Taikunthi restaurant, cafe and bar

Pronounced tie-goon-dee

, Taikunthi reflects the spirit of its Kaurna name meaning to ‘join, unite and partner together’.

It is a space where people can connect and enjoy the best of what modern Australian cuisine has to offer. The menu features dishes made from quality local ingredients and a carefully curated beverage offering.

Located in the beautifully restored Union House at the Adelaide University City Campus East.

What’s on at Taikunthi

Festive Trading Hours

Taikunthi is closed from Monday 22 December to Friday 9 January.

We will reopen on Monday 12 January with adjusted trading hours:

Monday - Thursday: 9am - 3pm
Friday: 9am - 7pm

We will resume normal trading times from Tuesday 27 January.

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Friday Knock-offs

Kick off the weekend with us at Taikunthi! Join us every Friday from 4pm to 7pm for knock-offs, featuring live tunes and great vibes.

Takeaway Wines

We offer an extensive range of premium Australian wines from Adelaide University alumni winemakers and beyond, curated by our expert sommeliers. Purchase any bottle takeaway for $20 off the menu price.

Open

2025-26 Festive Trading Hours:
Closed 22 Dec - 9 Jan
Open Monday 12 Jan with adjusted times:
Monday-Thursday: 9am-3pm
Friday: 9am-7pm

Normal trading hours resume from Tuesday 27 Jan:

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 7pm

Available after hours and weekends for functions.

Location

Level 5 Union House
Adelaide University
City Campus East
Victoria Drive Adelaide 5005 SA

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Kaurna Acknowledgement

We acknowledge and pay our respects to the Kaurna people, the traditional custodians whose ancestral lands we come together on to cook, create and dine. We acknowledge the deep feelings of attachment and relationship of the Kaurna people to country and we respect and value their past, present and ongoing connection to the land and cultural beliefs.