Nice chill out bar/lounge. They have a full bar, quite a number of beer & Champagne selection. You…read morecan also order food too with quite a bit from menu too. There is a Faema Emblema espresso double drip machine. It's a nice place to chill or maybe afternoon tea/coffee to relax and it won't be a noisy or too crowded as it's in the hotel lobby area, so it's good to just waste the day away & relaxxxxxxx.

I recently used this venue for my 80s themed 50th birthday party and I cannot recommend it highly…read moreenough. Working with Mel and the team was a breeze. They made every decision easy and worked with my JukeBox company so well that I didn't have to worry about a drop off or pick up. Food choices were excellent and what we had on the night was delicious. The staff on the night were fun, got into the spirit and nothing was too much trouble (except getting my guests out at the end of the night - we could've stayed for hours!!). Thanks for a great party Cafe Komodo

Cafe Komodo sports a seasonal menu, an indie kid vibe and an organic is better attitude, all of…read morewhich I am highly partial to. The setting of Komodo is truly different, there are plenty of retro tables and chairs with vintage adornment over the walls and laid back feel throughout the cafe. A range of fair trade teas and coffees are here to sip on as well as a few other fresh juices and smoothies to tickle your fancy. The food here comes out quickly and I love their menu, particularly when with the changing menu, you want to come back soon. I had the nachos here last time and loved every bit of it. Their dessert menu isn't quite as big as I expected with cakes on display, but with the hours being primarily during daylight, its to be expected. Can't wait to see what next seasons menu brings.

This is by far, Adelaide's best kept secret right now. Small bars are popping all around town, but…read morethis one stands true to the whole hole-in-the-wall hidden bar concept. GENIUS. It is so refreshing. If you're not looking hard enough you would easily miss it. Walk in and it's like the prohibition era, from the grungy shelves to the dark, moody decor and booths to the sad music. It is easily one of the best themed cocktail bars in Adelaide. Drinks are fantastic. Some bars have expensive drinks for not much and they don't taste great. Not at Baddog, they are top notch and the barman does it right in front of you on the bar so you don't miss a thing. Brilliant. Best find of the year for me so far.

Zack has built an amazing speak easy style bar that makes you feel like you've ducked back in time…read moreto a prohibition era. The waist coats, crystal glasses and twisted stainless steel and silver spoons all work to make this a top spot for a cocktail or cheeky beer. A maestro of the common and rare cocktails and a range of spirits you wont find in many bars Zack makes this bar. Sitting at the bar is mandatory for the first drink in my opinion then sneak off to the lux booths for quiet and intimate drinks. Its dark, has very cool décor and edgy clean bathrooms. Bad Dog Bar doesn't have tvs, doesn't have pokies and doesn't have tap beer and for goodness sakes never order an apple-tini :) and that's the way we like it. Top Tip: order the pickleback - rye bourbon shot followed by some freshly made pickle juice. The SMoking Joint cocktail is also a fav!

I had a great breakfast at this relatively new eatery in Glenelg (Adelaide) in an area that boasts…read morea great range of places to dine at. The staff were friendly and helpful. The deck at the front was a great place to sit in the winter sun and eat my eggs and toast. Inside the walls were covered with interesting artworks, which appears to be the theme for the establishment. Great idea!

Beautiful, quirky wine bar/ cafe set in an old house in Glenelg. Adds a new energy to our suburb,…read moreand provides a great alternative for brunch, lunch, dinner or after work drinks. They even distil their own gin, which served with lemon over ice is the perfect way to end the day. Walls adorned with great art, you can relax on a couch or sit in a booth or table inside, or on a warm night/ sunny day relax in Parisian style cafe seating on the deck outdoors. Whatever you do, get in there and enjoy the delicious eats & drinks, wonderful atmosphere and terrific friendly, helpful staff.

Horus has been one of my favourite spots on Hindley Street for years. Whether it be the food or the…read moreshisha, both are an experience you surely won't forget. You have the option of smoking shisha indoors or outside, which makes your option largely dependent on the weather. They have a large selection of flavours to choose from, all with a very sweet aftertaste. My personal favourite would be grape, but others like green apple and strawberry aren't too shabby either. The food is equally as pleasing, with a simple yet delicious menu of Arabic specialties. The chicken yiros has to be my all-time favourite, yet I'm also a big fan of their hot dogs. No matter your choice, it's always satisfying. Their coffee isn't great, and I think if they served Arabic coffee instead it would complete the experience. And if that's not enough, the shop owners are implementing a PS3 gaming system in the lounge area - if they get the games right, I don't think I'll ever need to leave. Smoking shisha whilst playing video games can't be anything short of brilliant.

There are a few shisha venues along the Hindley Street strip but Horus is the oldest and my…read morefavourite. It has managed to stick around when others have failed, largely because of the quality of the shisha, the sense of community the place attracts, and because it is open when others are not. The staff are expert at the etiquette and use of shisha, and certainly don't mind assisting the newcomer. Although in Hindley Street, you're more likely to see friends playing cards than you are a pack of drunks, and Horus is not a licensed premise. If people are bothersome, the staff are quick to act and I always feel safe. The shishas are professionally assembled and I have never been short-changed in tobacco. Staff are continuously outside with containers of coal, ensuring you get the most out of your shisha. Unlike some other places in town, there is no deposit required for shisha use and there are multiple flavours and two sizes. I've been told that they will be getting new stock in soon, including my personal favourite "cappuccino". The owner, Yasser, let me test a new combination "watermelon and mint" which was ok, but I will be sticking to my staple of "grape and mint", at least until the "cappuccino" arrives. Since smoking laws have relegated shisha users to the patch of sidewalk outside, the decor of the inside has slipped a little, though the toilets have certainly improved. Aforementioned toilets are located towards the back of the business behind a door marked "staff only" to discourage use by unscrupulous non-customers, but I always use them and patron-use is fine. Occasionally on the weekends you will have to wait inside for a table to be free outside to smoke a shisha. In the summer time, the experience of smoking a shisha outside can't be beat, but winter along Hindley Street can be bitter and I usually take gloves. As far as the food is concerned, it is a simple kebab shop, but all ingredients are made fresh daily, which is also why I think their kebabs are the best in town. The quality of the falafel and the tabouli is particularly good. Horus also provides pots of mint tea, made just as thoughtfully as they do everything else.

