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Paper Tiger

285 Rundle St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia

Recommended by 14 people

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285 Rundle St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia

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+61 448 762 888
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Paper Tiger

Rundle Street’s Paper Tiger charges Southeast Asian dining with punchy contrasts and retro Nanyang charm. Herringbone timber, olive walls, and wide street windows set an easy tempo for sharing plates. Tables regularly point first-timers to the Feed Me menu, cutting through decision fatigue with eight rapid-fire courses. Raw Szechuan beef tartare arrives ready to heap onto brittle prawn crackers, while grilled scallops rest over warm pebbles in a lime-laced yellow curry. Between bites of honey-glazed sticky lamb ribs, golden mantou buns soak up Singapore chilli soft shell crab. Pair the Taiwanese golden kimchi prawn toast with a lychee cocktail by the open street front.

  • Retro Nanyang Aesthetic: Olive green tones, herringbone timber, and wide windows opening straight onto Rundle Street.
  • Feed Me Tasting Lineup: Curated multi-course shared feasts featuring Szechuan beef tartare with prawn crackers and scallops over warm pebbles.
  • Signature Sharing Plates: Singapore chilli soft shell crab with golden mantou, alongside honey-glazed sticky lamb ribs.
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Why Dine at Paper Tiger

Why diners choose Paper Tiger for group feasts, milestone celebrations, and lively East End evenings

  • Curated Multi-Course 'Feed Me' Tasting Menu

    Paper Tiger curates an 8-course banquet offering signature Southeast Asian fusion dishes served at a seamless pace.

    The Feed Me menu is the star – eight dishes for around $78 per person, showcasing bold flavours from scallops to dry-aged duck with creamy lychee sauce.

    Mark Rohrlach

  • Accommodating Group Dining Customization

    The kitchen readily accommodates tasting menu customizations, allowing parties to swap in signature savory bites like beef tartare.

    We opted for the ‘feed me’ and our request that dessert be replaced with the beef tartare was kindly accommodated.

    Carla Vowles

  • Royalty-Calibre Celebratory Hosting

    Attentive, thoughtful service ensures guests feel pampered and warmly hosted across major celebrations and special occasions.

    we felt like royalty with the team making sure we had everything we needed, checking in on us throughout the night.

    Lia Chances

  • Special Milestone Care

    Guests leave milestone events and birthday dinners feeling genuinely recognized and well looked after by the staff.

    It was my birthday and they really looked after me and made me feel special.

    Dina

  • Retro Modern Nanyang Interior Aesthetic

    The dining room pairs olive green walls with herringbone timber floors to create a laid-back retro modern atmosphere.

    The interior boasts a retro modern Nanyang aesthetic, with olive green walls paired with herringbone timber flooring, creating an incredibly laid-back, relaxed vibe.

    ruilei yang

  • Open-Air Rundle Street Dining Setting

    Large street-facing windows connect diners directly to the lively pedestrian energy and bustle of Rundle Street.

    They also have big windows that open up into the street where you can sit too and it is SOOO cute!!

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Beloved modern Southeast Asian sharing dishes grounded in bold Nanyang flavors

  • Grilled Scallops

    Coated in a house-made Nanyang yellow curry sauce with a subtle zesty lime tang, the scallops are ultra-tender and naturally sweet. An absolute must-order you cannot go wrong with.

    ruilei yang

  • Sticky Lamb Ribs

    The Sticky Lamb Ribs were the highlight of the night — incredibly tender and full of flavour.

    Alice Ng

  • Szechuan Beef Tartare

    Layer a spoonful over crispy prawn crackers for a brilliant East-meets-West fusion bite, incredibly creative.

    ruilei yang

  • Singapore Chilli Soft Shell Crab

    The whole crab is deep-fried until the shell is perfectly crisp and edible, served with golden mini mantou buns. The rich house sweet-spicy sauce pairs beautifully with the steamed buns, delivering authentic bold Nanyang flavours.

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Beyond the menu

Distinctive hospitable touches and unique dining details at Paper Tiger

  • Warm Pebble Scallop Presentation

    Table presentation where signature grilled scallops are plated on warm pebbles and coated in yellow curry sauce.

  • Celebration Care and Pampering

    Attentive dining hospitality where staff tailor suggestions and ensure birthday guests feel thoroughly celebrated and looked after.

  • Flexible Banquet Course Adjustments

    Staff readily tailor feed me banquet arrangements upon request, including swapping out dessert courses for savoury dishes like beef tartare.

  • Open-Air Rundle Street Window Seating

    Open-air streetfront window seating along Rundle Street offering a seamless connection to the lively East End sidewalk.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a tasting or 'Feed Me' set menu available?

Yes, Paper Tiger offers a Feed Me banquet menu featuring multiple sharing courses, including highlights like grilled scallops, curries, and desserts. Guests can also order à la carte, and the kitchen has accommodated menu swaps like trading dessert for beef tartare.

What are the signature dishes to order?

Popular standout choices include the sticky lamb ribs, grilled scallops served on warm pebbles, Szechuan beef tartare layered on prawn crackers, and the Singapore chilli soft shell crab served with mantou buns.

Does Paper Tiger cater to vegetarian and dietary requirements?

Yes, the restaurant serves vegetarian-friendly options and can accommodate dietary requirements, with reviewers noting distinct vegan and vegetarian alternatives to popular menu items.

What types of seating are available?

The dining room features a mix of standard tables, booths, bar seating, and outdoor dining, along with large open street-facing windows overlooking Rundle Street.

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