Feel the holiday spirit at the 9 best Christmas brunch spots in Adelaide!
Christmas is a really busy season. I know the feeling of rushing to the malls to buy gifts for our loved ones. While we’re rushing, let’s not forget about the most important meal of the day—breakfast.
But what if you already missed it? Don’t worry, I’m sharing some local spots where you can get a hearty late-morning meal.
Have a lovely Christmas brunch—slow down for a while and reenergise before more shopping and holiday preparations!
Let’s Brunch
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Address: 45 Grenfell St
Phone: +61 882 216 828
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Friday – 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Saturday to Sunday – 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Website: http://www.letsbrunch.com.au/
Price Range: $
One of the most festive places to have brunch in Adelaide is Let’s Brunch, with its Christmas-adorned setting and holiday-themed tables. Christmas carol performances and visits from Santa Claus keep the holiday cheer coming and the diners entertained.
Indulge in comforting dishes like toast, pasta, wood-oven pizzas, and more. There’s also a sharing platter that has eggs, bacon, and waffles.
I come back for their smoky and crispy garlic pizza, even if it’s not Christmas. The toppings are always fresh, including seasonal vegetables, premium meats, and rich cheeses. This dish is enough to get me energised as I hunt for gifts, and it only costs $12.
Tip: Add $60 to enjoy their bottomless cocktail jugs for two hours. You’ll have mimosa, Pimms, and mango daiquiri to choose from!
Mayflower Restaurant
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Address: 45 King William St
Phone: +61 882 108 899
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday – 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Website: https://www.mayfairhotel.com.au/dining-bar/mayflower-restaurant
Price Range: $$
A hearty meal awaits you in Mayflower Restaurant. During the Christmas season, they offer a buffet breakfast that includes festive favourites like scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, seasonal fruits, and more.
On Christmas Day, the restaurant offers lunch with a twist—a surprise visit from Santa! Children will surely love to say hello to the beloved holiday figure.
My favourite dish here during the holidays is the Beef Wellington. The beef is always juicy and tender, wrapped in golden and flaky pastry. With the addition of the mushroom pâté, there’s an earthy flavour that goes well with the meat.
Tip: Save some room for their dessert! They curate holiday-themed treats like Christmas pies, berry trifles, pavlovas, and truffles.
Peter Rabbit Cafe
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Address: 234-244 Hindley St
Phone: +61 475 630 228
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Friday – 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Saturday to Sunday – 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Website: http://www.peterabbit.com.au/
Price Range: $$
Peter Rabbit Cafe is a whimsical garden cafe that transforms into a festive wonderland during Christmas. The garden area is decked out in twinkling lights, cheerful decorations, and fire pits keeping things toasty.
The all-day brunch menu gets a festive twist, featuring a triple scramble, brekkie roll, summer bircher, and more. Limited-time drinks and desserts are up for grabs, such as mulled wine, eggnog lattes, and Christmas-themed pastries.
I love their pancakes because of their Instagrammable look. For $15, I get a fluffy, light, and slightly sweet pancake with fresh berries on top. The maple syrup and a dollop of cream tie it all together, making it a comforting choice for a holiday brunch.
Tip: Sit near the fire pits to enjoy the cool Christmas breeze while dining in their garden area.
Mister Sunshine’s
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Address: 32 George St, Thebarton
Phone: +61 884 435 125
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday – 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Website: https://www.mistersunshines.com.au/
Price Range: $$
Mister Sunshine’s is a retro restaurant with mismatched kitchen tables, chairs, and wall art. But once Christmas starts, it turns into a cozy spot. Classic old-school Christmas tunes play, and the tables are adorned with festive tablecloths.
The Christmas brunch menu is filled with wholesome food like house-made loaves, chorizo, Barossa smoked ham, and smashed avocado. Treats like gingerbread cookies, Christmas pies, and fruitcakes are also available.
Every Christmas, I don’t miss their chorizo. It has that perfect crisp on the outside, but it’s still tender on the inside. The flavour is rich and smoky, making it a hearty brunch meal before going your way.
Tip: Pair your chorizo or any other brunch meal with their ethical coffee. Its bold, robust flavour adds an energy boost to your hearty brunch dish.
Windy Point
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Address: Windy Point Lookout, 339 Belair Rd
Phone: +61 882 788 255
Operating Hours: Tuesday to Saturday – 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Website: http://www.windypoint.com.au/
Price Range: $$$
Windy Point is known for its breathtaking views of the Gulf of St. Vincent and Adelaide Hills. It gets even better during Christmas, with the restaurant being decked out with festive elements that complement the extraordinary view.
