through the air from the open kitchen, setting the tone for a menu centred around bold and rich flavours. Owner Neeraj says Mt Bera’s wine being fresh and elegant, will provide the perfect contrast to OZIN’s rich, smoky menu.
Monica Bistro
Featuring Vinteloper Wine
Where: 14 East Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000
Images: Monica Bistro/Website
Once you step inside Monica Bistro you’re instantly transported to a moody, Hong Kong-inspired dining room that feels worlds away from the bustle outside. With warm lighting and intimate seating, the East End venue creates a mood that feels both exciting and familiar. Paired with Vinteloper’s expressive wines, each course will strike a balance between richness and freshness, with the wine’s bright acidity complementing Monica Bistro’s spice-led menu.
Mother Vine Wine Bar
Featuring In Praise of Shadows Wine
Where: 22/26 Vardon Ave, Adelaide SA 5000
Images: Mother Vine/Website
Known for its exposed-brick and cozy ambiance, Mother Vine has become a cornerstone of the East End’s food and wine scene. It houses a relaxed yet sophisticated dining experience, tying together seasonal, European-inspired dishes in a space designed for conversation and memorable meals. Mother Vine is showcasing In Praise of Shadows wine, a McLaren Vale winery that favours freshness and finesse, paring nicely with Mother Vine’s hearty dishes.
Whether you’re catching up with friends, planning a date or looking for a fresh way to experience the city’s dining scene, Wine N’ Dine is giving you an afternoon to discover new favourites and enjoy one of Adelaide’s most vibrant food precincts.
WINE N’ DINE
Where: Adelaide’s East End
When: 8 August 12pm – 3:30pm
Find out more here, tickets available now.
