Image: Paloma Bar and Pantry
Peel Street is a go-to for Adelaideans seeking a fun night out with delicious cocktails, delectable food and lively tunes.
If you want to find the heartbeat of the city, or some seriously good bars and restaurants, just take a stroll down the laneway just west of the CBD. It’s vibrant, bustling with excitement and knows how to mix a good drink. With dining spots and bars crowding the destination, Peel Street feels electric come sundown.
Here’s our guide to all things Peel Street!
EAT
BAMBINI
Hearty, family-friendly Italian dishes were a welcome addition to Peel Street when Bambini Cucina opened in June 2020. The menu largely consists of fresh, homemade pasta, and proudly features high-quality local ingredients. While you’re there, check out their wine list for a perfect Italian pairing.
Find Bambini at 6-10 Peel Street, Adelaide.
Bread & Bone
Bread & Bone’s specialty is a classic wood-grilled burger. And boy, they do it well – even winning South Australia’s best burger venue in 2021 and best burger in 2023. Open 7 days a week, these guys should be top of your list if you’re looking for a sensational burger right in the middle of all the action.
Find Bread & Bone at 15 Peel Street, Adelaide.
Gondola Gondola
Gondola Gondola brings a modern Asian twist to the Peel Street district. A paddock-to-plate philosophy is evident throughout the menu, which includes fresh noodle dishes, salads, meat dishes and more. For the full experience, try the family banquet, where you can leave the decisions up to the chef and try a great variety of the most popular dishes.
Find Gondola Gondola at 1 Peel Street, Adelaide.
Hecho En Mexico
Hencho En Mexico is bringing all things margs, tacos and mezcal to Peel Street. Known for its vibrant and authentic Mexican street-style cuisine, HEM has become a notable name in the culinary scene since its inception in Fitzroy in 2013.
Find Hencho En Mexico at 12 Peel St, Adelaide.
Peel St Restaurant
Peel St Restaurant prides itself on its simple, fresh and delicious offerings. Here you will find menu items like fresh seafood and meat, and of course their signature Banana Blossom Salad, all bursting with flavour and leaving you wanting more.
Find Peel St Restaurant at 9 Peel Street, Adelaide.
DRINK
Alfred’s Bar
Alfred’s is a charming bar with a casual, comfortable vibe. Serving local tap and premium beers, SA wines and a classic list of cocktails, this will be your go-to if you enjoy a relaxed night out with great drinks and good vibes.
Find Alfred’s Bar at 14 Peel Street, Adelaide.
Bckyrd
Nothing quite beats the feeling of enjoying a bevvy in the comfort of your backyard, and that’s exactly what Bckyrd offers, bringing you to their place in the CBD. If you’re looking for a spot to have a cheeky boogie with a cocktail in hand, Bckyrd has you covered.
Find BCKYRD at 26 Peel Street, Adelaide.
Clever Little Tailor
From the same team as Pink Moon Saloon and Longplay Bistro, Clever Little Taylor is a warm and inviting bar known for its extensive wine and cocktail lists. Great snacks are also on offer, with the charcuterie boards a perfect accompaniment.
Find Clever Little Tailor at 19 Peel Street, Adelaide.
Girl Next Door
Girl Next Door is a restaurant and bar bringing all the good vibes to Peel Street. With acoustic sets and late-night DJs, this is a venue that transforms from day to night.
Find Girl Next Door at 28 Peel St, Adelaide.
Jane’s Fault
Jane’s Fault is the moody, impressionist-inspired brainchild of interior designer Jane K. The bespoke wine and cocktail bar is serving up bespoke drinks and good vibes in a 20th-century speakeasy style space.
Find Jane’s Fault at 23 Peel Street, Adelaide.
Jennie Wine Bar
Following Peel Street’s classic hole-in-the-wall bar scene, Jennie is a must-see wine bar on the Peel Street block. Green foliage and tangerine lettering running vertically down the small bar contrast strikingly against the charcoal walls as you greet the venue.
Find Jennie Wine Bar at 7 Peel Street, Adelaide.
La Moka
Doubling as a cafe during the day and aperitivo bar by night, La Moka is a chic, cozy space where you’ll find be greeted by classic Italian hospitality. In daylight, you can find coffee and brunch. By night, coffee is only found in espresso martinis, alongside margaritas and negronis.
Find La Moka at 16 Peel Street, Adelaide.
Malt & Juniper
As the name suggests, the guys at Malt and Juniper are about all-things whiskey and gin. You’ll find a huge range of both spirits here, with options hailing from every corner of the globe. You can choose to enjoy them simply, or in one of their many delicious cocktail options.
Find Malt and Juniper at 18 Peel Street, Adelaide.
Maybe Mae
A favourite among Peel Street regulars, Maybe Mae has a focus on local ingredients and an extensive cocktail list that will include something for everyone. You may have to do some digging to find it, though – Maybe Mae has a hidden front door.
Find Maybe Mae in the basement at 15 Peel Street, Adelaide.
Paloma Bar and Pantry
Just next door to La Moka, you’ll find the Mediterranean-inspired Paloma Bar and Pantry. The bar features a grand selection of cocktails, with a fresh and crisp focus. The ‘Paloma’ is certainly worth a try – made using tequila, house-made grapefruit cordial, gin, and prosecco.
Find Paloma Bar and Pantry at 20 Peel Street, Adelaide.
Therapy Cocktail Bar
With over 100 cocktails to choose from, Therapy is a specialty cocktail bar located underground on the Hindley end of Peel Street. Flick through the cocktail list and sip your way through both the classics and maybe something new! After a long week, we could all do with some Therapy.
Find Therapy Cocktail Bar at 2 Peel Street, Adelaide.
There you have it: our go-to guide for Peel Street. Did we miss anything? Email [email protected] to let us know!
