Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Central

OpenTable

Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants in Central? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Hoosegow Charcoal Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (86)

$41 to $100

Barbecue

St Morris

About the restaurant

At hoosegow your tastebuds will surrender to many OMG moments
of Charcoal Deliciousness! AND... our cocktails are SO GOOD
to look at and heavenly to drink!
Kitchen Closes at 8:00pm but we are open till late.

Top review

Kelly

Dined on Jun 5, 2025

It was a great experience from the start. I feel nothing but welcome . Service was amazing, and the food was absolutely delicious. Definitely recommended and while it was a bit price it was very worth it . I would come back as soon as I get the opotunity

Asha

4.9

4.9 (87)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Goodwood

About the restaurant

asha is a contemporary Australian restaurant with a Middle Eastern influence.
Find us in the leafy suburb of Goodwood, Adelaide, 2 doors down from Good Gilbert. This intimate dining space has been designed to elevate neighbourhood high-end casual dining, transporting you in time and place.
We have 3 distinct dining areas available, a hotel-esq bar with deep stools which will allow you to oversee Chef Scott Fox and his team cook for the restaurant whilst you can watch the hustle of the bar, with it's tall custom built cherry oak shelves, before you - we think this is our favourite spot. Alternatively, you may find yourself in our intimate bar booths wrapped in blue velvet and leather, these are very cosy and are best enjoyed with some of your best friends or family. Lastly, our main dining space will be for those who prefer a more formal setting with a little more space, banquette seating and dining chairs.

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Stacey

Dined 7 days ago

Food was delicious and the menu was unique and something new! Great vibes and the owners are such lovely people!

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Experience

3 or 4 Course Choice Menu

Experience

A La Carte Menu

Noi Vietnamese Eatery

4.8

4.8 (1638)

$41 to $100

Asian

Fullarton

About the restaurant

NOI Vietnamese Eatery is a next generation Vietnamese family restaurant. We'd like to deliver great food with fresh Australian produce and Vietnamese flavours.

The team at NOI aims to share with you what tasty Vietnamese food means to us!

Top review

Sylvia

Dined 2 days ago

NOI never disappoints. Excellent service and fantastic food. Thanks

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Popular dish

Banh Trang Pork Belly

Popular dish

Twice Cooked Pork Belly

Popular dish

Chilli Crab Noodles

Good Gilbert

4.8

4.8 (65)

$40 and under

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Goodwood

About the restaurant

Good Gilbert isn't just a place to eat and drink. It's our heartfelt invitation to join us in a story that's still unfolding. Every dish, every sip, and every smile shared here is a chapter in our tale. We're not just serving meals; we're crafting memories, one delicious moment at a time.

With a 400+ wine list that evolves weekly. Sip on over 40 wines by the glass or carafe, seasonal beers and cocktails, and indulge in a variety of bar snacks or dine in our restaurant. There's always something new to discover.

Come be a part of our story at Good Gilbert!

Top review

Kristen

Dined 6 days ago

Happy friendly staff who knew the food and helped with great choices . The food was delicious and great value

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Experience

Let us feed you

Experience

Drinks Only Reservation

Experience

$45 SET MENU

Longplay Bistro

4.8

4.8 (102)

$101 and over

European

Adelaide City Center

About the restaurant

Longplay Bistro is the summation of the things that we enjoy - a casual, sometimes rowdy environment in which to eat good bistro food, drink great wine and listen to records with friends and family. Longplay Bistro pairs touchstone, well seasoned bistro fare from Calum Horn with a feature wine list and considered hospitality that caters to both fast casual and extended stay diners. Join us for a good time and a long time!

Top review

Veronica

Dined on May 29, 2025

Great food, great service. Will come back again. Thanks!

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Experience

Longplay Bistro Special Edition

Experience

House Classics

Shiki Japanese Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (26)

$41 to $100

Japanese

Adelaide City Center

About the restaurant

Adelaide's Award Winning Japanese Teppanyaki Restaurant. Immerse yourself award-winning, authentic Japanese teppanyaki in the heart of Adelaide. Headed by Shiki Chef de Cuisine, Kenny Trinh, our team has created a delicious menu of truly succulent of sushi, sashimi, tempura, and Teppanyaki selections. Experience the evening of a lifetime as our talented chefs prepare your meal on our live Teppanyaki stations.

