Restaurant
That Restaurant on Gouger
247-251 Gouger St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Find That Restaurant on Gouger
247-251 Gouger St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
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Plan your visitAbout That Restaurant on Gouger
Set in an old heritage pub on the western edge of Gouger Street, this midnight anchor feeds night owls and shift workers with hot, unapologetic Sichuan plates. The room feels easygoing and unhurried—original woodwork, generous tables, and teapots refilled into the small hours. Diners head here specifically for the dry chillies tossed with king prawn and squid, where the kitchen turns up the heat on request. Between beer-braised duck, garlicky greens, and tender e-shand eggplant, the menu handles big groups and late cravings without missing a beat.
- Late-Night Dining: Full-kitchen dining past midnight, running until 3:00 AM on Friday and Saturday nights without rushing diners out.
- Tailored Sichuan Heat: The kitchen readily dials up heat levels upon request, delivering serious chilli kicks across seafood and stir-fries.
- Heritage Pub Setting: Housed in a converted heritage pub featuring classic timber details, ample seating, and a casual atmosphere.
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Why Diners Choose That Restaurant on Gouger
From midnight feasts in a converted heritage pub to customized Sichuan heat, here is why diners choose That Restaurant on Gouger.
Reliable Late-Night Hot Dinners
Operating past midnight and until 3:00 AM on Fridays and Saturdays, the kitchen serves fresh, full hot dinners well after standard Adelaide closing times.
One thing that is suprising it opens until 3 AM on Fridays and Saturdays. Is this really possible in Adelaide? Anyway i’m happy there’s a place where i can enjoy such delicious food late at night.
Jamie H Unhurried Late-Shift Welcome
Late-shift workers and evening diners can arrive after hours without feeling rushed out before closing.
They are reliably open after we finish work and we never feel like they are waiting for us to leave. They are super accommodating and chilled.
Michelle Robinson Spacious Shared Dining
Generous shareable portions and ample seating accommodate work groups, family gatherings, and friends without feeling cramped.
the food is good for share and its pretty cozy to gathering with friends or family
Julianto Santosa Relaxed Heritage Pub Ambience
A historic pub conversion provides a warm, character-filled setting featuring vintage wooden bar fittings and casual heritage charm.
I like the old pub converted into a Chinese restaurant with friendly service, decently priced beers and food and yummy food.
David Maddison Punchy Sichuan Chilli Heat
Dishes deliver deep, assertive spice levels featuring dry chillies, Sichuan peppers, and house-crafted garlic sauces.
One small warning though: be careful with the dry chillies… they mean business! Hehe! But honestly, it just adds to the fun and flavor of the place.
Anal Kanti Roy Tailored Spice Tolerances
The team happily customizes spice profiles to suit individual tolerances, offering extra heat for serious chili enthusiasts.
He also offered to make everything extra spicy once we mentioned loving things extra hot.
Rebecca Sypek
Most popular items
Authentic Sichuan specialties and crowd favorites cooked fresh until late
Salt and Pepper Fish
Especially the salt and pepper fish, absolutely fab.
Celina McKenzie Dumplings
The dumplings were great
David Maddison Dry Hot Pot
My partner and I had the pork belly in green pepper sauce and dry hot pot. We have tried most of the hot pot places in Adelaide at this point and this was definitely one of the best.
Danica Bell King Prawn & Squid in Hot & Spicy Sauce
King Prawn & Squid in Hot & Spicy Sauce ($28.80)
Anal Kanti Roy
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality touches and kitchen flexibility that elevate late-night dining on Gouger Street.
Attentive Vegetarian & Spice Customization
Staff identify vegetarian preferences on sight to confirm dish ingredients and actively offer to increase spice levels to your exact tolerance.
Unhurried Late-Shift Hospitality
Late-finishing workers and night owls are welcomed warmly well past midnight, without staff rushing tables or making diners feel like they need to leave.
BYO Celebration Cake Support
Celebration groups can enjoy dedicated spacious seating and bring their own birthday cake with accommodating service.
House-Crafted Specialty Sauces
Vegetable dishes and stir-fries are elevated by the chef's own scratch-made garlic sauce crafted in-house.
Frequently Asked Questions
How late is the kitchen open for dinner?
The restaurant serves late-night diners, opening at 5:00 PM for dinner and staying open until 1:30 AM most nights (and until 2:30 AM on Friday and Saturday), with Wednesday being closed. Guests highlight that the kitchen provides full hot meals well past midnight without feeling rushed.
How spicy is the food, and can heat levels be customized?
Yes, spicy dishes like dry-pot chicken, king prawns, and pork with dry chillies come with serious heat, but the kitchen offers milder alternatives, customizable spice levels upon request, and homemade chilli oil on the side.
Are there vegetarian options available?
Yes, the restaurant serves vegetarian dishes, with staff actively confirming orders and able to adjust preparation or heat levels to suit dietary preferences.
Do you need to book ahead or are walk-ins welcome?
Yes, the restaurant accepts reservations and accommodates walk-ins, with a spacious dining area converted from a heritage pub building that comfortably fits coworker groups and family gatherings.
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