Urban Bistro

LOCATION
Rose Park, Adelaide.

PROFILED BY DE GROOTS
Urban Bistro is certainly urban; perched above the traffic on Fullerton Road, at first glance it may seem an unusual location for a restaurant. Inside, it feels a world away, with frosted glass shielding the cars from view and accentuating the gum trees swaying above the race track opposite. The decor has been well-chosen to emphasise the calm; neutral tones, comfortable seating and soft furnishings embellish the harmonious space.

The food has been getting great reviews, and a quick glance over the menu shows why. The breakfast menu is loaded with early-morning favourites – offering an early-morning kick-start such as a bloody mary or sparkling white. Lunch and dinner are served from a delicious modern Australian menu. Start with smoked haddock and potato chowder with mustard and soft egg, or the carpaccio of tuna rolled in sumac and pepper with beetroot jus and cress. The pan-fried potato gnocchi with chestnuts, chorizo and chilli is a delight, as is the braised rabbit crepinette with chanterelle risotto and herb salad. Main courses are sure to satisfy; try the five-spice duck pie with chilli, onion jam and ruby chard, or the harissa spiced freshwater marron with saffron broth, vegetables and rouille.