The season is celebrated with an offering of seasonal dishes, like house-made milk buns, sweet corn chilled soup shots, sorbets, and more.
Plus, there’s an all-inclusive Christmas lunch package for $250. For three hours, you’ll enjoy a five-course tasting menu that includes holiday favourites such as salads, smoked duck, and sweets.
I dined here with my family one Christmas, and I especially enjoyed the riverine beef fillet with truffled mushroom pie. The fillet was tender and had a melt-in-your-mouth feel, while the pie complemented it with its earthy and savoury flavour. I’ll definitely try it again next holiday!
Tip: The Christmas lunch package comes with a three-hour premium beverage. Enjoy sparkling, white, and red wines, as well as Vittoria espresso coffee and fine-leaf teas.
Luma Restaurant and Bar
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Address: 120 North Terrace
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Friday – 6:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Saturday to Sunday – 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Website: https://www.lumarestaurant.com.au/
Price Range: $$
Luma Restaurant and Bar brings a touch of Art Nouveau flair to the holiday season. It’s adorned with twinkling lights, wreaths, garlands, and tiny Christmas trees.
Their festive brunch menu runs on special dates, usually on December 15th and 22nd.
Indulge in Belgian waffles, vegetarian soups, berry bowls, baker’s baskets, and more. You’ll also find freshly shucked oysters, festive cocktails, and Magic Hour drink specials to keep things merry.
I always look forward to their freshly shucked oysters—briny, fresh, and creamy. It’s a refreshing seafood treat during the Christmas season.
Tip: Order their baker’s basket. It’s an assortment of artisan breads and pastries served with housemade preserves—perfect for sharing.
Magill Estate Restaurant
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Address: 78 Penfold Rd
Phone: +61 883 015 551
Operating Hours: Wednesday to Sunday – 12 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Website: http://www.magillestaterestaurant.com/
Price Range: $$$
Enjoy a festive brunch against the backdrop of the Penfolds vineyard in Magill Estate Restaurant. The festive decor and the rolling vines give you a cozy dining experience to enjoy the season.
You’re in for some Christmas-inspired dishes like the French toast croissant with cinnamon apple crème anglaise. There’s also an extensive collection of Penfolds wines to go with your meal.
My favourite is the smoked trout rillette with house-made crumpet and poached eggs. The smoky trout is beautifully balanced with the rich, tangy rillette. The soft, runny poached eggs bring it all together—a complete and satisfying brunch option.
Tip: Pair the smoked trout rillette with house-made crumpet and poached eggs with Penfolds Yattarna Sauvignon Blanc. The zesty citrus and herbaceous notes go well with the smokiness and creaminess of the dish.
La Boca Bar and Grill
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Address: 150 North Terrace
Phone: +61 884 610 860
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Friday – 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Saturday to Sunday – 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Website: https://www.laboca.com.au/adelaide/
Price Range: $$
La Boca Bar and Grill brings authentic Argentinian cuisine during the holidays, adding a festive vibe to its rustic charm.
Their traditional Argentinian dishes get a festive twist to celebrate the season. For instance, the empanadas are stuffed with smoked ham—their take on the Christmas ham present on dinner tables.
There’s also a dulce de leche pancake that’s drizzled with festive sprinkles!
The asado plate priced at $110 is my go-to dish here during the holidays. The variety of slow-cooked pork belly, lamb, and beef is tender and smoky. Instead of the usual chimichurri sauce, you’ll get accompaniments like roasted vegetables, traditional corn and pumpkin cake, and Argentinian desserts.
Tip: They have large private dining rooms, allowing you to organise a hearty brunch with your friends and family.
Bottega Bandito
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Address: 1/96 Prospect Rd, Prospect
Phone: +61 401 188 845
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday – 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Website: http://bottegabandito.com/
Price Range: $
For a boozy brunch during the holidays, Bottega Bandto is a great spot. Its two-course share-style menu is ideal for a family get-together or catching up with some mates.
Visit on a Sunday and you’ll enjoy a bottomless brunch with a variety of alcoholic beverages!
Its Italian-inspired menu gets a festive twist, featuring a mix of traditional and festive dishes. Indulge in limited-time dishes like prawn cocktail sando (fresh prawns, lettuce, and a tangy sauce all rolled in soft bread).
I visited here during a get-together with my mates, and I loved their birria beef toasty. It has savoury beef and gooey pizza cheese, and the pickled jalapeño salsa added just the right amount of heat. It’s a great meal, especially for a chilly day.
Tip: Don’t miss out on the iced matcha raspberry pastry. This seasonal treat has an earthy, slightly bitter flavour from the matcha and a sweet and tart flavour from the raspberries.
