Five to Try: Best brunch spots revealed across Adelaide
Too late for breakfast, too early for lunch … let’s do brunch! At these five cafes, brunch is the most important meal of the day.
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Too late for breakfast, too early for lunch … let’s do brunch! At these five cafes, brunch is the most important meal of the day.
Cafe Komodo
Down a tight laneway covered in greenery lies Cafe Komodo, a haven of good food and even better vibes.
Cafe Komodo is tucked away in its own world and has a quiet, relaxed vibe and on the odd occasion there is live music playing as you enjoy brunch.
The menu, including all-day breakfast, is packed with classics made fresh, from eggs on toast to a schnitzel.
While the food is good, it’s not the star of the show. The joy of Cafe Komodo is spending time with a friend or loved one in a relaxed environment free of the hustle and bustle of its surrounds while enjoying a humble meal.
It threatened to shut its doors last year, but was saved by new owners.
118 Prospect Rd, Prospect
Pavé Cafe
People have been flocking to Norwood’s tree-lined main drag, The Parade, for generations. But where do the locals go for their caffeine hit?
This little pocket cafe has proven to be a favourite among the eastern-suburbs set. The coffee lives up to expectations – the smoothies surpass them.
If you’re seeking a spicy start to their day, the chilli crab scrambled eggs is the perfect place to start.
Health conscious folk can grab a turmeric latte with their smashed avo. Meanwhile, a Recovery Roll is perfect for anyone who has just rolled out of bed for the sole reason of filling their stomach with something to absorb the remnants of the night before.
138b The Parade, Norwood
Joe’s Henley Beach
It’s an institution of the western suburbs and Joe’s Henley Beach continues to pop to mind of many in search of a scrumptious breakfast.
While “Joe”’ left a while ago, his mantra of being able to walk up from the beach for good food and drinks remains.
Once known as Joe’s Kiosk, the modernised eatery owned by Roberto Cardone and Mark Balnaves since 2017, attracts a regular morning crew of beach walkers, dog owners and locals for its well-made coffee, smashed avo and a particular favourite – brekkie tacos.
It’s hard to beat beachfront dining, especially when you offer high quality food for a fair price.
Esplanade, Henley Beach
The Middle Store
This family run cafe, from one-time MasterChef finalist Rose Adam, has been a foodies haven in the south for about a decade.
If you’re ready to branch out from bacon and egg rolls, The Middle Store has you covered. Inspired by the family’s Lebanese heritage, customers can enjoy kofta burgers, zaatar man’oushe (Lebanese flatbread) and hummus bagels, alongside a selection of other delicious specials, that will immediately transport you from Melrose Park to the Middle East.
Bacon and eggs still more your kind of thing? No worries, they do that, too. And don’t get us started on their coffee – nicely brewed and their latte art is always on point.
118 Winston Ave, Melrose Park
Cactus Kangaroo Island
This hidden gem located on Kingscote’s main street has a menu bursting with fresh ingredients and bold flavours.
From the moment you enter Cactus you are greeted by the friendliest staff. There’s something for every kind of brunch-lover, from the classic smashed avo to a delicious Mexican-inspired plate complete with a bean and cheese quesadilla, chorizo and a heaping of guac.
With plenty of local producers highlighted on the menu, you can rest assured that your
mid morning meal is supporting South Australian farmers.
P. S: If you don’t make it in time for brunch their lunch offerings are equally yum.
54 Dauncey St, Kingscote
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