Introduction

Country bakeries, relaxed pubs and some of the best picnic spots in South Australia can all be found in the Murraylands. Whether you're looking for a romantic three-course dinner or a casual family meal, the region has something to tempt the most fickle of tastebuds.

If you're on a houseboat, visit one of the region's many butchers and cook up a hearty barbecue. Or take the night off and motor right up to a riverside pub - popular restaurants at Mannum, Murray Bridge and Swan Reach have houseboat mooring spots right out the front!

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Pubs, Cafes, Bakeries

Always a great option in the Murraylands, local hotels offer everything from traditional pub fare to modern Australian cuisine, often featuring local and South Australian produce. Many have riverfront viewing decks, and all offer top-quality meals at reasonable prices.

Murray Bridge features some fantastic cafés, including the very unique Uccello and also Steamers, for something different try the Clock Tower Cafe specialises in meals featuring South Australian produce.

There's nothing like a home-made pie or fresh custard tart from a country bakery or if your up for a uniquely Murraylands experience try the ever popular savoury slice!!! The ideal option for a family lunch, the Murraylands has plenty to choose from - just follow your nose in the towns of Mannum, Murray Bridge, Tailem Bend, Lameroo and Pinnaroo.

Dining Ideas

Bowhill General Store
Captain Proud Riverboat Cruises
Dundee's Diner
Murray Bridge Hotel
Pretoria Hotel
Swan Reach Hotel
Tailem Bend Hotel
Uccello
Walker Flat General/Liquor Store

Picnics

Relaxing on the Riverbank

Most towns have excellent picnic grounds, some overlooking the river.

For supplies, look out for roadside stalls or head for the local supermarket and stock up on breads, cheeses and meats for an impromptu feast.

Try these picturesque picnic spots:

  • Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge - riverfront reserve with playground, BMX track,
    kiosk, barbecues and home to the Bunyip.
  • Mary Ann Reserve, Mannum - riverfront reserve with playground, boat ramp,
    picnic tables and kiosk.
  • Walker Flat - river reserve with barbecues, picnic tables and general store.
  • Wellington - riverfront reserve with barbecues and boat ramp.
  • Younghusband - picturesque riverfront spot.
  • Swan Reach - extensive lawned reserve overlooking the river with picnic tables
    and boat ramps.
  • Bowhill - riverfront reserve with general store. A popular spot for waterskiers.
  • Conservation Parks - Karte Conservation Park and the Ngarkat Group of Conservation Parks both have picnic facilities.

Regional produce outlets

Pick up scrumptious Murraylands regional produce at:

  • IGA, Swanport Road, Murray Bridge
  • Farm Fresh, Adelaide Road, Murray Bridge
  • Unforgettable Houseboats, River Lane, Mannum
  • Uccello, Seventh Street, Murray Bridge
  • Murraylands Market, Mannum
  • Murray Bridge Visitor Information Centre, Murray Bridge
  • Cottage Box Chocolates, Murray Bridge