Top Restaurants in Goolwa
Where to Eat in Goolwa: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Discover the best restaurant in Goolwa, Australia including Rankine's at The Whistlestop, Cafe Lime & Gourmet Foodstore, Aquacaf Gourmet Cafe, The Australasian Dining Room, Bombora Goolwa Beach, Hector's Cafe on the Wharf, Cafelicious, Cafe De Carlo, Saltwater Cafe, Cadell Street Fish & Chips
Things to do in Goolwa
1. Rankine's at The Whistlestop
Overall Ratings
4 based on 123 reviews
2. Cafe Lime & Gourmet Foodstore
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 74 reviews
Reviewed By Magdalena50 - South Australia
Great place to have breakfast or lunch. The food is fantastic. The staff is so friendly, they enjoy talking to their their customers to the detriment of fast service. Friends and I went for morning coffee a few times here, but it took about half an hour for all of us to have our drinks. Another time, busy breakfast time, two people serving - and chatting with customers. Come on ladies, get your orders out and then chat.
3. Aquacaf Gourmet Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 196 reviews
Aquacaf Gourmet Cafe is a riverside cafe/restaurant offering delicious breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee and cakes and the best scones in Goolwa. We use as much local fresh produce as we can and our wine list is predominately local wine. We are open 6 days a week from Thursday to Monday (shut Tuesdays) Open 7 days a week during school holidays. We are also open for dinner, Friday and Saturday nights (seasonally so please check when booking).
Reviewed By Mungo L - Port Vincent, Australia
Good spot for a coffee or a light meal. Views of the river and a pleasant ambience. Easy access worth a visit or two
4. The Australasian Dining Room
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Using local produce, Chef Juliet Michell creates an Asian-influenced, Modern Australian 3 course Set Menu to house guests nightly and to the public on Saturday evenings. Bookings essential.
Reviewed By david_hAdelaide - Adelaide
For that special occasion this place is perfect. Only open to the public on Saturday evenings. The setting is unique and the service unpretentious. The menu and wine list will sure to please the most discerning palate. Enjoyed immensely. Don't forget the desert treatsHello david_hAdelaide, Chef Juliet is "over the moon" about this review! Thank you for dining with us and all of us here appreciate you sharing your thoughts with others.
5. Bombora Goolwa Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 237 reviews
Reviewed By longhaven - Adelaide, Australia
It's quite amazing what these people can do in their little kitchen attached to this beach front kiosk/restaurant
Whilst predominantly focussed on seafood there is plenty on offer for those not so keen on fish
My mate and I had the flathead whilst our wives each chose a salad with hot seafood including prawns and some grilled fish . Ours was good theirs was better
My first visit here for many years but must visit more frequently
Suggest you make a booking in holiday times
6. Hector's Cafe on the Wharf
Overall Ratings
4 based on 356 reviews
Hectors On The Wharf is a cafe bar overlooking the Murray River in Goolwa, South Australia. The establishment itself is uniquely positioned on the historic Goolwa Wharf, and is accessible not only by foot or car, but by boat as well. The name of the cafe comes from a local historic character called Hector, who was a fisherman on the Coorong and lived on a wooden boat by the Goolwa Wharf for more than 40 years. Hectors on the Wharf is open for breakfast and lunch every day, and dinners on Friday Saturday nights during the warmer months of the year. The menu uses local produce where possible, and boasts a fantastic array of fresh, beautifully prepared seafood. Thats not to say that you should be discouraged from ordering other items off the menu, which include gorgeous salads, pastas, burgers, and a selection of specials that are frequently changed depending on what is seasonally available. Our menu also provides for special dietary requirements and our kitchen staff will do their best to cater for your needs. The restaurant is fully licensed and stocks a range of local wines, beer, and spirits. Though primarily promoted on Friday nights our cocktail menu is functional throughout the week. You're very welcome to bring a bottle of wine along to compliment your meal though this will incur a corkage fee. Don't fancy a meal? Hectors has a range of delicious cakes and biscuits available and has a reputation in Goolwa for having the best coffee in town! Though it isn't necessary to reserve a table during the summer period it is recommended because of the busy nature of the cafe. We are also available for private functions. If you would be interested in booking Hectors for an evening please call us and speak to one of our friendly staff.
Reviewed By Vicki M - Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Had a wonderful family lunch at Hectors today with a lovely view of the Murray River. Excellent menu, I'm gluten intolerant and allergic to onion and my meal was fantastic. The whole family enjoyed it, our waitress was terrific and the service was really good. Great menu and wine list, coffee and cake was beautiful. Thanks everyone, see you very soon.
7. Cafelicious
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 72 reviews
Cafe Restaurant serving modern Australian cuisine, with a stunning view overlooking the Murray River
8. Cafe De Carlo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By Bob D - Adelaide, Australia
Near the entrance of a shopping centre, this café is part outside and part inside the centre. It’s in quite a busy area and gives shoppers the opportunity to have a coffee and snack. So it meets a need. The coffee’s fine, costs are reasonable and the service is friendly and pretty quick.
9. Saltwater Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 65 reviews
10. Cadell Street Fish & Chips
Overall Ratings
4 based on 42 reviews
