Overview
Shobosho is one of Adelaide’s most acclaimed dining destinations — a sophisticated, high-energy restaurant where Japanese techniques meet fire-driven cooking and bold, local ingredients. Located on buzzing Leigh Street, this slick venue brings the talents of the Adelaide-based Solotel team (behind Orana and Africola) into a smoky, flavourful, and endlessly creative kitchen.
At the heart of Shobosho is fire. The robata grill forms the soul of the open kitchen, charring skewers of wagyu, miso-glazed eggplant, and seafood to perfection. The menu is a mix of raw, cured, smoked, pickled, and fermented elements — each dish layered with umami and elegance. Highlights include steamed Kurobuta pork buns, kingfish sashimi with yuzu and wasabi, and the now-iconic Shobosho ramen, made with pork belly and fermented chilli.
The kitchen’s cross-cultural approach doesn’t dilute its Japanese roots — it refines and elevates them with a South Australian edge. The produce is local, the flavour profiles deep, and the presentation always clean and considered. The Feed Me menu is ideal for first-time diners, allowing the kitchen to showcase its range and seasonality.
The space is as cool as the food — moody lighting, timber finishes, exposed brick, and counter seating create a dynamic yet intimate vibe. It’s the kind of place that works just as well for a romantic night out as it does for small groups or food-focused gatherings.
The drinks list features an exceptional range of sake, Japanese whisky, cocktails, and boutique local wines, all chosen to complement the smoky, spicy, and fermented notes of the food.
Shobosho is the kind of restaurant that defines a city’s food scene — refined, original, and absolutely delicious.
Last update April 2024
