Adelaide is particularly well suited to tapas. The city’s compact centre, lively laneways and flourishing small-bar culture make it easy to settle in over a procession of share plates rather than committing to a conventional three-course meal. From Basque-inspired pintxos to contemporary dishes shaped by Mediterranean, Asian and Indian flavours, there is considerable variety behind the tapas label.
The pleasure of tapas lies in contrast. A successful table might combine something crisp with something slow-cooked, a salty or smoky plate with a fresher vegetable dish, and a familiar favourite with one more adventurous choice. It is a style of dining that rewards curiosity, conversation and a willingness to order another round.
These Adelaide venues each approach shared dining differently. Some stay close to Spanish and Basque traditions, while others use tapas as a flexible format for global flavours. Together, they offer options for neighbourhood lunches, intimate wine-bar evenings, pre-show meals and energetic late nights.

Melt Hyde Park
Melt Hyde Park is a longstanding King William Road favourite with a relaxed neighbourhood character and a menu built for sharing. Although its thin-crust pizzas receive plenty of attention, the tapas selection is an equally important part of the experience. Service runs from midday until late on operating days, making Melt suitable for anything from a leisurely lunch to a full evening meal.
The small plates balance comforting flavours with enough brightness and variety to keep a larger order interesting. Hummus with ground lamb, pan-fried halloumi with pickled onion, green beans with chilli and anchovies, vegetable fritters, tortilla and baked gnocchi illustrate the kitchen’s broad Mediterranean approach. Vegetarian diners are well served, while anchovies, lamb and chicken add depth for groups seeking a wider spread.
A sensible meal begins with several contrasting tapas before moving to one of the house pizzas if the table is still hungry. The dining room is polished without feeling formal, and the wine and cocktail offering suits the menu’s sociable pace. Weekend evenings can be busy, so booking ahead is worthwhile.
Address: 1/160 King William Road, Hyde Park SA 5061
Melt Pizzeria Menu
Share Table
Selection of tapas, pizza, salad & dessert
Dinner only
Selection of tapas, pizza, salad
Lunchtime only
Tapas
Hummus with ground lamb
Pan fried halloumi with pickled onions
Green beans with chilli, garlic & anchovies
Baked gnocchi with peas, cream & pesto
White anchovies with egg gribiche
Pumpkin & zucchini fritters
Hot chilli chicken wings
Potato & caramelised onion tortilla
Pizza
Bianca
mozzarella, parmesan, garlic, rosemary, olive oil, sea salt
Queen Margarita
roasted cherry tomatoes, fior di latte, fresh basil, oregano, ricotta salata
Patatas
crushed potato, truffle, mozzarella, tilsit, walnuts, thyme, parsley
Broccolini
spinach puree, broccoli, caramelised onion, anchovies, asiago, pine nuts & chilli
Funghi
mushrooms, truffle oil, fior di latte, free range egg, watercress, thyme, parmesan
Zucchini
char grilled zucchini, caramelised onion, speck, asiago, mozzarella, lemon, mint
Vegan
artichoke, broccolini, capers, zucchini, caramelised onion, sliced lemon, oregano, tomato
The 160
artichoke, baby spinach, lemon, mozzarella, oregano, anchovy, pancetta
Puancho
roasted pumpkin, onion, mozzarella, anchovies, pine nuts, parsley oil
Prawn
prawns, green harissa, fior di latte, tomato, preserved lemon, parsley
Scallop
scallops, truffle, mozzarella, peas, spring onion
The Jamon
tomato & mozzarella with rocket salad, olive oil, shaved prosciutto, parmesan
Scacce
house specialty calzone of roasted duck, mushroom, cherries, shallots, mozzarella
The Turk
lamb, pine nuts, pomegranate, provolone, yoghurt, mint, sumac
Albondigas
Spanish meatballs, asiago, roasted cherry tomatoes, chilli, oregano, parsley
Pepperoni
tomato, pepperoni, mozzarella, roasted chilli, crisp shallots, fresh basil
El Diablo
tomato, mozzarella, pepperoni, anchovies, olives, capers, fennel, basil, oregano, chilli
Bambino
ham, mozzarella, tomato base
Salads
Rocket, mushroom, parmesan, lemon & olive oil
Baby spinach, mozzarella, tomato, Spanish onion, basil, balsamic dressing
Pear, rocket, walnuts, goats cheese, red onion, parmesan oil & red wine vinegar
Dessert
Chocolate & pistachio pizza with frangelico cream
Glazed citrus & currant pizza with cinnamon sugar

Udaberri Pintxos Y Vino
Udaberri brings a distinctly Basque perspective to Leigh Street. Its name references the pintxos bars of northern Spain, where small, flavour-packed bites are enjoyed alongside wine, vermouth and conversation. Inside, exposed timber, subdued lighting and counter seating create the atmosphere of an intimate European bar, while the laneway garden offers a more open setting.
The food is compact but purposeful. Expect anchovy-led snacks, cured meats, fried bites, vegetable plates and richer dishes designed for passing around the table. Patatas bravas and Basque cheesecake provide familiar reference points, but the kitchen is at its best when diners explore the smaller seasonal dishes and let salty, savoury flavours lead the order.
Udaberri is particularly appealing for a late dinner or an extended evening built around drinks and several rounds of food. The wine list is central to the experience rather than an afterthought, and the close quarters give the venue an animated atmosphere once the after-work crowd arrives. It is an excellent choice for diners seeking tapas with a recognisably Spanish identity.
