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Aldgate Pump Hotel

1 Strathalbyn Rd, Aldgate SA 5154, Australia

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1 Strathalbyn Rd, Aldgate SA 5154, Australia

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+61 8 8339 2015
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Aldgate Pump Hotel

Historic Adelaide Hills hospitality meets generous pub fare beside blazing open fireplaces and leafy garden tables. Diners head here for the interactive tabletop hot rock steaks—searing their own cuts on 450-degree granite stones—alongside handmade pies, house-rolled potato gnocchi, and crisp dough from the dedicated gourmet pizza oven. Families slide into vintage timber booths for an easier meal with the kids, while outside tables settle under mature trees near the playground with local draughts. Dinner winds down over warm churros dipped in chocolate sauce and berry ice cream.

  • Tabletop Hot Rock Dining: Diners sear cuts at the table on 450-degree granite stones, with child-sized portions available.
  • Dedicated Gourmet Pizza Kitchen: In-house crusts and scratch toppings fired in an independent oven, tracked by kitchen buzzer.
  • Garden Seating & Playground: Shaded outdoor tables set beside a children's playground under mature leafy trees.
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Why Diners Choose the Aldgate Pump Hotel

From tabletop hot rock cooking to scratch-made pizzas and leafy beer garden spaces, discover why diners choose the Aldgate Pump Hotel.

  • Generous portions from a varied Hills menu

    Guests can order generous classic and contemporary pub dishes from an expansive menu, offering hearty portions that satisfy travelers in the Adelaide Hills.

    Food (roast pork and steak) was excellent and generous portions.

    Nick C.

  • Dedicated scratch-made pizza kitchen

    An in-house gourmet pizza oven prepares traditional hand-stretched dough with scratch-made toppings, giving patrons authentic pizzeria quality alongside pub staples.

    We ordered pizza from the separate gourmet pizza kitchen. We have to say it is easily the best pizza we have had so far in the Adelaide area. The dough is made in house from scratch using a very traditional Italian method

    Bear and Dad

  • Interactive 450-degree hot rock steak dining

    Interactive tabletop 450-degree granite stones allow diners to slice and sear their steak precisely how they like it at their own pace.

    Hot rock steak has participatory cooking (slice and sere your selected piece on 450° granite) it demands conversation and gives a wonderful experience.

    Graham Crispin

  • Historic charm with cozy fireside dining

    The historic hotel surrounds diners with period character, comfortable seating booths, and fireside dining that elevate casual meals.

    It's an old pub with real character and nice atmosphere in the restaurant with the fire going.

    Nick C.

  • Family-friendly booth dining and kids' hot rock

    Families can host birthdays and multi-generational lunches with ease thanks to dedicated kid-sized hot rock steaks and comfortable booth seating.

    They also do a kids size hot rock with a fillet of steak and chips, so this is the reason our kids want to eat here for their Birthday.

    Loren Lewis

  • Leafy beer garden with dedicated kids' playground

    The leafy outdoor beer garden provides plenty of shaded seating with an integrated playground, welcoming families and pet owners for relaxed gatherings.

    A delightful venue in the Adelaide Hills with a small playground for kids with heaps of outdoor tables to enjoy under the dappled shade of tall leafy trees.

    Lorraine Stratford

Signature dishes and guest favorites from the kitchen and pizza oven

  • Hot rock steak

    Hot rock steak has participatory cooking (slice and sere your selected piece on 450° granite) it demands conversation and gives a wonderful experience.

    Graham Crispin

  • Spicy Pork Sausage and Fennel pizza

    I would highly recommend the Spicy Pork Sausage and Fennel.

    Bear and Dad

  • Beef Guiness pie

    The food was superb, especially the Beef Guiness pie and the Strawberry/Blueberry cheesecake.

    Kevin Lorraway

  • Roast pumpkin gnocchi

    I had the roast pumpkin gnocchi which was really nicely done and the gnocchi wasn't heavy.

    Genevieve Wesslink

Other favorites

Sweet treats, family favorites, and refreshing refreshments

  • Dessert churros

    The dessert churros are a MUST!

    Loren Lewis

  • Kids chicken nuggets/schnitty

    The kids chicken nuggets/schnitty is 2 decent sized pieces of panko crumbled chicken tenderloins.

    Loren Lewis

  • Creme brulé

    Creme brulé was excellent.

    Paul Arbery

  • Lemon lime and bitters

    And I have never had a bad lemon lime and bitters here, it is always awesome.

    Loren Lewis

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful gestures and distinctive details that elevate your visit to Aldgate Pump Hotel.

  • Rescue Service for Celebration Cakes

    Staff stepped in to repair a birthday cake that had been damaged on the way to the hotel, ensuring a 13-person celebration went smoothly.

  • Dedicated Kids Hot Rock Experience

    Children can experience tabletop stone cooking with a tailored kid-sized hot rock portion featuring a fillet of steak and chips.

  • Direct Owner Table Check-Ins

    The owners actively walk the floor to greet first-time diners and check on guests, fostering a welcoming local pub community.

  • Artisan Pizza Condiment Bar

    The separate gourmet pizza station provides traditional Italian finishing condiments, including spoonable chili flakes and Tabasco.

Before you head over

Practical advice on reservations, seating options, and ordering for a smooth visit.

  • Book Ahead for Peak Services

    The dining room packs out quickly on busy evenings and weekends, so prebooking a table is strongly advised to avoid long waits.

  • Request Booth Seating for Families

    If dining with young children or seeking a quieter meal, request an old-fashioned booth to keep active kids comfortable and less overwhelmed.

  • Collect Pizza Orders via Buzzer

    Pizzas are prepared in a dedicated separate pizza kitchen, where you receive a beeping buzzer to pick up your order once ready.

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