Australian cuisine: the best places to taste it in Kingscote

18 restaurant menus in Australia, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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About Thyme
About Thyme
100/100 (1 ratings)
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Emu Ridge Cafe
Emu Ridge Cafe
95/100 (808 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Cafe
Fast Food
Australian
Bar
Fast food
Bar
Pub
Pub
Cafe
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Burger
Salad
Café
Australian
Bar
Pub
Café
Fast food
Takeout
Wheelchair Accessible
Private Dining
Street Parking
Playgrounds
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Reservations
Dog Friendly
Seating
Outdoor Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
Chocol'art & Coffee
Chocol'art & Coffee
92/100 (168 ratings)
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
Cafe
Australian
Lunch
"Great staff and service with some of the best coffee going around! A must visit on..."
Lucy Waterhouse
"Had the cutest decoration on top of my delicious cup of Mocha yesterday. Wish I could add a photo, you'll just have to go in and order one yourself!..."
Andrea Compton
"Beat coffee on the Island. Great atmosphere. Lovely..."
Jeff Norton
"Best vanilla latte's around. Excellent customer service. Cafe has a friendly and homely..."
Debbi Paxton
"I've been in adelaide for 3 weeks and can't find a good flat white . Then I came 2 kingscote and find the best coffee Iv had since leaving nz......"
Ngahuia Tahau
"Have to say it is the best coffee I have tasted since arriving on KI. Definitely coming back before we leave. This time it will be sit down...."
Leo G Cox
"Great shop lovely people and awesome drinks, beautiful art, and sweets well done guys..."
Nina Tydeman
"My safety place at K-Island. I love your style, coffee and kindness. Sharing stories about traveling and so on was amazing, you inspired me! I'm..."
Hannah Björnsson
"Had a soy mocha and it was probably one of the best I have ever..."
Alyce Buick
"Every time we are on KI, I make sure to get a coffee whilst viewing Pete Nash's..."
Stephen Mitchell
"Great place and atmosphere, coffee as we like it and owners as we also like it, friendly and..."
Denise Branson
"The coffee, chocolate and staff filled in the missing piece of the KI experience..."
Geoff Holloway
"Best ever choloate experience... the "Velvetini" is a must..."
June Copeman
"Unreal coffee! Super smooth and a nice medium blend! The owner Pete was also super friendly and gave us lots of tips! I wish this was a coffee shop..."
Jennifer Brady
"A wonderful little place on the Main Street of Kingscote. Fantastic atmosphere, great music, but most importantly, perfect..."
Adrian Pich
"Lovely coffee and the boys had a mango smoothie which the server (owner?) was kind enough to split and serve in two glasses! We also had some very..."
Nigel Doyle
"Lovely experience in the shop, beautiful coffee and beautiful owners. Nice little local experience well worth the..."
Michael Collins
"Great Coffee, friendly service, Children..."
Happydriving Joe (happydrivingjoe)
"Great aesthetic and atmosphere in this small cafe. The baristas are well trained and can produce good coffee. Good selection of deserts and is a nice..."
Brandon Tippett
"Good coffee and snacks. Friendly, efficient..."
Zeglar “Zeg” Fergus
"Great friendly service and always up for a good conversation. Delightful Chocolate truffles and the BEST coffee I have had. I tell all my friends..."
A P
Frogs & Roses
Frogs & Roses
92/100 (716 ratings)
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Cafe
Pizza
Australian
Cafe
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Lunch
Brunch
Cheesecakes
Salad
Cheesecake
Café
Australian
Café
Pizza
Reservations
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Brunch
Lunch
Mid-range
"Really pleased we found this place. We had the chicken salad which was delicious. I loved the pear in it. The chicken was super tender and tasty. My..."
Aly Flaherty
"Delicious food and amazing service!! A must place to come and dine!! One of the best pizzas I have had in a very long time..."
Alana Sutherland
"I've never had a bad pizza & I've had a few!! Loving the new coffee machine & atmosphere is so cool!! Very relaxing & great staff. Cheers girls..."