Address: 11–13 Leigh Street, Adelaide SA 5000
Udaberri Menu
Small Plates
little things
banderilla - pickled garlic, guindilla, anchovy & olive {gf}
verdale estate mixed olives {v} {gf}
our rye sourdough bread with house-churned butter {v}
croquetas - corn & manchego {v}
Cured Meats
cured meats served w/ sourdough
fuet anis - pork and fennel salami {30 grams}
jamón iberico reserva aged 15 months {50 grams}
Preserved Seafood
preserved seafood served with sourdough
cuca sardinas - sardines in olive oil
cuca chipirones - stuffed baby squid in ink sauce
Shared Dishes
plates to share
patatas bravas {v} {gf}
marinated white anchovies & rye sourdough
blistered padrón peppers, parsley aioli {v} {gf}
porcini paté, assorted pickles & rye sourdough {v}
sautéed portobello mushrooms, espelette & egg yolk {v} {gf}
zucchini & fennel salad with pepita cream & paper shell almonds {v} {gf}
semi-cured chorizo with chickpea puree & pickled tomato {gf}
stracciatella, grilled peach, roasted pistachio & pickled shallots {v} {gf}
smoked hiramasa kingfish, cucumber salsa with rye sourdough
grilled pork chop, roasted cherry tomatoes & migas
grilled moreton bay bug & green mojo {gf}
Steak
ribeye on the bone served to share
la txuleta
Desserts & Cheese
dessert & cheese
tarta de queso - traditional basque baked cheesecake {gf}
hazelnut praline ice cream with sourdough crumble {v}
manchego aged 6 months, papershell almonds, pink lady apple & rye sourdough
bethmale chèvre, papershell almonds, muscatels & rye sourdough
Cheese
50gms per serve. accompanied by french baguette.
tomme brebis espelette
langres
gabietou
section 28
queso manchego
fourme d'ambert
Gin & Tonic
new world / london dry / aromatic / lightly sweetened
aviation
served with fresh apple, japanese cherry tea & schweppes tonic
martin millers
served with dehydrated apple, cucumber and fever tree tonic
cadenhead old raj
served with dehydrated apple, fresh grapefruit and fever tree tonic
botanist
served with marmalade, dehydrated apple and fever tree tonic
west winds cutlass
served with capsicum, rosemary and east imperial tonic
ounce
served with pineapple, mint & fever tree tonic
78°
served with fresh pear, fennel & fever tree tonic
gin mare
served with basil, an olive and fever tree tonic
monkey 47 *
served with fig, candied orange & east imperial tonic
west winds broadside
served with fresh orange, rosemary & fever tree tonic
tanqueray
served with fresh grapefruit, fresh lime and schweppes tonic
sipsmith *
served with dehydrated orange, lemon myrtle & east imperial tonic
50 pounds
served with dehydrated strawberry, hibiscus, pomegranate molasses and east imperial tonic
tanqueray 10
served with dried grapefruit, chamomile and fever tree tonic
dodds *
served with red grapes, lemongrass and fever tree tonic
hendricks
served with cucumber, coriander and fever tree tonic
whitley neil
served with coriander, dried lemon and fever tree tonic
haymans old tom
served with dehydrated orange & lime and east imperial tonic
hammer & sons old english
served with dried lemon, cassia bark, and east imperial tonic
ransom old tom *
served with grapes, earl grey tea & east imperial tonic
west winds sabre
served with fresh lemon, rosemary and schweppes tonic
Beers
coopers sparkling ale 5.8%
rogers amber ale 3.8%
james boags premium lager 5%
4 pines kolsch 4.7%
hawkers saison 5.6%
mountain goat hightail ale 4.5%
stone & wood pacific ale 4.4%
clare valley brewing 'king kong' stout 6%
alhambra reserva 6.4%
brewboys 'schweinhund' hefeweizen
brooklyn lager cans 5.2%
feral hop hog 5.8%
sierra nevada 'river ryed' rye ipa 6%
sierra nevada pale ale 5.6%
feral 'boris' Russian imperial stout 9.1%
yeastie boys 'pot kettle black' porter 6%
Large Beers
pirate life imperial ipa cans 8.8%
coopers sparkling ale (750ml) 5.8%
coopers extra stout (750ml) 6.3%
prancing pony india red ale (500ml) 7.9%
rogue mocha porter (650ml) 5.1%
mountain goat 'seedy goat' coffee porter (500ml)
moor 'hoppiness' (660ml) 6.7%
kaiju 'aftermath' double ipa (500ml) 9.1%
rogue 'beard beer' belgian ale (650ml) 5.6%
rogue farms 7 hop ipa (650ml) 8.0%
mikkeller 'show me cuvee' sour ale (750ml) 8.5%
Ciders
lobo apple cider 5.2%
napoleone pear 4.9%
White
alandra white
alentejo, portugal
yangarra roussanne 2015
gumeracha, sa
marc bredif vouvray 2014
loire valley, france
mengoba brezo godello dona blanca 2014 *
bierzo, spain
gestalt gewürztraminer 2015 *
lenswood, sa
txomin etxaniz txakoli 2014 *
getaria, spain
Red
alandra red
alentejo, portugal
lavau grenache syrah 2012
côtes du rhône, france
moorilla 'praxis' pinot noir 2014 *
marlborough, nz
brash higgins cabernet franc 2015
barossa valley, sa
massey huey's patch shiraz 2015 *
mclaren vale, sa
pago de los capellanes tempranillo 2013
ribera del duero, spain
Sparkling
mas pere método tradicional cava
sant sadurni d'anoja, spain
louis roederer nv
champagne, france
Rosé
muga 2014
garnacha, viura, tempranillo; haro, spain
Sparkling by the Bottle
valformosa mvsa rosé
vilobi del penedès, spain
juvé y camps reserva de la familia cava 2008
sant sadurni d'anoia, spain
perrier jouet nv
champagne, france
billecart salmon brut rosé
champagne, france
ruinart blanc de blancs
champagne, france
pol roger winston churchill 2000 & 2002
champagne, france
louis roederer cristal 2006
champagne, france
Sherry
ithink manzanilla (500ml)
sanlúcar de barrameda
romate amontillado npu
jerez, spain
romate oloroso
jerez, spain
el maestro pedro ximinez
jerez, spain
Port & Dessert Wine
magalhães late bottle vintage port 375ml
portugal
telmo rodriguez mr moscatel 2009 (500ml)
malaga, spain
White by the Bottle
pizzini arneis 2013
king valley, vic
marques de irun verdejo 2010
