Meals and deals: Restaurants for client lunches in Adelaide

In the East End, OZIN is a refined and inviting space that’s great for client lunches that impress. Set inside a beautifully restored 1920s building, the menu is a mix of local South Australian produce and global influences, all kissed by charcoal fire. From the open kitchen to the curated wine list, OZIN is a space where you’ll get sophistication and comfort in spades – a place where business conversations flow easily over smoky flavours and perfectly paired regional wines. 

If you’ve got the time, this spot is worth the short trip out of the CBD. Perfect for a relaxed long lunch, Seafire in Glenelg promises ocean views and expertly cooked steaks – not to mention premium wines from around the state. Well-loved for its prime cuts and locally sourced seafood, the menu celebrates South Australia’s best produce with bold and uncomplicated flavours. Overlooking the marina, Seafire’s modern setting is perfect for sealing deals or celebrating team wins. 

Inject a little theatre into your next client lunch in Adelaide at Samurai Teppanyaki House. This Hyde Park favourite makes the most of Japanese precision while still being full of lively energy, as chefs grill wagyu, seafood and seasonal vegetables before your very eyes. Between the skilful flair and fine sake, it’s a memorable experience that strikes the perfect balance between entertainment and charm – just want you want for leaving a lasting impression. 

Press* is a go-to for Adelaide’s corporate crowd. Housed in a converted printworks, it’s all moody lighting and polished timber here. The seasonal menu focuses on local ingredients, from raw beef with smoked yolk to hand-rolled pasta. So, whether you’re talking business at the bar or hosting clients upstairs, Press* makes every meeting feel like a celebration of good taste. 

Few venues make a statement quite like Leigh Street Wine Room. Once a laundromat, now a wine temple, its arched ceilings and soaring bottle wall set the tone for serious conversation. Enjoy charcuterie and share plates with natural wines sourced globally and locally. Its laneway setting and uptown energy make it one of Adelaide’s best business lunch restaurants for modern executives who want something a little more memorable. 

Fire and smoke are back by precision at Shobosho, a Japanese-inspired gem on Leigh Street that will transform the everyday business lunch into something unforgettable. Expect yakitori grilled over charcoal, slow-cooked meats and delicate fermented flavours. Private dining options – including an intimate yakitori cellar – make it a go-to for impressing clients. The stylish design and perfect balance of innovation and tradition give Shobosho its signature flair.

For a polished power lunch in the heart of the Adelaide lunch CBD scene, Coal Cellar + Grill hits all the right notes. Inside Hilton Adelaide, this sophisticated space champions South Australian produce – think everything from signature tomahawk steaks to Clare Valley Rieslings. Its impressive glass-walled cellar, boasting over 500 labels, invites guests to pair every course. It’s the benchmark for executive dining done right.

Energetic and always buzzing, Peel St brings personality to the business lunch crowd. The blackboard menu changes daily, mixing Asian with Middle Eastern and modern Australian influences. Dishes are meant to share – try the Sri Lankan lamb curry or fresh whiting with lemon and herbs. Exposed brick and open space create an industrial-chic setting where big ideas and bold flavours come together in the heart of Adelaide’s CBD.