Kass Brown
"Loved the quirkiness, the eclectic decor and the friendliness of the staff! The pizza we ordered was also delicious. A lot of places won’t do a..."
Joyce Clarke
"So glad we found this place, amazing food and even better hospitality. Like going home to Mum's! Loved..."
Ashly Lock
"A beautiful setting, delicious pizza and lovely service. Wish I had saved room for the cheesecake that looked amazing... next time! I'll be back...."
Alyce Buick
"Beautiful coffee and amazing cheesecake. Lovely and friendly staff make this place a perfect stop on K.I..."
Tamara Plews
"Relaxed, comfy environment - just like home if truth be told � and cheesecake to die for..."
Jenny Nagorcka
"So glad a local recommended this little place! It was so good we visited twice during our stay on KI. Delicious pizzas made with fresh produce from..."
Natasha Hunt
"Awesome Garden Centre offering fairly priced plants, and scrubs etc. Awesome food and service in the Cafe..."
Char Pahl
"Just enjoying my takeaway quince cheesecake I purchased today....amazing! Beautiful balance of flavours and not too sweet! Loving the base! Great job..."
Amy Hagerstrom
"The best pizza I've ever had! Was so impressed and that mango cheesecake is the best!!! Highly..."
Penelope Ledet
The Odd Plate
The Odd Plate
92/100 (140 ratings)
Restaurants
Fusion
Vegetarian Friendly
Contemporary
Australian
Contemporary
Fusion
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Contemporary
Australian
Fusion
Serves Alcohol
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Dinner
Mid-range
Cafe Scrumptious
Cafe Scrumptious
92/100 (183 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Cafe
Afghani
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Cafe
Healthy
Afghan
Australian
Pizza
Healthy
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Pesto
Pasta
Salad
Sit down
Healthy
Café
Australian
Pizza
Afghan
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
Amadio's Vino E Cucina - Kangaroo Island
Amadio's Vino E Cucina - Kangaroo Island
91/100 (233 ratings)
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Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Seafood
Pizza
Italian
Seafood
Australian
Healthy
Italian
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Italian
Healthy
Seafood
Australian
Bar
Pub
Pizza
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Dinner
Mid-range
Gastronomo Dining
Gastronomo Dining
91/100 (71 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Mediterranean
Australian
Australian
Dinner
Lunch
Prawn Ravioli
Kingfish Ceviche
Heritage Bomb Alaska with Fig Leaf Oil Balsamic & Mulberry Compote
American River Oysters with Mulberry Ponzu
Prawn Cocktail with a Modern Twist
Lamb with Mint and Pearl Couscous
Meringue with Fig Syrup and Cream
Mediterranean
Australian
Outdoor Seating
Private Dining
Beach
Reservations
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Accepts Credit Cards
Dinner
Lunch
Fine Dining
Cactus - Coffee, Food, Bar
Cactus - Coffee, Food, Bar
91/100 (1063 ratings)
Quick Bites
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe
Fusion
Contemporary
Cafe
Contemporary
Fusion
Australian
Australian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Breakfast
Brunch
Drinks
Salad
Juice & Smoothies
Cakes
Salmon
Lamb
Pesto
Sandwiches
Ragu
Tapas
Tacos
Noodle
Beef
Toasts
Dumplings
Pancakes
Juice & Smoothies
BLT
Pasta
Café
Café
Fusion
Contemporary
Australian
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Takeout
Street Parking
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"Congratulations Cactus on consistently providing the best service, coffee, breakfast and lunch in town - beautiful fresh produce and great..."
Tamsin Wendt
"Wow wow wow ... great vibe ... sensational food and a coffee snobs haven. Well done 👍 you guys have nailed it..."
Sophie Sheridan
"What a stunning gem of a restaurant - perfection in all areas. The food just so fresh & delicious & presented beautifully, fresh pressed juices - so..."
Cathy Fowler
"Best dumplings I’ve ever eaten...and I’ve eaten many a dumpling! So glad y’all are bringing such great food to..."
