Dine Like a Celeb at These A-List-Approved Adelaide Restaurants
From Katy Perry to Novak Djokovic, celebs can't get enough of our foodie scene.
When an A-list star touches down in Adelaide, they’re heading for heritage-listed hotspots, standout brunch spots, and luxe hillside retreats, and wherever they eat, stay, or play is guaranteed to make headlines and land straight on fans’ must-visit lists.
So, if you want to create your own celeb-inspired itinerary, keep reading as we round up the A-list-approved Adelaide restaurants adored by Hollywood’s glitterati.
Africola
Africola has been putting Adelaide on the global foodie map for years. Indie folk band, Bon Iver came for the South-African-inspired flavours in 2023, Trevor Noah stopped by while touring in 2024, and Katy Perry even dined here with Diplo back in 2014. Tennis legend Novak Djokovic? Yep, he’s been here too. Chef Duncan Welgemoed’s wood-fire grill, bold spices, and Feed Me tasting menus make this heritage-listed hotspot the peak of Adelaide celebrity dining.
4 East Terrace, Adelaide
Bloom
When Tate McRae rolled into Adelaide on tour in 2024, she made a pit stop at Bloom, the all-day brunch and lunch spot everyone’s talking about. The Kid LAROI tagged along, reconnecting with the city where he went to school. Think a converted tram-barn along the River Torrens/Karrawirra Parri, seasonal dishes, fire-cooked brunch vibes, and garden seating that’s just made for celeb snap-worthy moments.
38 Winwood Street, Thebarton
Magill Estate Restaurant
Ahead of his sold-out show at Adelaide Oval, Ed Sheeran made a stylish pit stop at Magill Estate Restaurant. Nestled on the historic Penfolds grounds, the fine-dining destination is famed for modern Australian cuisine, seasonal menus, and exceptional wine pairings. With sweeping vineyard views and an effortlessly refined vibe, we can’t think of a better way to fuel up before hitting the stage.
Fugazzi Bar and Dining Room
Nigella Lawson was here in 2024, she Instagrammed it, and yes… she went full “fortifying feast” mode with a tomahawk steak, anchovy hollandaise, chips, and salad on the side. Fugazzi Bar and Dining Room, run by MasterChef winner Laura Sharrad, is where contemporary Italian gets a bold, lively Adelaide twist.
27 Leigh Street, Adelaide
Hardy’s Verandah
Bridgerton’s Nicola Coughlan escaped to Sequoia Lodge in the Adelaide Hills in June, sharing swoon-worthy snaps from her stay. The adults-only retreat offers panoramic valley views, fireplaces in every open-plan suite, and fine dining at Hardy’s Verandah that screams South Australian produce done luxuriously. From hillside serenity to next-level meals, it’s easy to see why Sequoia is the Hills’ go-to for elevated accommodation and dining experiences.
1 Mawson Drive, Crafers
Station Road
South Australian-born actor Teresa Palmer celebrated her fifth baby in style at Station Road in July — and shared the magic on Instagram. This chic, French-inspired brasserie in Festival Tower is polished yet relaxed, with a marble bar, wine vault, and alfresco piazza seating. Seasonal South Australian produce gets the European treatment here, making it a perfect backdrop for life’s big (and beautifully photogenic) moments.
1 Station Road, Adelaide
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Several high-profile names have dined across the city in recent years. Africola has hosted Bon Iver, Trevor Noah, Katy Perry and Novak Djokovic. Bloom welcomed Tate McRae and The Kid LAROI, while Nigella Lawson dined at Fugazzi Bar and Dining Room. Ed Sheeran stopped at Magill Estate Restaurant ahead of his Adelaide Oval show, and Teresa Palmer celebrated a family milestone at Station Road. These venues span fine dining, brunch and contemporary Italian, reflecting the range of Adelaide’s celebrity-approved dining scene.
Ed Sheeran visited Magill Estate Restaurant on the historic Penfolds grounds ahead of his sold-out Adelaide Oval show. The fine-dining venue is known for modern Australian cuisine, seasonal menus and wine pairings, set against sweeping vineyard views. It’s a fitting pre-show stop for a performer wanting a refined but relaxed meal before heading to the stage. The restaurant sits within one of Adelaide’s most recognised wine heritage sites, adding to its appeal for visiting artists and touring musicians.
Sequoia Lodge in the Adelaide Hills has welcomed guests including Bridgerton actor Nicola Coughlan, who shared photos from her stay in June. The adults-only retreat offers panoramic valley views and fireplaces in every open-plan suite, with fine dining available on-site at Hardy’s Verandah. The pairing of hillside seclusion and elevated South Australian produce has made it a go-to choice for visitors seeking a private, luxury escape close to Adelaide
Visiting celebrities in Adelaide have gravitated toward a mix of fine dining, contemporary brasseries and produce-focused restaurants rather than one single style. Venues with a strong sense of place, whether through heritage buildings, vineyard settings or riverside locations, tend to feature most often. Many of the spots favoured by celebrities also carry local credibility, having been established by well-known chefs or built around South Australian produce. This suggests visiting stars are seeking out authentic local experiences over generic luxury dining.
Adelaide’s dining scene has built a reputation for high-quality produce, distinctive venues and a slower, more private pace than larger capital cities, which appeals to visiting public figures. Touring musicians and actors passing through for shows, press or personal travel often seek out restaurants with strong reputations rather than tourist-heavy spots. South Australia’s wine regions, heritage architecture and produce-driven kitchens give the city a point of difference. As more celebrity visits are shared on social media, Adelaide’s profile as a dining destination continues to grow.
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