rueda, spain
atlas riesling 2014
clare valley, sa
abellio albariño 2013
rias baixas, spain
landaire vermentino 2014
padthaway, sa
guthrie single vineyard chardonnay 2014
cudlee creek, sa
battle of bosworth chardonnay 2014
mclaren vale, sa
swinney 'tirra lirra' ries/gewürtz/pinot gris 2014
franklin river, wa
dog point sauvignon blanc 2013
marlborough, nz
louis jadot macon chardonnay 2012
burgundy, france
fattori 'danieli' soave 2013
verona, italy
luis patos viñas velhas 2012
beiras, Portugal
mac forbes rs10 riesling 2013
yarra valley, victoria
muros antigos vinho verde 2013
Portugal
vanguardist HVB semillon 2014
cessnock, nsw
ladies who shoot their lunch wild ferment chardonnay 2012
strathbogie ranges, victoria
txomin etxaniz txakoli 2013
getaria, basque country
bernabeleva navaherreros albillo macabeo 2013
madrid
ochota barrels 'weird berries in the woods gewürztraminer '15
basket range, sa
Red by the Bottle
some young punks 'double love trouble' nebbiolo cab 2013
barossa, sa
pizzini pietri rossa sangiovese 2013
king valley, vic
fairbank syrah 2010
sutton grange, victoria
coates 'the iberian' touriga nacional, temp, monastrell, syrah, malbec,cinsault, garnacha 2012
langhorne creek, sa
kooyong massale pinot noir 2014
mornington peninsula, vic
tommy ruff syrah mourvedre 2014
barossa valley, sa
yangarra old vine grenache 2012
mclaren vale, sa
landaire shiraz 2012
padthaway, sa
dalwhinnie shiraz 2012
sutton grange, Victoria
bendbrook 'pound road' cabernet sauvignon 2013
adelaide hills, sa
head 'the contrarian' shiraz 2014
barossa valley, sa
massey huey's patch shiraz 2010
stonyfell, sa
mayer cabernet 2014 *
yarra valley, victoria
shobbrook merlot 2014
seppeltsfield, sa
ochota barrels 'the green room' 2015
basket range, sa
fraser gallop 'parterre' cabernet sauvignon 2012 *
margaret river, wa
giant steps sexton vineyard pinot noir 2013
healesville, vic
mac forbes yarra junction pinot noir 2014
yarra valley, victoria
ochota barrels 'basket range botanicals 2015
basket range, sa
Cocktails
vermut negre spritz
agrodolce
trinidad sour
'ben' by pear *
mr pando *
espresso martini
bramble
le renard basque

Melt CBD
Melt CBD translates the easygoing pizza-and-tapas formula of its Hyde Park sibling to a central Waymouth Street location. Its position near Adelaide Town Hall and several entertainment venues makes it especially convenient for a pre-concert dinner, work lunch or relaxed gathering in the city.
The regularly changing tapas menu favours bold, accessible flavours. Recent selections have moved comfortably between hummus with spiced lamb, halloumi, creamy gnocchi and slow-cooked meat dishes, allowing a table to combine lighter bites with more substantial plates. The kitchen’s willingness to look beyond strictly Spanish flavours gives the selection variety without losing its share-friendly focus.
The best approach is to order in stages. Begin with several tapas, assess the table’s appetite and add a pizza only if needed. Staff are accustomed to group dining and dietary requests, while the atmospheric upstairs area can accommodate larger occasions. The result is an adaptable restaurant that works equally well for a quick meal or an unhurried evening.
Address: 38 Waymouth Street, Adelaide SA 5000
Melt Adelaide CBD Menu
Share Table
Share Table Menu
Parties of 8 guests or more are required to partake in our Share Table Menu at $55 per person. This includes a chef’s selection of tapas, pizza, salad and dessert. The Share Table Luncheon Menu at $45 per person is offered only at lunch time and includes tapas, pizza and salad.
Pizzas
Gluten free bases available $5 surcharge
Albondigas
Spanish meatballs, asiago, roasted cherry tomatoes, chilli, oregano, parsley
Pepperoni
tomato, pepperoni, mozzarella, roasted chilli, crisp shallots, fresh basil
El Diablo
tomato, mozzarella, pepperoni, anchovies, olives, capers, fennel, basil, oregano, chilli
Bambino
ham, mozzarella, tomato
Bianca
mozzarella, parmesan, garlic, rosemary, olive oil, sea salt
Queen Margarita
roasted cherry tomatoes, fior di latte, fresh basil, oregano, ricotta salata
Patatas
crushed potato, truffle, mozzarella, tilsit, walnuts, thyme, parsley
Broccolini
spinach puree, broccoli, caramelised onion, anchovies, asiago, pine nuts & chilli
Funghi
mushrooms, truffle oil, fior di latte, free range egg, watercress, thyme, parmesan
The 160
artichoke, baby spinach, lemon, mozzarella, oregano, pancetta, anchovy
The 38
char grilled zucchini, caramelised onion, speck, asiago, mozzarella, lemon, mint
Puancho
roasted pumpkin, onion, mozzarella, anchovies, pine nuts, parsley oil
Vegan
potato, roasted pumpkin, broccoli, caramelised onion, parsley oil
Prawn
prawns, green harissa, fior di latte, tomato, preserved lemon, parsley
Scallop
scallops, truffle, mozzarella, peas, spring onion
The Jamon
tomato & mozzarella with rocket salad, olive oil, shaved prosciutto, parmesan
Scacce
house specialty calzone of roasted duck, mushroom, cherries, shallots, mozzarella
The Turk
lamb, pine nuts, pomegranate, provolone, yoghurt, mint, sumac
Salads
Pear, Rocket, Walnut and Goats Cheese Salad
Rocket, Mushroom, Parmesan, Lemon & Olive Oil
Baby Spinach, Mozzarella, Tomato, Spanish Onion, Basil, Balsamic Dressing
Desserts
Chocolate & Pistachio Pizza with Frangelico Cream
Glazed Citrus & Currant Pizza with Cinnamon Sugar

Casablabla
Casablabla is as much a multicultural lounge and entertainment venue as it is a tapas restaurant. Moroccan-inspired décor, global music and an energetic late-night program give it a personality quite different from a restrained Spanish wine bar. It is a natural choice for groups that want dinner to develop into a longer night out.
