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Updated 05 October 2026

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in Central? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

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4.9

4.9 (110)

$A40 and under

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Goodwood

About the restaurant

Good Gilbert isn't just a place to eat and drink. It's our heartfelt invitation to join us in a story that's still unfolding. Every dish, every sip, and every smile shared here is a chapter in our tale. We're not just serving meals; we're crafting memories, one delicious moment at a time.

With a 400+ wine list that evolves weekly. Sip on over 40 wines by the glass or carafe, seasonal beers and cocktails, and indulge in a variety of bar snacks or dine in our restaurant. There's always something new to discover.

Come be a part of our story at Good Gilbert!

Top review

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Simon

Dined on 16 Oct 2026

Excellent food, excellent service, great atmosphere

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Let us feed you

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Drinks Only Reservation

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4.9

4.9 (174)

$A41 to $A100

Modern Australian

Goodwood

About the restaurant

asha is a contemporary Australian restaurant with a Middle Eastern influence.
Find us in the leafy suburb of Goodwood, Adelaide, 2 doors down from Good Gilbert. This intimate dining space has been designed to elevate neighbourhood high-end casual dining, transporting you in time and place.
We have 3 distinct dining areas available, a hotel-esq bar with deep stools which will allow you to oversee Chef Kyle Connor and his team cook for the restaurant whilst you can watch the hustle of the bar, with it's tall custom built cherry oak shelves, before you - we think this is our favourite spot. Alternatively, you may find yourself in our intimate bar booths wrapped in blue velvet and leather, these are very cosy and are best enjoyed with some of your best friends or family. Lastly, our main dining space will be for those who prefer a more formal setting with a little more space, banquette seating and dining chairs.

for parties of 6 or more - please contact the venue directly for booking.

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Henry

Dined on 17 Oct 2026

Great food. Creative, very flavoursome and decent portions. The standout though, was the service. Hard to fault really. Attentive, professional and friendly. Even though the restaurant was full (?), e were well looked after.

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A La Carte Menu

Al Rihla ‘The Journey’ set menu

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Ong Vietnamese Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (743)

$A41 to $A100

Vietnamese

Adelaide City Centre

About the restaurant

A modern Vietnamese restaurant in the heart of Adelaide, Ong offers a delicious and unique dining experience. Here you will find some familiar favourites such a pho, but also contemporary dishes that push the boundaries of Vietnamese food as you know it.

The restaurant boasts a private upstairs dining room that is perfect for any intimate gathering of up to 36 guests, and has a full bar that serves up a variety of beers, wines and Asian cocktails.

Whether you are looking for a casual meal with friends and family, a romantic dinner for two, or a space to host your next party, Ong is the perfect place for you!

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Andrew

Dined 2 days ago

Great food really loved the beef cheek and spring rolls also the fried eggplant

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ONG FEED ME MENU [2 hour sitting]

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Noi Vietnamese Eatery

4.7

4.7 (1833)

$A41 to $A100

Asian

Fullarton

About the restaurant

NOI Vietnamese Eatery is a next generation Vietnamese family restaurant. We'd like to deliver great food with fresh Australian produce and Vietnamese flavours.

The team at NOI aims to share with you what tasty Vietnamese food means to us!

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Michael

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent food. I had banh trang nurong mushroom (basically a mushroom pizza but instead of a dough base it was an ultra thin rice paper base. Main course was braised beef rib with pho juice, pickled onion and basil. Both dishes were dleicious. Great service. Good wine list reasonably priced. I had a Ministry of Clouds tempranillo grenache from McLaren Vale ($85)

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Out by Seven *special*

Feed Me [3 course - 2 hour Sitting]

Feed Me [2 course - 1.5 hour Sitting]

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Shiki Japanese Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (107)

$A41 to $A100

Japanese

Adelaide City Centre

About the restaurant

Located on North Terrace in the heart of Adelaide’s CBD, Shiki is the city's most elegant Japanese Teppanyaki restaurant offering an authentic experience that celebrates the beauty of the four seasons. At Shiki—meaning "Four Seasons" in Japanese—each dish is guided by nature’s rhythm, crafted with precision, and presented with refined flair. Enjoy the theatre of teppanyaki as our skilled chefs prepare premium ingredients like Australian seafood and Wagyu beef right before your eyes. Our seasonal menus reflect a deep respect for Japanese culinary traditions while embracing the best produce from Australia, Japan, and beyond. Whether you're joining us for an intimate dinner or an exclusive group celebration, every detail—from the interactive dining experience to our extensive sake selection—is designed to delight.

