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Polk Restaurant and Bar

114 Partridge St, Glenelg South SA 5045, Australia

Recommended by 6 people

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114 Partridge St, Glenelg South SA 5045, Australia

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+61 433 504 114
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM Friday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Polk Restaurant and Bar

Tucked away in Glenelg South, Polk delivers sharp Southeast Asian dishes with a bright coastal energy from morning flat whites to late-night spritzes. Regulars skip the ordering debates entirely and hand things over to the kitchen via the feed me menu. Plates arrive fast and punchy—crisp choo chee barramundi swimming in spiced curry sauce, delicate kingfish sashimi, and smoky kangaroo tataki. Daytime keeps the room buzzing with house-brewed coffee and sweet pear french toast before service tilts toward kiwi whisky sours and shared banquets. Dinner wraps up over warm roti layered with banana and condensed milk.

  • Feed Me Menus: Multi-course shared banquets take the guesswork out of group dining with standout dishes like crispy choo chee barramundi.
  • All-Day Coastal Trade: Runs smoothly from morning coffee and breakfast plates straight through to evening cocktails and shared feasts.
  • Native Fusion Twists: Pairs classic Thai flavors with inventive regional additions like kangaroo tataki and carpaccio.
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The Polk Experience

Why diners choose Polk Restaurant and Bar for shared banquets, celebrations, and daily dining in Glenelg South

  • Effortless Shared Dining Experiences

    Multi-course banquet and feed me options allow groups to share vibrant signature dishes without the friction of ordering individual plates.

    We opted for the feed me option and it was excellent. We enjoyed a lovely selection of dishes. All the food was very tasty and fresh.

    The Cowley Family

  • Inventive Modern Asian Flavours

    The kitchen combines modern Southeast Asian recipes with innovative twists, pairing creative flavour profiles with crafted cocktails.

    The menu, both food and constails/drinks, were filled with innovation and a sensible amount of options.

    Jay Sewell

  • Seamless Celebration & Group Hosting

    Accommodating team management ensures large milestones, birthdays, and private events run smoothly with personalised menu touches.

    The personalised menus were a beautiful touch and made the experience feel extra special, letting us know exactly what dishes we were enjoying.

    Lucy Nietschke

  • Stylish Suburban Gathering Space

    Chic pastel interiors, warm hospitality, and lively ambiance provide an inviting venue for birthdays and casual celebrations.

    The aesthetic in Polk is to die for and the staff are very friendly and happy to help! Definitely worth the money!

    Taylah Berry

  • Versatile All-Day Service

    Full-day trading covers breakfast, brunch, and takeaway coffee through to dinner service and cocktails under one roof.

    everything I’ve tried here for breakfast, lunch, and dinner has been amazing. The quality and consistency are top-notch every time.

    Tara Henwood

  • Thoughtful Dietary Catering

    Reliable coordination effortlessly accommodates dietary requirements like gluten-free and dairy-free so every diner is included.

    We had both gluten-free and dairy-free dietary requirements, and everyone was exceptionally well catered for -no one felt like an afterthought.

    Lucy Nietschke

Diner-favourite Asian fusion plates and core banquet staples

  • Kingfish Sashimi

    The kingfish sashimi was sublime,

    Nigel Stewart

  • Barramundi Curry

    I had the barramundi curry which was so tasty

    Georgi Cat

  • Drunken Noodles

    drunken noodles which were both v tasty.

    Jane Mason

  • Kangaroo Tataki

    I am big fan of the curries but also the Kangaroo Tataki.

    Jarrad McPhee

Other favorites

Complementary bites, morning brunch dishes, and curated drinks

  • Pear French Toast

    We had the pear french toast and the eggs and bacon with sourdough. They both were so good me and my friend devoured it in seconds.

    RuRu

  • Takeaway Coffee

    Stopped by for a takeaway coffee today and it was seriously delicious - smooth, rich, and perfectly made.

    Tara Henwood

  • Lychee Martini Spritz

    Lychee/martini spritz, elderflower spritz and kiwi whisky sours (as a big whisky drinker these were phenomenal and innovative again!!)

    Jay Sewell

  • Sweet Potato Chips

    highly recommend the sticky ribs, drunken noodles and sweet potato chips!

    Nicole Catabran

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches and bespoke details that elevate dining at Polk

  • Personalised Event Banquet Menus

    Custom printed menus are crafted for banquet events, detailing each course so guests know precisely what dishes they are sharing.

  • Thoughtful Dietary Coordination

    Gluten-free and dairy-free requirements for large group celebrations are seamlessly catered for without feeling like an afterthought.

  • Off-Menu Beverage Sourcing

    Staff proactively source specific unavailable wine bottles from nearby when a guest requests an off-list selection.

  • Pastel Decor with Ceiling Detailing

    The dining room features a pastel aesthetic complemented by intricate, decorative ceiling accents.

Before you head over

Practical tips for booking, group ordering, and exploring the menu at Polk Restaurant and Bar

  • Opt for the Banquet for Dietary Requirements

    Select the banquet or 'feed me' option when dining with groups to easily navigate dietary requests like gluten-free and dairy-free without ordering friction.

  • Plan Ahead for Peak Weekend Sittings

    Polk serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with weekend brunch and peak dinner times drawing steady crowds and occasional kitchen waits, making early sittings or reservations beneficial.

  • Sample the Native Australian Fusion Specialties

    Look beyond standard proteins to sample the standout kangaroo carpaccio or tataki, which showcase the kitchen's signature native Australian fusion.

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