Dining Guide

Will you find a glittering array of five-star restaurants a la Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide? Not quite! But you might find yourself eating exactly the same gourmet produce, acquired directly from the grower...

Kangaroo Island's cafés and restaurants are for the most part interesting, intimate and welcoming. They offer the best ingredients, a wholehearted rural welcome, and quite often, regardless of the cost of the meal, a million dollar view.

Please telephone ahead to book.

Penneshaw

Fish

Fish - Kangaroo Island, South Australia

Location: North Terrace, Penneshaw
Telephone: 0439 803 843
Dining hours: 4.30pm-7.45pm Daily October to May. Closed June to September.

The 2 Birds & A Squid team bring ‘Fish' - a gourmet takeaway seafood shop - to Penneshaw. Enjoy in-season seafood including lobster, scallops, marron, prawns, whiting, oysters and garfish with delicious home-made sauces. Why not visit Fish and enjoy their spoils at one of Dudley Peninsula's beautiful beaches?

American River

The Lodge Restaurant

The Lodge Restaurant - Kangaroo Island, South Australia

Location: Scenic Drive, American River
Telephone:
1800 355 581
Dining hours: Daily for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Breakfast 7:30am-9:00am; Lunch 12:00pm-3:00pm; Dinner from 6:00pm.

Visit the Lodge's a la carte restaurant for vine canopied alfresco dining in summer or a romantic meal in winter. Enjoy pre-dinner drinks in the intimate fireside bar before selecting from the Chef's seasonally changing menu featuring fresh Kangaroo Island seafood including American River Oysters, King George Whiting and freshwater Marron. The extensive wine list showcases some of the finest Kangaroo Island and South Australian wines to enjoy with dinner.

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Ulonga Cafe

 - Kangaroo Island, South AustraliaLocation: Scenic Drive, American River
Telephone: (08) 8553 7010
Dining Hours: 11.30am-4pm Wednesday to Sunday (October to May); Closed June to September. Bookings essential (all year). Private Functions by arrangement.

If you're after lunch in a relaxed atmosphere, with the option of dining inside or out, enjoying views towards Island Beach, then Ulonga Café is the perfect spot. The menu is simple, yet satisfying and good value for money. From Kangaroo Island King George Whiting to the perennial favourite - salt and pepper squid - the menu is sure to keep all the family satisfied.

Wanderers Rest

Wanderers Rest - Kangaroo Island, South Australia

Location: Bayview Road, American River
Telephone:
(08) 8553 7140
Dining hours: Prior bookings essential to join in-house guests for dinner at 7pm.

You are invited to join guests staying at this small guest house for an evening of fine country cuisine in the relaxed ambience of the restaurant. Enjoy a menu headlined by the best local produce, 180-degree sea views over American River and Pelican Lagoon, and good old-fashioned hospitality. Wanderer's Rest suits those looking for a more intimate Kangaroo Island dining experience.

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Kingscote

Kangaroo Island Fresh Seafoods & Takeaway

 - Kangaroo Island, South AustraliaLocation: Telegraph Rd, Kingscote (next to Caltex)
Telephone:
(08) 8553 0177
Dining Hours: Daily 8am-8pm. Cooking Hours: 11:30am-8pm. Closed Mondays from May to November.

Serving the Island's largest range of locally caught seafood from the pristine waters around Kangaroo Island. Take some fresh fish back to your accommodation and cook it yourself or have it cooked for you in the shop - your choice of battered, crumbed or grilled (gluten free available). Chips, freshly made salads and seafood platters are available and for those who have their own catch of fish, Kangaroo Island Fresh Seafood's also offer a filleting service.

Aurora Ozone Hotel

Ozone Seafront Hotel - Kangaroo Island, South Australia

Location: Corner Commercial Street and Chapman Terrace, Kingscote
Telephone
: (08) 8553 2011
Dining hours: 7am-late daily

Uninterrupted views of Nepean Bay, a new al fresco dining area and a menu that features grills and seafood - including lobster, Kangaroo Island Whiting and the renowned Island marron. Stay the night and wake up to Kangaroo Island free range eggs, honey and yoghurt for breakfast.

