Finally, I had located a pub in the Adelaide Hills that actually had schnitzel on the menu. Well, I've actually been to this place a few times, but that is probably not all that surprising since I did grow up in Adelaide, and have also known a number of people that lived in the area. It is actually quite a nice pub, with some rather friendly staff, that is also located in a really nice part of the area. Oh, they also had some decent beers on tap as well. read more

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I was staying in Stirling the other night, and the bistro there was pretty packed, so I was presented the problem of finding a decent feed in a slightly unfamiliar location. I got back in the car and went for a little drive down the road. Before I knew it, this pub loomed out of the greenery of the hills, and I suspected that I had found what I was looking for. Upon entering, I discovered that I had attended on Schnitzel Night. There were three choices on the specials menu television. None of them particularly met my desire, although I did want a schnitzel. I suppose I could have ordered any one of them, and requested all the topping to be removed and substituted for a mushroom sauce, but no, it didn't occur to me, so I just ordered the standard schnitzel off the normal menu. And it was absolutely delicious. The crumb was excellent, the quality of the chicken was probably one of the best I've seen in a pub in South Australia, and the mushroom sauce was beautiful. The staff were friendly, and the meals came out very quickly. I think I'll go back very soon. read more

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Welcome to my local! It's like my very own set of 'Cheers' minus Ted Danson. Now, I cant say that I come to this pub often, and the reason for that is because there never seemed to be anyone there half the time and the other reason is that the clientele were a tad above my age group. But this appears to be changing, almost everyday I drive past the car park is packed, so the other day I decided to stop in for a beer. It was a pleasant surprise to find that the old pub has had a new lease on life, it was bustling with people this past sunday afternoon. The Aldgate Pump Bistro is however more of a family/ mature aged oriented pub, it's great because there is a large beer garden with ample seating and the kids can run around without irritating you while you try and eat. harsh but true. Meanwhile if you skip on around to the front bar you will find groups of tradies chilling out on their lunch break or with after work drinks. tip: if you're a young female like me, avoid avoid avoid, its an awkward entrance believe me. The hotel also offers a 50's style function room upstairs which features a corner bar and balcony. Catering is also on offer and is quite generous for what you pay, its generally quite an affordable choice if you're hiring for a party. Plus, there's a jukebox!! read more

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After a day of driving through the serene and picturesque Adelaide Hills, it was time to stop for a bite to eat and a nice cold beer. As we approached I noticed someone up on the corner of the balcony, why it was non other than Elvis...hey there dude. Walking though the hallway I noticed pictures of the pub from days gone by, with a dado of greeny brown tiles on either side and a wooden stairway, past that on the left we walked through to the Bistro area. It was dark with a wood stained dado, more pictures and dark wooden boothes on either side of the room, old fashioned tables and chairs, a circular window (like in play school), and french door leading to the outside seating area. Now for the menu, I don't expect to pay alot for a pub meal and just because we were sitting in the bistro and not the front bar, seeing as there's one kitchen meals come out from for both, I felt like saying to my hubby lets go. But it was hot and we were hungry and thirsty. Meals ranged in price from 0.50 (bread roll) to 38.00, despite the fact you wouldn't order three bread rolls with butter and a beer as a meal! I decided on the $15.90 Roast of the Day (beef with veges) and my hubby had the Fish and Chips (Barramundi) $22.00. Wine menu was from $5.50 per glass to $10.70 with the majority being from SA wine regions. Most expensive bottle of Aussie wine $115 Rockford Basket Press Shiraz and most expensive European $120 Moet & Chandon N.V Epernay France. I gave all those a wide berth, sticking to beer! Celebrations Bottle Shop is attached to the side with a drive through and there are 32 poker machines. My roast was edible but drowned in gravy - and when hungry almost anything tastes good - potatoes were nice and crisp on the outside, the veges were too soft and had the bejesus cooked out of them. My hubby's fishnchips was huge like a harpoon size fillet of fish x 2 and golden chips. Only a handful of diners but it being a Monday not surprising and personally I wouldn't stop there again for a meal but the one exeption was the beer...it was perfectly cold and the best I'd tasted for a while...Coopers Pale the best beer in the universe! read more

