2015
10 January 2015 One little Sister - "The pizzas .. will make a diehard misty-eyed. The base is a cracker" Our summary HERE
17 January 2015 Cliche Exhibition - "... delivers decent bistro eating in a lively atmosphere at a reasonable price." Our summary HERE
24 January 2015 Patch Kitchen and Garden - "Keeping everyone happy seems the overarching philosophy here ... worth a visit whether you have children or not" Our summary HERE
31 January 2015 China Chilli - "This Sichuan specialist sticks to its guns. That means it packs some serious heat, of course, and that the amount of tripe and intestines on offer might be more than some can stomach." Our summary HERE
7 February 2015 The Jungle - "A fabricated paradise for carnivores, children and those who find sitting down for a normal meal out deadly dull." Our summary HERE
14 February 2015 Delicatessen Kitchen & Bar - "The honest cooking and authentic character of this Parisian style bistro makes it a welcome addition to Adelaide's restaurant mix". Our summary HERE
21 February 2015 Fino Seppeltsfield - "Fino's second home in the Barossa is bigger and smarter, but still based on the values that made the original so beloved.". Our summary HERE
28 February 2015 2KW - "Flavours are bold and sunny, driven by a surprising amount of spice, and fit perfectly with the setting." Our summary HERE
7 March 2015 The Crane - "The Crane needs to make some major changes, I think, if it's going to see too many more summers." Our summary HERE
14 March 2015 Madame Hanoi - "[The] take on Vietnamese flavours is aromatic, harmonious and precise, rather than the rough-and-tumble os a street-food diner." Our summary HERE
21 March 2015 The Old Vine - "It's happy days at The Old Vine in Aldinga with generous, sunny cooking and a seat under a tree." Our summary HERE
28 March 2015 Mayflower Restaurant and Bar - "The Mayflower feels an opportunity lost, a bright idea stymied by a dud room and the dead hand of the 'hotel way'." Our summary HERE
4 April 2015 Fasta Pasta - "My boy, normally a pasta fied, takes two moutfuls and pushed it away. ... he'll need convincing to come back anytime soon." Our summary HERE
11 April 2015 Ichitaro - "For a greater appreciation of the intricacies and artistry that makes Japanese food so special, Ichiharo is as good a place as any to start." Our summary HERE
18 April 2015 Olea - "... the pillars of Greek cooking - lamb, lemon, olives and, yes, garlic, are a constant thread. ... The wood grill has done wonderful things ..." Our summary HERE
23 May 2015 Coriole - "At its best the food is totally convincing and a match for the best of this or any other of our regional diners." Our summary HERE
30 May 2015 Bar Torino - "This is the city's most convincing, most complete tapas/bar experience." Our summary HERE
6 June 2015 The Glasshouse Hotel - "Given the track record of those involved , the cooking this night has shown a disappointing lack of care. A new menu is on the way and hopefully this time it will be change for the better." Our summary HERE
13 June 2015 L'Atelier Gourmand - "L'Atelier Gourmand's blend of home-style French cooking and eneral bonhomie makes it the sort of community eatery most people would like to have close at hand." Our summary HERE
4 July 2015 Windy Point Restaurant - "Windy Point may seem old-fashioned to some but generations of Adelaideans have headed there for special occasions." Our summary HERE
11 July 2015 Kangkong - "Share a long table and cherry-pick Japanese, Sri Lankan and Filipino flavours." Our summary HERE
18 July 2015 Rumi Palace - "Be sure to include a rice dish. ... Ah, the eggplant. ... a humble veg turned to something so luscious it feels a little naughty to keep digging in." Our summary HERE
25 July 2015 The Elbow Room - "Where the entrees show a preference for Asian flavours, the larger paltes are bistro-central, with a quick visit to the taverna around the corner." Our summary HERE
1 August 2015 Papa Rich - "Yes. this is one big franchise that comes in a shiny and slightly soulles package. For all of that, much of the food and drink is surprisingly authentic." Our summary HERE
8 August 2015 La Rambla - "... it comes as close as anyone here to delivering an authentic Spanish bar experience. ... a lineup of classics ... are reproduced faithfully." Our summary HERE
12 August 2015 Lickerish - "While the setting might be casual and the main menu always includes a steak sandwich and pasta, as well as the pizzas, John’s specials board is a constant source of surprise." Our summary HERE
12 August 2015 82 Thai - "The authentic approach ... means flavours are kept in proper balance, rather than tilting to the sweetness that many places clearly feel has a broader appeal." Our summary HERE
12 August 2015 Nghi Ngan Quan - "The flavours and value-for-money are still the same but the restaurant is now a more contemporary package." Our summary HERE
12 August 2015 Hispanic Mechanic - "... the attraction is on trend Mexican and South American cooking, at its best fresh, vibrant and showing lovely underlying spice." Our summary HERE
