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Ballaboosta Burnside

540 Glynburn Rd, Burnside SA 5066, Australia

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Find Ballaboosta Burnside

540 Glynburn Rd, Burnside SA 5066, Australia

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+61 8 8102 4157
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 9:30 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 9:30 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Ballaboosta Burnside

Ballaboosta Burnside delivers wood-fired Middle Eastern plates and standout espresso to Adelaide’s leafy east. Snag a seat opposite the blazing hearth kitchen or step out to the balcony—heaters and fleece blankets keep crisp mornings comfortably warm. Regulars lean on the paper-thin crust pizzas, chicken skewers with dip and warm pita, and wood-fired shakshuka straight from the brick oven. Round it out with a slice of house knafeh alongside a freshly pulled flat white.

  • Wood-Fired Hearth: Blazing open brick oven turning out shakshuka and thin-crust pizzas alongside chargrilled skewers.
  • All-Weather Balcony Dining: Heated balcony seating equipped with chair blankets for cold-weather suburban mornings.
  • Specialty Coffee & Sweets: Carefully pulled espresso and cold drinks balancing shareable savoury spreads and sweet knafeh.
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Why Dine at Ballaboosta Burnside

Discover why locals choose Ballaboosta Burnside for hearth-baked dishes, heated outdoor dining, and artisan coffee.

  • Hearth-Baked Middle Eastern Dishes

    An open brick wood-fired oven forms the heart of the dining room, firing authentic Middle Eastern shakshuka and thin-crust artisan pizzas.

    the wood-fired shakshuka and pizzas are outstanding

    Hardik Patel

  • Generous Shared Feasts

    From generous Shish Tawook chicken skewers to freshly baked pita and dips, dishes are designed with fresh ingredients for sharing across the table.

    A great spot for sharing good food and good moments.

    Juliano Roja

  • Heated Alfresco Dining with Blankets

    Outdoor patio dining remains inviting in chilly weather with overhead heaters and warm fleece blankets placed directly on the chairs.

    They had blankets on chairs for people because it was cold also plenty of heaters around outside.

    Kirsty W

  • Cozy Cold-Weather Shelter

    Guests can comfortably dine out on the balcony during brisk mornings and cold spells without compromising on warmth or comfort.

    It was a cold and miserable day and we were sat outside on the balcony. The coffee was great and we were comfortable under the heaters.

    Bradley Nicolle

  • Expertly Crafted Piping-Hot Coffee

    Baristas serve piping hot, meticulously crafted espresso drinks that provide an ideal morning lift in Adelaide's eastern suburbs.

    Ballaboosta Burnside makes the BEST coffee and it’s hot. Not like other cafes where it’s luke warm coffee within minutes.

    Cks

  • Warm Wood-Fired Room Atmosphere

    An open wood-fired kitchen and glowing brick oven radiate warmth and energy throughout the dining room, setting an inviting ambiance.

    really great in the wintry months when the pizza oven helps warm the whole room, just as the food warms you from within!

    Carola Bradford

Beloved wood-fired specialties and Middle Eastern staples

  • Shish Tawook

    Has the most delicious Shish Tawook - two generous chicken Skewers, cooked perfectly, serves with salad, dip and pita.

    Amanda Cunningham-Moody

  • falafel za’atar wrap

    The falafel za’atar wrap is full of flavour

    Hardik Patel

  • wood-fired shakshuka

    the wood-fired shakshuka and pizzas are outstanding

    Hardik Patel

  • Wood fired eggs with lamb

    Wood fired eggs with lamb and they were both fresh and so full of flavour.

    ivana knezevic

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality details and comforts that elevate the dining experience at Ballaboosta Burnside.

  • Outdoor Blankets & Heaters

    The outdoor balcony and patio seating are outfitted with dedicated overhead heaters and warm blankets draped over chairs for chilly mornings and winter weather.

  • Open Hearth Fireplace & Oven

    The dining room is warmed by an open brick wood-fired oven where diners can watch shakshuka, thin-crust pizzas, and lamb eggs prepared fresh before their eyes.

  • Attentive Dietary & Allergy Care

    Staff actively accommodate severe allergies and specific requirements, from checking ingredients for children's food allergies to caring for gluten-free guests.

  • Bespoke Event & Group Attentiveness

    Event hosts and groups receive dedicated hospitality, with staff looking after personal decor setups, checking in on bridal parties, and attending to younger guests.

Before you head over

Practical advice on reservations, weekend table seating, and ordering with dietary needs

  • Booking: Indoor Table Reservations

    Indoor tables fill quickly, particularly on cold mornings when diners seek warmth near the open wood-fired oven. Reserving ahead secures indoor seating, though the outdoor balcony is equipped with heaters and chair blankets if inside tables are fully booked.

  • Queues: Waiting to Be Seated

    Weekend mornings draw heavy crowds for breakfast and coffee. Rather than selecting an open table immediately upon arrival, wait at the entrance for waitstaff to seat you to ensure orderly table service during rush periods.

  • Dietary Needs: Allergy and Gluten-Free Requests

    Parties dining with food allergies or gluten sensitivities can order with confidence. Inform the waitstaff when ordering, as the team actively accommodates dietary restrictions and guides gluten-free guests through the menu.

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