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Suanie’s

73 Semaphore Rd, Semaphore SA 5019, Australia

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73 Semaphore Rd, Semaphore SA 5019, Australia

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HoursMonday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Suanie’s

Steps from the Semaphore foreshore, this friendly daytime cafe flips on Thursday nights into a lively Southeast Asian dinner joint. Regulars stop in by day for hearty brekky wraps, house-baked beans, and generous espresso pours before perusing the giftware shelves. Come evening, the kitchen turns out tender osso buco massaman and crisp curry puffs alongside house-made sweet chilli sauce, finishing with rounds of fried ice cream.

  • Day-to-night Thai transition: Operates as a beachside brunch cafe by day before dishing out osso buco massaman, curries, and fried ice cream from Thursday evening.
  • Coeliac-aware menu: Extensive options from gluten-free wraps to baked brownies cater comfortably to coeliacs without steep upcharges.
  • Coastal stop with play and retail: An inviting space near the foreshore featuring outdoor seating, kids' play elements, and browseable local giftware.

What's On at Suanie’s

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Diners Choose Suanie’s

From trusted gluten-free cafe favourites by day to authentic Thai curries by evening, discover why locals gather at Suanie’s.

  • Safe and Fairly Priced Coeliac Dining

    The kitchen prepares safe gluten-free breakfast wraps and lunches with dedicated allergy awareness without charging extreme dietary premiums.

    The menu is broad and caters to most allergens. For a gluten free lunch, the cost is not extreme.

    Georgia
  • Flavourful Allergen-Friendly Staples

    Guests with severe dietary restrictions find full menus featuring gluten-free wraps, cakes, and hearty cooked meals that fit daily budgets.

    Finding good GF food can be a struggle, but this place nails it! Super tasty meals, nice atmosphere and didn't break the bank.

    Gianny Scoleri
  • Evening Thai and Southeast Asian Transformation

    From Thursday evenings onward, this daytime cafe shifts into an authentic Southeast Asian dinner destination serving osso buco massaman, fresh spring rolls, and light curry puffs.

    What a treat to have such amazing Thai and SE Asian food in Semaphore. Loved every single dish and cannot wait to come back for more.

    Anthony Hunter
  • Distinct Dinner Menus on Semaphore Road

    Locals drop in along Semaphore Road for generous evening curries and specialized dinner selections not typical of traditional beachside cafes.

    Our mains were perfect, generous serves, Thai choices I haven't seen in other restaurants. Our new favourite place to eat on Semaphore Road.

    Kerry Poulish
  • Seaside Foreshore Breakfast and Brunch

    A beachside brunch destination by the Semaphore foreshore where guests can unwind with freshly made coffee, generous cooked breakfasts, and welcoming hospitality.

    An absolute gem of a cafe, located right next to Semaphore’s foreshore.

    Daniel Bambrick
  • Warm Coastal Service and Hearty Plates

    Diners enjoy attentive, personal care from welcoming staff alongside hearty cooked dishes featuring house-made baked beans and fresh coffee.

    The service is excellent, warm welcome as you enter the cafe, to the friendly service the entire dining experience.

    craig west

Other favorites

Appetizers, sides, and sweet baked treats complementing daytime and evening visits

  • Spring Rolls

    Spring rolls were to die for.

    Anthony Hunter
  • Fried Ice Cream

    MUST TRY- Fried ice-cream.... It's not normal fried ice cream!!

    Laura Winsper
  • Chocolate Brownie

    Their choc brownie is devine.

    Cara Mia
  • Cherry Almond Cake

    finished with a cherry almond cake with fresh cream.

    Lynda Pooley

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality, dietary attentiveness, and unique cafe amenities along Semaphore Road

  • Fair-Priced Coeliac & Allergy Care

    The kitchen accommodates high-sensitivity coeliac and multi-allergy diners with safe wraps, cakes, and substitutes without excessive dietary surcharges.

  • Scratch-Made Accompaniments

    Cooks make their own baked beans from scratch for cooked breakfasts and craft house-made sweet chilli dipping sauce for evening curry puffs.

  • Attentive Order Recall & Flexibility

    Floor staff warmly greet diners, remember repeat orders after only a few visits, and facilitate customized skewers upon request.

  • Kids' Play Corner & Curated Retail

    The dining space includes a dedicated children's play area alongside browseable retail shelves featuring quirky giftware, cards, and treasures.

Before you head over

Practical advice on dietary accommodations, evening Thai dining, and family visits.

  • Coeliac & Allergen Ordering

    The kitchen handles severe gluten sensitivities with broad options like wraps, cakes, and breakfast plates without excessive allergen surcharges.

  • Evening Thai Service Timing

    Dinner shifts to Thai and Southeast Asian specialties starting Thursdays, serving dishes like lamb shank or osso buco massaman and curry puffs alongside cafe daytime hours.

  • Family & Accessibility Facilities

    The venue accommodates pushchairs, wheelchairs, and families with an on-site kids play area, children's menu choices, and browseable giftware displays.

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