Whether you are in search of good food or a place to have a drink and wind down, Adelaide Hills may have the place for you. There numerous pubs and bars in the area, neatly tucked away in the most unsuspecting places. Incidentally, these also happen to be the best and are popular with the locals.
Fortunately, for you, we have managed to find some of the best pubs in Adelaide Hills. In our opinion, these are the pubs you should definitely try and go to if you’re in the area.
Uraidla Hotel
Address: 1198 B26, Uraidla SA 5142
Phone: (08) 8390 0500
While you might assume that this isn’t a pub but instead a run-of-the-mill hotel, it is in fact a newly renovated space. With wine choices from world-leading labels across various wine regions, this is a place to visit if you are a wine connoisseur. Sure it is not a regular pub, but you’ll find some of the best pancetta ale pie at Uraidla Hotel.
The Stirling Hotel
Address: 52 Mount Barker Rd, Stirling SA 5152
Phone: (08) 8339 2345
The Stirling Hotel features beautiful interior design, maybe the best for a pub in South Australia. The large, dimly lit alfresco dining area, is one of the prettiest places you’re going to see in the Adelaide Hills. Not only does the hotel look great, they are also a multi-award-winning hotel with expertly curated drinks along with gourmet pizza, seasonal bistro, a separate grill menu, patisserie, and a gin bar. Toast to everything in life overlooking the leafy street, or you can choose a table near the rustic fireplace.
Pub Alternatives
Lost in a Forest – Pizza Bar
Address: 1203 B26, Uraidla SA 5142
Phone: (08) 8390 3444
Lost in a Forest is a great alternative to a pub if you’re looking for dinner and drinks. You can enjoy their selection of wood oven pizzas and wines in their spacious outdoor seating area or inside, which actually used to be a church. The stained glass and murals really enhance the atmosphere and are beautiful touches to the building.
Applewood Distillery – Distillery
Address: 24 Victoria St, Gumeracha SA 5233
Phone: (08) 6333 0369
Just like the selection of spirits and wines they have on offer, Applewood Distillery is massive to fit all the distillery equipment that keep the place running. The stylish bar where they serve you hides all of this, making it an excellent place to go to for a drink or two.
The best pubs in Adelaide Hills are often those that you can easily reach. Luckily the ones we list are all over, so regardless of where you are staying its possible to reach at least one of them.
Also check out our guide on the best beef in the Adelaide Hills.
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