Places to Visit

The Oyster Farm Shop processes and packages Kangaroo Island shellfish and is the largest commercial oyster farm on KI, located at American River, walking distance from Sunrise on Falie.

Their oyster beds are moored in the pristine clean waters of American River. If you go sailing up toward Ballast Head, you'll pass their team caring for your oysters!

The Shop itself is situated across the road from their working farm, with oysters graded and packed for sale in the sheds on the American River wharf.

Watch their crew bring in boat loads of freshly harvested oysters ready for grading and sale every day! You can also see fresh oysters being shucked in their facility at the rear of the farm shop most mornings when in season.

These shucked oysters are retailed through their farmgate and provided to local caterers and restaurants.

Open 7 Days a Week • 11am to 3pm

The concept of the Oyster Farm Shop's farmgate has grown from simply selling whole shell oysters at the shed door to providing a Harvest of the Day menu based on their farmgate products, as well as other iconic aquaculture and sustainable seafood from the Kangaroo Island region, including:-

• Pacific Oysters 
• KI Native Angasi oysters
• Kangaroo Island Abalone & Abalini
• Wild / Farmed Marron
• King George Whiting
• Southern Calamari ... and more

Located along side the Rebuild Independence Shed on the Wharf at American River, The Deck is a great place to grab a bite to eat (either inside; outside or takeaway) ... and watch the world go by on American River.

A wide range of fresh and tasty food options update regularly on their menu.

The Deck Café serves great coffee, wine, beer, soft drinks and a range of well priced popular dishes, including locally caught King George Whiting; local Salt & Pepper Squid and many other fresh and delicious foods.

The Cafe is usually open from 10am to 3pm, 7 Days a week ... but check out their Facebook Page for up-to-date hours based on the season.

Dine inside or outside ... or grab takeaway to take back to Sunrise on Falie with you.

Smashed Avo on Sourdough ... just one of many popular fresh dishes.

Open for Lunch and Dinner 7 Days, the Penneshaw Pub's cuisine ranges from traditional pub fare, through to special creations that showcase local Kangaroo Island produce.

The Hotel, just up the road from the Sealink Ferry terminal, has commanding and uninterrupted views over Backstairs Passage towards the Australian mainland.

The historic hotel is making the most of its prime position with major internal and external renovations. Glass walls at the front of the outdoor area and large windows opening to the sea air capture the light and view for all diners in all weather with modern alfresco furniture.

From the moment you step through the restaurant doors, you will be greeted with an ambience of relaxed friendliness and true Australiana.

The Pub also has a Bottle Shop to purchase a range of quality Beer, Wine and Spirits if you're looking to bring something back with you to enjoy on your Sunrise on Falie balcony!

The Shed is run by the local American River Sports and Community Club ... a voluntary organisation supported by local American River residents, property owners and regular visitors. In the Aussie tradition The Shed is the social hub of The River.

From 6pm on Tuesday, Friday & Saturday nights you will find a choice meals at very reasonable charges. The food is prepared in the commercial kitchen by local staff and volunteers. Everyone is welcome, but during the holiday season it is recommended that a booking is made.

The Bar @ The Shed opens a bit earlier at 5pm, and attracts many locals and visitors alike, who gather to 'yarn' (talk) about their day's activities, world events and local gossip. Community activities are organised during the year providing fun for everyone including the Australia Day Gala Day, Easter Fishing Competition, ANZAC Dawn Service and Gunfire Breakfast, Melbourne Cup Lunch and New Year's Eve Party.

These events are a great opportunity tovmeet and get friendly with the locals if you are staying in American River.

For general enquires contact theshed.americanriver@gmail.com or phone 8553 7288

For meal bookings phone 8553 7288 or email theshed.reservations@gmail.com

Look for the road into The Shed, off the main road, not far past the American River Wharf.

Local Meals : Tuesday, Friday and Saturday nights from 6pm. Bar open from 5pm.

Open 7 days

Breakfast : 7:30 to 9am
Lunch : Noon to 2pm
Dinner : from 5:30pm

Sitting close to the water's edge, Reflections Restaurant is an award winning restaurant that offers a seasonal menu showcasing some of the region's finest food and wines. We do recommend booking to avoid missing out on a table.

Alongside the restaurant is Kangaroo Island Lodge's brand new Bar & Lounge also open for lunch and dinner! Have a beer at the bar or savour a wine by the fireplace.

Open to all and walk ins welcome, no reservations for the bar or lounge required.

Thursday Night - locals and visitors from far and wide visit KI Tru Thai.

It's located in a very fancy shed - on a farm - with the most AMAZING atmosphere. If ever you wanted to experience some authentic Aussie country hospitality - KI Tru Thai is a must.

There's live music in one corner, tables full of happy people scattered around, fires burning in barrels, and the lovely authentic Thai food cooked by Thai Chefs using local fresh Kangaroo Island produce.

A bar offers a wide range of drinks and a selection of well priced food offers choice for all.

Experience an Authentic Aussie farm atmosphere, great food and live music!

Dine inside the majestic limbs and shimmering leaves of this extraordinary living venue – An enchanting fig tree that is over 120 years old.

Once upon a time, long ago, a small fig tree sapling was planted. Now, 120 years later, its colossal gnarled limbs and its canopy of shimmering leaves have formed natural rooms to dine during the summer months.

Unequaled anywhere else in the world, it is here where the magic begins…

Open: Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday for lunch.

Starlight dining : Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights.

Closed : Sunday and Tuesday.

Open 7 Days
7.30am to 2.30pm

Cactus cafe is fun, energetic and vibrant, located in the heart of Kingscote, serving great artisan coffee, fresh pressed juices and simple tasty food using locally sourced produce, KI beers & wine.

Breakfast and Lunch are a favourite at Cactus KI for locals and visitors alike.

Or ... pre-order one of their delicious takeaway hampers for a picnic in your favourite KI spot, or just take it home to your Deck at Sunrise on Falie to admire your view and relax with a bottle of KI's finest!

Open 5 Days
Tuesday to Saturday
Dine-in, Take away and Delivery (conditions apply)

Bella Cafe & Pizza Bar offers freshly made lunch, dinner, coffee and cake, but specialise in pizza and pasta.

Dine-in, take away and delivery (fee applies & evening only for delivery).

Open 7 Days
7.30am - 4pm

Drop into Millie Mae's Pantry for a beautiful coffee, fresh healthy breakfast, lunch, or a friendly afternoon local wine, gin, beer with a sweet or savoury snack!

Millie Mae's Pantry celebrates the wonderful food and beverages of Kangaroo Island.

Delicious flavours come from using as many local products that they can get their hands on! You can enjoy your food on their deck; their beautiful garden; or take away with you (if you're rushing for the boat!)

They also have a wide range of beautiful locally made gifts, Kangaroo Island products and everyday surprises available in their pantry store, just to name a few : honey, figs, chutneys, olives, oils, lavender products, health food, skin care, pottery, candles and much more! They also sell their own homemade products with ingredients from their garden. 

Close to the Sealink Ferry terminal, Milli Mae's Pantry is a great spot to stop to fill a bit of time or to settle after your ferry ride.

Beyond browsing a wonderful working lavender farm, it's a great place to stop for a drink and a bite to eat.

Open for Breakfast from 9am and Lunch from Noon

The Lavender Farm serves a diverse range of fresh and well priced quality food priced from under $10 - with most other favourites around $20 for a good feed!

Click on the link to the left to see their current menu.