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NOLA Adelaide

28 Vardon Ave, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia

Recommended by 24 people

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28 Vardon Ave, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia

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HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM Wednesday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM Thursday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM Friday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM Sunday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About NOLA Adelaide

Adelaide’s Vardon Avenue hideaway dishes out New Orleans comfort food and serious spirits without the stiff dining room routine. It runs purely on walk-ins—ideal for pulling up a barstool late and grazing through crisp fried chicken, spicy corn ribs, and warm jalapeño cornbread. Behind the bar, staff curate custom whiskey tasting flights, breaking down regional origins and flavour notes dram by dram, while tap beers come with a try-before-you-buy pour. Round out the table with hot beignets and a house Sazerac.

  • Guided Whiskey Journeys: Bartenders build tailored tasting flights tableside, mapping out flavor profiles and distillery backstories.
  • Walk-Ins Only: Operates strictly on walk-in seating, welcoming spontaneous grazing and late drinks without bookings.
  • Tap Beer Samples: Staff happily offer exploratory tastes across craft beer taps before you commit to a pour.
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Why Visit NOLA Adelaide

Why guests choose NOLA Adelaide for craft spirits, late bites, and New Orleans hospitality

  • Guided Whiskey Tasting Flights

    Bar staff curate personalized whiskey flights tableside, sharing detailed insights into origins, flavor profiles, and distinct spirits.

    He guided us through a curated selection of whiskies, sharing fascinating details about each one’s origin, flavour profile, and character.

    Martin Sharp

  • Try-Before-You-Buy Draft Selections

    Guests can sample craft beers directly from the taps before committing to a full pour from the venue's rotating draft list.

    On tap selection was excellent and getting to try before you buy is always nice.

    Joshua Whitaker

  • Late-Night Southern Comfort Food

    The kitchen serves comforting Southern-style and Cajun bites past typical dining hours when neighboring venues have ceased kitchen operations.

    What a lovely bar, with food available later than surrounding establishments.

    David Thornley

  • Spontaneous Walk-In Access

    Operating strictly on a walk-in policy allows guests to drop in without requiring bookings, making spontaneous visits seamless.

    We advised the staff that we didn’t have a booking and were pleasantly surprised to hear they don’t take them so this got our dining experience off to a great start.

    Sharyn

  • Immersive New Orleans Bar Atmosphere

    The venue delivers an authentic taste of Louisiana culture with retro styling, vibrant energy, and unpretentious bar hospitality.

    welcoming retro New Orleans vibe and decor with an extensive cocktail list and southern style food menu

    Antony Mazzaferro

  • Shareable Cajun Bar Bites

    Menus are designed around shareable Cajun plates, smoked meats, and snackable bites suited for casual grazing alongside cocktails.

    Great little bar serving Cajun food, I felt like I was back in New Orleans! Spicy fried chicken and corn was great

    dean sunshine

Most-loved dishes and tastings favored by guests

  • Whisky flight

    We came here specifically for the whisky flight. The server Angus was super accommodating even with how busy they were, suggesting different whisky’s for a custom flight.

    Jamie Pearce

  • Fried chicken

    Spicy fried chicken and corn was great

    dean sunshine

  • Cornbread

    The food was good - standouts were the burnt pork bites and the amazing jalapeño cornbread- they should sell that to takeaway because it was amazing and so full of flavour .

    bonbon and pumpkin

  • Tater Tots

    And the tater tots??? Are you kidding me???? I did not know potatoes could be improved until I ate these.

    RQ

Other favorites

Sides and sweet treats to complement your drinks

  • Beignets

    The beignets are really good, not like Cafe Du Monde in New Orleans but still a tasty treat.

    Joshua Whitaker

  • Frickles

    Frickles which were Lightly battered dill pickles with fermented jalapeno aioli.

    Sharyn

  • Spicy Corn Ribs

    The Spicy Corn Ribs, BBQ Pork Belly and the Cauliflower were the most balanced and delicious of all. That’s not to take away from the others, it’s just that those made us go wow!

    Sharyn

  • Smoked Bacon Mac and Cheese

    Smoked Bacon Mac and Cheese

    Sharyn

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality practices and tailored service rituals at NOLA Adelaide.

  • Custom Whiskey Flight Guidance

    Bar staff actively design tailored whiskey tasting flights tableside, providing detailed storytelling on each pour's origin and flavor character.

  • Complimentary Tap Tastes

    Guests can sample draft selections across the craft beer taps before committing to a full pour.

  • Walk-In-Only Policy

    Service runs entirely on an unreserved, walk-in basis, accommodating spontaneous late-afternoon or evening visits without bookings.

  • Late-Night Kitchen Service

    The kitchen serves its hot Cajun and Southern menu late into the night, catering to diners arriving well past standard dinner service.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of food and dining experience should you expect?

NOLA is geared toward drinks and grazing plates rather than a structured formal dinner, featuring American South and Cajun snacks like fried chicken, po'boy rolls, jalapeño cornbread, and beignets. Portion-wise, three pieces of chicken is quite filling, and ordering can be done directly from your table via QR code.

Can you sample beers before choosing a pour?

Yes, NOLA features an extensive craft beer tap selection and guests are welcome to sample beers before ordering, or try a beer paddle to explore multiple brews.

How do the whiskey tastings and flights work?

The bar offers custom whiskey flights and guided tastings led by knowledgeable bartenders who walk guests through flavor profiles, origins, and spirit selections.

Is there live music and how is the seating arranged?

NOLA has two levels: craft beers are focused downstairs, while the second floor features a cocktail bar and hosts regular live music performances. If you prefer to chat easily while still enjoying the music, downstairs seating offers a quieter perch.

Can you get late-night food and drinks?

Yes, NOLA serves food and drinks later into the evening than many nearby venues, with visitors regularly enjoying bites and cocktails past 9:00 PM.

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