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What’s Open in Adelaide on ANZAC Day
Whether you’re chasing a slow brunch, a long lunch or drinks that roll into the evening, here’s what’s open in Adelaide when everything else feels closed.
Whether you’re easing into a slower start or planning a full day out, ANZAC Day in Adelaide brings a slightly different rhythm. On Saturday, April 25th, many doors may close for the morning, but come midday, the city begins to stir — with cafes pouring coffee, kitchens firing up, and bars ready to welcome you in.
From long brunches and laid-back lunches to cocktails that carry you into the evening, we’ve rounded up what’s open in Adelaide on ANZAC Day. Consider this your go-to guide for what’s worth stepping out for.
In This Guide:
What’s Open in Adelaide: Cafes
Shadow Baking
If a public holiday isn’t complete without something freshly baked, Shadow Baking is where it’s at. With its North Adelaide outpost open from 7am to 2pm and Glenelg doors from 6am to 2.30pm, it’s your early-start hero for grab-and-go goodness. Swing by for a quick pick-me-up or settle in and savour something slow — either way, consider your pastru cravings handled.
Glenelg & North Adelaide
Two Sisters Cafe
Two Sisters Cafe is open this public holiday, serving up modern Japanese-inspired brunch and lunch alongside delicious Single O coffee. Dive into a selection of fresh pastries from Clara Cakes and Fold, plus cakes from Nature’s Basket, all in a relaxed, sunlit space perfect for catching up with friends.
68B Woodville Rd, Woodville South
Morning Bagels
If this public holiday calls for something carb-loaded and wildly satisfying, Morning Bagels has you covered. The Jetty Road newcomer that’s been drawing queues since day one is keeping things deliciously simple — open early from 6am ‘til sold out (so yes, the early bird wins here).
7/1 Colley Terrace, Glenelg
Hello Neighbour / Artusi Gnoccheria
A day-to-night chameleon in Hyde Park, this spot flips the switch as the sun sets. By morning, it’s Hello Neighbour — your go-to for coffee, brunch, and easy daytime bites. On Saturday night, it transforms into Artusi Gnoccheria, dishing up pillowy house-made gnocchi and cosy Italian plates for a more indulgent evening.
Open 7am-3pm, then 5.30pm-9pm, it’s perfect for everything from lazy brunches to pasta-fuelled dinners.
Sitchu tip: the pork belly salad is brunch perfection, while the beef ragu gnocchi literally melts in your mouth.
150a King William Road, Hyde Park
Doozy
Doozy in Brighton is open this public holiday — 6.30 am start, 3pm finish — serving breakfast done right. Think toasted jaffles, fresh pastries, hearty bites and Kindred Coffee in a cafe that feels like home.
2/49 Jetty Road, Brighton
SANI Bakehouse
Open Saturday 8am to 1pm, SANI Bakehouse is your go-to for morning treats in North Adelaide. Go for the pastries and stay for the expertly brewed coffee or matcha on the terrace or to take away.
88 O’Connell Street, North Adelaide
Yuna
Public holiday brunch just got a Japanese twist at Yuna Cafe. Sip ONA coffee, matcha, or Hōjicha while digging into spicy ramen, eggplant katsu sando, or dirty fries smothered in tonkatsu sauce and kewpie mayo. Save room for the matcha Shokupan with fresh strawberries — yes, it’s as good as it sounds.
Open 8am to 2pm, it’s your westside go-to for something a little different.
7/34 Henley Beach Road, Mile End
Bottega Bandito
Mornings are better with Bottega Bandito. The Sitchu Awards 2025 winner, is known for their legendary sandos, but their brunch and coffee might just become your long-weekend obsession. Open 8am to 3pm on James Place and in Prospect — your public holiday fuel is sorted.
Prospect & Adelaide
Cottage Kitchen
A North Adelaide staple that quietly saves many a public holiday, Cottage Kitchen is one of those rare all-day spots that keeps things simple and consistent. Blending cafe ease with restaurant-style dishes, the menu leans into comforting classics with a modern edge — think generous breakfasts, casual lunches and easy dinners. It’s the kind of reliable go-to you’ll be grateful for when everything else is closed.
198 Tynte Street, North Adelaide
Meccanica
Known for its authentic Neapolitan wood-fired pizzas and stacked breakfast sandos, Meccanica is a true all-day favourite in Bowden. Start early with a strong coffee and brekky hit (plus those wood-fired sandos worth crossing town for), then circle back later for their signature pizzas once the ovens fire up again in the evening. No surcharge, no fuss, open from 7am.
2 Hawker Street, Bowden
Peter Rabbit
A whimsical garden escape tucked just off Hindley Street, Peter Rabbit is a go-to for relaxed brunches with a side of sunshine. Think leafy courtyards, rustic seating and a menu packed with colourful, produce-driven dishes alongside great coffee and playful drinks. Open 8am–3pm, making it a reliable pick for a morning coffee or lazy lunch.
234-244 Hindley Street, Adelaide
Yuku Do
Open 8.30 am – 3 pm (kitchen closes 2.30 pm), Yuku Do is the CBD spot for Japanese vibes on the go. Grab dessert sandos, onigiri or a coconut matcha cloud, or swing by for a quick coffee hit.
252 Hindley Street, Adelaide
What’s Open in Adelaide: Restaurants
Bridgewater Inn
Bridgewater Inn has the public holiday in the hills sorted. Think all-day dining, and plenty of spots to settle in by Cox Creek. Open 10am -12am, Live tunes run most of the day, paired with classic pub fare and cocktails that keep the weekend flowing.