The kitchen treats tapas as an international sharing format. Mediterranean, North African, Asian and Latin influences appear across a changing collection of plates and handheld dishes. That broad outlook might include spiced meats, prawns, halloumi, tacos, sliders or vegetable bites rather than a narrowly traditional Spanish menu.
Casablabla is most enjoyable when the table embraces that variety. Choose plates with different textures and spice levels, then allow extra time for cocktails, music or one of the venue’s regular themed evenings. Earlier sessions suit diners who want to concentrate on the food, while later bookings deliver a louder and more animated experience.
Address: 12 Leigh Street, Adelaide SA 5000
Casablabla Menu
Starters
Marinated olives
Chicken taco
with chili, sugo, salad and onions 1p/s
Ciabatta with local olive oil and dukkah
Bruschetta
Tomatos on ciabatta with garlic and olive oil
Trio of dips
served with flat bread
Swordfish carpaccio
with fruit, herbs, pepper and olive oil
Mezze Plate
Selection of cured meats, pickled vegetables and cheese
Need more ciabatta, flat bread or any other condiments
Sharing Plates
Ragu arancini
3p/s
Herb spiced beef sliders
rocket and gremoaioli 3p/s
Pulled bbq pork sliders
lime, aioli and slaw 3p/s
Cuban mojo prawn skewers
with gremolata 4 skewers
Meat lasagne
Chicken tagine
braised with spices, garlic served with rice
Glazed pork ribs
with pickled chili
Sesame salmon
served with zuchinni and carrot
Mixed seafood skewer
served with salad 2 skewers
More Sharing Plates
Chickpea bao bun
tomato salsa and tamarind chutney 2p/s
Asparagus arancini
3p/s
Patatas bravas
with bravas sauce and aioli
Vegetarian canneloni
Char-grilled corn ribs
with miso butter and lime aioli
Seasonal salad
with pine nuts and feta
Carrot salad
with chickpea cucumber and honey dressing
Dessert
Churros
with chocolate sauce
Vegan sorbet
with freeze dried fruit
Pannacotta
with strawberry coulis and passionfruit
Mango and passionfruit tart
1 p/s
Chef's Selection
Chef's Selection
Let us feed you without the worry of selecting from our delicious tapas menu. Please advise our staff of dining numbers and dietary requirements and we will do the rest. Chef’s Selection $80 per person with dessert $90 Groups of 8 and above are required to use the chef’s selection Our menu is subject to seasonal availability and is designed for sharing. Dishes are brought to your table continuously throughout your meal. We thank you for your patience especially during peak operating times and hope that you enjoy your dining experience. We look foward to host you and your friends today or on your next visit.
Carafés
SANGRIA
House-made with a variety of spirits, grapefruit juice, orange, apple, wine and spices. Just like they do in Barcelona.
PIMMS
A British favourite with seasonal fresh fruit, lemonade and ginger ale.
ALCOHOLIC ICED TEA
Available in peach, lychee, strawberry and passion fruit .
CASABLABLA PUNCH
Peach, lychee, mint and vodka served long with soda , orange juice and citrus.
Mocktails
PINA COLADA MOCKTAIL
Coconut cream, pineapple juice, simple syrup.
VERY PEAR BERRY MOCKTAIL
Strawberries, simple syrup, cranberry, cranberry juice and citrus.
WATERMELON BLISS MOCKTAIL
Watermelon, Apple juice and citrus.
WHISKEY SOUR MOCKTAIL
Black tea, simple syrup and citrus
Sparkling
NV JANSZ PREMIUM CUVEE
SPARKLING PINOT NOIR/CHARDONNAY Tasmania. Jansz have produced iconic sparkling wines for decades. This sparkling has citrus notes from the Chardonnay scents and a hint of strawberry from the Pinot Noir. Delicate fruits and creaminess wash through the mouth leaving a lingering finish of citrus and nougat. Always a class act.
23’ BIRD IN HAND SPARKLING PINOT NOIR
Adelaide Hills, SA. This wine is slightly sweet but due to its pretty acidity, it tastes like a spring afternoon. Notes of rose hip, lime and honey suckle.
NV’ DE BORTOLI PROSECCO
King Valley, VIC. Gently savoury with fine bubbles, this delightful Prosecco from the King Valley is a great example of why Australians love Prosecco.
NV’ BLEASDALE SPARKLING SHIRAZ
Langhorne Creek. This multi vintage shiraz is richly flavoured with deep colour and displays dark berry fruit aromas, sweet plum and spicy flavours, silky tannins and a rich, velvety smooth palate.
NV’ DUVAL-LEROY BRUT RÉSERVE
France. Hand crafted in classic style of three varieties; Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir it provides a perfect balance drawing flavours of dark chocolate, cinamon and roasted yellow figs.
White Wine
23’ CASABLANC
Adelaide Hills, SA. A blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay the bright clean flavours make this wine a lot of fun and can be slurped with nearly any dish.
19’ MR DEER MOSCATO
Adelaide Hills, SA. It is a sweet wine, no doubt about it. Works better than an energy drink if you’re feeling flat and is also low in alcohol so don’t feel shy.
24’ KANGARILLA ROAD FIANO
Clare Valley, SA. Displaying delicious tropical fruit aromas and a beautiful textural mouthfeel with a lovely long finish. The palate has wonderful weight and a creamy texture, providing structural complex characters and a zingy acidity that lifts these exotic vibrant fresh tropical flavours.
23’ RIESLINGFREAK NO.3 – RIESLING
Clare Valley, SA. No.4 is John’s Clare Valley Riesling. It is the quintessential Clare Riesling. Zippy acid, clean mouth feel and can be drunk on its own or with seafood or salad. Yum!
23’ PARACOMBE SAUVIGNON BLANC
Adelaide Hills, SA. Be enticed by this wine’s lifted passionfruit and tropical aromas and fresh pure flavour. Zesty gooseberry combines with citrus and mineral notes for a clean, lingering finish
15’ MOSAIC SAUVIGNON BLANC
Adelaide Hills, SA. Mosaic is statement of partnership about the passionate pursuit of quality. It is a light fresh wine with ripe floral aromas balanced with lychees, guava and gooseberry flavours.
