Adelaide's Best Bars & Pubs was founded in 2015 by Sarah Mitchell, a passionate food and beverage journalist who saw a gap in the local market for comprehensive, honest reviews of Adelaide's drinking establishments. What began as a simple blog quickly gained traction as locals and visitors alike sought out Sarah's expert opinions on where to find the perfect pint, the most atmospheric beer garden, or the most innovative cocktail in the city.
By 2017, the site had grown substantially, and Sarah assembled a team of like-minded hospitality enthusiasts who shared her passion for Adelaide's burgeoning bar scene. The timing couldn't have been better, as South Australia's small bar license legislation had recently transformed the city's nightlife, creating a renaissance of intimate venues and creative concepts that needed documenting and celebrating.
In 2019, we launched our first printed guide to Adelaide's bars and pubs, which sold out within weeks and established us as the definitive authority on the city's drinking culture. Today, our team of seven dedicated reviewers visits over 200 venues annually, meticulously documenting everything from historic corner pubs to cutting-edge cocktail laboratories.
What sets us apart is our commitment to authenticity. We never accept payment for reviews, we always visit venues multiple times before publishing our opinions, and we pay for all our own drinks. This approach has earned us the trust of both consumers and industry professionals, making Adelaide's Best Bars & Pubs the most trusted voice in South Australia's hospitality scene.
