Eat & Drink
Penneshaw Pub
The Penneshaw Hotel on Kangaroo Island has commanding and uninterrupted views over Backstairs Passage with absolute water frontage from a cliff-top.
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
The Penneshaw Pub has been the home of beer and cheer for over 100 years and offers uninterrupted ocean views over Backstairs Passage from a cliff-top on the western side of town.
Whether it's a special occasion or a memorable dining experience, the venue is the perfect setting, offering a coastal and countryside atmosphere.
Enjoy their diverse menu of fresh, locally inspired coastal and classic dishes that cater to the whole family. Dine indoors, alfresco, or at the cozy front bar, and if you prefer takeaway, all meals are available to enjoy on the go.
The Penneshaw Pub serves up a vast array of local, Australian, and international wines and have over 100 years of experience pouring the perfect pint.
Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner.
Head to their website to make a reservation.
Amazing Deals
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Farmers Feast
Guests gather around the front bar fireplace for mulled wine and nibbles before moving to communal tables for a three-course shared menu. Each feast celebrates a seasonal local product—honey, seafood, grains, or root vegetables—with insights from the farmer or producer between courses. Afterward, guests return to the fire for dessert and nightcaps with live acoustic music.Book now18+ event. Bookings essential. Full payment required at time of booking. Cancellations within 48 hours are non-refundable. Menu and entertainment subject to change. RSA applies. Event may be postponed or rescheduled due to unforeseen circumstances. Photography may occur. Seating is shared and social by design.This deal is valid from 01/03/26 to 31/08/26, and must be used from 18/07/26 to 18/07/26.
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Whiskey By The Fire (with KI Spirits)
Whisky By The Fire is a cosy winter experience where guests gather beside a crackling fire to enjoy a curated selection of whiskies, featuring local and Australian producers alongside familiar favourites. Served with simple tasting notes and paired with fireside nibbles like dark chocolate and spiced nuts, the evening is unhurried and relaxed — an invitation to warm up, slow down and savour winter on Kangaroo Island.Book now18+ event. Bookings essential. Full payment required at time of booking. Cancellations within 48 hours are non-refundable. Menu and entertainment subject to change. RSA applies. Event may be postponed or rescheduled due to unforeseen circumstances. Photography may occur. Seating is shared and social by design.This deal is valid from 01/03/26 to 30/08/26, and must be used from 20/06/26 to 20/06/26.
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Ocean's Bounty
Ocean's Bounty is a coastal winter dining experience created in partnership with American River Oyster Farm. Enjoy freshly shucked Kangaroo Island oysters with seasonal seafood-inspired bites, hear the story behind the harvest, and unwind with perfectly paired drinks by the sea.Book now18+ event. Bookings essential. Full payment required at time of booking. Cancellations within 48 hours are non-refundable. Menu and entertainment subject to change. RSA applies. Event may be postponed or rescheduled due to unforeseen circumstances. Photography may occur. Seating is shared and social by design.This deal is valid from 01/03/26 to 30/08/26, and must be used from 22/08/26 to 22/08/26.
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The Fig Tree
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Kangaroo Island Spirits
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Cygnet River
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Fat Beagle Coffee Shop
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Millie Mae's Pantry
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
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Sunset Food and Wine
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
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So Sando
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The Kiosk Penneshaw
Welcome to “The Kiosk” in Penneshaw - a white-washed, laidback, coastal-friendly take on informal dining with great coffee and delicious food.
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
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