I guess the reason that I suggest that this pub isn't really one of my favourites is because, well,…read morethey do have a decent range of tap beers. Actually, the range is rather bland, though there is something on tap that I generally do drink. Yet this pub also had some old world charm about it and a rather nice as cosey atmosphere as well with some really friendly staff. Oh, there is also a pretty large outdoor area out the back, but that is mainly for the smokers. Still that does give this pub some points.

I love dark, secluded, rustic, sea shanty pubs with the smell of beer (fresh) and the faint smell…read moreof cigars, ok the later wasn't present inside but it was a blowen outside. Without being condescending, I reckon every man, woman and child smokes in Port Adelaide. All the oldies are getting a face lift, it's a dying breed of pub not to purge itself of the old, but this one has remained sort of neutral, not modern nor old, by George I think it's ok just the way it is and there's absolutely nothing wrong with it. The beer is cold, the atmosphere is on the dark side (que: Darth Vader breathing), it passes the pub grub with flying colours and easy on the wallet or purse. I will definitely be coming back here in the not too distant future. It was established 1856 and I'm sure if the walls could talk, what a tale they'd tell...even the cellar may have a ghost or two!

NOT just a fringe venue…read more What a great place to duck in for a quiet weeknight drink or three with a small group of friends. A speak-easy bar true to it's categorical name, La Bohème is one of a dwindling number of bars in Adelaide with a classic feel and appropriately levelled tunes to provide ambiance but not inhibit conversation. La Bohème, please don't change.

Parisian inspired cabaret cocktail lounge across from the Markets on Grote street, La Boheme is…read moreentirely unique and in my opinion fantastic. Its curtained exterior provides a certain mystique, yet the friendly wicker chairs and jolly bouncer make for welcoming entrance. Inside, tightly packed tables surround a low set stage where during the week jazz and cabaret can be enjoyed, often free of charge. On the weekends DJ sets revolving around 1920's Jazz hits are the go. Often small groups of people get up to dance between what small space remains between the tables. There is an extensive cocktail list and good range of wine and beers. Prices are up there, but consider this as some measure of contribution towards the ambiance. A great venue to check out during Fringe time, or any other time of the year when you feel the need to travel back in time to a more cultured past.

This little back alley bar is not going to stay a secret in Adelaide for long. It is glowing from…read morebehind its surrounding buildings. Walking down Gilbert Place you can hear the laughter and chatter from its patrons. Hains & Co draws you in from afar with it's cute and stylish exterior. It's bar opens to the street side allowing customers to set up a stall and have a drink outside. This will be perfect for summer and this area is heated for the winter. it is very comfortable! The best part of this bar is the styling within. Walking through the door you immediately transcend from the alley to the deck of a ship. The back room is cleverly furbished with old style booths and the ceiling features a wooden roof like the birth of a boat. There are old chesterfield lounges and almost steampunk styled chairs with a mix of metal and wood. There is a lot of love and planning in the design of this bar. The bar itself is dressed and lit with gorgeous woven rope lighting. The bar holds an impressive collection of rum & gin amongst other liquors. There is also changing tap of craft beer and a welcoming menu of cocktails to choose from. The handsome staff and owner are experts in the way of Gin & Rum, feel free to speak to them about recommendations. The cheese platter I ordered features one of my favs D'argental, a truffle brie and cheddar. It is served with grapes, home smoked almonds, lavosh, and dried currents. This is perfect with a fine wine or cocktail on a Friday afternoon. As for the rest of the menu, I am told that the sausage roll is truly divine. I look forward to trying it. Finally, I have to admit Hains & Co is now one of my favourite bars in Adelaide. I am drawn to it. I am really overjoyed to have it grace our streets.

Each time I've been here it's offered something more…read more Welcoming staff, intimate booths, a selection of cocktails that make the mouth water. You can meet here and find a spot, and remain much of the evening. There is inside/outside seating giving you the option of warmth or fresh air. I prefer the booth.

As with any home away from home there is the kinda but not really home the Qantas Lounge. Vastly…read moresuperior to the Virgin in my opinion but I'm just guessing really because I've never been to the Virgin one plus there don't seem to be all that many of them. Hands down food is to be commended here, I had some chicken Hasam pasta like dish that tasted so nice like a home made chicken casserole and best ever beef and prawn with bok choy broth as well, in it was rice and mushroom and all these other very nourishing for a hungry pregnant woman type ingredients as well. (I went back for 2nds) Not as huge as the other cities but is the only one so far with ...drumroll please... A Family Zone (aka lil play area for kids)! Always a good idea Qantas!

This has to be one of the best Qantas clubs in Australia as they get a couple of perks from being…read moreshared with the international flights! The couple of extra food items are really nice: cheese and crackers, hot dishes, and profiteroles. Apart from that, there was only ever been one occasion where I found space limited and struggled to find a seat, something that is challenging in other locations.

Great cocktail bar. Part speakeasy, part high class, creative cocktail bar. Come here...order…read moresomething adventurous...enjoy. The bartender is self taught and a true artist. When in doubt, order the Basil Smash.