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The Lion Hotel

161 Melbourne St, North Adelaide SA 5006, Australia

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161 Melbourne St, North Adelaide SA 5006, Australia

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+61 8 8367 0222
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM Friday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Lion Hotel

A heritage North Adelaide icon pairing front-pub energy with an unexpectedly refined white-tablecloth dining room. Mod-Oz cooking leads the charge on Melbourne Street—think natural oysters with fresh lime wedges, slow-cooked lamb ragu, and crab linguine. Regular patrons head to the lively front bistro or outdoor courtyard for cold tap beer and live weekend sets, then slip through to the back dining room when a crackling fire and proper table settings are in order. The kitchen handles specialized requests with ease, from low-FODMAP adjustments to multi-course regional winery showcases. Crisp chips, seasoned steaks, and a share of warm white bean dip set the table, wrapping up cleanly once the baklava cheesecake lands.

  • Elevated Mod-Oz Dining: Hefty natural oysters, slow-cooked lamb ragu, and crab linguine served alongside classic steaks and schnitzels.
  • Dual Dining Spaces: Partitioned layout splits a bustling front bistro and courtyard from an elegant dining room set with white tablecloths and a fireplace.
  • Winery Showcase Dinners: Regular multi-course tasting menus paired with regional wines, backed by an in-house wine shop.
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Why Choose The Lion Hotel

Discover why guests choose The Lion Hotel for refined dining, tailored hospitality, and vibrant gatherings.

  • Refined Restaurant Dining Within a Heritage Pub

    A partitioned venue floorplan offers a dynamic front pub bistro alongside an intimate, dedicated restaurant area dressed with white tablecloths and fireside tables.

    The dining room itself exudes understated elegance. Crisp white tablecloths, quality glassware and polished cutlery create a sense of occasion that is becoming increasingly rare.

    Susan

  • Dual-Concept Setting for Milestone Occasions

    Guests can transition seamlessly between craft beers at the bar and an elevated, multi-course dining experience unmatched in standard pub venues.

    most amazing fine dining restaurant I’ve ever come across in a pub

    Chris Duckworth

  • Attentive Low-FODMAP and Dietary Care

    The kitchen and floor staff directly consult on restrictive diets, customizing bespoke dishes for elimination, low-FODMAP, and specific ingredient exclusions.

    They helped me with my no garlic and no onion FODMAP dietary requirements and produced a delicious meal.

    Tania Arthur

  • Curated Winery Showcases and Paired Menus

    Guests enjoy complete beverage pairings and curated multi-course wine events with dedicated wine showcases and an on-site wine shop.

    Priced around the $130 to $150 pp for 4 courses and a paired wine tasting - the experience is excellent.

    Stephanie K

  • Quick Pre-Game Dining and Drinks

    Quick dining options, hearty schnitzels, and prompt service give groups a dependable launch point before sporting events.

    Great spot for a pre-game feed. Friendly staff, a quality schnitzel, and service was quick enough that we had plenty of time to get to the game

    Dan Jones

  • Lively Social Gatherings and Live Music

    Expansive indoor and outdoor spaces host vibrant gatherings with live weekend music and a broad drinks selection.

    A blend of old and new, a great mix of inside and outdoor seating and brilliant range of beers, wines ans spirits. On weekends you'll likely catch some live music

    Justin MacDonald

Signature dishes frequently praised by guests across formal and casual dining rooms

  • Steak

    As for the food, the steak was simply outstanding, cooked perfectly and seasoned beautifully.

    Susan

  • Schnitzel

    Friendly staff, a quality schnitzel, and service was quick enough that we had plenty of time to get to the game

    Dan Jones

  • Pork belly

    I had the pork belly and my wife had the lamb Ragu and we would both say that they were excellent and generous in servings.

    john mitchell

  • Fish and chips

    The batter on the fish was crispy and light and the chips were crunchy and full of flavour.

    Jill Le Feuvre

Other favorites

Complementary starters, sides, and house desserts

  • Oysters

    Too many special offers to mention but the oysters and Sunday wine offer were amazing.

    Kristine King

  • White bean dip with zucchini chips

    We shared entrees - the white bean dip with zucchini chips were amazing!

    Nora

  • Baklava cheese cake

    Followed with the crab linguine and baklava cheese cake. Omg sooo good I wanted to lick the plate.

    Nora

  • Crab linguine

    Followed with the crab linguine and baklava cheese cake.

    Nora

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful dietary accommodations and hospitality touches that elevate the experience.

  • Tailored Elimination Diet Care

    Staff consult directly with the kitchen to tailor dishes for complex elimination diets, adding thoughtful touches like water with fresh lime in a wine glass so diners feel celebrated.

  • Low-FODMAP Menu Customization

    Chefs adapt menu items for strict low-FODMAP dietary needs, preparing dishes completely free of garlic and onion.

  • Crackling Fireplace Ambience

    Guests can relax beside a crackling open fireplace with a glass of wine, creating an intimate, fireside dining setting inside the heritage hotel.

  • Curated Winery Showcases

    The venue runs dedicated multi-course winery showcase evenings paired with wine tastings alongside its in-house wine shop offerings.

Before you head over

Practical guidance to make the most of your visit to The Lion Hotel.

  • Choose Between Pub and Dining Room

    The venue features both an energetic casual pub and an elegant formal dining room with white tablecloths. Reserve specifically for the dining room if you want a refined sit-down meal or milestone celebration.

  • Navigate Custom Dietary Needs

    If you are following a restrictive protocol like an elimination diet or low-FODMAP, inform the staff. The kitchen team collaborates directly to adapt dishes to your requirements.

  • Plan Ahead for Parking

    On-site parking can fill up quickly during peak hours and busy days, so allow extra time to find street meter parking or use nearby parking lots.

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