The Most Romantic Restaurants in Adelaide for Date Night

When date night calls, Adelaide answers with picture-perfect venues setting the mood for a memorable evening for two. From five-star fine dining in sky-high restaurants to cosy, intimate corners in chic city wine bars, get ready to be inspired and admired by your significant other for your impressive restaurant-picking skills. 

With a dash of seductive charm and fabulous wine lists and a sprinkling of ambient lighting, here are our picks of the most romantic restaurants in Adelaide, guaranteed to make date night the best night of the week, whether it’s a first date or an overdue night out with your long-term beau. 

La Louisiane 

Descend into the basement of a heritage building and find La Louisiane, a moody brasserie where classic French dishes and some of Adelaide’s best martinis await. It’s a spot for good times, with live jazz on weekends setting the perfect vibe. Enjoy gruyère soufflé, steak tartare, snails with garlicky herbed butter, or the signature burger and fries.

Don’t miss the steak frites with Café de Paris butter, followed by profiteroles—akin to chocolate, pastry, and cream heaven. Pair your meal with their world-class wine list for a top-notch date night. Bon appétit!

89 King William Street, Adelaide  

Ballet Wine Bar 

Date night by the beach? Don’t mind if we do! Jetty Road’s newest gem, Ballet Wine Bar quickly made an impression with effortless, French-inspired interiors and a selection of boutique, old-world, and European wines alongside Australia’s finest interpretations. Owned by hospitality veterans Mike and Mel, Ballet offers a refined yet welcoming atmosphere, perfect for sipping global wines, craft beers, and classic cocktails.

The space exudes old-world charm and modern elegance, with intimate tasting rooms and open windows. Pair your drinks with seasonally curated small plates and bowls of pasta, and look out for exclusive events featuring winemakers and new vintages for a date night with a fun twist. 

29 Jetty Road, Glenelg

Aurora 

Uniquely romantic and oozing sophistication, Aurora blends world-class dining with a commitment to sustainability and local produce. Here, you and your date can indulge in both à la carte and tasting menus that showcase a fusion of diverse cuisines, crafted by a talented team drawing from their rich heritage and experiences. The menu moves with the seasons, giving you a reason to make a second visit to try something new.

63 Light Square, Adelaide

Fugazzi

Dine with your love Italian style at Fugazzi. Cosy up in booth seating, share a bottle of excellent wine and choose from their menu starting with oysters, the famously famed food choice for romance, small plates to share, or reinvent your very own lady and the tramp moment with Fugazzi’s contemporary Italian hand rolled tagliarini with blue swimmer crab. They are open late 7 days a week, so there is no rush for you to cut the night short or ruin the mood.

27 Leigh Street, Adelaide

Press* Food & Wine

Known for a unique and innovative menu designed to share, Press* Food & Wine is a standout for a romantic and elevated evening. A popular spot to enjoy fresh and contemporary cuisine, indulge in the best of South Australia’s seasonal produce with raw scallops with yuzu, hand-chopped steak tartare and the signature Press* burger with shoestring fries. With mood lighting, a sleek bar with ample seating (perhaps a great spot for a first date?) and a prime CBD location, Press* ticks all the boxes.

40 Waymouth Street, Adelaide

Longplay Bistro

A trip to Longplay Bistro is a romantic escape to a quaint European bistro, where traditional favourites meet exceptional fine wines and warm hospitality in a dimly lit, intimate setting. Co-head chefs Jude Hughes and Calum Horn bring a wealth of experience from renowned restaurants like Three Blue Ducks, Summertown Aristologist, and You Beauty, ensuring that every dish is as brilliant as the gorgeous interiors.

This charming bistro is the perfect spot to unwind and reconnect as you enjoy a glass of locally-sourced wine and let the ambience whisk you away from the everyday hustle and bustle.

131 Pirie Street, Adelaide

arkhé

Step into arkhé, where charcoal black walls and brass fixtures set the stage for a truly captivating dining experience. This romantic restaurant caters to couples with a preference for the finer things in life, while intimate booths, spots at the bar and a private outdoor courtyard cater to every vibe.

Savour the allure of open-flame dining with a seasonal menu that encourages sharing small plates, each bursting with bold flavours and textures. Ignite a flirty spark over cocktails and exquisite dishes like succulent scallops, raw kingfish, oysters, and a superb Wagyu selection. No ordinary dining experience, save this one for an extra special celebration.

127 The Parade, Norwood

Luma Restaurant and Bar

Tucked beneath The Playford MGallery, Luma is a striking restaurant and bar highlighting the finest South Australian produce in a refined, European-inspired menu. Indulge in delicately prepared seafood, exquisite vegetarian dishes, and a must-try pan-fried gnocchi.

With a brilliant cocktail list and a sophisticated Art Nouveau-style interior, Luma delights at every turn. The pièce de résistance is an 800m handcrafted lighting sculpture, creating an enchanting atmosphere reminiscent of a Stanley Kubrick film. For a truly romantic dining experience in Adelaide, make a reservation at Luma now, ASAP

120 North Terrace, Adelaide

Penfolds Magill Estate Restaurant

Venture just 15 minutes from the city to discover the ultimate romantic dining experience at Penfolds Magill Estate Restaurant. With breathtaking views, contemporary cuisine, and exceptional service, your meal is paired with an exquisite selection of Penfolds wines from their adjacent cellar door, the spiritual birthplace of renowned Australian winemaking since 1844.

The intimate atmosphere, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing the shimmering city lights, low lighting, and plush red furnishings inspired by their famed Barossa Valley reds, sets the stage for an unforgettable meal.

78 Penfold Road, Magill

Apoteca 

With an old-worldly charm, Apoteca is a food and wine escape, quietly tucked into the party end of Hindley Street. A contemporary twist on a New York brasserie, relax into the elegant yet relaxed ambience with a glass of wine in hand. For the full wine experience, the iconic cellar restaurant is available for dinner bookings on Friday and Saturday nights. Located in the actual cellar of the building, it’s the perfect place to wine and dine when you’re looking for something a little out of the ordinary.

118 Hindley Street, Adelaide

Hardy’s Verandah Restaurant

Hardy’s Verandah is acclaimed as South Australia’s premier fine dining destination, boasting sweeping views of the picturesque Piccadilly Valley from its wrap-around balcony. Located within the historic Mount Lofty House in the Adelaide Hills, the sumptuously romantic restaurant offers a seasonally changing degustation menu of 4 to 7 courses, with pescatarian and vegetarian options available, all inspired by the ‘Valley to Verandah’ concept.

Each dish is expertly paired with a multi-award-winning selection of wines; prepare for a symphony of flavours, featuring the finest fish, meat, and seasonal produce.

1 Mawson Drive, Crafers

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