Ernest Delicatessen

Ernest Delicatessen is a contemporary European-style deli at 48/50 Mount Barker Road on Hahndorf's main strip, known for its sandwiches, good coffee and local produce. For dog owners it is a straightforward stop: dogs are welcome at the footpath tables out front.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating at the front of the deli. The tables sit directly on the main-street footpath, so your dog should be comfortable with people passing close by. Water bowls are sometimes out, but bring your own collapsible bowl to be sure. Staff are generally happy to accommodate a well-behaved dog.

Good to know. The draw is the sandwich menu built on quality meats, cheese and fresh produce, strong coffee in a small European setting, and a shelf of Adelaide Hills deli goods to take home. It is a quick-bite spot, busiest at weekends, and typically closed Tuesdays, so check the day before you set out.

Getting there. Street parking along Mount Barker Road fills fast. The larger car park behind the Hahndorf Academy or the spaces on Pine Avenue are a short walk and usually easier.

Nearby with the dogs. The whole main street is an easy on-leash stroll with benches outside most shops, the Academy grounds give you a quieter patch, and the Hahndorf Creek walk nearby makes a scenic add-on.

Quieter mid-week and in the mornings. Good for a quick coffee and sandwich while walking the town.

Sources

• Ernest · ernestdeli.com.au
• Pet Friendly Restaurants in Hahndorf, SA · agfg.com.au

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