We arrived at The Salopian Inn after a long drive and empty bellies. There were too many tempting choices on the menu, we had to try them all! All the dishes were amazing and well cooked! All the ingredients in the plate tested fresh and worked well together. We left The Salopian Inn stuffed with fill bellies! I would highly recommend visiting this restaurant if you are passing by!

ORDERED: 🌾 Steamed buns with chilli & garlic sauce: and boston bay free range berkshire pork, ginger & hoisin ($8.00) ​🥟 Salopian dumplings: Nomad Farms Chicken & Spencer Gulf prawn, ginger, spring onion, pickled ginger, roasted chilli & coconut dressing and coriander ($25.00) 🦑​ Charcoal Grilled cape calamari: kohlrabi, pickled green tomatoes, pork fat taramasalata and fried bread ($28.00) 🥞 Kimchi pancake: with szechuan pepper tofu, sesame, watermelon radish and basil mint ($30.00) 🍝​ Cavatelli: with grass fed beef ragu, fennel, fior di latte and roasted ricotta ($38.00) 🥩 Kangarilla T-Bone (650g) steak: with charred onions, chimichurri beef 'butter' and jus ($85.00) 🥔​ Crispy Kipfler potatoes: with salsa verde and parmesan ($12.00) 🥗 Kitchen garden salad greens: with mustard vinaigrette ($9.00) I shared this food between 5 people. I paid $54.00 for my portion! REVIEW: ❤️ My favourite at Salopian Inn was the Kangarilla T-bone and the crispy kipfler potatoes! Unlike what we were hoping with the Kangarilla steak (a steak cross between a Kangaroo and a Gorilla?!), I believe Kangarilla is a place in SA. Nonetheless, the medium rare was cooked to perfection and the kipfler potatoes the perfect, crispy, savoury, accompaniment. We demolished the kipfler potatoes SO FAST! 😍😍 ✔️​ I also adored the charcoal grilled calamari. There's something so delicious and addictive about a calamari cooked perfectly, with a smoky aftertaste that hits the spot every time.​ 🤩 ❌​ Least favourite for us were the steamed buns. I see what they were trying to aim for, but I was looking forward to fluffy white Chinese steam buns. The ones we ate were a little dry and the pork wasn't memorable. ​😥 ✔️ Service was very engaging, and the brunette waitress was very bubbly and fun. I appreciated her passion for the food and how everything was local! 🙏​ Definitely adds a special touch knowing the majority of ingredients were home-grown. 🌱🌻

I have eaten some fine food all around the world I am glad to say, however our dinning experience at the Salopian was the absolute best. The service was so friendly, professional and welcoming. The best steak ever, deserts absolutely fabulous. Our waitress was friendly knowledgeable and a pleasure to meet. Location of course is second to none!!!

Overall - 8.5/10 - It's not fine dining but it doesn't cost what fine dining does either. We paid $50/pp without drinks, the food and service were great. Salopian is a bench mark for restaurants in this price range. Food Quality - 8.7/10 - Some of the more interesting dishes and flavours I've had in a while. We had the pork bun, kangaroo tail, grilled calamari and slopian pie and I thoroughly enjoyed I had. Atmosphere - 8/10 - The service and atmosphere was good. Value for Money - 8/10 - Good value for money.

Very enjoyable experience. Good atmosphere, staff were knowledgeable and helpful. We opted for the chef's tasting menu. One of us was allergic to seafood he was very happy for his substitute. Most of the ingredients were organic and cultivated from their own veggie garden. Definitely will call again!

The menu has a slightly odd mix of Asian inspired dishes and upmarket pub dishes e.g. beef pie. The food was good but not as good as the restaurants reputation would imply. I left a little disappointed because the Asian inspired section in particular didn't have the depth of flavour you would get from a chef steeped in the respective cuisines- it was a little insipid. A pleasant evening but not a wonderful evening of food.

