Book a Table at the Best New Restaurants in Adelaide in 2025

Adelaide’s dining scene is cooking up a storm in 2025… and it’s only March! Continuing to define itself as a world-class destination for fabulous feeds, sumptuous cocktails and sleek, stylish spaces begging to be photographed, your next night out has never looked so promising, with a new favourite waiting to be found. Discover the latest restaurants to open in the city and beyond, from modern dining rooms calling for celebrations or a fancy date night, to trendy casual eateries perfect for a lunchtime catchup.

These must-visit eateries serve bold flavours, creative drinks, impressive wine lists (this is South Australia, after all) and seriously chic vibes, with something to suit every palate, event and craving. Ready to find a new go-to? Here are the best new restaurants to open in Adelaide in 2025. Bon appetit!

Best New Restaurants in Adelaide 2025

Monica

Monica is a funky new East Asian bistro and cocktail bar that brings the vibrant nightlife of 1980s and 90s Hong Kong to Adelaide’s East End! Now open at 14 East Terrace—just in time for a pre-or-post-fringe bev—Monica combines innovative East Asian fusion dishes with an intriguing cocktail menu crafted from traditional Asian ingredients.

The brainchild of Ben Liew and Karl Tang, owners of Makan, Monica features small plates like Wagyu beef tartare and typhoon shelter king oyster mushrooms, alongside creative drinks like mango sticky rice milk punch and pandan cream foam highballs. With moody neon lighting and vinyl records spinning, Monica promises a fabulous night that feels a world away from Adelaide.

14 East Terrace, Adelaide

Satang Waymouth

A bold modern Thai restaurant has touched down in the CBD, in the form of Satang Waymouth. Open Monday to Saturday, this eatery is fast making an impression with its vibrant digs and authentic cuisine providing a taste of Bangkok in Adelaide. Whether you pop by for the $12.90 lunchtime special or stay a little longer come dinner, you’ll need a minute to choose between flavour-packed rice and noodle dishes, signature plates of meat served with rice and classic stir-fries and curries. Modern interiors and friendly service only add to the appeal!

24 Waymouth Street, Adelaide

OZIN

We’re sensing something here… and it’s that the East End is only continuing to grow as a stellar dining destination in Adelaide. Another new and welcome addition to the buzzing East Terrace overlooking Rundle Park, OZIN blends top-quality South Australian, local produce with global influence and inventive dishes.

Set in a stunning 1920s heritage venue, it is the work of co-owner Neeraj Kumar, whose passion for hospitality and Adelaide is evident in every detail. With Chef Vicky leading the kitchen with her worldly experience spanning India, Germany, Kuwait and Dubai, expect expertly charred meats, exotic flavours and a smoky essence from charcoal cooking. Handcrafted cocktails have been thoughtfully designed to complement your meal, enhancing your experience. All of this within a modern and sleek dining room, mere steps from the action of East End, OZIN raises the bar with its sophisticated setting and premium service.

6 East Terrace, Adelaide

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It’s cute, it’s casual, and it’s got lunch break written all over it. When craving a hearty and filling feed to break up your work day, pick up a pita pocket from the newest (and coolest) kids on the block at East. Conveniently open from 7:00am on weekdays for all your coffee needs, this Mediterranean eatery has us counting down to midday. Ditch the salad and tuna and head to Pirie Street to grab a gourmet lunch in a flash – it’s all about speedy service without compromising on quality here, with all pitas and healthy bowls made to order. The stacked menu combines the best of Lebanese, Middle Eastern and Italian cuisines for a quick bite that hits the spot, every time.

70 Pirie Street, Adelaide

Zayt & Zaatar

Discover a taste of Lebanon in the heart of Adelaide, with Zayt & Zaatar opening a second family-friendly location on Rundle Street. Established in 2016, this restaurant already has a stellar reputation in West Lakes, and we’re thrilled to have the chance to dine on this authentic fare closer to town. The space is warm and inviting, with spices and rich aromas greeting you the moment you step inside. The menu is filled with fuss-free Lebanese feeds that are bound to have you coming back time and time again – think signature mezze and fresh salads to charcoal-grilled meats and sweet or savoury Lebanese pasties. If you’re looking for a unique feast, this is it.

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Mensa Kitchen

We warmly welcome any establishment serving delectable Italian with a modern twist, and Mensa does just that with its elevated flavour profiles, dreamy desserts and stylish surroundings. Exposed brick, terrazzo, earthy tones and textures draw guests in for a memorable meal of Italian staples with an Australian influence.

Think pasta fritta with nduja, honey and mascarpone, zucchini and eggplant scapece with anchovies, pappardelle with rabbit and green olives, and 200-day grain-fed Angus Porterhouse steak. Save room for sweets – we are eyeing the authentic Cannolo alla Siciliana filled with sweet ricotta, cedro citrus, pistachio or chocolate that take this Italian restaurant to the next level.

44 The Parade West, Kent Town

Station Road 

Adelaide’s Festival Plaza welcomed a chic new dining destination in the form of Station Road. In a prime location on the ground floor of Festival Tower by Walker, this central city spot has instantly elevated Adelaide’s booming restaurant offering, with a French-inspired, modern Australian menu.

Led by Head Chef Baine Stubbs (previously of Melbourne’s Vue de Monde) who brings a refined yet unpretentious menu, expect a world-class wine list, a fine dining experience, lobster cannelloni and wagyu 9+ eye fillet. With venue design by Studio Nine Architects, this exquisite space is complete with a striking marble bar, intimate wine bar and alfresco seating. From casual pre-show walk-ins to private events, Station Road promises an unparalleled experience and premium service in the heart of Adelaide.

Festival Plaza, Adelaide

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Writer

Kelly Mills

19 March 2025

A Melbourne native, Kelly has spent the past two years getting well acquainted with her new home in Adelaide—one great glass of wine and even better meal at a time. As Sitchu’s Adelaide Editor, she’s your go-to for the city’s best eats, must-attend events, and hidden gems beyond the CBD. When she’s not rounding up the best of SA, she’s likely at Pilates, exploring a new winery (for research purposes, of course), reading on her Kindle, or out on a long walk with a millennial podcast in her ears.