The Best Restaurants in Barossa Valley

Boutique vineyards cannot always support cellar doors, so Artisans of Barossa had a bottler of an idea. They selected seven of the region's smaller producers, and proudly showcase their wine. The Harvest Kitchen is on board with a seasonal, communal menu crafted to compliment these drops. Share plates of spice-fried chickpeas and ancient grain salad with vache cow curd, while soaking in stunning views of vineyards and valleys. 

The Barossa Valley is known for great wine and high quality produce, so it's no wonder Appellation at The Louise chooses to source the bulk of its ingredients locally. The kitchen staff know what it means to go from paddock to plate; they harvest fruit, veggies and herbs from their kitchen garden, bake their own breads and butcher and cure their own meats. Choose an award-winning wine to pair with the Modern Australian menu.

Arkhe is a dining adventure where the chefs play with fire bringing regional produce to life right in the heart of Adelaide inner-suburb of Norwood. Nestled in a heritage-listed sandstone building, Arkhe is full of character, designed with chic, minimal decor and seating up to 200 guests. Expect to taste your way through dishes like Asado beef rib with mustard dressing and Mayura Station wagyu with sides of oxheart tomatoes with fresh peach. There is no shortage of wines to select from with a cellar that includes a list of over 150 varieties.

Lou's Place at Lou Miranda Estate offers a relaxed dining experience with a modern twist on classic Italian cuisine. Enjoy Mediterranean-inspired dishes crafted from locally sourced produce. Start with antipasti like rosemary focaccia with whipped ricotta and marinated olives. Dive into pasta dishes like ricotta gnocchi with corn and sticky pancetta or crab linguini with roasted cherry tomatoes. Savour mains like eggplant parmigiana or nduja chicken with pistachio cream. Save room for desserts like ricotta cannoli or Loukamades with Nutella.

 

Photography: Courtesy of Lou's Place at Lou Miranda Estate

1918 is a charming country cottage country cottage with polished timber and lemon yellow walls exude a sunny glow. With a blazing open fire to dine by and dozens of back vintages of remarkable local wines to drink, there is nothing cold or uptight about this bistro located in a cottage just off the Barossa Valley Highway. A favourite haunt of wine makers and wine lovers who frequent the valley, owners Christian and Melissa Fletcher keep the cellar stocked and the food quality extremely high.

Artisans of Barossa is less than an hour’s drive from Adelaide CBD on the outskirts of Tanunda in the premier wine growing region of the Barossa Valley. The venue includes the wine room, where you can taste over 100 wines from 8 wineries in the region. The Delikatessen & Store is the place to browse and shop for great local artisan wine and food as well as enjoying an all day menu in the store, on the terrace or lawn. Essen, by Artisans of Barossa, presents a contemporary, innovative interpretation of seasonal Barossa food.

Kingsford The Barossa is one of the most excusive retreats in Australia. As part of the all-inclusive accommodation package at the historic Kingsford Homestead, guests enjoy alternating three and five-course dinners, and country breakfasts, served in their elegant dining room, Orleana. Created by chef Stuart Oldfield, the menus at The Kingsford Homestead showcase the best of Barossa produce. The Homestead Cellar along with The Wine Tunnel & Vaults are impressive private dining spaces while BBQ and woodfired pizzas can enjoyed beside the stunning Peppertree Pool & Bar.

With a number of dining precincts inside The Lord Lyndoch, be sure to stop in for bistro and cafe style foods with plenty of well chosen crunchy whites and bold Barossa reds. The relaxed atmosphere will suit families, groups and tourists who feel hungry as they reach the gateway to the Barossa and want a proper meal before embarking on day of wine tasting at cellar doors.

Vintners proudly encapsulates what the Barossa does best; exceptional wine and outstanding food.    Vintners is situated in the historic town of Angaston, South Australia, a beautiful part of the Barossa Valley. Choose wines from a terrific list, enjoy talking with staff who really know the region eat food that comes from passionate producers on neighbouring blocks of land. Vintners specialize in giving a modern twist to both new and traditional ingredients from across the SA region. 

 

Char Barossa, located at 89 Murray Street in Tanunda, offers relaxed dining with a seasonal à la carte menu featuring chargrilled dishes. Open Wednesday to Sunday for lunch from 12:00 PM and dinner from 6:00 PM, the family-owned restaurant is known for its premium quality steaks and a variety of sides and sauces. The venue provides indoor seating, a front veranda, and a rear 'Char Garden' for outdoor dining.