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Cumbia Bar Kitchen

GR Central Market, 43 Grote St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia

Recommended by 42 people

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GR Central Market, 43 Grote St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia

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+61 8 8221 6879
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 5:30 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 5:30 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM – 5:30 PM Friday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Cumbia Bar Kitchen

Tucked inside Adelaide Central Market, this Latin American dining room offers a lively sanctuary from the surrounding aisle traffic. Market regulars slide into tables for morning espresso and beef arepas stacked with avocado and poached eggs, or settle in during lunch for crisp, golden empanadas and chicken and chorizo paella fresh off the pan. The dining area remains comfortably insulated from the crowd, paired with warm hospitality and glasses of house sangria poured alongside grilled pork belly and Argentinian steak.

  • Market Respite: Tucked right off the Grote Street side of the market, offering full table service and bar seating buffered from aisle foot traffic.
  • Latin American Breakfast: Morning menus spotlight South American staples, pairing rich espresso with avocado loco and beef arepas crowned with poached eggs.
  • Regional Tapas & Paella: Shared plates range from crisp empanadas and ceviche to bubbling chicken and chorizo paella.
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Why Dine at Cumbia Bar Kitchen

Experience authentic Latin tapas and breakfast dishes in Adelaide Central Market's welcoming haven.

  • Authentic Latin American Shared Plates

    Guests can enjoy authentic regional Latin specialties such as empanadas, paella, and ceviche that deliver vivid, transportive flavors.

    crisp pillows of deliciousness

    Carla Vowles

  • Transportive Regional Culinary Experience

    Every plate reflects careful culinary craftsmanship and vibrant Latin profiles that leave a memorable impression.

    truly reminded me of the best flavors of South America

    Eder Camacho

  • A Relaxed Cocoon Within the Market Hustle

    The venue provides a sheltered, full-service indoor haven where diners take in market energy while remaining relaxed and undisturbed.

    cocooned in our own spot right in the middle of the chaos

    Ira Ruiz

  • Comfortable Morning Market Vantage Point

    Morning visitors can comfortably watch market activity unfold with a warm beverage without being immersed in busy foot traffic.

    You can sit inside and observe the hustle and bustle of the market in the morning and without being physically emerged in it.

    Catherine Ponsana

  • Satisfying Latin Breakfast and Arepas

    Diners start their morning with specialized Latin breakfast options like beef arepas layered with avocado, sour cream, and poached eggs.

    A layer, a stack of one arepa, pulled beef, avo, then sour cream; I added two poached eggs.

    Par Hwy

  • Flavorful Latin Brunch Favorites

    A dedicated morning and brunch menu pairs barista coffee with unique Latin preparations like avo loco and Latin American-style eggs benedict.

    Brekky Eggs Benedict with flavoursome, freshly done healthy veggies like tomatoes and mushrooms Latin American Style.

    369

Signature Latin American favourites at Adelaide Central Market

  • Paella

    I ordered a paella and a lomo saltado, and honestly, they were some of the best dishes I’ve ever tried in Australia!

    katherin suarez gutierrez

  • Arepa

    The arepa beef (gf $18) which I had for breakfast on Saturday the 25th of November, 2023, I hope to remember this meal forever.

    Par Hwy

  • Empanadas

    The empanadas were lovely, crisp pillows of deliciousness.

    Carla Vowles

  • Ceviche

    the pollo arepa and ceviche were our favourites.

    kate Toone

Other favorites

Drinks and tapas sides to complement your market dining experience

  • Sangria

    a glass of sangria = a great dinner and night out

    Mark S

  • Patatas Bravas

    We had a meal of shared plates: empanadas; patatas bravas; Argentinian steak and roast broccoli on a Lima bean puree.

    Carla Vowles

  • Scallops

    The scallops and arepa were absolute standouts, full of flavour and beautifully done.

    Maria Do

  • Roasted Broccoli

    The roasted broccoli was a serious treat and almost stole the glory from the steak!

    Carla Vowles

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and culinary nuances that elevate the Central Market dining experience

  • Attentive Condiment & Pairing Offers

    Diners receive bespoke flavour pairings directly from the floor team, such as servers kindly offering house chilli oil to pair with dishes like seafood chowder.

  • Direct Chef Interaction

    Diners interact directly with culinary leadership like Chef Brayan, whose personal care and authentic dishes turn regular meals into memorable culinary highlights.

  • Tailored Breakfast & Brunch Guidance

    Guests are guided through Latin American morning staples with personalized staff recommendations, including custom breakfast stacks pairing arepas with pulled beef and poached eggs.

  • Cocooned Market Respite

    In the middle of market foot traffic, the dining space provides a comfortable, buffered retreat where guests can observe the bustle without being physically immersed in the aisles.

Before you head over

Practical advice on reservations, timing, and ordering at Adelaide Central Market

  • Book Ahead for Guaranteed Seating

    The restaurant is intimate with limited seating, so secure a reservation ahead of time, especially for peak meal services or larger groups.

  • Visit Thursday Mornings to Avoid Crowds

    For a calm morning dining experience insulated from market foot traffic, stop by on Thursday mornings when it is warm and vibrant but less crowded.

  • Explore Latin Breakfast Options

    For a distinct Latin-inspired morning meal, customize the pulled beef arepa with poached eggs or try the Latin American-style eggs benedict and avo loco.

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