Sitchu tip: Pups are welcome in the beer garden — and yes, there’s a menu for them too.
387 Mount Barker Road, Bridgewater
Osteria Oggi
Osteria Oggi is open 11.30am to 10pm this public holiday. Enjoy stylish Italian dining in the heart of the city, with cobblestone floors, moody lighting, and intimate booths. Savour contemporary takes on traditional dishes, and book the private cellar for a wine-filled feast. It’s the destination for a weekend pasta and wine.
76 Pirie Street, Adelaide
Paper Tiger
Paper Tiger in the East End is open 10pm-12pm, bringing Southeast Asian flavours and a buzzing, neon-lit atmosphere to your weekend. Sit down for a bottomless brunch or enjoy a cocktail or two over their bold new menu.
285 Rundle Street, Adelaide
Fugazzi
Fugazzi on Leigh Street is open this public holiday. Think velvet booths, marble tables, and Italian plates made for sharing over wine and laughter. Cosy up, indulge in oysters, gnocco fritto, and creative pastas, and soak up the decadent vibes 11.30 am to 11pm.
27 Leigh Street, Adelaide
Restaurant Botanic
Spend this public holiday in the gardens — quite literally. Set within the lush surrounds of the Botanic Garden, Restaurant Botanic is open from 12pm with a series of thoughtfully timed sittings. Expect its signature multi-course experience, where native ingredients and hyper-seasonal produce are transformed into something quietly spectacular. Choose from a Chef’s Table reservation, lunchtime Core Menu or Dining Room reservation.
Adelaide Botanic Garden, Plane Tree Drive, Adelaide
Bandit Pizza & Wine
If your public holiday plans call for something fun, loud, and a little bit different, Bandit Pizza & Wine delivers. This Hyde Park favourite puts a playful spin on classic pizzas — think unexpected flavour combos (yes, even kimchi-topped creations) alongside a rotating wine list and a buzzing, neighbourhood feel. It’s casual but considered, with a menu designed for sharing and long, laughter-filled dinners. Open 5pm-10pm.
248 Unley Road, Hyde Park
What’s Open in Adelaide: Bars
Dolly
Open from 12pm ‘til late, this Unley gem brings the perfect mix of sass and sophistication, with a sleek concrete bar and a cocktail list worth lingering over (the Limoncello Spritz and Cosmopolitan are failsafe favourites). Equal parts date-night darling and low-key late-night haunt, Dolly has your public holiday drinks covered.
246 Unley Road, Unley
Soda Rooftop
Sitting pretty atop the George Hotel, Soda Rooftop pairs sweeping 360° views of the sea and rolling hills with a calm, coastal aesthetic made for lingering. Open from 12pm, expect contemporary Australian plates, handcrafted cocktails, and a wine list worth settling into. Whether it’s a relaxed afternoon or a lively evening, this is public holidays, elevated.
Sitchu tip: Bookings are encouraged.
1 Colley Terrace, Glenelg
East End Cellars
Part wine bar, part restaurant, part institution — East End Cellars has long been one of Adelaide’s most dependable spots for a good time. Tucked just off Rundle Street, it’s known for its extensive wine selection (think thousands of bottles) paired with a sharp, ever-evolving menu of share plates and brasserie-style dishes. Come for a long lunch that turns into drinks, or settle in for an evening of people-watching in the East End. Open 12pm-11.30pm this public holiday, it’s exactly the kind of lively, low-commitment venue you want in your back pocket.
25 Vardon Avenue, Adelaide
28 Jetty Road, Glenelg
What’s Open in Adelaide: Wineries & Distilleries
LOT 100
If your public holiday plans call for something a little more expansive, LOT.100 delivers the ultimate all-in-one escape from 11am-5pm. Set in the heart of the Adelaide Hills, this sprawling destination is far more than a cellar door — it’s a celebration of South Australia’s best food and drink producers in one seriously good-looking space.
Home to The Hills Cider Company, Mismatch Brewing, 78° Distillery and Ashton Valley Fresh, LOT.100 brings together cider, beer, spirits and fresh local produce under one roof, making it easy for everyone in the group to find their thing.
68 Chambers Road, Hay Valley
Home of Plenty
If you’re feeling like heading a little further afield this public holiday, Home of Plenty is well worth the detour. Open from 11am -5pm, this sun-drenched cellar door on the Fleurieu Peninsula pairs small-batch, hand-crafted wines with an effortlessly relaxed, design-forward setting — think rustic stone, modern Mediterranean touches, and vineyard views made for lingering.
261 Myrtlegrove Road, Currency Creek
Fleurieu Gin
Set against the rolling hills of the Fleurieu Peninsula, Fleurieu Gin is your public holiday escape for sun-soaked tastings, relaxed outdoor seating, and small-batch gin magic. Sit down for a long lunch, or pair your gin flight with casual bites, they’re open 11am-6pm, so that you can make a day of it on the peninsula.
464 Forktree Road, Wattle Flat
Cobbs Hill Estate
Cobbs Hill Estate is serving up relaxed Hills vibes, delicious eats, and plenty of clinking glasses all day long. Kick back with a long lunch in the Terrace Restaurant or grab a spot in the garden for pinsas, wine paddles, cocktails, and lawn games. And don’t miss the afternoon live tunes — perfect for sipping and stretching out the public holiday magic.
382 Swamp Road, Oakbank
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