I'm changing this review. Yes the food and drinks are nice, if a bit expensive, but they do not make up for the rudeness of one particular bouncer in the nightclub. I no longer go to the Elephant, and if friends are going out then I make sure we stay away. I was sitting down, resting (not drunk) while my friends were dancing and the bouncer asked me to stand up. I assumed he wanted to check if I was drunk so I said, "no worries" and stood up. He went back to the corner and so I sat down again. Next thing I know he comes back over and tells me to get out. Surprised, I walked down the back stairs, leaving my friends dancing and went outside. Waiting for my friends I got chatting to the other bouncer, who was friendly outside. This bouncer had absoltely no problem talking with me politely, and since it was late at night and nobody else was around, he had nothing else to do anyway. Then the first bouncer comes back down and says, "go away or I'll call the police". I explained I was waiting for my friends and he said, "they can't be very good friends if they left you out here alone". So I went and waited about 10 meters away where I wouldn't be arrested. Maybe reading this you will think I was drunk or rude. But that is not the case. I did not argue when being kicked out, and I was not rude or drunk.

Nice quaint little pub off the main street so its nice and quiet during the day for some knockoff drinks or lunch, its only a small pub but there is plenty of seating in the bar area with booths if you are after a bit more privacy or there is a nice outdoor seating area out the front as well. There is plenty to choose from with beers on tap including local, boutique and overseas beers, i think i counted about 15 beers on tap. We ordered some lunch and the lady who served me did seem a bit inexperienced but i think she was a European foreigner so maybe she was a backpacker as she made a couple of errors on the order and didn't really seem to know the menu but we got it soughted in the end . Food was on par for what you would expect for pub grub and the prices were quite reasonable too. Only disappointment was a salad we ordered came out as about 80% greens and it had some potato which was a bit undercooked, so for me that was abit overpriced for $15

The last thing this pub is is a British pub. Since the renovations it has been turned into a big room with tables and chairs. No atmosphere and no charm. They are now changing a service fee everytime you pay for a drink with your credit card. Disgraceful. The chicken burger I had was probably the worst excuse for a burger I have had in a long long time. The staff member who took my plate away didn't even ask if I had enjoyed my meal.well to be fair there was no point in asking since most of it was still on my plate. My advice stay away from the chicken burger people. The tastiest thing in my plate was the lettuce and tomato garnish.
Price per person
$80–100
Food: 1
Service: 2
Atmosphere: 1

Such an amazing Venue.! We had a booking for 40 that constantly fluctuated right up until 3hours before the booking. Tanika (Functions and Event Coordinator) was absolutely incredible and so accommodating. The food was excellent and everyone received their food within 15minutes.! Not one error was made and I could not be any more greatful for their help. We were seated upstairs with our own place cards and our own bar which was staffed by an amazing staff member and the room was beautiful. Thank you so much for an amazing dinner and for making everything less stressful. I can not recommend The Elephant British Pub more for any form of function!!

Went to see a friend's band. Nice place, good atmosphere, more classy than some other venues and less broken glass and vomit/beer/wine on the floor than other places I've been. Good choice of music too, not just the repetitive techno/dubstep that you might put up with somewhere else. I've docked one star because the bathrooms (at least the male bathrooms) were an unpleasant place to be, not least the fact that most public facilities are more modern than this. Worst was that the cubicle door had a gap as wide as my thumb and you could see the person in there as you walked in the door.

Called in to this neat little spot this weekend to stash my backpack whilst I took a look about Adelaide CBD which unfortunately at the time just so happened to have an Anti Mandatory Vax protest going on so didn't get very far. Nevertheless, this was a great little find! My only regret was having to dash to the airport after only one beer could've easily spent a good chunk of the afternoon there. Fellas were very friendly and I'd imagine with a little live music this would be a well packed spot. Will definitely call in whenever I am in the neighbourhood again

Had an old English pub feel to the place. Quite cozy. Does seem out of place in its current location being in the heart of the clubbing scene. We came here on a very busy night and still got really good food service. The quality of the food was standard Adelaide pub food compared to other states it would be considered above average. IE the schnitzels weren't microwaved. It also has a range of British ales on tap which was great to sample. The prices were for the beers were standard and not microbrewery prices IE in range with common beers

A cosy, traditional English style pub. In a good location, with friendly service and reasonable prices. The eating area downstairs is cosy and has lovely old style booths and a fire place for those colder months. The menu has a large but good selection, I ordered the chicken schnitzel with mushroom gravy, which was nice. Upstairs converts into a nightclub at nighttime, it's a good atmosphere with live bands and cheap drinks; music genre is for everyone. I love the Elephant, a good place for lunch or dinner.

