Restaurant
Rita's Bar and Restaurant
69-71 Melbourne St, North Adelaide SA 5006, Australia
Find Rita's Bar and Restaurant
69-71 Melbourne St, North Adelaide SA 5006, Australia
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Book NowAbout Rita's Bar and Restaurant
Melbourne Street’s lively newcomer delivers Italian soul and polished hospitality minutes from the Adelaide CBD. Settle in early at the front bar for an aperitivo and drink guidance from the barman while browsing the plates. Tables buzz with a balance of cozy warmth and neighborhood hum—ideal for casual date nights or milestone birthdays. The smartest play is handing over ordering duties to the 'feed me' tasting menu. Bowls of slow-cooked ragu coat pasta ribbons alongside seared beef and crisp roast potatoes, paced smoothly by an attentive floor crew.
- 'Feed Me' Tasting Menu: Surrender ordering decisions to multi-course tasting spreads showcasing slow-cooked ragu and beef.
- Bar Seating & Drinks Guidance: Arrive early to sip cocktails and get drink recommendations from the bar team before heading to the table.
- Vibrant Melbourne Street Room: Balancing cozy intimacy with vibrant neighborhood energy just outside the Adelaide CBD.
What's On at Rita's Bar and Restaurant
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Choose Rita's
Why diners choose Rita's Bar and Restaurant for evenings out, celebrations, and intimate dinners
Balanced Atmosphere for Any Evening
Rita's crafts an inviting setting designed for everything from intimate date nights to casual catch-ups with friends.
the atmosphere struck the perfect balance between cozy and vibrant
Jenny S Exceptional Cocktails and Dining
Thoughtfully crafted cocktails and standout dishes like rich ragu pasta deliver high culinary quality across the board.
Equally impressive were the cocktails.
Jenny S Curated Menus and Thoughtful Drink Guidance
Guests can enjoy seamless multi-course dining with tasting menus paired with helpful cocktail and drink recommendations from the bar.
the barman was helpful in giving us advice on what drinks to order!
Kerry Tantalos Shared Feasts for Memorable Celebrations
Sharing a feed-me menu with friends makes group celebrations effortless, highlighting crowd-favorite pastas and beef.
Our favourite dishes were the pasta and the beef as part of the feed me menu.
David Maddison Welcoming Pre-Dinner Bar Transition
Arriving guests are welcomed with dedicated bar seating to relax with drinks and explore the menu before dinner begins.
we were seated at the bar to enjoy a drink while we waited.
Raph Claverie Convenient North Adelaide Setting
Located just minutes from the city centre, the venue offers an easy, stress-free destination for an evening out.
Not to mention the convenient location of being a couple minutes drive from the city centre.
Kerry Tantalos
Before you head over
Practical tips on seating, ordering, and drinks for your visit to Rita's.
Arrive Early for a Bar Seat
If you get there ahead of your reservation time, take a seat at the bar to start with a cocktail and review the food menu before heading to your table.
Opt for the Tasting or Feed Me Menu
Take the stress out of deciding dish by dish by choosing the tasting or feed me menu, which highlights popular staples like the slow-cooked ragu pasta and beef.
Ask the Bartender for Pairings
Unsure of what cocktail or wine to pair with your courses? Ask the bar staff directly for tailored drink recommendations.
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