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
 | Location: North Terrace, Penneshaw The 2 Birds & A Squid team bring ‘Fish' - a gourmet 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? |
Sorrento's @ Kangaroo Island Seafront
 | Location: North Terrace, Penneshaw Informal yet elegant dining with stunning ocean views. Maitre D, Richard Purvis and Executive Chef Adam Hay combine to present a memorable dining experience. Sorrento's modern Australian cuisine incorporates regional produce such as Island Pure cheese and Nepean Bay oysters, complemented by an extensive wine list including some of the fine Island labels. |
American River
The Lodge Restaurant
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Ulonga Cafe
 | Location: Scenic Drive, American River Telephone: (08) 8553 7010 Dining Hours: 11.30am-4pm Wednesday to Sunday (October to April); 11.30am-4pm Saturday and Sunday (May to September); Dinner: Wednesday and Saturday, bookings essential (all year) 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
 | Location: Bayview Road, American River 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. |
Kingscote
Kangaroo Island Fresh Seafood
 | Location: Telegraph Rd, Kingscote (next to Caltex) Telephone: (08) 8553 0177 Dining Hours: Daily 8am-8pm. Cooking hours: 11.30am-8pm (Thursday to Monday) and 4pm-8pm (Tuesday and Wednesday). Closed Monday from May to November. Serving the Island's largest range of fresh fish and seafood, including the famous King George Whiting. Buy and cook it yourself, or have it cooked for you, with a side of chips and salad. For those successful fishermen (and fisherwomen), KI Fresh Seafood also offers a filleting service.
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Ozone Seafront Hotel
 | Location: Corner Commercial Street and Chapman Terrace, Kingscote Uninterrupted views of Nepean Bay, a brand 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. |
Restaurant Bella
 | Location: Dauncey Street, Kingscote Dine alfresco by day enjoying a range of gourmet pizzas, light and delicious lunches, gourmet salads and great coffee. At night treat yourself to dinner in the intimate restaurant where contemporary Mediterranean and Asian inspired cuisine is matched by a quality wine list and personal service. Or, if you prefer, next door to the restaurant you can buy one of Bella's pizzas to take away. |
Rogers Deli & Cafe
 | Location: Dauncey Street, Kingscote 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 Beachcomber Restaurant
 | Location: Wisteria Lodge Motel, Cygnet Road, Kingscote Telephone: (08) 8553 2707 Dining Hours: Breakfast and Dinner Daily.Dinner 6:30-9pm.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 while the chef's imaginative specials are worth keeping an eye out for. |
The Local Store
 | Location: Third Street, Brownlow Opening Hours: 7.30am-7.15pm daily Ph: (08) 8553 0363 A typical ‘local store' serving everyday conveniences, including quality takeaway food, fish and chips, basic groceries, fishing bait, tackle, fuel and ice... All just a short stroll from the beach at Brownlow. |
Heartland
Andermel Marron Cafe
 | Location: Harriet Road, Central Kangaroo Island 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 native herb sauces to create your own Island feast or dine at the Marron Café beside the native herb garden (last orders 4pm).
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Western Kangaroo Island
The Chase Cafe
 | Location: South Coast Rd, Flinders Chase 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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Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat (In-House Guests Only)
 | Telephone: (08) 8559 7275 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. |
South Coast
Seal Bay Tourist Park & Corner Cafe
 | Location: South Coast Road (at Seal Bay Road intersection) |
Vivonne Bay Store
 | Location: South Coast Road, Vivonne Bay Classic takeaway food, great burgers including the legendary Kangaroo Island whiting burger. |