22’ MORDRELLE GRUNER VELTLINER
Adelaide Hills, SA. Flavours of citrus grapefruit, this wine is well balanced with crisp acid in harmony. The mouthfeel is rich finishing dry with a savoury aftertaste.
24’ TIM ADAMS PINOT GRIS
Clare Valley, SA. A great food wine, opulent lychee and peach flavours and a touch of citrus zest. Full flavoured with fruit sweetness and refreshing acidity. Pair with seafood and salads.
Rosé
24’ BIRD IN HAND PINOT ROSÉ
Adelaide Hills, SA. Bird in Hand are synonymous with Pinot Noir and have recently mastered the Adelaide Hills native varietal. Enjoy this wine with anything!
23’ PARACOMBE RED RUBY ROSÉ
Adelaide Hills, SA. The Drogemuller family are one of the most loved people in the Australian wine industry and this wine is a fine example of why. Generous in mouth feel, Turkish delight and bright citrus notes perfectly dance together. An exceptional wine to drink.
Red Wine
23’ CASAROUGE
Multi-regional, SA. This Grenache Shiraz will satisfy every palate. Grenache is such a great varietal and gives this wine some spice and red fruit flavours. The Shiraz gives the wine a back bone. Enjoy this wine on its own or matched with cheese, meats or simply air!
19’ MORDRELLE PINOT NOIR
Adelaide Hills, SA. With aromas and flavours of dark cherries and truffles, subtle hints of dark chocolate, spices and ceder. This wine is well balanced finishing fresh with abudant dark fruit aftertaste.
22’ MR MICKS GRENACHE
Clare Valley, SA. Full of juicy plum and red berry fruit aromas, hints of spice, soft natural tannins makes this wine suitable for many cuisines.
19’ PARACOMBE TEMPRANILLO
Adelaide Hills, SA. With lifted aromas of cherry, blueberry, licorice and sweet spice, leading to generous fruit flavours and a deep silky palate. Ideal with cured meats and antipasto platters.
22’ RADIO BOKA TEMPRANILLO
Valencia, Spain. A rich, fiery red built on a foundation of deep, plum fruits. The taste of Spain in a bottle, this wine wants fire! Grilled meats love this wine. Basically anything with toasted flavours.
22’ BIRD IN HAND BUSH SHIRAZ
Adelaide Hills, SA. Exhibiting lifted and intense aromatics, ripe and spicy dark fruit characters, balanced acidity and silky tannins, long finish on the palate with balance and structure.
22’ PAXTON ‘QUANDONG’ SHIRAZ
McLaren Vale, SA. Using fruit grown using Biodynamic techniques. This wine has intense character, provides concentration of flavour and a certain delicacy. Perfect for all occasions.
21’ MOUNTADAM FIVE-FIFTY CAB SAV
Barossa Valley, SA. This wine is like a sweetly timed golf swing, it is generous with rich red fruit on the entry and then the follow through just keeps going. A wine that gives your mouth a hug.
18’ HAAN MERLOT CABERNET FRANC
Barossa Valley, SA. A classic blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc matured in French oak, gives this wine a rich velvety softness and generous plum and raspberry tones. A rewarding wine in both style and character.
15’ NOBILITAS SHIRAZ
Adelaide Hills, SA. Nobilitas shiraz is a perfect blend of sophisticated and approachable wine with a complex palate and a smooth moreish finish. It displays deep red colour, sweet dark berry aromas bringing an extra richness and persistence of flavours.
Beer and Cider
MATSOS GINGER BEER
3.5% 330ml
BAROSSA SQUASHED APPLE OR PEAR CIDER
5.0% 330ml
SUBURBAN SUNDAY SESSION ALE
3.5% 375ml
GOAT VERY ENJOYABLE BEER
4.2% 375ml
SUBURBAN GATEWAY LAGER
4.0% 375ml
PERONI ROSSA
5.0% 330ml
ASAHI SUPER DRY
5% 500ml
FURPHY REFRESHING ALE
4.4% 375ml
VALE TROPIC ALE
4.2% 375ml
COOPERS PALE ALE
4.5% 375ml
COOPERS SPARKLING ALE
5.8% 375ml
GUINNESS DRAUGHT
4.2% 440ml
Tap Beer
COOPERS PALE ALE
4.5% 425ml
SAPPORO PREMIUM BEER
5% 380ml
Non-Alcoholic Beer
HEAPS NORMAL HALF DAY HAZY
0.5% 375ml
HEAPS NORMAL XPA
0.5% 375ml
Non-Alcoholic
CAPI STILL WATER/ CAPI SPARKLING WATER
750ml
CAPI BLOOD ORANGE SODA
250ml
FANTA ORANGE
375ml
BICKFORDS TONIC WATER
250ml
FIJI SPRING WATER
500ml
BICKFORDS GINGER BEER
275ml
JUICES
(Cloudy Apple, Cranberry, Orange, Pineapple, or Tomato)
RED BULL
RED BULL SUGAR FREE
RED BULL TROPICAL
RED BULL WATERMELON
MOCKTAIL
(Variety Available)
Signature Cocktails
MELON SOUR
A long-time Casablabla favourite. This one is fruity, zesty, fluffy and fresh. Midori, Nokota vodka and lemon.
VERY PEAR BERRY
This balance of berries, gin and vodka will be shaken to perfection. Nokota vodka and gin, Strawberry liqueur, lime, cranberry and fresh strawberries.
SUGAR AND SPICE SOUR SELTZ
Sugar and spice make everything nice. With this perfect blend of Sailor Jerry spiced apple rum, butterscotch, lychee’s and mineral water, you cant go wrong with a delight this good. So why not treat yourself!
BANANA RUM AHH
This cocktail will have you lining up at the bar again in no time. Who would have thought that 2 types of rum, banana, coconut, pineapples and nutmeg would make you go nutts .
CHOCO COCO
This concoction will make you sing. Compsed with Mozart dark chocolate and notes of Cherry and Coconut, this is a liquid dessert prodigy that undoubtedly satisfies chocolate cravings.
