Fugazzi by Jonathon VDK
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
Africola: The east end’s Africola combines fire, flavour, smoke and spice, bringing African-inspired dishes to Adelaide. Africola is open until 11pm, everyday but Sunday.
Fugazzi Bar & Dining room: A luxurious New York inspired Italo-American bar & dining room located on Leigh Street. Open 7 days, from 11:30am to late.
Olive Restaurant: Located on Pirie St this Mediterranean gem is perfect for a late night dinner. They are open until 11pm Monday to Thursday, and until 12pm on Friday and Saturday.
Osteria Oggi: Also located on Pirie St, Osteria Oggi is an iconic Adelaide establishment serving up delicious Italian food. They’re open daily until 11pm.
Shobosho: Located on Leigh Street is Shobosho, Shobosho your one-stop destination for the ancient traditions of Japanese yakitori. Open seven days a week until late.
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 delicious Indian meal? Try Chakna Tandoori Bites on Rundle Street for a unique fusion of classic tandoori dishes and contemporary tapas-style bites. Open Monday to Thursday from 5pm until 11pm and Fridays and weekends until 12am, Chakna offers a fresh take on traditional Indian dining with a modern nightlife scene.
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, but Wednesdays. That Restaurant on Gouger Street serves up authentic Chinese Sichuan cuisine with a spicy kick!
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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