Sarah Strong-Law
"Fantastic breakfast; fresh delicious food, great range of coffee and juice choices and excellent friendly service. Definately value for..."
Lucy N Darryl Williams
"Had a wonderful staff show with loads of delicious food great price and very helpful and polite customer..."
Melissa Holman
"I have dined at Cactus twice, and pre-ordered a vegetarian dish. They accommodated me without fuss and the meal was..."
Char Pahl
"Best dumplings I've ever had �. Just what kingscote was needing. Awesome food and friendly..."
Kate Spring
"BLT and coffee was absolutely to die for! Accomadates for children as well. Highly..."
Robyn Collins
"Yum!! Fantastic food and coffee, laid back atmosphere, great service with a smile! Just what Kingscote needed, all the best..."
Chantelle Lehmann
"Best TEA in town! As a tea drinker I often sit impatiently waiting for the coffee/babycinos to be drunk - I rarely order tea when I am out as cafes..."
Rikki Andrews
"Nice friendly service, clean, great breakfast at good price. Coffee smelled good, great set up, can interact with customers, I liked..."
Gail Blount
"Very nice food, wait time is about 15 minute. They don’t have a huge selection of food on menu but those on the menu are delicious. Highly..."
Douglas Dann
"Location and dining was great. They had a few vegetarian options to choose from which was amazing! Their vegetarian quesadilla was great! Their latte..."
Somain Gupta
"We ordered: - Special dish: Poached egg with smashed avocado. 🙂 Fresh. If having egg sauce on top, it would be better. I do not think that mayo is..."
Cadimi
"Stopped in for a coffee and couldn’t resist grabbing a bite to eat as the menu sounded so good. Was not disappointed at all, the quesadilla was one..."
Dee Latte
"Cactus Cafe is a gorgeous little gem in Kingscote. The coffee is great and the food is amazing. In our group we had the corn fritters, fig and almond..."
Leanne Sampson
"My favourite place for breakfast or lunch. Food always tastes as great as it looks. Reasonable prices and fantastic daily specials. Service is..."
Marilyn Masani
"Fast friendly service. Limited menu, but the selection is good. Prices are reasonable and the place is presented nicely. Bonus: Outdoor dining is..."
Robert Ardill
"Arrived at the Cactus close to closing time. We weren't turned away which was a relief. My partner and I had the Bao Buns which were divine. The..."
Vera Komar
Amanda's Take Away
Amanda's Take Away
89/100 (287 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
Australian
Fast Food
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Grill
Grill
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Fish
Burger
Gyros
Grill
Fast food
Australian
Seating
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"One of the only places open late afternoon Easter Sunday. Clean booths, great tasting chicken and plain burger with chips. The eat in booths would be..."
warwick bardsley
"Lovely atmosphere. Shame NO Pineapple fritters or Steak sandwiches which I was definitely looking forward to having. Guy serving was very efficient..."
Elaine B
"Visited the island for a week and went here every night for dinner! such good food and lovley workers. Definetly give this place a go if you're in..."
Amber Louise
"One of the best yiros I’ve had. Lush in meat! Rotisserie chicken was delicious too. Thanks for keeping your shop open later than the rest to take..."
K C
"This place is actually quite big and you can dine inside since they have a few tables. I love the variety of foods sold here, from your normal..."
Choc Pudding
Roger's Deli
Roger's Deli
89/100 (405 ratings)
Quick Bites
Cafe
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Toasts
Omelette
Sandwiches
Burger
Beef
Salad
"Amazing chesscake, fantastic cofee, wonderful day, best place in..."
Przemysław Bobrowski
"We had a nice coffee and a panini, but the best thing was its customer service, lovely..."
Rocio gb
"Nice variety of things and very friendly staff. Roger made me a very tasty vegetarian focaccia even though it wasn't on display. Thanks for a lovely..."