SLEEP WHEN YOU’RE DEAD
Life is too short to miss out on this gem. Explore the refreshing qualities of strawberries and cucumber expertly balanced with the tart addition of 23rd St gin, raspberry liqueur topped with soda.
Classics
BLOODY MARY
(Nvg)
CAIPIRINHA
CAPRIOSKA
COSMOPOLITAN
DAIQUIRI
(Strawberry available)
ESPRESSO MARTINI
LONG ISLAND ICED TEA
MARGARITA
(Spicy available)
MARTINI
MOJITO
(Passionfruit and Strawberry available)
MOSCOW MULE
NEGRONI
PIÑA COLADA
SOURS
(Amaretto, Pisco, Sloe Gin, Whisky)
SPICESPRESSO MARTINI
SPRITZ
(Aperol & Limoncello Available)
RED BULL VODKA
Absinthe
Green Fairy
Pernod Absinthe
Bourbon / Rye
Buffalo Trace
Gentleman Jacks
Jack Daniels
Jack Daniels Fire
Makers Mark
Old No. 15
Rittenhouse Rye
Wild Turkey
Woodford Reserve
Digestifs
Amaro Averna
Amaro Montenegro
Chartreuse (Green)
Chartreuse (Yellow)
Fernet Branca
Limoncello
Cognac
Hennessy VS
Hennessy VSOP
Aperitifs / Vermouth
Aperol
Martini Bitters / Rosso
Noilly Pratt
Rosso Antico
Rum / Cachaça
Bacardi 8
Bacardi Rum
Bacardi Coconut
Bacardi Spiced
Blackwell Jamaican Rum
Captain Morgan Spiced
Kraken Spiced Rum
Ron Zacapa 23yr
Sagatiba Cachaça
Sailor Jerry (Spiced)
Sailor Jerry Apple (Spiced)
Gin
23rd Street Gin
Ambra Blood Orange Gin
Bombay Bramble
Bombay Citron Presse
Hendricks Gin
Hendricks Seasonal Gin
Nokota Ranch Gin
Tanqueray Sevilla
Scotch / Whisky / Whiskey Blends
Chivas Regal
Dewars
Jameson
Johnny Walker Black
Monkey Shoulder
Vodkas
Absolut Vanilla Vodka
Elit Luxury Vodka
Grey Goose Vodka
Grey Goose strawberry
Grey Goose watermelon
Nokota Ranch Vodka
Brandy
23rd Street Brandy
Santiago Queirolo
St Agnes Brandy
Single Malt Scotch
Benriach 10yr
Glendronach12yr
Glenfiddich 12yr
Glenfiddich 18yr
Jura 10yr
Lagavulin 16yr
Laphroaig 10yr
Laphroaig Quarter Cask
Laphroaig Lore
The Dalmore 12yr
Tequilas / Mezcal
1800 Anjeo
1800 Coconut
Cazadores Blanco
El Toro Grand de Cafe
Herradura Plata
Patron Anejo
Patron Reposado
Patron Silver
R Rojo Smoked Pineapple

Drunken Monkey Indian Tapas Bar & Restaurant
Drunken Monkey offers Adelaide’s most unconventional interpretation of tapas, applying the shared-plate format to contemporary Indian cooking. The family-owned North Adelaide restaurant combines traditional regional flavours with playful presentation and occasional international influences, creating an approachable option for groups that like to sample widely.
Indian street food and tandoori dishes are particularly well suited to this style of dining. Samosa chaat, crisp snacks, chicken tikka, Amritsari fish and other small plates can be passed around before moving into curries, biryani or breads. The menu contains plenty of vegetarian choices, making it relatively easy to assemble a varied spread for diners with different preferences.
This is the place to choose when the social rhythm of tapas appeals more than a strictly Spanish flavour profile. Start with several street-food dishes and grilled plates, order conservatively at first and add richer mains only if needed. The informal atmosphere, broad menu and O’Connell Street location make it a practical choice for family meals and casual group dinners.
Address: 41A O’Connell Street, North Adelaide SA 5006
Drunkn Monkey Indian Tapas Bar & Restaurant Menu
Mocktails
VIRGIN MOJITO
SUGAR SYRUP, MINT STALK, LIME JUICE AND SODA WATER.
MONKEY MASH
MANGO, APPLE JUICE, GINGER BEER WITH DASH OF MINT.
PINK PANTHER
LITCHI SYRUP, POMEGRANATE, PINEAPPLE JUICE WITH SODA.
