Reviews


The restaurant in question has received a mixed bag of reviews from recent diners, with some highlighting issues with rude and unprofessional staff, inconsistent food quality, and inaccuracies on the menu. However, other diners have praised the restaurant for its delicious food, great service, and welcoming atmosphere. Despite some negative experiences, many reviewers express a willingness to give the restaurant another try due to its potential for improvement and positive attributes. Overall, the restaurant appears to offer a range of dishes, friendly service, and a modern ambiance, making it a contender for future dining outings, The Lodge Hotel Bistro typically has an average rating of 3.9.

Overall Total Score
3.9 out of 5
Very good | 2728 reviews

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Menulist
4.0 ★ from 5 reviews
Alexandria
20.11.2017 - 23:33

Went there for a birthday party. We had great service and the salt and pepper calamari was the best I have had for a long time. I want to go back as soon as I c...

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Lorena
22.12.2017 - 13:34

Well priced meals$9.90 kids meals are an absolute bargain with huge meals plus a drink and ice cream.

Carole
22.12.2017 - 13:34

Food is pretty good. I stayed there for a while and loved their namesake breakfast. Dinners are pretty good too. Place has a view of the beach, great for walks.

Akira
22.12.2017 - 13:34

Pleasantly surprised at the fabulous fare for 3 diners ordered on ANZAC Day.

Alverta
26.12.2022 - 08:40

for the first time, they wing with a budding man on a Sunday in the lodge. not many patrons there ever. I have my dry carving with the usual gravy, chips and sa...

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Google
3.9 ★ from 1 reviews
deb
05.05.2024 - 20:05

Price per person: A$20–40 Food: 4 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4

Nicolle
05.05.2024 - 20:05

Staff were extremely attentive and helpful. Food was delicious and arrived promptly. Price per person: A$20–40 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Bob
05.05.2024 - 20:05

Great place. Dropped in for lunch. Friendly staff. Fantastic food at a good price. Highly recommended Price per person: A$20–40 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4...

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Peta
05.05.2024 - 20:05

Always great service and food (just remember to order the Nasi Goreng milder if you don’t like spicy food! . A regular place to visit for us due to the consiste...

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Glenn
05.05.2024 - 20:05

We have eaten here quite a few times, but, I must say that your latest offerings were superb. Food was excellent! Kangaroo loin was cooked perfectly... sauce wa...

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Aggregated
4.0 ★ from 5 reviews
Nghị
15.06.2023 - 11:54

We came to the lodge for birthday drinks. The cocktail prices are amazing, the mood is fantastic. We had the best service from all employees. I would particular...

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Michelle
15.06.2023 - 11:54

Just for lunch. Big-ish group without booking, but was not a problem. My wife had the cattle troganoff and I had the nachos. Both were very nice and the whole t...

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Κοσμάς
15.06.2023 - 11:54

Again after 6 months when I last went with the family, it was not a good experience. Today the food tastes good and they are very attentive with the cleaning of...

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Kristel
15.06.2023 - 11:54

The hotel has been renovated beautifully. A nice strong menu with the usual pub favourites interesting items such as laksa mei goring. Big serves value for mone...

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Bettie
15.06.2023 - 11:54

Night didnt start out well. Inadvertantly went in the wrong door from the back carpark. Straight away got yelled by a crabby woman. Finally got into the bistro...

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INT Restaurants
3.6 ★ from 164 reviews
Andrew
31.01.2024 - 09:05

Just there for lunch. Big-ish group with no booking but was no problem. My wife had the beef stroganoff and I had the nachos. Both were very nice and the whole...

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Charlie
31.01.2024 - 09:05

Went again after 6 months as the last time I went with family it was not a good experience. Today the food taste good and they're very attentive with cleaning t...

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Deanna
31.01.2024 - 09:05

We came to the lodge for birthday drinks. The cocktail prices are amazing, the vibe is fantastic. We had the most excellent service from all the staff. I would...

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Heather
31.01.2024 - 09:05

Visiting from interstate! Bar staff were so lovely I had to ask their names, Thanks Tyler snd Robbie! I asked for Tyler’s recommendation for dinner? Nasi Goreng...

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Yelp
3.0 ★ from 5 reviews
Renee
18.06.2024 - 22:34

Came here on a Saturday night with out a booking. Got a table straight away. Service was a bit slow but it was forgiven because quite busy. Ordered from not...

David
18.06.2024 - 22:34

Years ago this place used to be pretty much of a dump, though their restaurant was all right. However, since I have been away from Adelaide they have given...

Jo
18.06.2024 - 22:34

To give a review of their 'one of a kind ' menu is difficult as on the southern side of Adelaide their is the EXACT same menu Just hope the meals here live...

Foursquare
3.9 ★ from 10 reviews
Tripadvisor
3.1 ★ from 72 reviews
Zomato
3.6 ★ from 23 reviews
Restaurantguru
3.9 ★ from 1376 reviews

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