11 of the best pubs in Adelaide

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We take a look at some of the best pubs and hotels in Adelaide in detail here.

These days, classic Aussie pubs have morphed into places you dress up and go out to for a good meal plus a night of entertainment.

From modest watering holes to spaces worthy of design awards, with this list in your arsenal, you’ll never be caught short of a fine bevvy in Adelaide again.

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Wheatsheaf Hotel

Since taking over the historic space in 2003, the owners of the Wheatsheaf have taken it from strength to strength.

The Exeter, Rundle Street

A great pub located in the centre of Adelaide’s East End precinct.

Port Admiral Hotel

Standing pride of place in Port Adelaide’s iconic waterside corner, a drink here is a lesson in historical South Australian landmarks.

The Norwood Hotel

The Norwood Hotel is a local institution that truly deserves its title of 'heritage listed'.

The Cumby

This hotel is a longstanding fixture of the Adelaide CBD dining scene.

The Grace Emily

Some call The Grace Emily ground zero for Adelaide’s live music scene.

Red October

Part Eastern-European dive bar, part bustling Adelaidean jaunt.

The Kings Head Tavern

The rules at The King’s Head are pretty simple: everything that this place serves comes exclusively from South Australia.

The Archer

Following extensive renovations, The Archer rejoined North Adelaide’s pub scene in 2019.

Earl of Leicester Hotel

Tucked away in the borough of Parkside, this charming old pub has cemented itself as a local favourite.

The Elephant British Pub

If it’s a large British pub, filled with nostalgia that you seek, then this place ticks the box.

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