Martha Hardy's Restaurant
Whether for a special occasion or a relaxed dining experience for house guests only, Martha Hardy’s invites guests to savour the best of local cuisine in a truly unique environment.
Open for Dinner 7 days
Exclusively for House Guests Friday to Sunday
Contact Us: PHONE +61 (0) 8 8130 9222 / Click to EMAIL US
(15% surcharge applicable on public holidays)
Martha Hardy's Restaurant
Arthur Hardy’s wife, Martha, was an avid entertainer. Guests often remarked seeing the huge leg of lamb roasting on the spit in the estate kitchen! Martha Hardy’s is an elegant restaurant nestled within the historic walls of Mount Lofty House. Offering a sophisticated a la carte menu, it showcases the finest local produce from the Adelaide Hills, celebrating the region’s vibrant flavours.
With open fireplaces and a cosy, intimate atmosphere, Martha Hardy’s is perfect for those seeking a luxurious dining experience. The restaurant combines modern culinary excellence with the charm of its heritage setting, providing a memorable, indulgent experience for every guest. Whether for a special occasion or a relaxed evening, Martha Hardy’s invites diners to savour the best of local cuisine in a truly unique environment.
Open 7 days
Monday to Thursday: Open to all guests
Friday to Sunday: Reserved exclusively for our house guests
Celebrations at Martha Hardy's
Intimate Dining experiences & Celebrations
Martha Hardy’s at Mount Lofty House offers an elegant venue for refined dinners and exclusive celebrations, all within the timeless beauty of its historic surroundings.
Nestled in the picturesque Adelaide Hills, it provides a perfect backdrop for unforgettable gatherings, whether it’s an intimate dinner or a grand celebratory event.
The restaurant’s refined interiors, combined with impeccable service, create an atmosphere of sophistication. The menu showcases a culinary journey of expertly crafted dishes, highlighting the finest locally sourced ingredients.
With personalised attention and a luxurious touch, Martha Hardy’s ensures each celebration is a bespoke experience, where ambiance, exquisite cuisine, and joyful moments come together seamlessly.
Mount Lofty Estate Events
Mount lofty Estate presents throughout the year a variety of special events and celebrations for lunch or dinner plus our unique and popular wine makers dinners. Special events feature across our award wining and unique dining venue, Hardy’s Verandah Restaurant.
One of the best wine lists in the country
Arthur’s wine cellar
Hardy’s Verandah Restaurant is renowned for its spectacularly curated wine list. The original stone cellar underneath the restaurant is home to some cult wines from South Australia, the Australian continent, and of course, includes some of the great vintages of the European classics.
Embark on a culinary journey through South Australia and beyond with our head sommelier.
Below is our Autumn wine list. Discover our indicative selection of wines that keeps evolving as per current availabilities.
Hardy’s verandah restaurant
Open seven days
HVR Dinner: Daily at 6pm
High Tea: Daily at 12pm, Weekends 12 & 2pm
Martha Hardy’s: Daily at 6pm
