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Fast food may be speedy, but it doesn’t have to be mass produced or unhealthy.
Bakeries provide comfort and certainty in an increasingly hectic world.They know that if you mix flour, water, salt and yeast, you’ll get a loaf of goodness to carry you through the working week. Whether you’re looking for a sourdough loaf to make epic sandwiches or a cupcake to get you through the afternoon, these local bakers are there for you, always.
Offering everything from candles and homewares to designer accessories.
Where to eat in Adelaide
Adelaideans wept when the old Lucky Lupitas was demolished in 2016, but Lucky’s is back and business is booming
Delicious, unpretentious, affordable Italian food draws a big, enthusiastic crowd. Well, obviously
Sad Café: mending the broken hearts of Adelaide with a ballad of bagels, sandwiches and soy lattes
This cheerful café on Unley Road plates up nourishing breakfasts and wholesome lunches – with or without pickles
A trailblazing Croydon café remains the go-to for good strong coffees, BLTs and shabby chic
The pop-up that won't stop, this patisserie and café is now serving pastries and coffee in permanent digs on Pirie Street
Where to drink in Adelaide
If it isn't your local, you may want to move just for the bar snacks
Let Apothecary soothe your ailments with wine and beautiful surrounds
Get a little Spanish kick with your drink at this tapas lounge bar where cocktails and paella meet Latin dance
You get all types at the Cranker, and that's just how they like it
Places to see live entertainment in Adelaide
Once a famed 70's nightclub, Jive has transformed into a bustling live music space drawing in an array of great upcoming local and international talent.
The Adelaide Showground precinct includes the indoor Adelaide Events and Exhibition Centre (AEEC) and is home to the mega events that roll through town. Think the Royal Show, home, outdoors and sporting expos, food and wine fairs, Big Day Out and other large scale music events.
Operating as a cosy venue for emerging artists, comedians, bands and other creative types, the Rhino Room is as close to a house party as you can get outside of your actual house.
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Adelaide’s pubs, cafés, bakeries and cheap eats have satisfying meals and sinful treats, all for less than a lobster. And when it comes to the bill you can pay with confidence, knowing these venues take American Express.
The bodega (literally translated from Spanish: wine cellar) is where you can grab cured meats, fine cheeses and a bottle of vino to wash them down with. If you’re lucky enough to live near one of these local favourites, they have no minimum spend on card purchases.
What makes a great hotel? In coming up with this list of the best hotels in Adelaide we considered a mix of factors. Good location? Comfy beds? A sweet as rooftop pool? Maybe it's a combo of the three. Luckily Adelaide's practically swimming in great hotels. Whether you're a visitor wanting to stay bang in the centre of town, or a local in search of a cheeky staycation under an hour from the city. From the reliable and affordable to the truly luxurious, these are our picks. We've based our selection on an alchemical mix of value for money, a focus on service and access to amenities. Take a peek of the best hotels in Adelaide below.