Fleurieu restaurants recognised in the inaugural MICHELIN Guide South Australia 2027
Eight restaurants from across the Fleurieu tourism region have been recognised in the first MICHELIN Guide for South Australia. Five are in McLaren Vale, with more in Kangarilla, Aldinga Beach and Port Willunga.
[Add one or two sentences of your own: what this means for the region, and an invitation to plan a visit.]
One MICHELIN Star
Two Fleurieu restaurants earned a star.
Photo: Maxwell Wines
Maxwell Wines
McLaren Vale
Head Chef, Fabian Lehmann serves up a multi-course tasting menu that is a feast of world class quality. Add it to your bucket list.
Photo: Anvers Wines
Anvers Wines
Kangarilla
Located in Kangarilla, where the Adelaide Hills meets the Fleurieu, the Anvers menu takes its cues from the seasons and nearby producers. Settle in for a leisurely lunch, with current and back-vintage Anvers wines paired to bring out the flavours on your plate.
The modern Australian menu combines bold flavours with creative touches, complemented by current and back-vintage Anvers wines. It’s a chance to explore this corner of South Australia through its food and wine.
Bib Gourmand
Photo: South Australian Tourism Commission
Salopian Inn McLaren Vale
McLaren Vale
This art-packed restaurant buzzes with energy, from the bustling kitchen, to multiple dining areas and outdoor seating too. Ingredients are gathered daily from the kitchen garden and dishes are as beautful to look at as they are to eat.
MICHELIN Selected
Five more Fleurieu restaurants made the guide.
Photo: Coriole Vineyards
Coriole Vineyards Restaurant
McLaren Vale
Using produce harvested directly from the restaurants on-site kitchen garden and farm, this is a must try. A stunning experience every time, whether you're dining in a group or more intimate occassion.
Photo: Stefanie Neale
d'Arry's Verandah Restaurant
McLaren Vale
The towering d'Arenberg Cube gets alot of attention, but there's a hidden culinary gem nearby that has a loyal following all of its own. d'Arrys Verandah Restaurant looks out over vineyards and is a lovely place for a long lunch (or intimate date)
Photo: Hey Gents
Little Wolf Osteria at Mitolo Wines
McLaren Vale
Long, convival lunches don't get better than a seat here. Their menu is all house made. house grown and made with locally sourced produce - cooked over the alpine wood hearth and Italian brick oven. Dishes are best shared.
Photo: South Australian Tourism Commission
Pearl
Aldinga Beach
Situated right on sands of Aldinga Beach, this is a coastal gem. A custom-built charcoal grill sits at the heart of the cooking, with the menu changing to reflect the season and the day’s catch. Sustainably sourced seafood might include line-caught nannygai, Spencer Gulf king prawns, yellowfin whiting or Smoky Bay oysters.
Photo: Zak Kazmasek / South Australian Tourism Commission
Star of Greece
Port Willunga
The views alone here are not to be missed. The seafood on the menu is caught locally, while the delectable kingfish is sourced from other parts of South Australia. Book ahead as a seaside seat here is always in high demand.
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Don't take our word for it, you are just going to have to experience it for yourself, one delightful mouthful at a time
