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 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
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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 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
 | 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 Seafoods & Takeaway
 | Location: 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
 | Location: Corner Commercial Street and Chapman Terrace, Kingscote 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. |
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 Seaside Inn Restaurant
 | Location: 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
 | Location: Harriet Road, Central Kangaroo Island |
Parndana Hotel
More Information>> | Location: 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. |
North Coast
The Rockpool Cafe
 | Location: 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
 | Location: South Coast Rd, Flinders Chase |
Nicolas Baudin's Restaurant and Bar, KI Wilderness Retreat
 | 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 Cafe
 | Location: 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. |
Vivonne Bay General Store
 | Location: South Coast Road, Vivonne Bay Classic takeaway food, great burgers including the legendary Kangaroo Island whiting burger. |