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A great place for a drop-in coffee as you'll be spoilt for seating and gorgeous scenery in the outdoor courtyard behind this pub. The outdoor area is stunning and typical of the hills, leafy and lush with a deck to die for that meanders into a river. Unfortunately the beauty on the outside does not reflect the dated front end decor but some people dig the old and cosy looking pubs especially as an escape from the chill that can settle in the hillside. Dropping in for a coffee and sitting in the outdoor area this is in my top 5 for best beer gardens in Adelaide, it was a beautiful day and the lanterns really make it all pop. Some naughty ducks kept the staff busy and the tables were nice and spaced so we weren't in other diners pockets. While I'm usually tempted by the menu it was a bit heavy for me so I stuck with the really great coffee, brewed to perfection. I would love to see it pick up some more salads for those who lack the gusto for large serves of pub grub though I really love that they have 'large' options for their sides which are sometimes the real stars of the show!. I will come back to try a dinner meal at some stage but being a fussy vego my distate for schnittys and fillets isn't doing me any favors here, though my friend found the "parmageddon" delicious. Will give this another visit just for that pun alone. read more

Friends and I thought we'd venture up to the hills for a nice pub dinner and the Aldgate Pump Hotel was our destination. It's a beautiful old building that's been tastefully extended over the years and what appears to be a fantastic garden setting which will be great in the warmer months. After choosing off the extensive menu, albeit with some unusual mixes where it feels like the Hotel can't decide if it's a pub or a restaurant, we tucked into some starter dips. What is becoming more of a trend lately for pubs is they're trying to be something they're not... they're trying to become restaurants but in a pub setting. Whilst I applaud places for trying to be the best they can, unfortunately when you charge restaurant prices, the quality has to be to that standard. And for many pubs, it simply isn't - they often do the staples well, but for the rest - the jury's out. This, in my humble opinion, is where the Aldgate Pump Hotel is at. The burger and schnitzel was top notch, but the other more restaurant-like meals were sub-par and not worth the near-$30 price tag. So my advice - it's a good meal if you choose well off the menu, but... keep it simple, stupid! read more

After a long drive in the hills we thought it was time to have a bite. We found this pub and ordered garlic for a started and chicken snitty and fish and chips, both meals were cooked perfectly and wouldn't change a thing, definitely going back there again read more

Aldgate Pump Hotel - Chicken schnitzel and fish and chips - Bars Near Me - Aldgate, SA

This is one of my favourite Hills pubs! It's a great place to stop off for lunch on the weekend if you're having an adventure in the Hills and also a great place to grab some tucker on a weeknight if you're a local. The serves are generous and the food is fresh and great quality with some inventive offerings on the menu. The beer garden really is the place to be on a sunny afternoon and the Front bar is straight out of the eighties with the blokey crowd to match. For me The Aldgate pump is a great alternative to the popular Stirling hotel down the road where at 29 years old I bring the average age up and am the only woman who didn't forget to put my pants on. read more

Love this place! I always try and snag a booth near the bar, as it's nice and cosy. The food is great (I can recommend the parma), and the service is great too. What else is there to say? read more

Traditional pub with nice outdoor kid and dog friendly dining area. Surprisingly good healthy options as well as better than usual pub grub. Not too busy as this isn't the latest new place to be. read more

Went to the Aldgate Pump for breakfast a few weeks back and it was ok. My poached eggs were cooked well and the bacon was good. The tomato and mushroom were average and it was served on normal sliced bread. For $16 I would expect a bit more at least some nice sour dough or turkish bread. Overall it was an ok breakfast. read more

The Pump Hotel has so much potential and just stops shy of achieving it. Every few years I go here to see how it's changed and if it's realised that being in such a high traffic zone is a major boon for a pub. In all my time, it never has. The building itself is grand and cool. You know you're in a classic pub when you walk in. The beer garden and dining areas are intimate and relaxing as well. But, out of the times I've been here the restaurant service has been despondent and bored. The staff seem to be frustrated about something. Same goes for the front bar, which is local to the point of hostility. A nice place to go if you're with a group and want to appreciate the scenery, but overall I rate the Aldgate Pump Hotel as one of the least vibrant pubs in the hills. read more

We had booked for a party of 15 on a saturday evening, the gentleman taking our phone booking was very helpful professional and polite. Found the staff to be very accommodating cheery and helpful, it was more like we were visiting old friends and nothing was to hard for them. Staff even came over and played with the kids during their breaks. Excellent sized serves and in my opinion worth every cent avoid the now pretentious Stirling and bring your family here I would visit again just for the warm friendly service. read more

Waited 50 minutes for a medium rump steak. Then had a beetle swimming around in my pepper sauce. Oh and it was $6 for a diet coke. Shocking all round. read more