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 take care of you from start to finish.
Our Evening Experience
As the sun sets and the gates close to the public, The Lodge transforms into a tranquil escape in the heart of the Adelaide Botanic Garden. With intimate lakeside views and a seasonal set menu, guests are invited to experience the stillness of the gardens after dark — a rare and elegant way to dine beneath the canopy.
Our final evening service will take place this Friday, 25 July 2025, before we pause to design a new dinner experience
launching in High Season on 3 October 2025.
The Lodge remains open year-round in the evenings for bespoke private functions and corporate events — set against one
of Adelaide’s most unforgettable backdrops.
See you at The Lodge.
Gift Certificates
Give the gift of lakeside dining, seasonal flavours, and tranquil surrounds. A culinary experience they’ll never forget.
Open Daily; 9:30am - 4:00pm
Coffee and Cakes; Daily: 9:30am - 4:00pm
Lunch: Monday to Sunday: 11:30am - 3:00pm
On Friday, October 3rd, we unveil a new chapter in our evening experience — stay tuned for more details!
Available year-round in the evenings for bespoke private events and corporate gatherings, by appoinment.
FAQ
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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)
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The Lodge is best accessed via Friend’s Gate, located off of Plane Tree Drive. Access is also available from North Terrace & Hackney Road.
We are located to the west of Restaurant Botanic in the Adelaide Botanic Garden.
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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.
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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.
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The Lodge hosts an impressive wine list with a great focus on local beverages and also international representation.
We do not allow BYO/corkage.
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For all enquiries, email us at hello@botaniclodge.com.au
Or, call us on (08) 7082 0177
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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.