South Australia is home to some of the most impressive and luxurious supermarkets you’ll find anywhere in the world. Showcasing the state’s renowned fresh produce, these stores are redefining the everyday grocery run by bringing contemporary innovation into the humble retail experience.
Here is your guide to the 7 best.
Frewville Foodland IGA
Frewville Foodland IGA is no stranger to the big stage, after numerous awards for its deli and bakery departments, it’s an easy go-to if you’re after a boujee supermarket shop. Frewville Foodland IGA offers the complete package of a progressive and intuitive grocery retailing approach to its community. From the in-store piano player and cooking demonstrations to beautiful live plants growing on its exterior, the supermarket has created a unique shopping experience for its customers.
As part of the group’s direction, they introduced the Mr. Nick’s Kitchen & Coffee Bar restaurant in 2016. Creating a union between shopping and food appreciation to encourage clients to enjoy their precincts, create a vibe and showcase signature products and brands.
Frewville Foodland IGA
Where: 177 Glen Osmond Road, Frewville, SA 5063
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Pasadena Foodland
Pasadena Foodland is one of South Australia’s finest and most awarded supermarkets. Create a culinary experience with the stacked herbs and spices from the authentic spice bar, curate the perfect charcuterie board with the selection of national and international cheeses, and fill your basket with fresh produce, meat, bakery and organics. Being only a short 10 minutes south of the city, Pasadena Foodland is a thriving hub of all things food, drinks, retail and community.
Pasadena Foodland
Where: 20 Fiveash Dr, Pasadena SA 5042
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Brighton Foodland
Located in the heart of Brighton, this Foodland is bringing customers a range of locally grown produce and goods, intertwined with old and new favourites. Brighton Foodland won the South Australian Supermarket of the Year award, back-to-back in 2020 and 2021, highlighting their commitment to bringing new tastes and products that help keep Brighton Foodland at the leading edge of contemporary supermarkets.
Brighton Foodland
Where: 525 Brighton Rd, South Brighton SA 5048
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Saints Road Foodland
Established in 2019, Saints Road Foodland quickly garnered acclaim for its commitment to showcasing the finest South Australian produce, alongside a commitment to unparalleled customer service, all within a state-of-the-art retail environment.
Its multi-million-dollar fit-out set a new standard in supermarket aesthetics and functionality. The store boasts an array of features, including an expansive curated cheese bar, an internal café and bakery, an onsite butcher, and a selection of charcuterie and small goods, as well as a tempting seafood offering.
The establishment also clinched the prestigious title of IGA International Retailer of the Year. This remarkable achievement was celebrated amidst a glittering ceremony held in Las Vegas on March 11th, 2024, where the store stood out among its global counterparts for its outstanding contributions to the IGA brand.
Saints Road Foodland
Where: 1792 Main N Rd, Salisbury Plain SA 5109
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Barossa Fresh Co-op
Located in the heart of Nuriootpa, the Barossa Fresh Co-op is Australia’s largest and longest-running retail cooperative. Established in 1944 as a simple general store, now 80 years on, Barossa Fresh has been independently providing members with a tailored supermarket experience since parting ways with Foodland in 2021.
2016 saw construction on the brand-new, market-style Barossa Fresh. The spacious store is filled with a cheese room, a butcher, a cafe, a bakery and a florist, making it the perfect one-stop shop as you pass through the Barossa. Designed with the customer’s needs and wants in mind, the space now accommodates an abundance of local produce and a social, community-style set-up.
In 2021, seven departments of the supermarket were announced as finalists in the Metcash State Awards. These included Bakery, Deli, Meat, Fresh produce and Dairy/Freezer. The store was also nominated for Store of the Year.
Barossa Fresh Co-op
Where: 1 Murray St, Nuriootpa, SA 5355
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Fulham Gardens Drakes
At Fulham Gardens Drakes, generational passion for community shines through. Get transported to the Mediterranean with the in-store Gelato bar. La Gelateria Autentica serves up a family of authentic Italian gelato flavours imported directly from Italy and made fresh in-store. Otherwise, grab fresh salads, soups, sandwiches and hot meals from the Little Kitchen, and house-made pasta at Nonna’s Pasta. Paired with an array of fresh local produce, delicatessen, and bakery, Drakes at Fulham Gardens is a gourmet lover’s delight!
Fulham Gardens Drakes
Where: Cnr Tapleys Hill Rd and Valetta Rd, Fulham Gardens SA 5024
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McLaren Vale Foodland
This shop sits at the epicentre of McLaren Vale, where it frequently holds cheese and gourmet food samplings to perfectly complement the array of wines crafted in the nearby area. Additionally, it boasts a dedicated sushi bar with a skilled chef, an expansive selection of gourmet meats, antipasti, and candied fruits, as well as a diverse assortment of gluten-free, health-conscious, and lifestyle products.
McLaren Vale Foodland
Where: 120 Main Road, McLaren Vale, SA, 5171
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