The Flinders Ranges region in South Australia boasts a diverse range of dining experiences, offering unique local cuisine, iconic pub food, and local wines. Notable dining spots in the area include Prairie Hotel in Parachilna, known for its emu egg omelette, kangaroo tail soup, and camel sirloin; Australian Arid Lands Botanic Garden - Bluebush Cafe; Dunes Cafe; Sporties Tavern; The Woolshed; Emily's Bistro; Outback Bar and Grill in Coober Pedy near the Kanku-Breakaways Conservation Park; Farina Bakery; Big Winch 360 Cafe Bar in Coober Pedy with expansive views of the Breakaways and the town; North Star Hotel in Melrose nestled against the backdrop of Mount Remarkable in the Southern Flinders; Rawnsley Park Station in Hawker offering high-quality modern Australian dining; and John's Pizza Bar & Restaurant, a family-owned and operated business.
The Southern Flinders is also home to a growing wine region, producing varieties such as riesling, cabernet sauvignon, merlot, and shiraz. With over 20 growers and notable wineries and cellar doors in the area, including Bundaleer Wines, Bartagunyah Estate, and Remarkable View Wines, visitors can enjoy native food and boutique wine in the Flinders Ranges, highlighting the best of South Australian produce.