Sun’s out, appetite’s up, and your inbox can wait. Adelaide has the best lunch venues to host your meeting, reunion with friends or bridal shower. If you're ducking out for a client lunch near Rundle Mall or catching up with mates in leafy North Adelaide, one thing’s for sure: the right place can turn a simple midday break into something that feels like a reward. Natural light, not-too-noisy acoustics, and menus that go beyond “chicken or fish” are the non-negotiables. Use Tagvenue to scan Adelaide’s top lunch venues, filter, and book your favourite spot today.
Booking costs of lunch venues average $50 per person. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Adelaide, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:
| From $49 | to $69 | per person |
| From $1500 | to $3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $400 | to $500 | hire fee per event |
You'll find lunch venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Adelaide, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average $400 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 80 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 100 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 550 m from central Adelaide, available to book on Tagvenue:
You can choose from private dining rooms, open-plan restaurants, hotel function spaces, or lively venues with entertainment. Options like Electra and ela at Hotel Alba have tailored lunch menus in exclusive rooms for birthdays or catching up with friends, while places like Ballers Clubhouse provide a fun, social atmosphere with activities included. Beachside and suburban options like The LandBAR offer more casual, budget-friendly alternatives.
Yes, many venues have packages, usually with per-person pricing for lunch events. For example, The Meat & Wine Co and Press* Food & Wine offer set menu options starting from $89 to $98 per guest. This is a popular format for groups, as it simplifies budgeting and often includes food and drink packages.
Yes, many lunch venues in Adelaide are available for shorter daytime sessions, usually between 2 to 4 hours. This makes them ideal for quick meetings, networking events, or mid-day catchups. Some venues, like Adelaide Rockford Hotel, also offer hourly hire rates starting from around $50.
Lunch bookings can often be more affordable than dinner, especially midweek. Minimum spends are sometimes lower during lunchtime, and venues may offer special packages to attract daytime bookings.
Page last updated in December 2025
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