I loved that! it was full when I visited. Well, I think because the happy hour, must’ve been for that. I liked the atmosphere, the place is very spacious, tables are wide and are spaced between them, although it didn't seem like a British pub to me. However, I had a great time. Also, the flavor of the dishes was delicious, I loved the mash peas. As for drinks they have a wide variety of wines, beers and more. ✅If you’re around, must to visit The Elephant British Pub.

Probably about the worst meal I have been dished up, ever. To be fair they had been closed for a few days so not all menu items were available and they advised this. No beef and ale pie so second choice was chicken and leek. It was clearly available because it was in the freezer, an incredibly dry, tasteless pie with some half cooked chips, inedible..... my partners fish and chips were ok though, staff were great but wouldn’t go back unfortunately.

How to destroy what was a quaint warm welcoming British pub and turn it into a sterile cold and soulless vacuous space. They cannot call this a British Pub even the worst ones back home have more going than this. Adding to this insult they took off the wings. Clueless about the clientele and devoid of any idea on what was a very good British Pub. Sad!
Food: 1
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 1

I enjoyed my meal at the Elephant. I got the fish and chips (1 piece) along with a cider on tap. Delish and reasonably priced. It wasn't especially busy, we were there for a late lunch so the food came out quickly and the staff were friendly and attentive. I would come back.
Price per person
$20–40
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Fish and Chips

Nice place to have a drink during the evening. Good prices, on average with the other pubs. The atmosphere is very chilled and it reminds a place settled in Britain for reality, with carpets, fireplaces, dark wood furnitures and a big old-style bar counter. The staff is quite nice, even if they have been a little bit rude when it was coming the closing time and they asked us to leave on advance.

Upon arrival me and my friends faced a staff member or a manager it could be (bold guy) behind the bar very unfriendly and fake, he was acting more like a strict security jегк than a friendly hospitality worker (I was very uncomfortable there) Food of maximum of 3 stars with a stretch, can give it even 2,5. Drinks are good however, and the interior is absolutely amazing - 5 starts to only this.

Great pub, great atmosphere, great beer. The menu is limited for those of us that would rather not eat meat, but what there was was served well and the portion sizes were good.
Price per person
$20–40
Food: 3
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Beer Selection, Fish and Chips, Chips, Fish
Vegetarian options
Limited options

Managed to capture some late night premier league. Service was good from the bar staff. Not much I could do about DJ music when trying to watch the Premier League but not many seemed that in to the music with most people actually outside. Was in central location near other bars
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 3
Recommended dishes
Pint of Guinness

Went there for some drinks with a group of friends on a Saturday evening. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating! Marcus was a great bartender and host throughout the evening! The duty manager (the name slips my mind) also opened up the upstairs area before scheduled time so we could be comfortable! Thanks for a lovely evening team! See you soon!

We have been here about 5 times now and I have got the fish and chips every time! The food is incredible; my partner loves the steak sandwich! The staff are so lovely and helpful. Patrick and Marcus were great! Thank you :)
Price per person
$1–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Pub Classics, Chips, Fish

The old Elephant had some character, although the pies could have been served with a mash and mushy pea option if you wanted to be authentic . The fire was on and the crowd was a great mix of old and young. The old Elephant was a very welcoming place. This place looks more generic like all the open plan sheds, appealing only to yuppies perhaps.

Excellent service, proper size pints and good food (including for kids) which was very reasonably priced. Everything to like and nothing not to.
Price per person
$20–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
On Tap Beers, Pub Classics, Beer Selection, Fish and Chips
Kid-friendliness
They were

Fantastic place for a get together with workmates/friends. Great staff plus happy hour and a DJ. Also, excellent food to share from a cheese platter with various Cheeses and dips to Pumpkin Arancini balls. Delish. Wine selection had one of my favourites, Bird in the Hand Rose, so I was set.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

We watched the Matilda's V England here and had dinner beforehand. The evening was enjoyable but we wondered why the recent refurbishment removed a lot of the charm and cosiness of an old English Pub. It no longer feels or looks like an English pub, which was a huge part of the attraction.
Food: 4
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4

What a great little find with awesome selection of beers, ciders and other drinks. We booked a table for 4 and enjoyed a meal inside the beautiful pub. Food was good and service was excellent with friendly and attentive staff. A little hard to find as Cinema Place doesn't exist in Google Maps (it's right next to the Cinema's).

