Things to Do This Easter Long Weekend in Adelaide

Hot cross buns, chocolate, and a few extra days to unwind — the Easter long weekend in Adelaide is basically an excuse to indulge. We’ve rounded up the best things to do from eats open all weekend, to family fun to make your Easter totally unmissable.

Easter Weekend Adelaide: Cafes

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Two Sisters Cafe

Two Sisters Cafe is open this Easter long weekend, serving up modern Japanese-inspired brunch and lunch alongside delicious Single O coffee. From Friday through Monday, 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 Easter 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 this long weekend — open from 9am ‘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 Good Friday 7am–3pm, Saturday 7am–3pm + 5:30pm–late, and Sunday–Monday 7am–3pm, 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 every day from Good Friday to Easter Monday — 6.30 am start, except Sunday at 7 am to 2pm — 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 all Easter long weekend, SANI Bakehouse is your go-to for morning treats. Don’t miss the festive specials, including strawberry matcha and Pistachio Pappi Easter Sani Bear and a cinnamon scroll hot cross bun, paired with expertly brewed coffee or matcha on the terrace or to take away.

88 O’Connell Street, North Adelaide

Yuna

Easter 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 Friday 7.30 am to 3 pm, Saturday to Sunday 8am to 2 pm, and Monday 7.30 am to 3 pm, it’s your Henley go-to for something a little different.

7/34 Henley Beach Road, Mile End

Bottega Bandito

Easter 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 Friday to Monday, your long weekend 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 café ease with restaurant-style dishes, the menu leans into comforting classics with a modern edge — think generous breakfasts, casual lunches and easy dinners.
Open daily (including Easter), it’s the kind of reliable go-to you’ll be grateful for when everything else is closed.

198 Tynte Street, North Adelaide

Peter Rabbit

A whimsical garden escape tucked just off Hindley Street, Peter Rabbit is a go-to for relaxed Easter 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. Even better, they’re keeping things easy over the long weekend — open 8am–3pm from Friday through to Monday, making it a reliable pick whether you’re planning a Good Friday brunch or a slow Easter Monday catch-up.

234-244 Hindley Street, Adelaide

Yuku Do

Open Friday to Monday, 8.30 am – 3 pm (kitchen closes 2.30 pm), Yuku Do 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

Easter Weekend Adelaide: Restaurants

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Bridgewater Inn

Bridgewater Inn has Easter long weekend in the hills sorted. Think all-day dining, and plenty of spots to settle in by Cox Creek. Tunes run 1 to 5pm daily, with extra sets Friday & Saturday evenings, 5.30 to 9.30pm, 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 all Easter long weekend, from Good Friday to Easter Monday. 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. Open 11.30 am until late — it’s perfect for long weekend pasta and wine.

76 Pirie Street, Adelaide

Paper Tiger

Paper Tiger in the East End is open from Good Friday through to Easter Monday, bringing bold Southeast Asian flavours and a buzzing, neon-lit atmosphere to your long weekend. On Friday and Saturday, enjoy their special seafood set menu, with gluten- and dairy-free options, alongside the regular menu.

285 Rundle Street, Adelaide

Fugazzi

Fugazzi on Leigh Street is open all Easter long weekend. 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 late.

27 Leigh Street, Adelaide

Restaurant Botanic

Spend Easter weekend in the gardens — quite literally. Set within the lush surrounds of the Botanic Garden, Restaurant Botanic is open across the long weekend with a series of thoughtfully timed sittings, from Thursday dinner through to a relaxed Sunday lunch. Expect its signature multi-course experience, where native ingredients and hyper-seasonal produce are transformed into something quietly spectacular. With dappled light, serene views and a sense of occasion built into every detail, this is the kind of booking you plan ahead for.

Adelaide Botanic Garden, Plane Tree Drive, Adelaide

Bandit Pizza & Wine

If your Easter 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. Perfect for a group catch-up over the long weekend — even if you’ve had enough choccy, don’t skip dessert.

