Nestled in Nature.

Nourished by South Australia.

Welcome to

Botanic Lodge.

“The Lodge” offers lakeside dining in the heart of the Adelaide Botanic Garden. Serving nostalgic South Australian dishes, reimagined with seasonal produce in one of the most tranquil settings in the state.


Whether you’re pausing for coffee and a vanilla slice, sharing a meal with family on a garden stroll, or escaping the office for a mid-week lunch — The Lodge offers a relaxed experience surrounded by nature. Enjoy the beauty of the gardens with our outdoor courtyard seating, where you can order at your leisure from the self-serve Kiosk. For a full-service experience, step inside and let our team look after you.

See you at The Lodge.

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Restaurant Menu (Sample)

Open Daily (Coffee and Cakes); 9:30am - 4:00pm

Lunch - Monday to Sunday: 11:30am - 3:00pm

Available year-round in the evenings for bespoke private events and corporate gatherings, by appointment.

Click on the Private Functions tab for more information.

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FAQ

  • We are open 7 days, from 9:30am to 4:00pm

    Lunch: 7 days from 11:30 to 3:00pm

    Dinner: Final service this Friday, 25 July 2025

    (New Dinner experience beginning 3 October, 2025)

  • The Lodge is best accessed via Friend’s Gate, located off of Plane Tree Drive. Access is also available from North Terrace & Hackney Road.

    For dinner reservations, the only entrance and exit is via Friend's Gate, located off of Plane Tree Drive.

    We are located to the west of Restaurant Botanic in the Adelaide Botanic Garden.

  • Ticketed car parking is available on Plane Tree Drive, in front of the Goodman Building and State Herbarium, and just north of the National Wine Centre of Australia – all accessible via Hackney Road. There is free parking on Sundays and public holidays.

  • The Lodge is wheelchair accessible. Adelaide Botanic Garden is wheelchair accessible from all entrance gates except for the Hackney Gate off Hackney Road due to its gradient.

    We ask that you please let us know prior to your reservation so our team can arrange the best access for you.

  • The Lodge hosts an impressive wine list with a great focus on local beverages and also international representation.

    We do not allow BYO/corkage.

  • For all enquiries, email us at hello@botaniclodge.com.au

    Or, call us on (08) 7082 0177

  • We can certainly cater to all dietary requirements in food and beverage! Please speak to our team and they will assist in navigating your requirements safely.

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