My boy loved the sausage n mash. I had the chicken burger. I think they used the salt n pepper squid seasoning as a batter and i just couldn't eat it. Sorry guys. Beer and atmosphere always awesome though. Don't think I've ever been in there and not made friends with random people. A true pub.

Had a booking and they couldn't seat us when we arrived, so they offered us a round of free drinks while we waited 10 minutes at the bar, which was nice. They were willing to make substitutions for a vegetarian in our group without drama. Food was fresh, large servings. A good honest pub.

Brilliant place for hanging out downstairs and having food, upstairs on Friday and Saturday nights is awesome for dancing and a great fun atmosphere often with good live music. Great happy hour prices and happy hour goes for a while on popular nights unlike other places which is great.

Had Thai green curry it was great, had some beers and watched state of origin. Staff were friendly and there's a good selection of beer and spirits.
Price per person
$40–60
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Beer Selection

RIP The Elly. Loved by many over the years. Once full of character and charm, always had a warm, welcoming vibe. The recent renovations are truly awful. Another cookie cutter bar with zero charm and atmosphere. Very sad to see. Shouldn't claim to be a British Pub anymore.

The new Elephant has lost its charm. Not only has it lost its charm, the food quality and dining experience is terrible now too. I ordered a rare steak, waiting 40minutes and was served medium well. The wait staff were unfriendly too. I would not recommend a visit here.

Booking process was smooth and they even called to remind us that the Matilda’s game would start 30min earlier than AEST :) Service was fantastic, food was average pub fare and atmosphere was boisterous but polite!
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Watched the Melbourne cup. Great atmosphere. Large TVs around the room made it easy for all to see. Lunch was great with generous servings. Lovely staff. Definitely recommended.
Price per person
$20–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

New renovations are terrible. The place has lost all of it character and charm. Service was poor, food was good but nothing special. Needs a proper English style menu to suit the venue. Right now you could be walking into any average pub. Won’t be rushing back

Recently moved to having our occasional work drinks here. Fantastic pub, decently priced and the food is good. Only downside is the tables for the outside seating aren't moveable, so if you have a group larger than 6 and want to be outside, it can be awkward.

This is a great venue for whatever occasion, the Elephant offers a traditional pub atmosphere down stairs and has a stage with a live band and dance floor up stairs. There are a range of great proper British ales on tap as well as a number of Australian ipas.

The other members of my party were surprised by the noise, but I explained that was normal in an English pub. The food was very good and everyone enjoyed their meal. I am sure it might be quieter during the week, we did choose a Saturday evening after all.

Best pub in Adelaide, shows all the sports you could ever want to see, staff are super friendly and genuinely does have an English feel to the place. Drinks usually are a little on the pricey side but during happy hour it all becomes ridiculously cheap!

Classic pub with beers and grub. No craft beers, so expect the standard super dry and red ales.
Price per person
$20–40
Food: 3
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4
Kid-friendliness
Kids everywhere for an early Saturday evening

Thank you for a wonderful lunch, food is amazing, Kilkenny and Old Speckled Hen were both delicious, Patrick is an extremely friendly barman, all in all a very enjoyable experience, I just wish I lived closer, in my opinion The Best Pub In Adelaide.

Was looking for a place to have a quiet and affordable dinner around CBD. This place was a welcomed find. The environment was pleasant, the food was prepared well and the drinks were on the button. Definitely a place to go on a Sunday evening :)

What an amazing pub, just called in for a nightcap, staff were great, there was a dj playing good music and it was not too loud you couldn't talk. Atmosphere was very welcoming and will definitely be back.
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Good range if food and quick service.
Price per person
$20–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Fish and Chips, Fish
Dietary restrictions
They offered to check to make sure no dairy.