Cellar Wines
2020 JIM BARRY FLORITA RIESLING
CLARE VALLEY
2022 TAYLORS JARAMAN CHARDONNAY
(TROPHY WINNER) CLARE VALLEY
2019 MR RIGGS JFR SHIRAZ
MCLAREN VALE
2019 YALUMBA THE SIGNATURE CAB SHIRAZ
BAROSSA VALLEY SA
Sparkling
PAULETTS TRILLIANS SPARKLING RED
(200ML PICCOLO) CLARE VALLEY SA
PAULETTS TRILLIANS SPARKLING WHITE
(200ML PICCOLO) CLARE VALLEY SA
DUNES & GREENE MOSCATO
(200ML PICCOLO) SOUTH EASTERN AUSTRALIA
JANSZ TASMANIA PREMIUM CUVEE
TASMANIA
D’ARENBERG POLLYANNA POLLY NV
ADELAIDE HILLS
Whites
HOUSE WHITE
2020 ONE LONELY BARREL SAUVIGNON BLANC
(GOLD MEDAL WINNER) ADELAIDE HILLS
2022 PEWSEY VALE VINEYARD RIESLING
EDEN VALLEY
2022 VICKERY WATERVALE RIESLING
CLARE VALLEY
2022 BARRAT SAUVIGNON BLANC
ADELAIDE HILLS SA
2022 TWIN ISLANDS SAUVIGNON BLANC
MARLBOROUGH NZ
2021 LA MASCHERA PINOT GRIGIO
LIMESTONE COAST
2022 BLEASDALE ADELAIDE HILLS PINOT GRIS
ADELAIDE HILLS
2022 ARTWINE WICKED STEPMOTHER FIANO
CLARE VALLEY
2022 D’ARENBERG OLIVE GROVE CHARDONNAY
MCLAREN VALE SA
Rose & Moscato
2022 WIRRA WIRRA MRS WIGLEY GRENACHE ROSE
MCLAREN VALE
2022 MR RIGGS BRIGHTSIDE ROSE
CLARE VALLEY SA
2022 PAULETTS SANGIOVESE ROSE
(TRIPPLE TROPHY WINNER) CLARE VALLEY
Red Wines
HOUSE RED
2020 ONE LONELY BARREL BASKET PRESSED SHIRAZ
BAROSSA VALLEY
2021 D’ARENBERG FOOTBOLT BASKET PRESS SHIRAZ
MCLAREN VALE SA
2021 ZONTE'S FOOTSTEP LOVE SYMBOL GRENACHE
MCLAREN VALE
2021 RUNNING WITH BULLS TEMPRANILLO
BAROSSA VALLEY
2020 CHAFFEY BROS BATTLE FOR BAROSSA LA RESISTANCE (GSM)
BAROSSA VALLEY
2020 DOWIE DOOLE G & T GRENACHE/TEMPRANILLO
MCLAREN VALE SA
2021 PINDARIE SMALL BLOCK MONTE (MONTEPULCIANO)
BAROSSA VALLEY
2021 WIRRA WIRRA CHURCH BLOCK SHIRAZ CAB MERLOT
MCLAREN VALE
Spirits
JOHNNIE WALKER BLACK & RED LABEL
JOHNNIE WALKER DOUBLE BLACK LABEL
JOHNNIE WALKER GREEN LABEL
JOHNNIE WALKER GOLD LABEL
JOHNNIE WALKER BLUE LABEL
JAMESON IRISH WHISKEY
JACK DANIEL
JIM BEAM
GLENFIDDICH
THE GLENLEIVT
CAPTAIN MORGAN
BOMBAY GIN
HENNESSEY
COINTREAU
SMIRNOFF VODKA
CHIVAS REGAL
BACARDI WHITE RUM
BACARDI GOLD RUM
BELVEDERE VODKA
MONKEY SHOULDER WHISKEY
DRAMBUIE
Indian Spirits
JAISALMER GIN
LOVE DELHI GIN
RAMPUR WHISKEY
100 PIPPERS (12 YEARS OLD)
100 PIPERS
BLACK DOG (TRIPLE GOLD)
AMRUT (SINGLE MALT)
OLD MONK RUM (XXX OLD VATED)
OLD MONK RUM (THE LEGEND)
OLD MONK RUM (12 YEARS OLD)
Juices
APPLE , TROPICAL JUICE, ORANGE JUICE, PINEAPPLE JUICE, CRANBERRY JUICE
D.M Specials (Lunch & Takeaway)
AMRITSARI KULCHE CHOLE (v)
Amritsari style special Aloo kulcha with chickpeas curry with Lachha onion & Mango pickle.
SAMOSA
Triangular shaped pastry based popular deep fried Indian street food made with potato filling.
Samosa Chaat (V)
Crushed Samosa topped with chickpeas curry, onions topped with sweet yoghurt and various chutneys.
Pav-Bhaji (v)
A popular indian street food where buttery buns are served with spicy mashed veggies topped with dollop of butter.
Bhalla papdi Chaat (v)
A tea- time favourite. Deep fried crackers, crushed bhalla, onion, house special sauce with sweet yoghurt, sev & chaat masala.
Spring rolls (v)
Homemade vegetable noodles wrapped in spring roll pastry served with tamarind sauce and chilli tomato sauce.
Veg Chowmein (v) (df)
Delectable dish wok stir fried noodles with garden fresh vegetables, soy sauce, chillli sauce, and spices.
Paneer 65
Delectable dish wok stir fried noodles with garden fresh vegetables, soy sauce, chilli sauce, and spices.
CHICKEN TIKKA (GF)
SA free range chicken marinated in ginger, garlic, garam masala, yoghurt and mustard oil served with green chutney.
Chicken Lollipop (gf)
Deep fried 4 chicken nibbles shaped into lollipop and coated with sundried southern spices. Served with mayo sauce.
AMRITSARI FISH (DF)
Deep fried fish marinated with Amritsari special masala, garlic and chilli with side salad & chutney.
Meal Deals (Takeaway)
MEAL DEAL FOR ONE
One Regular Curry, One steamed Rice, Butter Naan and One Drink
MEAL DEAL FOR TWO
Two Regular Curry, One large steamed Rice, 2 Butter Naan or 2 roti and One Raita
FAMILY MEAL DEAL FOR FOUR
MIXED ENTREE OF TWO CHOICE, Two Regular Curry, One large, steamed Rice, 2 Butter Naan, 2 Garlic Naan or 2 roti and One Raita
Veg Curries (Lunch & Takeaway)
PANEER METHI MALAI (V) (GF)
Homemade cottage cheese cubes, served in a rich gravy of onion and tomatoes with hint of masala tadka cream sauce.
PANEER BUTTER MASALA (GF)
Homemade cottage cheese cubes, served in a rich gravy of onion and tomatoes with hint of masala tadka cream sauce
PANEER TIKKA MASALA (gf)
Cottage cheese cubes, capsicums, onion petals served in a rich gravy of onion tomatoes with a hint of tadka.
TRIO DAAL TADKA (GF) (vg)
Slow cooked 3 lentils cooked with ginger, garlic and tomatoes with homemade masalas and finished with tadka.
DAAL MAKHANI (GF)
Slow cooked lentils with ginger, garlic, onions, tomatoes and blend of spices.
MALAI KOFTA
Homemade cottage cheese and potato dumplings deep-fried to perfection and served in a velvety white gravy featuring almonds, ginger, onions and cashews
N-Veg Curries (Lunch & Takeaway)
BUTTER CHICKEN (GF)
Chicken cubes, homemade pureed spiced tomatoes, ginger, rubbed fenugreek leaves finished with fresh cream.
