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Thelma Piccadilly
176 Piccadilly Rd, Piccadilly SA 5151, Australia
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176 Piccadilly Rd, Piccadilly SA 5151, Australia
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Tucked into the Adelaide Hills, this Piccadilly room pairs hyper-seasonal South Australian produce with an unpretentious tasting format. An open kitchen sets the tempo—Chef Tom turns out a shifting set menu where cape bauer oysters, fresh calamari, and dry-aged beef tartare share space with warm honey mousse. Diners routinely flag the feed-me feast as one of the sharpest values in the state. Pouring alongside are low-intervention drops from small-scale growers, soundtracked to low-key Celtic folk beneath tea light candles.
- Feed-Me Tasting Menu: Rotating multi-course set tasting guided by local produce and chef improvisation.
- Low-Intervention Wine List: Curated pours spotlighting sustainably minded, small-scale producers.
- Open-Kitchen Service: Intimate dining room with courses cooked in full view alongside warm, attentive hospitality.
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Why Choose Thelma Piccadilly
An intimate culinary destination in the Adelaide Hills celebrating hyper-seasonal produce and natural winemaking
Seasonally Driven Feed-Me Experience
Chef Tom crafts an evolving set menu driven entirely by hyper-seasonal South Australian produce and refined, unpretentious culinary mastery.
The sophisticated flavours, fresh and SA produce was a strong feature and their passion for the food was obvious.
Amanda Pirone Intimate Open Solo Chef Preparation
Guests experience an intimate setting where the sole chef prepares dishes in direct view, accompanied by thoughtful course-by-course commentary.
I particularly liked the way the food came out as the one and only chef cooked it. It felt as though he was just cooking for us.
margot phillipson Warm and Attentive Care
Thoughtful, welcoming front-of-house hospitality makes every guest feel completely at home, relaxed, and cared for throughout their meal.
From the moment we arrived, we felt so well looked after, and the atmosphere made it hard to leave.
Giorgia Mottin Sensory and Inventive Flavors
Each inventive plate delivers vibrant, sensory-rich flavor pairings cooked with genuine respect for the inherent qualities of local ingredients.
It's honest and real at the same time as being a somewhat mind blowing, taste bud expanding experience.
Jeffrey Simmons Curated Natural and Organic Wines
The cellar features an intentional selection of organic and low-intervention bottles sourced from small-scale, sustainably minded winemakers.
The staff’s expertise in guiding wine selections, especially from small-scale, sustainably minded producers, elevates the experience without ever feeling showy .
Thanos Lygdas Seamless Dish and Wine Pairings
Knowledgeable staff seamlessly pair tight, low-intervention regional drink selections with multi-course dishes for exceptional value.
warm service, excellent tight wine/drinks list and beautiful produce treated with love and respect.
Taylor Corbacho
Most popular items
Signature courses and tasting experiences highlighted by guests
Feed Me menu
We had their Feed Me menu and it was incredible value for money.
Amanda Pirone Honey mousse
Especially loved the sardines on toast and the honey mousse - so yummy!
Jenny P Sardines on toast
Especially loved the sardines on toast and the honey mousse - so yummy!
Jenny P Cape bauer oyster
A definite highlight was the cape bauer oyster - it certainly beats the sydney rock and pacific oyster in flavour and texture.
Giselle Antonelli
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful, personal details that elevate destination dining in the Adelaide Hills
Direct Single-Chef Cooking and Pacing
Dishes are cooked in full view by a single chef who paces each course as though preparing it personally for your table, complete with detailed dish-by-dish explanations.
Tailored Multi-Course Dietary Accommodation
Despite a meat-forward seasonal lineup, the kitchen customizes a multi-course set tasting progression to accommodate vegetarian requirements seamlessly.
Outdoor Blankets and Warming Comforts
For crisp Adelaide Hills days, outdoor dining is thoughtfully equipped with blankets on chairs and outdoor heaters so guests stay cozy during destination lunches.
Curated Natural and Organic Wine Guidance
Staff actively guide guests through an unpretentious list of natural, organic, and sustainably minded regional wines to match each seasonal course.
Frequently Asked Questions
What style of menu does Thelma Piccadilly offer?
Dining centers on a rotating, multi-course 'feed me' tasting menu highlighting seasonal local produce and seafood. The menu frequently shifts with the seasons and chef selections.
Can dietary requirements or vegetarian diets be catered for?
The restaurant can accommodate vegetarian diners with advance notice, though the standard tasting menu tends to feature meat and seafood heavily, and vegetarian menus may not always be available for specific services like Saturday dinners.
Do I need to book in advance?
Reservations are strongly recommended, as seating is limited in the intimate dining room where courses are prepared in full view.
What kind of drinks and wine pairings are available?
The beverage list features a curated selection of natural and organic wines, with staff offering knowledgeable pairing recommendations to match each course.
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