Good food, nice atmosphere plus its a short walk to the cinema
Price per person
$20–40
Food: 4
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Schnitzels, Beer Selection, Pint of Guinness, Steak Sandwich, Chips

Staff are friendly, the decor is typical English and still is as I remembered 20 years ago when it was called "The Elephant and the Wheelbarrow". Had the fish (Haik) for lunch and it was fantastic with Tuesday having a meal offer of 25% off.

My partner and I ordered a meal and when we mentioned we were sharing the meal, we had to pay an extra $5 for the exact same meal we would have received if we weren't sharing. I've never had this before and think it's absolutely ridiculous

We got there 4 minutes before the kitchen closed but they took our order and food came out relatively quickly. I may have been very hungry, but this really was a delicious burgher. No real complaints about service, but I Ididn't need much.

had my 21st here and the staff were nothing but helpful from the beginning, they made planning the event so easy - specifically Kristine and Pam were amazing! Everyone who attended loved the food, venue and atmosphere as well as the bar

A really good olace to try some UK & Irish beers, plus the food is pretty darn good too. I had the schnitzel - 4/5. My mate had the roast of the day - 3.5/5 (some of the beef was tough). Nonetheless, a great place to visit

Great pub, great food, good cold fresh beer and fantastic service, been there many time, highly reccomend.
Price per person
$140–160
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Beer Selection

You cannot go past the Elephant. Best happy hour on Friday's. They have two. The first is the best with more options and the second is your normal specials. Sat they have a happy hour too of base spirits. Nice food and great bands.

Ordered 1 drink then told have to have water! Yeah nah, no thanks! Wasn't a big night out, just a few friendly beers...?! Either very over cautious barstaff or they're too young to know the difference between sober and intoxicated.

Had a craving to have myself an affogato... but NOT JUST an affogato... BUT an affogato drowned in my delicious baileys... and sure enough, they delivered and it hit THE spot!!! Thankyou
Price per person
$1–20

Great food and atmosphere. Best bangers and mash in the city. The renovations are perfect. What was grubby and old now feels modern and clean. Perfectly captures the new British pub feel. Love it. Been in twice already this week.

Good beers at good prices with a good screen and great atmosphere for those big sporting events. A little tight on space for the bigger ones but that's understand. The bar staff are also very friendly, which is a definitely boon!

Booked in early as we were seeing a show @ 07:30PM meals arrived quickly & all 7 were great. Couldn’t believe the great staff making sure we had cutlery & side plates etc without asking. Rebeka rocks she looked after us so well

Food average pub fare, service quick good but there is no atmosphere at all since the refit. It used to be a favourite but won't be back now.
Price per person
$20–40
Food: 3
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 2

Great accommodating bar staff. Went in for a couple of beers. They were more than willing to let us sample their range on tap. Cozy booths. Good all round.
Price per person
$40–60
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

A pub that sells London Pride, yes. Sadly from a keg and not hand pulled from a barrel. But a great reminder of London all the same. When will New Zealand be allowed to import this. Come on fuller and Asahi, let us have it...

Great service, the food was quick despite it being really busy and the place has a good vibe. Even though it’s modern it still has that English pub feel and character.
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Best option for students and extremely easy to work with for hosting events (upstairs makes for a perfect venue)! Would highly recommend as both a venue and a pub (I'm yet to try their food menu but it looks great too).

Excellent service, staff all friendly and acomodating . Coming from Scotland this has a proper British pub feel . Food was excellent and quick delivery . Would highly recommend. I absolutly love Kristine and Patrick.

Great to have The Elephant back in action! Very nice new decor. Quick friendly and professional service. Salt and pepper squid was fried to perfection and the "small" $16 serves were not small at all. Thank you!

Really nice quiet and clean place for an english ale, could not fault the service at all. We were well accomodated at lunchtime on a tuesday. The menu looked quite enticing, would definetly visit again.

Ok. But closed down much earlier than announced. Nothing special. Solid pub with a few beers on tap. Much more worth to go to the gin bar „Owl“ right next door.
Service: 2
Atmosphere: 3

Love the new decor very modern but keeps up with the "old english" pub vibe. Great service and wonderful, plentiful options of tap beer. Had a great time. Definitely on my top 5 Adelaide go to pubs!

We had our friends Batchelor Party upstairs at The Elephant and it was amazing. The food was delicious and the tram were extremely helpful. Big thanks to Tanika for making the planning process easy.

