Restaurant
Patch Kitchen & Garden
143 Mount Barker Rd, Stirling SA 5152, Australia
Find Patch Kitchen & Garden
143 Mount Barker Rd, Stirling SA 5152, Australia
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Skip the crawl into Adelaide for fresh pasta—this converted heritage homestead in Stirling serves up regional Italian dining with all the intimacy of a friend's dining room. Run by husband-and-wife duo Belle and Andy, the floor operates with zero stiffness while the kitchen rolls out house-made blue swimmer crab tagliatelle and savoury baked Reggiano flan with rich meat ragu. Frequent guests lean into the generous 'feed me' progression or pair crisp local pours with grilled octopus dressed in spicy 'nduja. Families get a rare break here too, thanks to the kitchen happily scaling adult menu plates down to kid-friendly portions on request.
- Handmade pasta & ragu: House-made tagliatelle with blue swimmer crab and baked Reggiano flan with slow-cooked ragu headline the kitchen's seasonal lineup.
- Heritage cottage setting: Housed in a charming Stirling residence featuring a back garden and private dining room that feels like home.
- Owner-led hospitality: Husband-and-wife owners Belle and Andy lead front-of-house hospitality and the pass with personal warmth.
- Tailored kid-friendly portions: The kitchen plates custom, scaled-down portions of regular menu dishes for younger guests.
What's On at Patch Kitchen & Garden
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Choose Patch Kitchen & Garden
Discover why diners choose Patch Kitchen & Garden for memorable Adelaide Hills dining.
Handmade Pasta in the Adelaide Hills
All pasta is made fresh in-house, pairing delicate sauces with seasonal regional ingredients right in Stirling.
The pasta is the reason. All made in house, and you can tell the second it hits the table.
Matt Swann Tailored Portions for Younger Diners
Rather than relegating kids to standard fried staples, the kitchen prepares tailored portions of adult menu dishes by agreement.
There is no specific childrens menu but the hosts are happy to serve appropriate portion sizes at an agreed price.
John mosel Welcomed Like Visiting Family
Belle and Andy's hands-on hospitality creates an atmosphere where diners are embraced like personal houseguests.
We're always welcomed like family and made to feel completely spoilt from the moment we walk in.
Stephanie Intimate Residential Warmth
Set within a historic residence, dining feels like being cared for in the comfortable home of a longtime friend.
Patch feels less like a restaurant and more like being welcomed into the warm Hills home of a close friend.
Sebastian Walker Chef-Led Multi-Course Feasts
The multi-course feed me menu takes the guesswork out of ordering with generous, balanced courses paired with wine.
Everything on the menu was tantalizing, so we decided to go with the Chef’s feed me menu.
Joshika Akhil Historic Heritage Charm
Set in scenic Stirling in a character-filled historic building, diners can linger over cocktails, flans, and seasonal dishes.
Nestled in scenic Stirling in a historic building with a fabulous interior, the food is next level.
Jo Hill
Most popular items
Our most celebrated signature dishes and dining formats
blue swimmer crab tagliatelle
The blue swimmer crab tagliatelle is the one I keep coming back for
Matt Swann parmesan flan with pork ragu
the parmesan flan with pork ragu is an absolute knockout
Matt Swann Chef's feed me menu
we decided to go with the Chef’s feed me menu. Each course carefully prepared and portioned to perfection
Joshika Akhil grilled Port Lincoln Octopus
grilled Port Lincoln Octopus with 'nduja dressing. It was absolutely delicious—I loved every single bite
Amie Sleep
Other favorites
Sides, accompaniments, and desserts to complete your dining experience
crispy potatoes
incredibly crispy potatoes
Amie Sleep bread
bread too good to refuse
John mosel poached pear
For dessert 3 of us shared the poached pear and it was delicious!
Courtney Pregnell creme brulee
their creme brulee
Ashleigh O
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful service rituals, tailored dining touches, and personal hospitality that elevate every visit.
Personal Chef Table Visits
Chef Andy regularly comes out of the kitchen during meal service to greet diners personally and check on their dining experience.
Custom Menu Portions for Children
Rather than offering a generic children's menu, the kitchen scales down and custom-portions dishes from the seasonal adult menu at an agreed price.
Complimentary Sourdough and Butter
Tables receive complimentary house sourdough bread served alongside butter as a welcome touch before the meal begins.
Historic Residential Private Dining
Set inside a converted historic Stirling residence, the venue features dedicated residential rooms and an intimate private dining room tailored for gatherings and milestone occasions.
Before you head over
Practical advice on menus, portions, and dining formats
Dining with Children
The restaurant does not carry a separate dedicated kids menu; instead, the kitchen accommodates younger diners by sizing down adult menu dishes at an agreed price.
Feed Me Pacing
If you are unsure where to start on the menu, opt for the Chef's feed me selection for a curated multi-course feast, but be mindful of pacing your complimentary bread so you save room for dessert.
Group and Milestone Bookings
For special events, family milestones, or group celebrations, consider requesting the private dining room inside the converted historic heritage home.
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