Penneshaw, a small town on Kangaroo Island in South Australia, boasts a diverse food and drink scene that highlights the region's local produce and natural beauty. Millie Mae's Pantry offers hearty breakfasts and lunches made from locally sourced ingredients, while The Enchanted Fig Tree provides a unique dining experience under the branches of a centuries-old fig tree, featuring progressive long lunches and dinners prepared by renowned chefs like Simon Bryant.
For those interested in locally produced spirits, Kangaroo Island Spirits is the first boutique distillery in South Australia, known for its award-winning gins and other exquisite spirits. Visitors can enjoy tastings in the outdoor gin garden, while Clifford’s Honey Farm and Island Beehive showcase Kangaroo Island's famous Ligurian honey through various products like honey pots, candles, cosmetics, and mead.
The Penneshaw Pub Pty Ltd offers a casual dining experience with a bar scene overlooking Backstairs Passage. Other notable eateries on the island include Cactus in Kingscote for coffee and flavorful food, Emu Bay Lavender Farm for lavender-infused scones, and Vivonne Bay General Store for the iconic KI Whiting Burger.