Captain John's Riverhouse
- Goolwa guidebook
Eating out - our recommendations
motherduck
13 Cadell StGreat coffee, food and vibe. Generous in size and spirit
Overlooking the Murray River and Hindmarsh Island, a pretty spot for coffee, wine or brekkie.
36 locals recommend
Hector's on the Wharf
1 Cutting RdOverlooking the Murray River and Hindmarsh Island, a pretty spot for coffee, wine or brekkie.
Sitting right on the water, Aquacaf offer unique food, wine and their infamous fish pasty.
15 locals recommend
Aquacaf Gourmet Cafe
94 Barrage RdSitting right on the water, Aquacaf offer unique food, wine and their infamous fish pasty.
Huge menu, generous meals and great value. Best part though is the salad and veg bar. Who doesn't love a side plate full of such goodness.
19 locals recommend
Corio Hotel
1 Railway TerraceHuge menu, generous meals and great value. Best part though is the salad and veg bar. Who doesn't love a side plate full of such goodness.
Sightseeing
Should you want to explore the area a little further, here are a few suggestions...
Well worth a browse on a lazy Sunday morning. Food, bric-a-brac, treasures to be found, books and local producers.
38 locals recommend
Goolwa Wharf Markets every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month.
Well worth a browse on a lazy Sunday morning. Food, bric-a-brac, treasures to be found, books and local producers.
Where the river meets the sea. Feel the wind in your hair and taste the salt spray as you watch the wonderful bird life and fishermen bringing in their catch.
12 locals recommend
Murray Mouth Lookout
Where the river meets the sea. Feel the wind in your hair and taste the salt spray as you watch the wonderful bird life and fishermen bringing in their catch.
Head deep into the Coorong to see what the fuss is all about and why Storm Boy didn't want to leave...
20 locals recommend
Spirit Australia Cruises & Spirit of the Coorong
Main WharfHead deep into the Coorong to see what the fuss is all about and why Storm Boy didn't want to leave...
Treat the kids (ok yourself then) to the most scenic steam train ride you'll find - at least in SA. Affectionately known as the Cockle train) the route hugs the coastline into Victor Harbor and return, each Wednesday and Sunday or everyday during School holidays.
60 locals recommend
The Cockle Train
5 Railway TerraceTreat the kids (ok yourself then) to the most scenic steam train ride you'll find - at least in SA. Affectionately known as the Cockle train) the route hugs the coastline into Victor Harbor and return, each Wednesday and Sunday or everyday during School holidays.
Food & Wine scene
Sample boutique wine, beers whiskeys and ciders overlooking the Goolwa Wharf. What holidays are for right?
22 locals recommend
Wharf Barrel Shed
7 Laurie LaneSample boutique wine, beers whiskeys and ciders overlooking the Goolwa Wharf. What holidays are for right?
Grab a cheese platter, watch the cheesemakers do their thing, pat a cow or grab the freshest milkshake you'll ever have.
9 locals recommend
Alexandrina Cheese Company
Sneyd RoadGrab a cheese platter, watch the cheesemakers do their thing, pat a cow or grab the freshest milkshake you'll ever have.
One of the largest local wine producers, with fab cellar door and restaurant.
15 locals recommend
One Paddock Currency Creek Winery
291 Winery RdOne of the largest local wine producers, with fab cellar door and restaurant.
Awarded a James Halliday commendation, this family run winery with simple cellar door offer a distinguished range of labels and premium brands.
10 locals recommend
Shaw Family Vintners
369 Myrtlegrove RdAwarded a James Halliday commendation, this family run winery with simple cellar door offer a distinguished range of labels and premium brands.
Takeaway's and Easy Eats
Now known as Redwood WoodOven Pizzas! No info needed, just do yourself a favour for 1 night?
6 locals recommend
Redwood Wood Fired Pizzas & More
1 Cadell StNow known as Redwood WoodOven Pizzas! No info needed, just do yourself a favour for 1 night?
This bakery is tucked off Cadell St (look for Dawson St). Just order the meat, cheese and veg pastie. You can thank us later...
13 locals recommend
Goolwa Bakery
8 Dawson StThis bakery is tucked off Cadell St (look for Dawson St). Just order the meat, cheese and veg pastie. You can thank us later...
Located on Cadell Street, Goolwa, this place is simple and unassuming yet totally delicious food. And that's what counts right.
11 locals recommend
Mr India
12 The StrandLocated on Cadell Street, Goolwa, this place is simple and unassuming yet totally delicious food. And that's what counts right.
Who doesn't love salt on their lips and grease on their fingers? Or is it just us :)
7 locals recommend
Cadell Street Fish & Chips
22 Cadell StWho doesn't love salt on their lips and grease on their fingers? Or is it just us :)