The Ultimate Adelaide Corkage & BYO Guide 2026
Last updated: June 2026 • Policies can change; call ahead.
This is a practical, regularly-updated list of bring-your-own wine policies across Adelaide. The fee shown is per bottle unless noted. Some venues only allow BYO mid-week or limit bottles per table, so please check when reserving. Planning a special occasion? Many of these venues are perfect, but for a curated experience with rare back-vintage wines, consider a private function at Septimus or one of our special tasting events.
Where to Find BYO Restaurants in Adelaide
Use this live list to find BYO restaurants in Adelaide that allow bring-your-own wine, and see the corkage fee per bottle. Policies vary by night and bottle size, so always confirm when booking.
What to Expect for BYO Fees in Adelaide
Expect most restaurants to charge between $15 and $50 per 750 ml bottle. Busy weekends and premium wine lists trend higher; mid-week BYO nights can be cheaper or even waived entirely.
How to use this guide: use the search box to find a venue or suburb, or sort the data by clicking the column heading. Check the Notes column for day restrictions, limits per table, or glassware rules.
| Restaurant | Suburb | Fee | Notes | Last checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2KW | North Tce | $35 | Mags $70 | 2025-09 |
| A Hereford Beefstouw | Hutt St | $20 | — | 2025-09 |
| Africola | East End | TBC | — | — |
| Amalfi Pizzeria | CBD | $20 | — | 2025-09 |
| arkhé | Norwood | $50 | — | 2025-09 |
| Botanic | Gardens | X | No BYO | 2025-09 |
| Chianti | Hutt St | $40 | — | 2025-09 |
| Cinnamon Club | The Parade | $20 | — | 2025-09 |
| Concubine | Gouger Street | $25 | — | 2025-09 |
| Daughter in Law | East End | X | No BYO | 2025-09 |
| Ding Hao | Chinatown | TBC | — | — |
| East End Cellars | East End | X | No BYO | 2025-09 |
| Enoteca | East End | TBC | — | — |
| Erato Teppanyaki | Central | $50 | — | 2025-09 |
| Fino Vino | Central | $40 | $15 Thu / Fri | 2025-09 |
| Fugazzi | West End | X | No BYO | 2025-09 |
| Gaucho’s Argentinian | Gouger St | $50 | — | 2025-09 |
| Georges | Weymouth St | $35 | — | 2025-09 |
| Golden Boy | East End | $20 | 1btl per 2ppl | 2025-09 |
| Gondola Gondola | West End | X | No BYO | 2025-09 |
| Herringbone | CBD | $40 | 2btl max | 2025-09 |
| Hey Jupiter | East End | TBC | — | 2025-09 |
| Jasmin Indian | Central | $22 | 1btl per tbl | 2025-09 |
| Kiin | Angus St | $30 | Tue & Wed only | 2025-09 |
| La Trattoria | Central | $20 | — | 2025-09 |
| Leigh Street Wine Room | West End | X | No BYO | 2025-09 |
| Lemongrass Thai Bistro | East End | $25 | — | 2025-09 |
| Longplay | Pirie St | $35 | — | 2025-09 |
| Mezi Mazi | Prospect | $20 | — | 2025-09 |
| Nonna and I | Central | $20 | — | 2025-09 |
| Ông Vietnamese | East End | TBC | — | — |
| Osteria Oggi | Pirie St | TBC | No BYO | — |
| Ozin | East End | $30 | — | 2025-09 |
| Parisi’s | Hyde Park | $25 | 1btl per 2ppl | 2025-09 |
| Parwana | Torrensville | $10 | Charity | 2025-09 |
| Part Time Lover | Central | $20 | 1btl per 2ppl | 2025-09 |
| Peel St | West End | $30 | — | 2025-09 |
| Penfolds Magill Estate Kitchen | Magill | $15 | Only Penfolds | 2025-09 |
| Pizza e Mozzarella Bar | Central | $20 | — | 2025-09 |
| Press* Food & Wine | Waymouth St | $30 | — | 2025-09 |
| Septimus | East End | $20 | House of Cheese & Wine | 2026-06 |
| Shōbōsho | West End | X | No BYO | 2025-09 |
| Sofia | Hutt St | $40 | — | 2025-09 |
| Soi 38 | Central | $40 | Tues free | 2025-09 |
| Sosta Argentinian | East End | $35 | — | 2025-09 |
| Star House Chinese | Chinatown | TBC | — | — |
| Station Road | Riverside | TBC | — | — |
| Tarantino’s | East End | $45 | — | 2025-09 |
| T-Chow | Chinatown | $8 | $8 per person | 2025-09 |
| The Salopian Inn | McLaren Vale | $30 | 1btl per booking | 2025-09 |
| Toyama Japanese | East End | $15 | — | 2025-09 |
| Wasai Japanese Grill | Central | $15 | — | 2025-09 |
| Yakitori Takumi | Melbourne St | $15 | — | 2025-09 |
| Ying Chow Chinese | Chinatown | $2 | $2 per person | 2025-09 |
What does the fee cover?
The BYO fee, or corkage, usually covers glassware, service (opening and pouring), and the lost margin from not ordering off the venue’s wine list. Higher fees are common at fine dining establishments or on peak nights.
BYO Etiquette and tips
- Call ahead and confirm the BYO policy, bottle limits, and whether sparkling is allowed.
- Bring bottles unopened with the original closure and in sound condition.
- Offer your server a small taste if appropriate and legal.
- Order food and at least one drink from the venue to support the house.
- Tip for good stemware and decanting care when offered.
- Hosting a group? See our private dining rooms Adelaide guide for venues built for events.
Spotted an update or missing venue? Email us and we’ll refresh the table.
About Septimus
Septimus is a wine bar in Adelaide’s East End, a House of Cheese and Wine on Grenfell Street in the Adelaide CBD. BYO is welcome at $20 a bottle, or explore our curated list of premium French and Australian wines by the glass and bottle, matched with artisan cheese and charcuterie. Book a table for the evening, or talk to us about a private function for your group, from an intimate cellar booking through to exclusive hire of the whole venue for up to 50 guests.