A fresh addition to Adelaide’s vibrant hospitality scene has emerged in the West End, as Bar Canopy opens its doors on Hindley Street, transforming the former site of Stem Restaurant & Cellar into a stylish and verdant urban escape.
Led by acclaimed sommelier Henry Bampton, Bar Canopy offers a wine program that champions both accessibility and excellence. The list features standout selections from esteemed local producers such as Honey Moon Vineyard and Eperosa, alongside international rarities like the coveted 1971 Conterno Barolo. Bampton’s approach is guided not by convention or prestige, but by a singular guiding principle: taste.
“Does it taste great?” is the question behind every bottle on the list, which starts at $15 per glass and caters to both seasoned connoisseurs and casual drinkers.
The cocktail menu, curated by mixologist Lorenzo Di Pasquo, mirrors this ethos of innovation and elegance. Signature drinks include the Tea on the Beach—a blend of vodka, peach, and Earl Grey—described by the team as a current favourite. Other highlights include the Coco Negroni, aged in whole coconuts for a silky texture, and the Doppio Rosso, a bold reinterpretation of the Garibaldi, featuring blood orange juice and a house-made olive oil and lime leaf syrup.
The food offering complements the beverage program with a compact yet indulgent snack menu. Guests can enjoy items such as kimchi toasties, grilled chorizo gildas, and French caviar served with crisps—delivering both luxury and approachability in every bite.
The venue itself preserves elements of its industrial past, including polished concrete floors and exposed brickwork, now refreshed with lush greenery that evokes the gentle shade of a vineyard canopy. The design strikes a balance between sophistication and warmth, creating an intimate, welcoming space.
Since opening, Bar Canopy has quickly become a favourite among locals, injecting fresh energy into the West End’s nightlife. With its considered wine list, inventive cocktails, and ambient setting, it is poised to become a regular haunt for Adelaide’s after-dark crowd.
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