Islanders' Tavern

Right on the water at Hindmarsh Island. A spot where you expect standard pub fare but get utterly blindsided by the kitchen's serious chops. Forget the usual waterfront traps—this is proper country hospitality with a sharp culinary edge. Weekend riders and regional wine geeks alike tip their hats to the surprisingly ambitious menu. Think perfectly rendered duck breast served with a crispy potato pavé, alongside massive, chef-approved seafood baskets loaded with flawless scallops and sturdy beer-battered fish. The bar staff? Absolute legends. They know their stuff, pouring creamy milk stouts and championing top-tier South Australian drops—yes, you can actually score Rockford's Alicante Bouchet by the glass here. Cozy by the heater on a freezing winter ride, or soaking up the river views with a cold schooner in the sun. An absolute ripper of a tavern. Just book ahead on weekends.