The Best Restaurants in Norwood

Only minutes from the CBD in the suburb of Norwood, Ambrosinis is run by third-generation father and son team Remo and Matthew Ambrosini. The menu offers a wide range of dishes, including house made bresaola, a salt cured beef, succulent roast duck with orange glaze, risotto and popular offal dishes of chicken livers and lamb brains, but vegetarian, vegan and gluten free choices are also available. Ambrosinis is a popular destination for all occasions, business luncheons to group celebrations or intimate dinners by candlelight.

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.

Lygon Street will never be short of a pizza kitchen, but few are as serious about the art of pizza as 400 Gradi Pizzeria. Owner Johnny Di Francesco has sent all his chefs to Naples to receive the required training - from none other than the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana - bringing authentic Naples-style pizza to Brunswick. The margarita, while simple, remains a crowd favourite.

Mr Chu Eatery serves fresh, vibrant Vietnamese and Southeast Asian dishes with a modern twist in Norwood’s buzzing dining strip. Pho arrives steaming and fragrant, crispy pork banh mi hits all the right notes and rice paper rolls are filled with bright herbs and crunch. The space is casual and welcoming, with a menu built for comfort and flavour. Whether it’s lunch or dinner, Mr Chu delivers approachable, punchy eats you’ll want to repeat.

88 Pocha brings lively Korean flavour and a little Seoul street-food energy straight to Norwood. Think punchy fried chicken, hot stone bibimbap, slippery japchae and sides designed for sharing between rounds of soju, beer or cocktails. The vibe is casual, buzzy and unapologetically fun, making it perfect for group dinners or late nights that spill into laughs and second orders. Flavours are bold, the service is friendly and every will certainly be a fun night out. 

Koyla brings the heat and heart to Norwood with an Indian grill and curry experience that blends bold spice with casual comfort. Tandoor-charred meats, smoky biryanis and curries rich with depth land big on flavour and keep plates coming back for more. The vibe is warm and social, with aromatic dishes, vibrant flavours and a drinks list that matches spice with crisp pours. It’s casual Indian dining that’s built for sharing and good times.

Nepal is known for its festivals, friendliness and religious harmonies, all of which infuse into the feel of its eateries. Kensington restaurant, Taste of Nepal, demonstrates just how great that combination is with a warren of colourful dining spaces and a menu of delicious Nepalese cuisine. There's dumplings, which are traditionally steamed; fish, coated in spices and chickpea flour and then fried and hot lamb curry to warm your senses.

One of the first eateries on The Parade, this authentic Thai restaurant has been a secret among locals for years for its friendly service and authentic cuisine. Nestled within an old character stone building is the cosy Parade Thai, an authentic family-run restaurant that the locals have been enjoying for the past 14 years.

The long-lashed eyes of Ganesh watch over you at Cinnamon Club. This brightly painted, elephant-headed Hindu god, has a tentacle-like trunk, seemingly luring us in. This Norwood eatery has had its authenticity awarded over many larger up-scale Indian restaurants. Here you will find egg pepper dosa, chilli uttapams, and a heady baby goat biyrani. It's slow cooked meat on the bone with saffron, cardamom, and cloves is highly recommended.