248 Unley Road, Hyde Park

Easter Weekend Adelaide: Bars

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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 daily across the Easter long weekend, 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 Easter, 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. Over Easter, it’s exactly the kind of lively, low-commitment venue you want in your back pocket.

25 Vardon Avenue, Adelaide

Molly’s

Staying local this Easter long weekend? Molly’s in Glenelg is open from Good Friday right through to Easter Monday, serving up spritzes, DJs and sun-soaked balcony sessions. The lineup is stacked from start to finish: kick things off with DJs from 6pm on Good Friday, settle in for a saxy brunch from 1.30pm on Saturday followed by DJs until 2am, then roll into Easter Sunday with a live saxophonist from 1.30pm, a buzzing balcony party and late-night DJs. Wrapping things up, Easter Monday brings DJs from 6pm to keep the long weekend vibes going.

28 Jetty Road, Glenelg

Fleurieu Gin

Set against the rolling hills of the Fleurieu Peninsula, Fleurieu Gin is your long-weekend 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 all Easter long weekend, 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 four days of relaxed Hills vibes, delicious eats, and plenty of clinking glasses from Friday to Monday. Kick back with a long lunch in the Terrace Restaurant (hello, Three Course Easter Set Menu) or grab a spot in the garden for pinsas, wine paddles, cocktails, and lawn games — all made for slow, sun-soaked weekends. And don’t miss the live tunes on Saturday and Sunday afternoons — perfect for sipping and stretching out the Easter magic.

382 Swamp Road, Oakbank

Easter Weekend Adelaide: Activities

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Adelaide Zoo

The Adelaide Zoo Easter long weekend is pure family gold: bilby keeper talks, a giant Easter Egg Trail, exclusive Melba’s chocolate giveaways (Easter Sunday only, while stocks last), creative colouring, and chances to snag some seriously sweet prizes. Think wildlife meets whimsy with a generous side of chocolate.

Plane Tree Drive, Adelaide

Adelaide Showgrounds Easter Market

Easter Sunday just got a whole lot tastier. Visit the Adelaide Showgrounds for a relaxed morning of fresh food and family fun with their Easter Trail Hunt. Grab a bag near the Information Stand, follow the Easter signs around the market, and swap your tokens at matching stalls for chocolate treats along the way.

Kids (and adults) can meet the Easter Bunny between 9 to 11am, enjoy live music and face painting, and wander the stalls for all your seasonal favourites — from artisanal pastries to gourmet goodies. It’s an easy-going, chocolate-filled way to spend Easter Sunday.

Goodwood Road, Wayville

Adelaide Easter Carnival

The Adelaide Easter Carnival is back for its second year at Civic Park, running April 2nd to April 6th,10am –10pm daily. Entry is free, but the fun is anything but! Think thrilling rides, classic sideshow alley games, food trucks, vibrant market stalls, and all the Easter extras — face painting, hair braiding, and a magical Easter Egg Hunt. Wrap it all up with fireworks, laughter, and family moments that make Easter long weekend memories last.

995 North East Road, Modbury

Jetty Road Easter Egg Hunt

Kicking off the season early, the Jetty Road Easter Egg Hunt is back by popular demand. Swing by Jimmy Melrose Park on March 28th & 29th, 10am to 5.30pm for a full day of Easter fun by the bay. Meet the Easter Bunny, get creative at the arts and crafts station, and enjoy a bunch of other activities built around the hunt.

Sitchu tip: For the first time, mixed-age sessions let siblings hunt together, but heads-up — no parents allowed.

Jimmy Melrose Park, S Esplanade, Glenelg South

Easter at the Adelaide Central Market

Hop into Easter at Adelaide Central Market with a program made for the whole family. The Kids Easter Trail on April 2nd lets little ones collect chocolate, flavoured milk, and treats while exploring the market. There’s free face painting and live music on Thursday evening, and a craft workshop on Saturday morning to keep the tiny ones busy. Of course, you can grab your Easter essentials too — from house-made hot cross buns and artisanal chocolates to the freshest seasonal produce and local seafood. Open Thursday 7am to 7 pm and Saturday 7 am to 3 pm.

44/60 Gouger Street, Adelaide

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