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LisaGold

Dined 5 days ago

Great experience shared with like minded strangers who weren’t strangers at the end of the night. Food, chef and wait staff all provided exceptional service. Not cheap, but well worth paying for the quality of the food and the teppanyaki experience. Would return again.

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4.6

4.6 (739)

$A40 and under

Café

Adelaide City Centre

About the restaurant

When you enter through our garden gates, the perfect brunch and lunch venue awaits. Open 7 days, this quaint & quirky wonderland, overgrown with leaves & vines, creates the perfect backdrop to enjoy your wholesome dishes, coffee, cocktail and wines.

Dine in the garden or get cosy inside next to the fire. We take cafe bookings for groups of up to 16 people across a range of indoor & outdoor tables.

If there is no availability for your preferred day or time, we have a limited number of seats available for walk-ins only - please be mindful there may be a wait on walk-in availability during busy periods! If you need to make a modification or cancel a current cafe booking please use the link provided in your OpenTable confirmation email.

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Gavin

Dined on 17 Oct 2026

Breakfast was amazing (Turkish eggs), the best breakfast in a long time. The cafe has a really cute vibe with friendly, efficient staff. We loved the huge tree growing outside the toilet area. Definitely need to book on weekends.

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4.6

4.6 (495)

$A40 and under

Mediterranean

Adelaide City Centre

About the restaurant

A Mediterranean fusion from Morrocco to the Middle East.

A place where flavour, fun, family and friends come first.

Group Bookings welcome.

Please note:
During dinner service, bookings of seven or more guests are required to enjoy our $79 Feed Me menu.
During lunch service, bookings of 10 or more guests are required to enjoy our $79 Feed Me menu.

Please visit our website directly to make your booking - www.oliverestaurant.com.au

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Rachel

Dined 2 days ago

Delicious food, great cocktails, and impeccable service. I've been twice in the last month, and both visits have been exceptional.

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Dinner Standard Booking

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4.5

4.5 (693)

$A40 and under

Thai

Prospect

About the restaurant

Set in a beautiful Art Deco building in the thriving heart of Prospect, Rosemont Hall is the perfect spot for friendly lunches, fun times and casual get togethers.

Outside, come for a fresh juice and a healthy Asian salad, while the kids play in the plush laneway and garden. Then stay for dinner in our beautiful restaurant and get transported to 1920’s Hong Kong.

When it comes to food, there is plenty to choose from- whether it’s a meat platter from Mr Chan or a selection of delicious snacks with a wine in hand. We are all about keeping it casual, but also offer table service for dinner in the main “hall”. Think local seafood, roasted meats, dim sum and stir-fry’s straight from the wok.

Don’t miss this suburban dining destination and home away from home in Adelaide’s beautiful inner-north.

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Taylor

Dined 4 days ago

An amazing venue with a great ambience. All the staff were very attentive and didn’t miss a beat. The food and drinks were outstanding, my party all got the shared banquet which we found that every single dish was just amazing. We will definitely be returning soon!

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Egg Net Spring Rolls

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Cheeseburger Spring Rolls (2)

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4.5

4.5 (242)

$A41 to $A100

Italian

Adelaide City Centre

About the restaurant

Roma is a modern Italian Restaurant, Deli and Piazza. A place where everyone is welcome.

A casual, fun, inviting alfresco dining experience in the heart of the city. A space in the city where you can meet with friends, family, and colleagues and enjoy a delicious meal in our restaurant, or drinks and snacks in our Rome inspired piazza.

Group Bookings welcome.

Please note:
During dinner service, bookings of seven or more guests are required to enjoy our $79 Feed Me menu.
During lunch service, bookings of 10 or more guests are required to enjoy our $79 Feed Me menu.

All day dining from 11.30am, Monday – Saturday.
We can’t wait to welcome you to Roma!

Please visit our website directly to make your booking - www.romaadelaide.com.au

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Fiona

Dined 1 day ago

Great venue and food. Would recommend to family and friends

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A la Carte Dinner

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A la Carte Lunch

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Pantry on Prospect

4.5

4.5 (74)

$A41 to $A100

Modern Australian

Prospect

About the restaurant

Your neighbourhood restaurant and wine bar, where the best products from South Australia and around the world come together on the plate and in the pantry.
Indulge your senses in our restaurant or browse the pantry and enjoy your own delicious creations at home.
POP in for a spot of shopping, a delicious meal or a glass of South Australia's finest.

Top review

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Chris

Dined 2 days ago

Food was amazing and service was fantastic. Will definitely be coming back to try the rest of the menu. Highly recommend

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