Excellent service by Sarah for our 25th wedding anniversary. Great meals suitable for all dietary requirements. An amazing range of gins along with a substantial wine list. Portions were large, all dishes were tasty and waitpersons were very attentive. Would definitely return & recommend

Amazing vegan feed me! Was there with a group of 10 and there were a few different dietaries but wouldn’t have noticed because of how seamlessly they cater for everyone. I did buy their chilli oil (as did pretty much everyone at the table) so we can recreate the dumplings 🌶️ 🥟 highly recommend this place for everyone and anyone who want great food with a great no pretentious atmosphere and great service!

Unbelievably good food, amazing service and very switched on staff! We had the feed me menu and the staff catered for our diets extremely well. Every dish that came out was amazing and could not be flawed. The servings were generous and we didn't leave wanting more. Such a lovely venue.

An outstanding experience. We did the $85 tasting menu and it was sublime! Each course better than the next and the selection of gins are amazing. Wonderful, smart genuine service as well. Thank you guys.

Finally, after living in the local area for sometime, the day arrived when we could experience and enjoy this award winning, well known quality Restaurant. The service, the venu and quality of food did not disappoint. Excellence all-around. Not sure why we had left it so long to experience this icon in the local McLaren Vale district. Will be back for more of the same, for sure.

The customer service was top notch and the food was delicious. Quality and fresh food. Went here for lunch and one of the appetizers came after the main course. We were not charged for the appetizer. The staff always had a smile on their faces and always ready to help. Great experience! We have been here twice and loved it. The dumplings never disappoints and their menu is seasonal so it keeps changing.

Excellent service and food. Well presented dishes and great quality of food. Ambience was extremely nice. Alia was our table host so pleasant and gave us an excellent customer service experience . Always smiling and recommending great dishes thanks for the overall experience. Highly recommended restaurant

Celebrated by 40th birthday here. The feed me menu was on point. Delicious food and plenty of it. Really value for money and such a great selection. Even got to enjoy the dumplings and sashimi as part of it. The gin cocktails were sensational, highly recommend the KI Mulberry cocktail. Again a great variety of gins and cocktails on menu. Whilst the wine selection is excesivly over priced for what they had in the cellar it didn't detract from the night and simply meant we indulged in second and third cocktails. Highly recommend the feed me menu. Thanks to the server who was bubbly, informative and super friendly. Also, appreciated the special touch for my birthday.

We had the $90 degustation menu. Far too much delicious food. Naked bum photography was quirky but part of the atmosphere.

What a beautiful meal at the Salopian. The atmosphere is relaxed welcoming. The service was attentive and friendly. We enjoyed the $90 feed me menu and each bite was more delicious than the last. The wine cellar has an amazing selection to explore and select any special red you’d like. It’s an McLaren Vale gem and institution for a reason.

The food was amazing. They were very happy to cater for vegans. Big serves and big flavours. The staff are so friendly as well. Really recommend going there. We had the feed me option…. Had a great day, will definitely be back.

We had the steak and ribs for lunch, which was beautiful! One of the best steak dish we have ever had! The service and ambience was warm and friendly! To know all their produce was grown locally in their garden makes it extra special, thanks team for the amazing food! Well done

Fabulous atmosphere. Lovely old building. Take a trip to the cellar if you want a bottle of red. Open fire for the winter. Super friendly service. Photos are a bit yellow but it was dim light.

What a classy and delicious lunch! The service is five-star, ambiance is cozy, and food is so creative and delicious. The steamed buns and fried radish cakes from the winter menu were divine. Excellent wine list. Oh and they made accommodations to flex many items to be vegan friendly for one in our party!

We both had the Feed Me Menu and it was amazing. Absolutely loved it and the service was amazing. Can't wait to come back.

This was one of the best meals we had by far AND fantastic service. We enjoyed a few apples and shared them between our party. One of our folks is allergic to shellfish and they made some wonderful recommendations to avoid this. Food was absolutely delicious. This is a must try while in the area!

Absolutely delicious food. Great service. Good value. Plates came out perfectly staggered. Have highly recommended the Salopian to lots of people.

