Picture this: it’s getting late, and you’ve just walked out of the theatre, the opera, or the cinema, after a few hours worth of delighting entertainment in Adelaide. But now, your stomach is rumbling, and you start brainstorming late night dinner spots in the city. The problem is, you can’t think of any, and when you search Google for “food near me”, it doesn’t specify if the restaurants nearby stay open late. You’ve already paid for the babysitter, and you really want to put a bow on your evening out with a delicious, warm meal.
If this rings a bell, we’ve got you covered. Here’s a list of dinner spots around the Adelaide CBD that stay open late to keep your night alive with a tasty meal.
Late night eats around the city
Fugazzi Bar & Dining room: a luxurious New York inspired Italo-American bar & dining room located on Leigh Street. Open 7 days, from 11:30 – late.
Midnight Spaghetti: tucked away above the historic Crown and Anchor hotel on Grenfell Street, Midnight Spaghetti’s fast-paced rock and roll kitchen will also serve you until late in the night, serving food from their full menu until 10:30pm on Wednesdays.
Shobosho: Also located on Leigh Street is Shobosho, Shobosho your one-stop destination for the ancient traditions of Japanese yakitori. Open seven days a week until 10:30pm.
Sunny’s Pizza: Open from 5pm till late seven days a week, Sunny’s is the home of late-night pizza in Adelaide. Dive into delicious dough, DJs, beer and cocktails at 17 Solomon Street.
Da Vinci Ristorante: Serving up wood-fired pizzas & other Italian classics in a laid-back bar with the bonus of outdoor seating, this gem can be found just outside the CBD on O’Connell Street, North Adelaide. Open till 3am seven days a week.
Plus 82 Pocha: Bringing the best of Korean street food to Adelaide’s CBD, you can find Plus 82 Pocha nestled away on Grenfell Street. Open till 1am on Fridays and Saturdays.
Chakna Tandoori Bites: Craving a memorable Indian meal? Try Chakna Tandoori Bites on Rundle Street for a unique fusion of classic tandoori dishes and contemporary tapas-style bites. Open till 11pm from Sunday to Thursday and till 1am on Fridays and Saturdays.
Byblos: Located on O’Connell Street, Byblos is a culinary jewel in Adelaide, bringing authentic Lebanese dining to our vibrant city. Open until midnight from Sunday to Thursday or till 2am on Fridays and Saturdays.
La Trattoria Restaurant & Pizza Bar: An iconic dinner destination for global superstars like Mick Jagger, Jon Bon Jovi, and Michael Hutchinson, this family-run restaurant features a simple dining room and traditional Italian dishes. Commonly referred to as “La Trat”, this Adelaide staple on King William Street is open until 11pm on Fridays and Saturdays.
Gouger Street and Chinatown
The Gouger Street and Chinatown area alone is home to so many late night dinner spots. We thought we’d put them all together in one place for your convenience.
East Taste Cafe: For Chinese and Asian-fusion cuisine in a fully licensed restaurant with a modest vibe and atmosphere, check out East Taste Cafe. Open till 11pm Tuesday to Sunday.
18th Street Hotpot: An iconic staple of Chinatown, 18th Street Hotpot offers a variety of Asian-style hot pot dishes and stir-fries, with a focus on spicy flavours. Open daily till 11:30pm, or midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.
That Restaurant on Gouger: Open till 3am on Fridays and Saturdays or 2am for the rest of the week, That Restaurant on Gouger Street serves up authentic Chinese Sichuan cuisine with a spicy kick!
Ding Hao: For traditional Chinese dishes, hot pots and daily yum cha in a bustling venue with a casual ambiance, try Ding Hao on Wright Street, open till 2am on Fridays and Saturdays and till 1am during the rest of the week.
We reckon there’s probably somewhere on this list that has caught your interest. So next time you’re out on the town, be sure to check out one of these great late night dinner destinations.
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READ MORE: Your guide to the best restaurants in Adelaide’s CBD.