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Longplay Bistro

131 Pirie St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia

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131 Pirie St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia

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+61 499 787 194
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 5:30 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:30 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:30 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 5:30 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 5:30 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Longplay Bistro

Tucked off Hindmarsh Square, this moody European bistro pairs low lighting and vinyl spins with serious kitchen craft. Regulars treat it like their own private dining room, swapping stories over warm dinner rolls with marjoram butter and fiery ox tongue skewers. The room leans dark and sparse—you might squint at the print menu—while the floor crew keeps drinks topped and plates moving without hovering. Rich vodka maccheroni lands alongside a thick-cut 400g porterhouse with chips. Behind the bar, staff steer you toward rare regional bottles or house-made Amari, leading right into a bittersweet mint chocolate mousse.

  • Cinematic Atmosphere: Minimalist interiors, low lighting, and curated vinyl records set an unhurried, cinematic mood.
  • Elevated Bistronomie: Modern European plates hit the table with confidence, from peppery ox tongue skewers to rich vodka maccheroni.
  • Intuitive Hospitality: Attentive floor staff pace dishes smoothly and guide diners through rare bottles and house-made Amari.
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Why Choose Longplay Bistro

Discover why diners choose Longplay Bistro for unhurried modern European dining, analog soundscapes, and thoughtful cellar selections.

  • Curated Vinyl Audio Experience

    A deliberate, analog acoustic landscape anchors the room, spinning dedicated vinyl selections and Japanese jazz over a curated hi-fi system rather than standard ambient tracks.

    They pull from a collection of vinyls and that’s what you’ll hear playing.

    J P

  • Atmospheric Cinematic Lighting

    Subdued, minimalist low lighting establishes a distinct cinematic setting reminiscent of an atmospheric film scene.

    Unparalleled vibes with the lighting/decor/overall design like it’s a real life A24 movie.

    Ellie

  • Eclectic Cellar & House-Made Amari

    The beverage list pairs uncommon varietals with house-made Amari, backed by knowledgeable staff who guide guests through pairings.

    Wine list eclectic with extras including house-made Amari

    phillip antippa

  • Guided Wine Exploration

    Floor staff navigate extensive, complex beverage choices with approachable table guidance tailored to each guest's preferences.

    The wine list here is crazy! Very extensive and perhaps out of my depth, but the staff were kind and very helpful to describe the wines so I could pick what I was after.

    Olivia Violet

  • Intimate Date-Night Ambience

    The low-key, moody atmosphere and attentive service make the dining room a natural choice for romantic date evenings.

    The most perfect date spot. Our server was excellent and so was the food.

    Rowan Wilson

  • Celebrations & Milestones

    Seamless, attentive service and a stylish dining room deliver memorable shared milestone dinners and anniversary celebrations.

    My partner & I shared a truly perfect anniversary dinner at Longplay, trying it for the very first time & we certainly did not leave disappointed.

    Piper Delbridge

Signature savory plates most celebrated by guests

  • Vodka pasta

    the vodka sauce pasta was incredible.

    Bruno Carbone

  • Ox tongue skewers

    intensely peppery ox tongue skewers which every other place seems to have a rendition of nowadays, cuz they were that good.

    Ellie

  • Steak with chips

    The pasta was loved and the steak was TO DIE FOR!

    Anet Varghese

  • Wagyu bresaola risotto

    the wagu bresola risotto was fab!

    Courtney C

Other favorites

Desserts, sides, and signature digestive drinks to complete your meal

  • Jersey milk ice cream

    caramelised Jersey milk ice cream, which was honestly one of the nicest desserts I’ve ever had.

    Chira Grasby

  • Dinner roll with marjoram butter

    1 dinner roll to share and it was really good together with marjoram butter!

    Kevin Low

  • House-made Amari

    Wine list eclectic with extras including house-made Amari

    phillip antippa

  • Chocolate mousse

    chocolate mousse

    N Qu

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful acoustic, lighting, and hospitality details that define the Longplay Bistro dining experience.

  • Analog Vinyl & Japanese Jazz Soundtrack

    The room sets an analog tone by pulling from a dedicated collection of vinyl records and playing Japanese jazz over the house system.

  • Ultra-Dim Cinematic Lighting

    A low-lit, sparse room creates a moody, film-like environment where patrons occasionally use phone flashlights to read printed menus.

  • Tailored Menu Curation

    Staff take the time to listen to diner preferences and build custom course selections tailored specifically to the table.

  • House-Crafted Amari & Cellar Guidance

    In addition to an extensive wine list, the bar program features in-house produced Amari served with guided staff recommendations.

Before you head over

Practical tips for navigating lighting, the wine program, and dining pace at Longplay Bistro.

  • Navigating the Dim Lighting

    The dining room embraces an ultra-dim, moody setting—be prepared that you might need your phone's flashlight to read the printed menu.

  • Consulting on the Wine List

    The wine list is extensive and deep; don't hesitate to lean on the floor staff to describe varietals and recommend pairings that fit your taste.

  • Allowing Ample Time for Degustation

    If you choose multi-course dining or special editions, expect an unhurried, multi-hour progression designed for lingering.

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