Came here after reading the good reviews. It was indeed an excellent meal - fresh ingredients, refreshing flavours from the herbs used. Thoughtful and prompt service.

What a magic place for a food experience. Lovely, friendly folk. Sensational food. Generous serves. Very special local wines. Affordable. So much thought and care in every tasty morsel. We are coming back.

So good, food was all delicious, service was attentive and fast and the actual place is stunning. Stand out for me was the gnocchi, it was light and fluffy and well balanced with the sauce. The pork buns were also amazing, particularly the chilli sauce that went with it. Worth a visit if you are after a nice lunch.

From the moment you walk in. You are just like WOW! This place was absolutely fantastic. I think it was the best food , quality wise in years. It is the Vintners of the South. Absolutely loved it. Got there early. Great had a look around. Wine and sparkling water to start. Our waiter Daniel was fabulous. We ate through the whole menu and leaving Daniel to pick our desserts. Everything was fabulous 👌 it's an easy 12/10 or more. Croquettes fantastic Steak perfect, taste was just incredible Loved the Gnocchi Dessert was fantastic too Atmosphere is great. Everyone is happy. Dress to impress 😉 This is a truly special place. Service from Daniel was fantastic. Clean and well set out. Food is beyond fabulous 👌 Don't miss out. Special occasion or not. Go and enjoy. Bathrooms were even clean and well kept. Sounds strange. A well looked after restaurant. Happy staff and amazing Chefs 👩‍🍳 👨‍🍳 Drink that wine Order all the food and eat that dessert. Life us short. Be happy 🍷🍾

We visited The Salopian Inn on a Friday for lunch. Myself and 5 mates opted for the $90pp feed me menu. What can I say but everything was outstanding. The food was diverse and delicious. The service was prompt and welcoming. Couldn't rate it highly enough. We even got to pick our own wine from the cellar. Must visit!

The Salopian Inn has a beautiful atmosphere and aesthetic. The staff was very friendly and helpful and explained each dish in detail. The food is exquisite. We did the Feed me option which was a very generous amount of food. Every bite and taste was lovely and would definitely recommend to do this if you can. Will definitely try and come back when in the area.

Great for long lazy lunches with friends. Get a seat outdoors if possible to soak in the sunshine and fresh air whilst looking out at the McLaren Vale vineyards. The dumplings are the go-to dish, don't miss out and make sure you get an order in. Staff were really friendly and helpful, would come back. Book in advance if possible, otherwise you can call up to see if they are able to squeeze you in.

Delicious meal, friendly service, lovely atmosphere. We had the tasting menu and enjoyed every one of the 12 menu items. Dessert was divine. The view from our window by the open fire place looked out onto vineyards which were stunning in autumn. The only aspect I did not appreciate was the art work which I felt did not suit the country location and feel of the historic building as it was more of a dated modern art but I understand art is personal. I think a consignment from a local artist with perhaps a vineyard theme would be perfect for a beautiful country inn such as the Salopian. Loved the rustic lights. Loved the map of the garden with each course. Would highly recommend.

Foods and services were amazingly great. Definitely we will go back there again. :)

This place is fantastic. Great food, friendly & helpful service. All round pleasant dining experience

Wonderful service, and beautiful atmosphere. Indoor temperature is nice and cozy. Lots of tasty dishes and wine to choose from. House baked bread and prawn dumplings were our favourites.

Great service. Yum food. Lamb neck was a stand out.

Cannot rate this place high enough. We had the feed me menu, (just left it to the chef). Food that came out was excellent, well presented and flavoursome. Lost of local wines are available also, with a underground wine cellar to go and pick a red. Service was professional and all dishes that came out were explained by the staff. Highly recommend this place, you will need to book.

Lovely place to eat. We had a wonderful experience. Friendly staff, great local food for an honest price, the menu changes with the seasons. We definitely recommend this restaurant !

My husband and I had the feed me option not only was the food amazing, we felt very special and looked after. We were celebrating our wedding anniversary. Bec cutting looked after us and added to our experience. Thank you so much, we will definitely be back again xxx