Top review

Rick

Dined on May 17, 2025

Food was excellent as usual but the wine list is a disaster. If we wanted cheap wines we wouldn’t be dining at Shiki’s. The best wines were unavailable due to ordering issues and the only choices were in the $20 dollar range from the local liquor store. Need to offer premium wines and make sure they are available. Overall the food was excellent, service was excellent but the lack of quality Red wines let the experience short of our expectations. We have been dining at Shiki’s for over 25 years and this is the first time we have been disappointed. Hopefully management listen and update the wine list with quality wines.

Bistro Francais

4.7

4.7 (707)

$40 and under

French

Hyde Park

About the restaurant

* WE HAVE MOVED*
Please note we have moved location to 165 King William Rd, Hyde Park

A bistro must be welcoming - with honest food and great wine. Those are the things we all love.” - Fabien Striet (Head Chef), we believe French food shouldn’t be reserved for special occasions. Our menu of classic dishes is prepared to authentic recipes, alongside a few modern takes and seasonal specials. We offer wines sourced from French regions, and a handful of local producers. Dinner available Tuesday to Sunday and Brunch available every Saturday/Sunday.

Top review

Kate

Dined 1 day ago

This was my 2nd visit to Bistro Francais. I loved my experience so much the first time I visited with 2 of my girlfriends that I made this booking for my mother’s group girls dinner. On my 1st visit I ordered the bread with French butter which was underwhelming. I imagined the bread would have been warm and the French butter needed more salt. Last night all our meals were delicious. The ambience was great although some background French music would have been good. I loved the service, candles. Some of your smaller dishes should be turned into larger dishes I think. I look forward to my next visit perhaps with my husband next.

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4.7

4.7 (323)

$40 and under

Mediterranean

Adelaide City Center

About the restaurant

A Mediterranean fusion from Morrocco to the Middle East.

A place where flavour, fun, family and friends come first.

Group Bookings welcome.

Please note:
During dinner service, bookings of seven or more guests are required to enjoy our $74 Feed Me menu.
During lunch service, bookings of 10 or more guests are required to enjoy our $74 Feed Me menu.

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Naomi

Dined on May 31, 2025

Our group of seven had been looking forward to eating at Olive for a long time and our visit last night was fabulous. The staff were so welcoming and accommodating. The food was fresh, hot and flavorsome. Great serving sizes. We loved the different food combinations that were all delicious. Make sure you try everything.

Roma

4.6

4.6 (108)

$41 to $100

Italian

Adelaide City Center

About the restaurant

Roma is a modern Italian Restaurant, Deli and Piazza. A place where everyone is welcome.

A casual, fun, inviting alfresco dining experience in the heart of the city. A space in the city where you can meet with friends, family, and colleagues and enjoy a delicious meal in our restaurant, or drinks and snacks in our Rome inspired piazza.

Group Bookings welcome.

Please note:
During dinner service, bookings of seven or more guests are required to enjoy our $74 Feed Me menu.
During lunch service, bookings of 10 or more guests are required to enjoy our $74 Feed Me menu.

All day dining from 11.30am, Monday – Saturday.

We can’t wait to welcome you to Roma!

Top review

Peter

Dined 3 days ago

Food was excellent. My partner said he just ate the best roasted chicken of his life. Staff were lovely.

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Experience

Feed Me

Koomo Restaurant and Bar

4.5

4.5 (891)

$41 to $100

Asian

Adelaide City Center

About the restaurant

Dine among the clouds at Adelaide’s highest restaurant: Koomo. Located on the 10th floor of Adelaide’s tallest building, Crowne Plaza Adelaide, Koomo’s stunning interior is inspired by Art Deco and Japanese design and is where diners can enjoy views of Adelaide’s skyline and the Adelaide Hills while they enjoy Asian-influenced menu from the Koomo team.

Koomo takes inspiration from the love of Japanese cooking, Koomo takes the best of South Australia’s premium produce for a fresh, seasonal and locally-focused menu that is simply delicious.

Top review

Cara

Dined on May 30, 2025

Orgasmic food and fantastic friendly service! Beautiful views of the city

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Experience

High Tea @ Level 10 Crowne Plaza Adelaide

Experience

Express Lunch @ KOOMO

Experience

Large Group Reservations @ KOOMO

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