DESI MOTOR CHICKEN (DF)
Chicken cooked with drunken special blend of spices, onions, tomatoes, green chili gravy.
CHICKEN KORMA (GF)
A chicken morsels cooked with rich gravy of onions, tadka & cashews finished with cream.
CHICKEN VINDALOO (GF)
A chicken morsels cooked with rich gravy of onions, tadka & chilli with vindaloo sauce.
CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA (GF)
A tandoori oven cooked chicken morsels with chef’s unique blend of spices, onions, tomato, and capsicum masala.
LAMB KORMA (GF)
Braised lamb cooked in a onions cashews tomatoes gravy finished with cream.
LAMB ROGAN JOSH(GF)(DF)
Braised lamb cubes cooked in a flavour of masala onions, tomatoes, kashmiri chili, spices .
DESI BAKRA (GOAT CURRY) (df)(GF)
SA produce slow cooked boned goat pieces cooked with onions, garlic, and tomatoes masala gravy.
BEEF KORMA (GF)
SA produce slow cooked beef pieces cooked with onions, garlic, and tomatoes masala korma gravy.
BEEF VINDALOO (DF)
SA produce slow cooked beef pieces cooked with onions, garlic, and chilli with vindaloo sauce .
Dosa Bar
Plain Dosa 15'' inch (V) (VG)
A traditional south Indian delicacy featuring a crispy rice crepe prepared with rice flour and lentils.
Masala Dosa (V)(VG)
Thin rice crepe with a savory filling of potatoes, onions and spices.
Paneer Dosa
Delicate rice crepe wrapped around a coat of traditional spiced cottage cheese filling.
Dum Biryani
VEGETABLE DUM BIRYANI (v) (gf)
Basmati rice and assorted vegetables slow cooked in its distinct flavors with robust spices served with raita.
CHICKEN DUM BIRYANI (gf)
Chicken marinated in a blend of spices and herbs, paired with aromatic basmati rice dum and southern spices, cooked to perfection in a sealed pot and accompanied by raita.
GOAT DUM BIRYANI (gf)
Marinated goat and flavored basmati rice dum cooked with southern spices in a sealed pot accompanied by raita.
Breads & Rice
Plain Saffron Rice (V) (GF)
Jeera Rice
Plain basmati rice with cumin
Butter Naan (V)
Garlic Naan (V)
Tandoori Roti (V)
Plain Cheese Naan (V)
Garlic & Cheese Naan
Extras
SALAD OPTIONS
Indian style sliced Onion, cucumbers, tomatoes finished with chaat masala
RAITA
Papadams
Green Chutney
Mango Pickle
Mango chutney
Kids Menu
KIDS BUTTER CHICKEN WITH RICE (gf)
KIDS PANEER BUTTER MASALA WITH RICE (gf)
CHICKEN LOLLIPOP (4 Pcs ) WITH MANGO MAYO
CHICKEN NUGGETS (8 Pcs ) WITH TOMATO SAUCE
CHIPS BOWL WITH TOMATO SAUCE
Vanilla ice cream with chocolate topping
Desserts
MONKEY’S CHOCOLATE BROWNIE (gf)
Treat yourself to a homemade chocolate brownie lavished with choco sauce and complemented by a serving of creamy vanilla ice cream.
GULABRI KULFI
Homemade rose and dried fruit flavoured ice cream finished with rose syrup.
LUNCH GULAB JAMUN (2Pcs)
Homemade fried mawa dumplings soaked in sweet syrup and served hot with vanilla ice cream.
Lassi
MANGO LASSI
SWEET / SALT / MASALA LASSI
DRUKN SPECIAL LASSI
Milk Shake
CHOCOLATE MILK SHAKE
OREO MILK SHAKE
VANILLA MILK SHAKE
Soft Drinks & Mexican Jarritos
GUAVA JARRITO
LIME JARRITO
MANDARIN JARRITO
MANGO JARRITO
WATERMELON JARRITO
PINEAPPLE JARRITO
LEMON LIME BITTERS
GINGER BEER
Soft Drinks
Fruit punch Jarrito
Beers & Cider + Ready to Drink
MISMATCH PALE ALE
REHN BAROSSA IPA
HAHN SUPER DRY
CORONA
COOPERS SESSION ALE
COOPERS PALE ALE
TIGER
ASAHI
SOMERSBY APPLE CIDER
HAHN PREMIUM LIGHT
HILLS PEAR CIDER
HILLS APPLE CIDER
MANGO SMASH (8% ALV COL)
VODKA CRUISER (ASSORTED FLAVOURS)
Indian Beers
GODFATHER 330ML CAN
KINGFISHER
HAYWARDS 650ML BOTTLE
BIRA BEER 330ML CAN
Cocktails
MONKEY DUST
CONTREAU, POMEGRANATES SYRUP, LEMON JUICE, MINT STALKS AND LEMONADE.
CAPRIOSKA
VODKA FRESHLY SQUEEZED LIMES MINT AND SWEETENER.
MOJITO
VODKA, MINT STALK, LIME JUICE AND SODA WATER.
GRASSHOPPER
MIDORI, LITCHI, MINT STALK GREEN CARDAMOM, TANGY LEMON JUICE WITH LEMONADE
FLYING MONKEY
TEQUILA, DRAMBUIE, LEMON JUICE, APPLE JUICE, SYRUP, BITTERS WITH CHARRED CINNAMON
ANGRY INDIAN
VODKA, WHITE RUM, GIN, TRIPLE SEC WITH CRANBERRY, ORANGE JUICE AND MINT STALKS
Final Thoughts
Adelaide’s tapas scene is strongest when shared dining is treated as more than a collection of small portions. Melt Hyde Park delivers the most complete all-round experience, Udaberri provides the clearest Basque identity, and Melt CBD offers a polished and convenient city-centre option. Casablabla and Drunken Monkey broaden the field with lively multicultural interpretations.
Whichever venue you choose, build the meal around contrast and order progressively. A few carefully selected plates, a suitable bottle of wine or round of drinks, and enough time to enjoy the conversation capture what makes tapas such an enduring way to dine.