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Top Restaurants: Best Solo Dining in Adelaide
14/11/2024
Solo dining is the newest craze to hit Australia. For some of us, this simple act is considered a norm. But, for others, it can be a mind-boggling experience going out and enjoying a meal all alone.
However, we’re here to prove to you that dining alone doesn’t mean that you should compromise on style let alone taste. So, that’s exactly why we’ve rounded up the best restaurants in Adelaide that are perfect for soloists – seasoned or first-timers.
In this guide there is everything from tantalising Thai to modern Mediterranean restaurants, Japanese eateries, Italian trattorias and even a sensational steakhouse.
Hungry to find out more? Read on through for the best solo dining experiences in Adelaide!
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Anchovy Bandit
Prospect, Adelaide, South AustraliaTucked away in Prospect, Anchovy Bandit is an Italian trattoria brought to life by three friends. Their story started just a mere six years ago with heavy inspiration from a Quentin Tarantino screenplay. Today, Anchovy Bandit is a haven for all things Italian cuisine. Think woodfire pizza, handmade pasta and everything in between. One of the best places to dine solo in Adelaide, you must try the Sourdough Focaccia, Blue Swimmer Crab Hash Browns, Pipi Bucatini and the Coffee Madeleines.
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Coal Cellar + Grill at Hilton Adelaide
Adelaide CBD, Adelaide, South AustraliaDining alone doesn’t mean that you should compromise on style. And this is exactly why we included Coal Cellar + Grill into this list of the best restaurants for solo dining in Adelaide. Located inside the Hilton Adelaide, Coal Cellar + Grill is one of our top-rated steakhouses in the city. Not only do they showcase the best of South Australian produce in a sophisticated manner, but they boast an impressively large (over 600 to be exact) collection of wine labels in their glass encased cellar. Their Express Lunch and Pre-Theatre Dinner offerings are just as irresistible.
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It's perfect for Casual drinks and snack on the balcony or a celebrationHNLY Restaurant & Bar
Henley Beach, Adelaide, South AustraliaAfter you’ve taken a dip at Henley Beach, your tastebuds might be swimming around for something scrumptious to eat. Enter HNLY Restaurant Bar that’s swept up on Seaview Road. Focusing on Mediterranean fare, HNLY is the perfect spot for your solo dining adventures thanks to their expansive list of both bar snacks, small and larger plates – all brought to life by South Australian ingredients. For your visit try the Blue Swimmer Crab Bucatini and wash it all down with a glass of the McLaren Vale Zerella La Gita Fiano.
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Nu Thai
Adelaide CBD, Adelaide, South AustraliaFor the past 20 years, Nu Thai has been a haven for authentic Thai food in Adelaide. And, despite being a sanctuary for friends and families, it’s also one of the best places for solo dining in Adelaide. Serving up traditional Bangkok street food, Nu Thai uses South Australian ingredients to truly showcase the invigorating and fresh flavours of Thai cuisine. For your visit be sure to try the grilled Crying Tiger steak and the Choo Chee Prawn red curry with a side of Coconut Rice.
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Umaii
Adelaide CBD, Adelaide, South AustraliaOpen Monday to Saturday, Umaii is a Japanese restaurant that is perfect for solo dining in Adelaide. Because apart from sushi and sake, what more could you want? Found on Currie Street in the CBD, alongside using sustainably sourced ingredients, Umaii brings it all to life with their team of expertly trained chefs. Following an ocean to plate mantra, guests will find plenty of seafood offerings on their menu including nigiri, sushi and, even raw dishes too. The atmosphere is buzzing, and the bar will always be stocked.
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