Well, if you want a pub that has it's own pet cockatoo that says 'Hello Cocky' whenever you attempt…read moreto strike up a conversation with it, then this is certainly a pub that you are going to like. Okay, it is a bit of a trek to reach, and it is also effectively in the middle of nowhere (though I am sure if you are determined enough you could walk, or at least ride a bike), but for me at least, it was certainly worth it. Okay, the pub itself is your typical country pub, and you can be assured that the publican knows everybody who walks in through the door on a first name basis (except for people like me who trek up from the city just to have a beer). They have a pretty nice beer garden, however it is one of those beer gardens that it basically a converted backyard, complete with two yappy dogs that want to play with you while you are having a beer. This pub certainly has a character of its own, and I know I would be very tempted to stop by here again if I am ever in the area.

The service in this place turned out to be rather good, but then again this is sort of something…read morethat I have come to expect from a lot of these country pubs. The town itself is rather quiet, as was the pub, which was something that I certainly did appreciate. However, the beer selection was somewhat limited, but once again, this was one of those things that I have also sort of come to expect as well. However, as a pub, yeah. This place did happen to be rather nice.

I grew up in Mallala so the pub has fond memories for me but it wasn't until Dylan took over that…read morethe pub became the great social place it is now. There are quite often events or live music of some kind on weekends. The bar area is fairly small but it's cozy and fun. The outside area is big and great for events etc. We had boo's christening after party in the outside area. They set up big tables for us and we filled the area. While they are happy to change items on the menu to fit it would be great if they could work on adding more items to the menu that are vegetarian. Food and drink are reasonable priced. Some of my friends did complain that service was a bit grumpy and rude (but probably the large amount of people we had in our party contributed to that) which was a bit embarrassing for us as we had gone on about how friendly they are. On other times when we have gone for tea etc they are lovely and friendly.

Cannot fault food,service and atmosphere at this pub, amazing food, will definitely come again…read more Great menu,thanks to the chef and staff. Highly recommend

A roadhouse in a 19th century buttery. Sounds like it should be in a quaint ye olde English…read morevillage, instead it's located at the entrance to the Clare Valley. And with a debonaire looking grasshopper as its namesake, it could be a place straight out of Wind In The Willows. The Grasshopper Roadhouse is one of those places that you feel has been there forever. I remember passing it many times travelling from Clare to Adelaide as a kid. And now I can show it off to my own daughter. Apparently it was named after it's sister business, The Grasshopper Inn, in the UK. And I suppose a roadhouse is the modern equivalent to those old English inns. Unfortunately you won't be able to order a pint of ale to go with your slab of stilton, but you are able to get a decent coffee and Pine-Lime Splice ice-cream (if that's your bag - and when you're 5 years old, it generally is). They also proclaim to have a big all day brekkie, hamburgers and the usual roadhouse fare. You can also fuel up while you're there. There is the option of sitting inside and taking in the general quaintness of the stone building, or you can sit outside at the hewn stone picnic table and chairs. Although on a particularly sunny day, with minimal shade, it may leave you feeling a little on the cooked side. Coming into the so-called 'silly season', it's important to stop, revive, survive. What better way to do that, than in true Ratty and Mole style at the Grasshopper Roadhouse.

This was a nice pub, one which certainly still had some charm about it, though of course, like many…read moreof the pubs that one seems to find out here in the bush, there really isn't all that much about it that stands out, particularly when it comes to beer selections. Still, as a pub, it did have some charm about it, though in a way, it still felt a little tacky, particularly for my tastes. Honestly, in the end, it is a reasonable one to go and have a beer at though, even though the service was somewhat passable.

We have eaten here many times but tonight we did a take away order…read more The wait time was minimal but the variety on the menu was not good for a vegetarian - but still pleased that they had three options. I went for a serve of spring rolls with veggies and hubby had his stock standard schnitzel with veggies. They came in your normal styrofoam takeaway boxes. Spring rolls were yummy if a little soggy and the sour cream to go with them was an odd selection. The reason they have lost a star is - riddle me this? If you are preparing a vegetarian meal - why oh why would you put bacon in the potatoes? I ate half of the potatoes before I noticed too so I may be stuck on the toilet tomorrow! Luckily I don't think I actually ate any bacon. I'm a little annoyed but the sheer quantity of the rest of the food more than made up for it.

Well, here is another pub that I can now mark off my list, though I can't say that it wasn't really…read moreall that great. Okay, they did have a nice beer garden, though a part of me suspects that it isn't really used all that much. However, yeah, I can't say that this pub particularly stood out all that well. Like, the beer selection wasn't particularly great, but it does happen to be a country pub. However, in the end, it really isn't that great.

Brilliant meals, best burgers, great service & friendly people....great value for money...! Must…read morevisit!!

Well, we were on our way back from Burra, and the last couple of towns that we had passed through,…read morewhile they did have pubs in them, they weren't really open, so we arrived in Tarlee, which did have a pub, that was also open. Look, I wouldn't expect anything all that fancy from this place, but as a country pub it is pretty good. The staff were quite friendly, and yeah, the the beef schnitzel, yeah that was awesome.

Ultimate experience…read more From check -in to check-out the staff and their attention to detail is superb! Beautiful weekend getaway, luxury cottages with secluded outdoor patio, beautiful surroundings. Every attention to detail taken care of, beautiful bedding, towels, etc. Goodies in the room. And then the ultimate breakfast in bed ordered the night before from a selection of unusual and delicious items, not a standard breakfast just more goodies!

Excuse me, do you have a spare pint of fancy I could borrow? The Louise is excellent in thought,…read moreword and deed. From walking into the veranda with the gorgeous fountain, to the super friendly, attentive and happy staff at the front desk, to walking into your suite and being blown away with the space, the indoor and outdoor showers, the outer patio, the big bed, the heated bathroom floors, the walk in robe, the big TV with DVD selection OR the beautiful little touch of biscuits and port on arrival for you. PHEW! The Louise is also home to Appelation, which is constantly rated to be one of the best restaurants in Australia. But even if you stay at The Louise without going to Appelation is is extremely worth it. I'll be back when I have a few hundred spare dollars...