15 August 2015 Ginza Miyako - "Ginza's sales pitch is 'traditional Japanese freshness and flavours using modern techniques with a French influence'. It's a formula that has worked brilliantly in the right hands ... The problem, on this night at least, is that the precision and restraint that are the hallmarks of Japanese cooking have gone missing." Our summary HERE
22 August 2015 Cucina Nuova - "Yes, Cucna Nuovo ticks many of the boxes for a family restaurant. It's quick, affordable and does its level best to keep everyone happy. But if you're looking for proper Italian cooking ... there are many better options elsewhere." Our summary HERE
29 August 2015 Gondola Gondola - "... the food is .. vibrant, generou and full of good intentions." Our summary HERE
5 September 2015 Cos 18 Leigh - "Cos, then, is a conundrum, falling down in areas that should be strengths, but finding redemption in some more ambitiou cooking. In a changing world, I'm not sure that is enough." Our summary HERE
12 September 2015 Nghi Ngan Quan - "One of Adelaide's favourite Vietnamese restaurants has had a change of setting but it cooking has loast none of its appeal." Our summary HERE
19 September 2015 BISTRO Dom - "Celebrity and fashion are all-powerful motivators in this contemporary, connected world and Bistro Dom seems to have fallen off the wave. It has a good chef but no presence. The new management team is determined to do something about it. Stay tuned." Our summary HERE
26 September 2015 New Local Eatery - "It is unassuming, honest and full of good intentions." Our summary HERE
3 October 2015 Mt Lofty Ranges Vineyard - "With panoramic views and a fresh vibe on a vineyard menu, there's plenty to see at Mt Lofty - including a chef to watch" Our summary HERE
10 October 2015 Osteria Oggi - "The best seafood dish I've eaten in ages. ... heart felt cooking." Our summary HERE
24 October 2015 Betel Leaf Cafe - "An unassuming little Asian cafe in the western suburbs fits the bill at the end of a long, hot day." Our summary HERE
17 October 2015 Si Senorita - "paella ... what arrives at out table in a large, flat pan s a mustard-coloured gruel. The rice grains have disintegrated and turned into a concentrated, salty saffron-heavy gloop" Our summary HERE
31 October 2015 Amalfi Pizzeria Ristorante - "Amalfi is a bona fide Adelaide institution. ... as appealing as it has ever been." Our summary HERE
7 November 2015 En Japanese - "From dried stingray to crispy prawns, the food at En Japanese is made for snacking with beer and sake." Our summary HERE
14 November 2015 Magill Estate Kitchen - "For prices around those asked in many ordinary cafes and pubs, you can eat some of the most beautifully plated, seasonally aware, unfussy food going around. I'd head back in a flash." Our summary HERE
2014
1 November 2014 Hill off Grace - "... exciting cooking is served alongside elite Henschke wines in a formal setting." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Golden Boy - "... stylish ... some broader South East Asian influences without sacrificing any of the authentic edge in dishes" Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Jasmin - "... exemplary food, ambience and service." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Farraja - "... has the feel good factor at every turn ... food that aims to please more than impress." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Kenji - "... a master craftsman can be appreciated in the perfection of his sushi and sashimi ... exotic ingredients, and unlikely combinations, creating magic ..." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 From Orient - ".. serenity and style ... refined cooking". Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Beyond India - "... spice flavour that span the sub-continent from north to south." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Shanker's - "... a temple of Indian food ... vibrant spicy dishes of India's south." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Parana - "The concise menu centres on traditional dishes which are aromatic, intensely flavoured, colourful and affordable." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 fermentAsian - "... one of the state's best dining experiences: outstanding zinging-fresh Vietnamese and South ast Asian fare ..." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Ruby Red Flamingo - "... the brightest, bubbliest Italian restaurant in town." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Pizza e Mozzarella Bar - "Stick to the rustic shaped, charred pizzas ..." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Andre's Cucina - "... a smart restaurant with a casual, buzzy style." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Jamie's Italian - "... an easy-to-love serve of Italian cucina in the grandest of settings". Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Auge - "Auge has shifted away from worshipful focus on haute cuisine to more homely Italian fare." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Little NNQ - "... delights with its freshness and vibrant flavours". Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Chianti Classico - "for many years one of Adelaide's best run restaurants of any type, Chianti has excited us with a new produce driven agenda..." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Stranded Store - "... it does everything a good cafe should ... his cooking consistently over delivers." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 The Ghan Kebab House - "Friendly, affordable and true to its origins... Kebabs, curries and rice dishes are all fabulous". Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 The Daniel O.Connell - "... menu is full of fascinating contradictions on paper that somehow work on the plate." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 The Highway - "Pub favourites are all there, as well as the French bistro and South-East Asian influences that seem the kitchen's sweet spot." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 The Lion Hotel - "In the relative serene confines of the restaurant, the menu ... begins and ends with some real boundary-pushing, while the mains are a more conservative bunch." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 The Stirling Hotel - "... a choice of a la carte and several degustation options that show plenty of ambition." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 The Victory Hotel - "Famed for its fish and chips ... The vibe is busy, bright and buzzy" Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Borsa Pasta Cucina - "... this new restaurant sets out to restore the dignity of a frequently abused Italian staple." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 George's on Waymouth - "... has expanded its offering from a bedrock of traditional Italian fare tp include more innovative dishes". Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Peel St - "... fusion fare - robust flavours derived from a cornucopia of super fresh ingredients". Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Press Food and Wine - "... casual downstairs tables ... more elegant surroundings upstairs." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Devour Cafe and Patisserie - "Home to capital A awesome desserts". Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Flinders Street Project - "... simple food done well". Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Hey Jupiter - ".. taken the humble sandwich to new heights". Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 La Moka - "... cosy cafe by day and aperitivo bar by nght". Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Minestra - "... simple heartfelt food at this corner cafe". Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Yakarori Takumi - "This authentic yakitori specialist is terrific fun." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Appellation at the Louise - "... regularly evolving menu concentrates on the state's best produce, with regional elements a highlight." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Fino - "... seemingly straightforward dishes sing with complex flavours". Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Hentley Farm - "A shorter 'menu du jour' will give you a taste of the potential here, but it's worth investing the time and money in the full Discovery package". Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Leonards Mill - "... have gone about their work quietly, tracking down producers and developing dishes that, if you look closely, are incredibly dedtailed. Better, though, to sit back and enjoy." Our summary HERE
1 November 2014 Pipers of Penola - "... familiar ingredients, nothing to 'cheffy', but exemplary technique and enough clever, contemporary touches to make this a special night out." Our summary HERE
4 November 2014 Orana - "A thrilling adventure from start to finish in a menu that shows off Australia's native ingredients like never before." Our summary HERE
8 November 2014 Fire on Unley - "Fire on Unley might be a bit of a culinary mashup but it is warm, well-run and a great place to gather." Our summary HERE
8 November 2014 Jarmer's - "... hospitable easy-going diner ... menu has something for everyone" Our summary HERE
15 November 2014 Sean's Kitchen - "The buzz, the solid cooking, the number of choices, all make for an appealing package." Our summary HERE
22 November 2014 Mestizo - "... based around ten 'piqueos', Peru's version of the share=plate. ... Mestizo is different, quirky in parts, but very likeable all the same". Our summary HERE
29 November 2014 Cinnamon Club - "Adelaide has many Indian restaurants with plusher furniture, better wine lists, perhaps even more convincing curries. But it's the other bits that set Cinnamon Club apart. ... certainly one to watch." Our summary HERE
5 December 2014 Sukhumvit Soi 38 - "... in a year of significant new openings in Adelaide, this new eatery is one of the most welcome." Our summary HERE
12 December 2014 Africola - "For such a young restaurant, Africola is already confident and convincing, with a likable vibe." Our summary HERE
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