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Swagman Country Dining, Hindmarsh Valley, AU-SA

Swagman Country Dining

4.8 (426)
$40 and under
Australian
594 Sawpit Rd, Hindmarsh Valley, AU-SA 5211

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
*Open for full a la carte lunch service from 11.30am Thursday - Sunday, reservations recommended. Open for Scones, Cake & Coffee Thursday to Sunday from 10am.

Swagman Country Dining brings you a true taste of Australia with sumptuous, meats and vegetables infused with unique and wonderful flavours of Australian bush herbs and spices, the majority are grown on the property. Our concept is proudly brought to you by the vision of Sandy Retallick who was inspired to use native bush plants to create unique flavours. The Retallick family have dedicated the last two decades to rewilding much of their 600 acres of land and preserving native species of both fauna and flora. Our Chef works passionately in collaboration with Sandy to bring this vision to fruition by developing irresistible flavours to Swagman. Our wonderful front of house and kitchen staff play an important role in bringing you a memorable experience.


Additional information

  • Dining style
    Home Style
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Australian, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Thu–Sun 10:00 am–4:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Sam
  • Neighborhood
    Hindmarsh Valley
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 426 people are saying

Swagman Country Dining reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

426 Reviews
  1. Diann

    Adelaide7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic meals, service, staff, views and ambience. We have nothing to complain about at all. This was our second visit and everything was as perfect as the first. We love it. So nice to have somewhere special to eat and not just the local pubs and cafes. Will be back for sure, we have more meals we want to try.

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  2. Michael

    South Australia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing steak lunch, kids loved their bolognese, great to go and see the animals after a nice lunch.

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  3. Carol

    South Australia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The BEST eye fillet steak ever! My companions had the barramundi and the prawns and they were both very impressed by their meals. Attentive, friendly staff. Nothing was too much problem. Highly recommended. A hidden gem.

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  4. Roslyn

    South Australia1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is excellent in both taste and presentation.

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  5. Robert

    South Australia1 review

    4.0

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, and excellent staff member waiting on table, and dealt with grandchildren well.

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  6. Samela

    Hawaii2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A special treat for a special event. 'Twas perfection. The sweetest service, the most sublime view. the most expert cuisine and a post-prandial walk in a native animal conservation park. There is nowhere like it. And the restaurant also features a gallery of historic pottery,' This is hospitality Retallick style, where nature and culture meet elegant food - all in the grounds of an alpaca farm. Generous serves, wonderful fresh flavours of native herbs and spaces... Not noisy, unhurried...Don't miss the crocodile spring rolls!

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  7. Michele

    Sunshine Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic menu, awesome service, this place is not only fantastic- the food is off tap and sensational. Highly recommended

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  8. Graham

    South Australia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Duck, lamb & steak were cooked as ordered to perfection. Sides were excellent too. Excellent service. We'll keep coming back again & again.

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  9. Trevor

    Adelaide4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great choice of food on the a le carte menu and very good drinks menu. Friendly and prompt service and pleasant surrounds

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  10. Philip

    South Australia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very pleasant lunch, with delicious meals and very good table service. The serene countryside views are marvelous We always enjoy coming here.

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Swagman Country Dining is rated 4.8 stars by 426 OpenTable diners.

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  3. South Australia
  4. Fleurieu Peninsula
  5. Hindmarsh Valley

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
Google Map for Swagman Country Dining

594 Sawpit Rd, Hindmarsh Valley, AU-SA 5211

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Hindmarsh Valley
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Thu–Sun 10:00 am–4:30 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Australian, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Home Style
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Sam
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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