Nessa Kreusch
"Rogers Cafe is a fabulous, friendly environment. We had breakfast each morning and spoke to Roger who gave us fabulous advice and directions t9 all..."
Steve Dunn
"Staff are fantastic food is always tasty and fresh and love the coffee and atmosphere. My beautiful dog is always welcomed and looked after. Can't..."
Shousharny Xxxx
"Just had a great vegetarian pasta for lunch, with a pot of chamomile tea. Piping hot, tasty, just the right amount of spiciness and served quickly by..."
Les Montanjees
"Love sitting here having a coffee catching up with friends. Staff are wonderful, especially Emily and Ali! Delicious paninis and banana bread etc..."
Rebecca Eden Woods-Shipway
"Fantastic service from roger and the food was fantastic. We ordered omelettes, scrambled eggs, panini and bacon and eggs. Roger also helped us with..."
Jordan Meyers
"Good food and service. The burgers were delicious! We frequented this cafe during our stay on Kangaroo Island. Owner even assisted us with..."
Barbara Cook
Bella Cafe Restaurant & Pizza Bar
Bella Cafe Restaurant & Pizza Bar
88/100 (888 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
Gluten Free Options
Australian
Pizza
Vegan Options
Cafe
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Contemporary
Pizza
Cafe
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
After-hours
Pizza with Everything on It
PIZZAS
Citrus Baked Cheesecake
Beef Cheek Ragu
Lemon meringue
Gluten Free Carbonara
House special
Barbecue Chicken Pizza
Prawns
Fresh Every Day
Bacon and Mushroom
Burger
Pizza Margherita
Macarons
Lasagne
Meatloaf
Beef
Hot Chips
Halloumi
Bologna Pizza
Chicken Kiev
Mediterranean Lamb Pizza
Cakes
Vietnamese Noodle Salad Bowl
Ki Special Pizza
Pasta
Salad
Lamb
Maple Bacon Linguine
Chili
Pesto
Bella Bolognese
Sit down
Café
Pizza
Contemporary
Australian
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Takeout
Reservations
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
Accepts American Express
Table Service
Street Parking
Serves Alcohol
Drinks
Dinner
After-hours
Lunch
Mid-range
Queenscliff
Queenscliff
82/100 (404 ratings)
Restaurants
Australian
Bar
Pub
Australian
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Schnitzel
Halloumi
Garlic Prawns
Fish
Beef
Salad
Prawns
Sit down
Australian
Bar
Pub
Full Bar
Reservations
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Very standard basic pub. Nothing bad to say about the place. Quite accommodating with a 2 year old, happily provided a plastic cup and ice to play..."
Simone Boratto
"The Queenscliff "The Queenie" is an absolute delight. The staff are the Remarkable Rocks of the hospitality lot. Food great. You will return for..."
deirdre mcdowell
"Recommended by the brewery to have good food and didn't disappoint, were booked out but found us a table which was great, good pub..."
Belinda Spier
Kangaroo Island Fresh Seafoods
Kangaroo Island Fresh Seafoods
81/100 (1484 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
Gluten Free Options
Fast food
Fast Food
Seafood
Australian
Cafe
Australian
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Drinks
Calamares
Fish & chips
Fish & Chips
Seafood Platters
Burger
Prawns
Shrimp
Lobster
Cakes
Pesto
Pasta
Fish
Salad
Scallops
Oyster
Calamari
Sit down
Australian
Café
Fast food
Seafood
Seating
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Non-smoking restaurants
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Street Parking
Drinks
Cheap Eats
"Probably one of the best South Australia fish and chips I have tried. Fish is really fresh! Crumble is the best way to cook your..."
Minly L
"Good selection of mostly local fresh seafood. We went for the fresh fish sales rather than the what looks like an excellent cooked fish & chip..."
Simon Baker
"Best fish and chips on the island. Their location maybe deceiving as it's attached to the Caltex petrol station in Kingscote however it's a separate..."
