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Brightstar Brewing

35-37 Stirling St, Thebarton SA 5031, Australia

Recommended by 13 people

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35-37 Stirling St, Thebarton SA 5031, Australia

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HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Brightstar Brewing

Tucked into Thebarton’s industrial streets, Brightstar Brewing bypasses ubiquitous hazy pales to champion classic European beer styles. Beer lovers make the trip for clean lagers and malt-forward Altbier—served cold on the breezy deck. The setup stays casual: bench seating borders an open lawn where kids can run loose while tables split salt-and-pepper squid and stacked CBLTs. With the Adelaide Entertainment Centre just a five-minute walk away, concertgoers regularly drop in for quick dinners and fresh pints before showtime.

  • European Tap Rotation: Head brewer Liam leans into German and continental traditions, pouring crisp lagers, tart Berliner Weisse, and malt-forward pours rarely spotlighted on modern craft taps.
  • Pre-Show Staging Ground: Positioned a five-minute walk from the Adelaide Entertainment Centre, serving fast plates, fish burgers, and pints before showtime.
  • All-Ages Lawn Space: Spacious outdoor tables border an open grassed lawn where children can play safely within view of parents.
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Why Brightstar Brewing Belongs on Your Radar

From European lagers poured in one-litre steins to relaxed lawn seating and pre-show dining steps from the Entertainment Centre, book your table early to secure your spot.

  • Curated British and European Tap Rotation

    Brightstar differentiates itself from the common run of hazy pale ales by dedicated brewing of traditional British, German, and European styles poured on tap.

    Such a wide selection of British and Euro styles, I had to try them all.

    Andrew Boag

  • Traditional Glassware and 1-Litre Steins

    Traditional brews are poured in authentic formats, including full one-litre steins paired with pretzels and classic brewery fare.

    And their 1L stein is a thing of beauty!

    Nat Warnock

  • Five-Minute Walk to Entertainment Centre

    Situated a five-minute walk from the Adelaide Entertainment Centre, the brewery serves as the primary stop for dinner and a drink before concerts.

    Great little find for a quick pre-show drink and dinner with a 5 min walk to the entertainment centre.

    Sharon

  • Seamless Pre-Show Dining

    The kitchen and bar provide fast, attentive turnarounds, ensuring patrons make showtime without rushing.

    We were heading to the Entertainment Centre and stopped by for a beer and some early dinner.

    Bev Grubel

  • Open Lawn for Supervised Play

    Outdoor seating directly fronts an expansive grassed lawn, allowing children to play within direct sight of dining tables.

    This was ideal for children to play safety whist the adults watched.

    Kevin Marzahn

  • Family-Friendly Outdoor Space

    The relaxed outdoor setting provides ample open space where multi-generational family groups can spend the afternoon together.

    Great place to bring the family, especially on a nice day so the kids can run on the lawn.

    Bec Linehan

Popular kitchen bites and signature brewery experiences highlighted across customer visits.

  • Brightstar Hoagie

    The Brightstar Hoagie aka steak sandwich was easily one of the best steak sandwiches I’ve ever had.

    Billy & Tegan Falkiner

  • Reuben

    The Reubens that we had were yum

    Chris Wallis

  • Chicken Roll

    The chicken roll was incredible too.

    Billy & Tegan Falkiner

  • Brewery Tour

    Had a great time here, especially since we got on the brewery tour too.

    Cake Edge

Other favorites

Sides, events, and experiences beyond the main tap list

  • Brewery Tours

    They offer brewery tours as well.

    John Baumann

  • Salt and Pepper Squid

    the salt and pepper squid was exceptional one of the best I’ve had in a long time.

    Kelly William

  • Weekly Quiz Night

    Fantastic experience at Brightstar Brewing for their quiz night.

    Kurt Maiden

  • Traditional Pretzel

    Pair that with a delicious toastie or traditional pretzel and it makes for a great day out

    Nat Warnock

Frequently Asked Questions

What styles of beer are on tap?

Brightstar Brewing focuses on classic European and German styles, including Altbier, Doppelbock, Czech Pilsner, and Berliner Weisse, rather than typical hop-heavy craft pale ales and hazies. Beers can also be ordered in tasting paddles or larger 500ml and 1-litre steins.

Can you visit before a show at the Entertainment Centre?

The brewery is located approximately a 5-minute walk from the Adelaide Entertainment Centre, making it a convenient stop for pre-show food and drinks. When major events are scheduled at the arena, booking a table in advance is wise.

Is the brewery suitable for families with kids?

Yes, the venue features outdoor seating alongside an open grassed lawn area where children can safely run around within view of the tables.

What food is available on the menu?

Brightstar Brewing offers a casual menu of food including a house Reuben sandwich, steak sandwich hoagies, roast chicken rolls, fish burgers, salt and pepper squid, and pretzels.

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