It was my mother's day lunch, first time there and it was a step back in time, beautiful place, food was incredible, reasonable prices too, very, very happy. Definitely should give it a try.

Fantastic venue, great service, good food, very friendly staff, large screen s, enjoyed Melb Cup day.
Price per person
$20–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

So sad how this place has been absolutely gutted of every bit of charm with the renovations. Doesn't deserve to call itself an English pub. Just a generic Cafe now
Atmosphere: 1

The food is delicious, huge serves, but expensive...$21 for a mushroom burger and fries. The crowd there are really rowdy, though i saw some get booted out quietly for being too loud.

Please do not call yourself a British pub Food absolutely disgusting The worst food I have had on my holiday in Australia Lamb roast tasted like it had been kicked around the kitchen

Nice atmosphere for after work drinks. The Ellie burger was really nice. Could be bigger but that's probably my stomach talking because it was so nice. Prices are good. I'll be back.

Expected an old dark cozy british style pub with heaps of storys and character but got an clean white average sportsbar instead... some non australian beers on the tap which was ok

Great pub. Great beer specials and the Gals behind the bar were great and helpful. The guys behind the bar upstairs were too interested in messing around to serve people promptly.

A British themed bar of the kind you will never find in Britain. $5 imperial pints during happy-hours on Friday it is hard to go past, but gets very crowded. Good pub food though.

Venue used to be great, had proper British pub vibes and the layout was awesome. The new venue is the same as every other suburban pub. Food quality has gone down hill as well.

My all time favourite go to pub after uni - dating 2 years back now. Convenient location (straight across uni ), good service, amazing food, lovely outside vibes as well! …

We went in for our first time on the evening of Saint George’s day. Wow what a great atmosphere and did really feel like we were back in England …

The coziness and the happy vibe in this place specially promises to be a part of it. It's very attractive, and rates here are also good, affordable! Nice ambience, keep it up!

Used to be a warm and cozy British style pub but the revamp has stripped its character. Still the best tasting Guinness or Kilkenny.
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 1

Busy location, fantastic food, super friendly staff. Great location for casual catch up as well as business meetings
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4

Very good range of beers on tap and good pub fare. Usually showing sport (mainly soccer, cricket in summer). Range of booths, tables and a couple of chesterfield lounges.

So much fun, great band and lots of songs to dance to with many memories. I can't remember when I had so much fun, and the drinks were pretty good with quick service

Great place to come to on a Friday night!! If you’re looking for a place to dance at with good music, come and see DJ Craig!!
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Great setup. Good atmosphere Great meal
Price per person
$60–80
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Schnitzels

Great pub, service and food was excellent.
Price per person
$20–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Chips

The renovations are gorgeous, such a lovely new setting! The crowd is always friendly and I’m glad to see the elephant open again. It’s good to be back :D

Stylish fit out. Great spot for a bev with good service. High res screens to watch all sports. Good selection of tapped beers. Indoor and outdoor seating.

Great food, great staff.
Price per person
$20–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Pub Classics

Great food and beer the staff were helpful as we weren't from the area and needed directions to get around, the beer was cold and the seafood was fresh.

Great music, fantastic selection of beers. But they banned us from doing the Eagle Rock properly. A disgrace to South Australia's good name. Poor form.

As a Brit, when I walked in I just felt at home. Proper British food menu. I would have prefered a few more British beers on the menu but it's fun.

Just a nice place - log fire big armchairs was just a bit disappointed they don't do food on Tuesday we were looking forward to bangers and mash...

Guinness tasted good. Has the look of a English pub from outside but inside has little of the character you'd expect. Very quiet when I was there.

Great place! Perfect for a few drinks with mates. Quieter area downstairs but also have loud music and dancing up stairs. Nice area. Good service.

Nice wee pub with really good food at reasonable prices.
Price per person
$40–60
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Good food. Reasonable prices. Decent selection of beer. A bit lacking in atmosphere. Too many white tiles. A bit like a kitchen or bathroom.

It's okay :( definitely not medium. Super expensive.
Price per person
$100–120
Food: 1
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4

Beers after work. Happy hour 4-6. What’s not to like.
Price per person
$20–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Get selection of English beers and best of all it real does look like a English pub we got 6o sit in front of a fire on a sofa so homely

Fabulous English pub in the heart of Adelaide town centre. Very friendly and accomodating staff
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5