15 cafes to try: A guide to the popular cafes in and around Adelaide for cyclists
Cycling and coffee go together like wine and cheese. With the Tour Down Under in progress, we hunted out some of SA’s favourite bike rest stops to get your caffeine fix.
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Heading down to the Tour Down Under and want to visit the cafes South Australian cyclists love best?
Look no further than our top 15 most popular cafes among cyclists across Adelaide.
Weather you’re in the CBD, hills or down south, there’s a place on this list for you.
Find out our top picks below and add them to your TDU journey.
KOM Coffee
355 Anzac Highway, Plympton
Owners Fernanda Gomez and Daniel Valencia serve dozens of cyclists each day at Kings of the Mountain (KOM) Cafe.
“During the week different groups come by but Friday is cycling day so we can get as many as 35 on Fridays I would say,” Ms Gomez said.
The cafe opened in 2017 and specialises in Colombian coffee and encourage patrons to indulge in a taste of South America.
For a break in your riding you can park your bike out front and treat yourself to some Colombia cuisine such as empanadas, traditional Colombian breakfasts and more.
Uraidla Bike Cafe
1195 Greenhill Road, Uraidla
Tucked up in the Adelaide Hills you’ll find Uraidla Bike Cafe which is open throughout the Tour Down Under and will be at the finish line for the Singapore Airlines Women’s Stage 2: Birdwood to Uraidla on January 16.
The cafe boasts heart focaccias and home cooked brunches as well as delicious coffee and herbal teas.
Red Berry Espresso
2 L’Estrange Street, Glenside
If you’re riding back from the Adelaide Hills, you will have to give Red Berry Espresso a try. The cafe sources coffee beans from across the globe which are then lovingly roasted daily.
The cafe are host to many cyclists and for very good reason — good coffee, good location and great service.
The Local Coffee Shop
Shop 1/121 The Cove Road, Hallett Cove
Heading down south, there’s a coffee shop right by the bike track on the coast of Hallett Cove.
At The Local Coffee Shop, you’ll find fresh juices, homemade breakfasts and lunches as well as delicious coffee.
Their one of the best places to fuel your journey and take a break from peddling along the breathtaking Hallett Cove coast.
Pavé Cafe
138b The Parade, Norwood
Fancy a stop in Norwood? Pavé Cafe is not one to miss.
Try one of their delectable freshly baked muffins, crepes or juices. There are options for those really hungry or those just wanting a light snack before putting pedal to the metal.
Hey Jupiter
11 Ebenezer Place, Adelaide
A CBD favourite, Hey Jupiter is a little taste of France here in Adelaide.
Come in the morning after your ride for a coffee or a croissant or later in the day for delights such as steak frites and freshly shucked oysters.
There’s always a few bikes parked out front and a few riders refuelling.
Coffee On Pinks
124 Halifax Street
Coffee On Pinks gives you the best of both worlds in the cycling world.
It’s on the same site as the Bicycle Express store so you can buy all your needs for your bike and your journey as well as stop for a drink and something to eat in the meantime.
The cafe serves coffee and pastries as well as salad bowls and fruit cups for something on the lighter side.
The Cudlee Cafe
2297 Gorge Road, Cudlee Creek
The Cudlee Cafe is a huge favourite for cyclists in the hills.
It’s open for breakfast and lunch, offering housemade goods such as lasagne, curries and sandwiches.
After your stop at the cafe, off you go on your ride in the hills toward Gumeracha, Mount Torrens or Birdwood to catch the women’s race on January 16.
The Cottage Bakery
196 Main Road, McLaren Vale
In the heart of McLaren Vale is The Cottage Bakery, a popular spot for cyclists as the ride through the wine region.
The bakery is family owned and operating, serving breakfast as well as offering a wide variety of pies, pasties, cakes and other goodies.
Cockles Cafe
4/33 North Terrace, Port Elliot
Located on the main strip of Port Elliot is Cockles Cafe.
If you’re cycling around the coast, why not stop off and try some apple crumble pancakes or a cockles burger?
While in the area, you could check out the men’s race on January 19 from Brighton to Victor Harbor and catch the riders as they finish.
Ride Contour
134-144 Hutt Street, Adelaide
Opening just in time for the Tour Down Under is Ride Contour on Hutt Street.
The store and cafe is situated in a unique location under an old petrol station awning.
While cracking open a cold beer of washing down a good cup of joe, you can also book in a service for your bike or buy some cycling gear.
McCue’s Bakery
60 Adelaide Road, Murray Bridge
This popular cyclist spot is known for their wide range of savoury and sweet baked goods.
The cafe is known for their delicious savoury slices and have even made savoury slice keyrings as they are so popular.
From quiches to cream buns to sweet slices, McCues Bakery is a good spot to stop off, rest and treat yourself on your ride.
The Velo Precinct
140 Fullarton Road, Rose Park
In the middle of the Victoria Park racecourse is the The Velo Precinct.
If you’re in town catching the men’s and women’s races during the Tour Down Under, stop off at the popular cafe for a good brekkie or Italian-style sandwich.
You are welcome to park your bike and sit in the outdoor area on the verge of the grandstand overlooking the eastern parklands.
Melo Cafe
1/1 Longview Road, Windsor Gardens
Melo Cafe is a vision of lush greenery and brilliant brunches.
They cafe is filled with plants and serves up big breakfasts, smoothie bowls, fluffy pancakes and excellent coffee.
The cafe is popular for cyclists riding around Lower North East Road and North East Road and is a good one to visit riding up into the hills.
The Coffee Cup
1222 Grand Junction Road, Hope Valley
Another good stop if you’re riding into the hills is The Coffee Cup.
Highlights of The Coffee Cup’s menu are the smashed avo, varieties of eggs Benedict flavours and a huge lunch menu.
Did we miss your favourite cafe? Let us know in the comments.
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