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Rogers Deli & Cafe

Rogers Deli & Cafe - Kangaroo Island, South Australia

Location: Dauncey Street, Kingscote
Telephone: (08) 8553 2053
Dining Hours: 8am daily, breakfast and lunch

From sandwich and soups to freshly-prepared fish-dishes, pasta, and curries... Savour the flavours and laid-back atmosphere of Roger's Deli in the heart of Kingscote. Meals and Kangaroo Island Springs Road Vineyard Wines are served indoors and out; an all-day breakfast menu is also available.

The Seaside Inn Restaurant

 - Kangaroo Island, South AustraliaLocation: The Seaside In Restaurant, Cygnet Road, Kingscote
Telephone: (08) 8553 2707
Dining Hours: Breakfast Daily.Dinner Wednesday to Saturday 6:30-8.30pm.Ph: 08 8553 2707

Featuring a cosy, intimate ambience with personalised service and spectacular viewsover the bay. The regularly changing a la carte menu includes a range of specialty dishes including steak, seafood and pasta. View some of the chef's unique options on the Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn website.




Heartland

Andermel Marron Cafe

 - Kangaroo Island, South Australia

Location: Harriet Road, Central Kangaroo Island
Telephone:
(08) 8559 4114
Dining Hours: 10:30-4.30pm daily. Group tours by arrangement.

Don't miss this threefold opportunity for magnificent marron (freshwater crayfish), winetastings/sales and café dining. View marron inholding tanks in the farm shed and learn more about this Island icon. Taste a selection ofpremium red and white wines made from grapes grown on the property - Sauvignon Blanc is a specialty. Select marron, wine and bush tucker sauces to create your own Island feast or dine at the Marron Café beside the native herb garden (last orders 4pm).

Parndana Hotel

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Parndana Hotel - Kangaroo Island, South AustraliaLocation: Corner Cook Street & Wedgewood Road, Parndana
Telephone: (08) 8559 6071
Dining Hours: Lunch & Dinner daily, 10am-10pm. Closed Christmas Day & Good Friday.

Situated in the centre of the Island, it is the local's pub. The country surroundings of big gums and red soil flourishes with the decor revolving around the corrugated iron bar, solid wood furniture and open wood fires. Friendly staff always enjoys meeting new people and sharing stories.
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North Coast

The Rockpool Cafe

The Rockpool Cafe, Stokes Bay - Kangaroo Island, South AustraliaLocation: North Coast Road, Stoke Bay
Telephone: (08) 8559 2277
Opening Hours: Season operates from September 20 to early May. 11am-5pm Tuesday to Sunday. Daily during South Australian school holidays. Closed Saturday 20th February 2010
(KI Cup Day).

The delightful rustic Rockpool Café brings classic seaside dining to the North Coast. Stop for a casual alfresco lunch and choose from a wide-ranging menu including fish and chips, seafood, pasta and other light meals. The café also serves great Italian espresso coffee, beer, local wines and ice creams for the kids. Ideally positioned as a halfway point for visitors taking a drive along the beautiful North Coast Road.




Western Kangaroo Island

The Chase Cafe

The Chase Cafe - Kangaroo Island, South Australia

Location: South Coast Rd, Flinders Chase
Telephone:
(08) 8559 7339
Dining hours: 9am-5pm daily. Cooked Meals from 9am-3:30pm daily.

Located at the Flinders Chase Visitor Centre, the Chase Café provides sandwiches and bakery goods as well as more substantial sit-down meals using fresh local produce. Enjoy quality espresso coffee while dining al fresco in a bush setting, or browse the well-stocked gift shop.

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Nicolas Baudin's Restaurant and Bar, KI Wilderness Retreat

Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat - Kangaroo Island, South Australia

Telephone: (08) 8559 7275
Dining hours: Breakfast & Dinner daily.

Discreetly nestled amongst the wilderness, elegant dining with a casual atmosphere in the company of resident wallabies and possums. Enjoy unpretentious food inspired by local produce with international influences.

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South Coast

Seal Bay Cafe

 - Kangaroo Island, South AustraliaLocation: South Coast Road, Vivonne Bay
Telephone: (08) 8559 6115
Dining Hours: 9am-6pm (8pm School Holidays & Summer), Daily.

This Cafe offers country dining at its best! Fully licensed, it features a variety of tasty home-made dishes, including local produce.
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Vivonne Bay General Store

Vivonne Bay Store - Kangaroo Island, South Australia

Location: South Coast Road, Vivonne Bay
Telephone:
(08) 8559 4285
Dining hours: 8am-5:30pm daily

Classic takeaway food, great burgers including the legendary Kangaroo Island whiting burger.