Hello, Stranger

31 Gilbert St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
+61 452 084 588
$$$ Cafe , Asian fusion restaurant , Breakfast restaurant , Brunch restaurant , Coffee shop , Japanese restaurant , Korean restaurant , Restaurant
(255 Reviews)
Price Range $20–40

Hello, Stranger sits just off the city buzz on Gilbert Street, blending the relaxed coffee shop vibe with the elevated flavours of Asian fusion and brunch staples. It’s a spot that appeals to those who appreciate a laid-back morning or midday meal without the usual rush. The interior offers a calm atmosphere, making it easy to settle in for anything from a quick coffee to a lingering catch-up over something more substantial.

For coffee lovers, Hello, Stranger serves up more than your standard flat white. The menu features interesting takes like matcha lattes, black sesame lattes, and refreshing iced drinks such as peach iced tea and sparkling yuja soda. These choices suggest a café comfortable experimenting with Asian-inspired flavours to keep the beverage offering fresh. The house coffee brand, Altura, consistently receives good feedback for quality, showing the baristas' commitment to a solid cup.

The food here straddles the line between café fare and a small restaurant menu, with standout dishes that reflect its Asian fusion influence — think karaage chicken waffles or a signature teriyaki dog next to classic buttermilk pancakes and big breakfast options like ultimate bacon and egg rolls or scrambled eggs with toast. Portions tend to be generous, and sauces and accompaniments are carefully balanced, making each dish feel thoughtful and well put together rather than rushed.

Locals appreciate the friendly, attentive staff who are quick to accommodate, whether you're popping in early for a coffee or lingering longer with friends. Weekends, especially Sunday mornings, can be busy, showing it's a well-liked weekend brunch spot, yet the layout and atmosphere keep the space from feeling overcrowded.

Best times to visit are mornings through early afternoon when the calm of the spot pairs well with the quality food and coffee. It’s well suited to anyone looking to start their day with a calm, satisfying breakfast or brunch — solo diners, friends catching up, or remote workers who enjoy a quiet place to read or work.

Overall, Hello, Stranger fits well in Adelaide's café scene by capturing a modern, casual vibe with a unique Asian-fusion twist. It provides a relaxed alternative for those wanting more than your average brunch spot, without needing to travel far from the city centre.

Highlights
Serves great coffee
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Good for working on laptop
What they serve
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves coffee
Serves healthy options
Sells prepared foods
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Best for
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Tuesday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Wednesday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Thursday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Friday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Saturday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Sunday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

255 Reviews
Valentina Uribe

09 Jan 2026

The food was really nice. I tried the omelette and croissant and even tho I never picture a croissant with a mildly spicy sauce,it was delicious! My friend ordered avo toast and they were generous with the mash avo. They have Altura coffee which is delicious

Trent Ritter

04 Jan 2026

Great café, went for breakfast on a Sunday morning. was very busy. food came out very quick, and tasted amazing, staff were all very friendly and very accommodating and helpful. definitely recommend this place and if I stay in the city again ill definitely be back.

Tim

22 Dec 2025

I came here for breakfast this morning. The menu was excellent with a great variety of food. The staff were friendly and helpful. It was a quiet area to just sit down to enjoy a meal and coffee. I thoroughly recommend eating here as you won't regret it.

Michaela Pascua

16 Dec 2025

Beautiful cafe in the outskirts of the city. Thanks for letting us stay longer for our friends catch up Food was great with many options - a lot of asian inspired dishes too (not on the photos). Coffee was really good and my friends loved the matcha which had the best praise from an asian, "Not very sweet" Would love to come back!

Nicole Yoeh

02 Dec 2025

We had a lovely breakfast here! We ordered the salmon bagel and crab omelette croissant — both were delicious, with well-balanced sauces and super fresh ingredients. The coffee was surprisingly unique and flavorful — definitely worth a mention. And most of all, the service was exceptional. The staff were friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Big shout-out to the amazing team working here — you made our morning! Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for a relaxed brunch with a twist.

Yiting Chiang

20 Nov 2025

Bright & chill. The food is delicious! Recommend to all! Ps. The staff is very kind to help my mom redo the drink when we commented that it was a bit too sweet for her taste. Thank you so much and I’ve bookmarked the store

Carol

06 Nov 2025

Amazing!! This is my fourth time visiting this café. The coffee is always great, and the latte art is super cool every single time! The staff are really friendly, and the food is delicious — especially the king oyster mushrooms, they’re so flavorful! This place has officially become my must-visit spot whenever I come to the city.

David Maddison

12 Sep 2025

I usually swing by this place for my coffee on a Sunday as it’s the first cafe open in the city. Today, I made a booking for brunch and didn’t regret it. The team here are always so friendly and this morning was no exception. We both really enjoyed our meals and highly recommend.

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