Sasha Sachs
"Nice little shop at the petrol station. Portion is large and oysters are good and fresh. I just drove from American river oyster farm shop and this..."
mian gong
"Absolute fantastic value for money. Quite possibly the best seafood platter ever! The fish perfectly battered, not too heavy and..."
Yvonne
"Not many fresh whole fish and We bought some frozen big prawns and squid. They tastes..."
Catherine B
"Fantastic fresh fish. Great batter. Calamari perfect. Fluffy potato cakes. Crispy chips. Ordered and ate far too much. Thank..."
Brian Ackland
Zone Restaurant & Bar
Zone Restaurant & Bar
77/100 (1061 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Pub
Australian
Australian
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Drinks
Risotto
Mussels
Seafood Platters
Burger
Curry
Prawns
Surf And Turf
Beef
Schnitzel
Paella
Fish & chips
Lamb
Pasta
Pesto
Salad
Scallops
Fish
Calamari
Pork
Bar
Pub
Australian
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Reservations
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Seating
Street Parking
Table Service
Waterfront
Wheelchair Accessible
Buffet
Serves Alcohol
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
The Lighthouse Cafe
The Lighthouse Cafe
75/100 (453 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Quick Bites
Cafe
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
International
Cafe
Australian
Gluten Free Options
International
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Toasts
Burger
Fish
Salad
Sit down
Café
International
Australian
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Street Parking
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Mid-range
"Great friendly service I had lamb shank with chips and gravy and it was great the cappuccino was great as well 😋 👍 👌..."
Alan Botten
"Awesome welcoming and kind greeting when entering the doors. Ordered shank with Chip, a very different combination with chips, which had no words to..."
A James Robert
"Great food and service...."
Hellen McBride
"Does what it says on the tin! Really enjoyed breakfast here, simple and..."
Lilybet Holt
"Great little cafe friendly and helpful staff. Had the big breakfast and next day had the wonderful home made pea and ham soup. Would highly..."
Shirley Veling
Zone Restaurant & Bar
Zone Restaurant & Bar
71/100 (951 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Australian
Pub
Australian
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Pub
Soups
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Brunch
Drinks
Salad
Paella
Scallops
Calamari
Risotto
Fish & chips
Lamb
Pesto
Mussels
Fish
Calamares
Burger
Pork
Fish & Chips
Seafood Platters
Beef
Curry
Prawns
Surf And Turf
Pasta
Schnitzel
Sit down
Australian
Bar
Pub
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Buffet
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Reservations
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Street Parking
Waterfront
Lunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"What an amazingly beautiful old pub building that the reception, restaurant and the sea view rooms are in! The Seaview rooms were beautiful! Plenty..."
Jason Harvey
"Great hotel. I went there to have a relaxing evening. Unfortunately a large group of ‘gentlemen’ were having a buck show on the same night...."
Stephen Webb
Zone Restaurant & Bar
Zone Restaurant & Bar
71/100 (951 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Pub
Australian
Australian
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Drinks
Calamari
Pork
Risotto
Mussels
Seafood Platters
Burger
Curry
Prawns
Surf And Turf
Beef
Schnitzel
Paella
Fish & chips
Lamb
Pasta
Salad
Pesto
Scallops
Fish
Bar
Pub
Australian
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Reservations
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Seating
Street Parking
Table Service
Waterfront
Wheelchair Accessible
Buffet
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Very friendly staff and very accommodating even though we were not guests at the hotel nor had a booking (unlike other restaurants we went to). Was..."
Amy
"The location and the food is amazing! They had a drinks menu but wish there was a separate cocktails menu. Also would have been good if they had more..."
Somain Gupta
"From the reviews we nearly didn’t eat here. So glad we gave it a go. Food was fantastic, the staff gave the kids books and pencils to keep them..."
Emaly Scholefield
"We had decent meals and drinks at the Zone Restaurant. They had quite a few vegan options on their menu, which was appreciated, though sometimes..."
Tegan Whalan
"Louise is Amazing, even tough this place is super busy she manages to serve each and every one great service, food is amazing feels chef put his..."
Adnan Waleed Zafar