Adelaide’s food and drink scene has a lot to offer, and for German beer enthusiasts, the city is home to several authentic spots where you can enjoy or purchase German brews. Whether you’re planning a night out or looking to stock up your home supply, this guide will point you to the best venues and stores in and around Adelaide for a genuine German beer experience—served on tap in the right glass or available in bottles for you to take home.
Where can you drink original German beer near Adelaide?
Since the German Club left its long-time home on Flinders Street in 2019, the best place for a German beer is a short drive into the Adelaide Hills. Hahndorf, founded by Prussian settlers in 1839, is Australia’s oldest surviving German settlement, and its main street is lined with German pubs, bakeries and butchers. It’s about 30 minutes from the city.
In the heart of Hahndorf, the Hahndorf Inn serves traditional Bavarian food alongside a range of fully imported German beers. It’s open seven days, making it an easy stop on any trip to the Hills.
Hahndorf Inn
35 Main St
Hahndorf SA 5245
(08) 8388 7063
hahndorfinn.comDirectionsA few doors down the main street, the German Arms Hotel is a classic Hahndorf pub serving German and Australian pub food with a cold German beer. It’s a relaxed alternative when the Inn is full.
German Arms Hotel
69 Main St
Hahndorf SA 5245
(08) 8388 7013
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Which liquor shops in Adelaide offer the best range of German beers?
While the big chains like Dan Murphy’s and First Choice stock a few German brands, Adelaide’s independent liquor stores offer a broader and more diverse range of German beers. Here are the best places in the city to find an authentic selection.
A mainstay in Adelaide’s East End, East End Cellars is known for its impressive selection of imported and craft beers. It frequently stocks a variety of German beers, from popular brands like Weihenstephan to more niche options.
East End Cellars
25 Vardon Ave
Adelaide SA 5000
(08) 8232 5300
eastendcellars.com.auDirectionsThis local gem in the foothills is home to the “Great Wall of Beer”, with more than a thousand local and imported beers. Its German selection is perfect for those who want to try something beyond the standard options found in supermarkets.
Belair Fine Wines
9 Russell St
Belair SA 5052
(08) 8278 5222
belairfinewines.com.auDirectionsParade Cellars in Norwood is an independent bottle shop with a broad range of imported beers. With a rotating selection of German beers in bottles, it’s a great spot to discover something new, and the knowledgeable staff can help you find the right brew for any occasion.
Parade Cellars
161 The Parade
Norwood SA 5067
(08) 8332 0317
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