Opening hours
| Monday | 7 am – 5 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am – 5 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am – 5 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am – 5 pm |
| Friday | 7 am – 6 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Times shown in local time (Adelaide). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address12 Franklin Street, Chinatown SA
- Websitepubliccbd.com.au
- CuisinePubs & Bistros
12 Franklin Street, Chinatown SA
Popular times
Estimated from typical visit patterns for pubs & bistros venues and this venue's opening hours — not live data.
At a glance
- TypeCafé
- CuisinePubs & Bistros
- AreaChinatown, Adelaide
- StateSouth Australia
- HoursOpen 5 days a week (closed Saturdays & Sundays), from early morning
About Public
Public brings Pubs & Bistros food to Chinatown in South Australia. You'll find it at 12 Franklin Street, Chinatown SA.
The Aussie pub bistro is an institution — hearty counter meals, chicken parmis, steak nights and roasts, served alongside a cold beer and the footy on the big screen.
Public is open 5 days a week (closed Saturdays & Sundays), from early morning; the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in Chinatown? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Fry Club and Luigi Delicatessen.
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
What to order
Signature pubs & bistros dishes to look out for.
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Closest restaurants to Public
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Fry Club 🥢 Asian Fusion & Filipino · 65/36 Franklin Street, Adelaide70 mNW · 1 min walk -
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Luigi Delicatessen 🍽️ International · 43 Franklin Street, Adelaide90 mSW · 1 min walk -
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Roma 🍽️ International · 11 Waymouth Street, Adelaide100 mNE · 1 min walk -
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Pitt Street Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 16 Pitt Street, Adelaide130 mSW · 2 min walk -
5
Sit Lo 🍲 Vietnamese · Waymouth Street, Adelaide130 mN · 2 min walk
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6
Hello Sarnie ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 11 Waymouth Street, Adelaide140 mN · 2 min walk -
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Tutto Cucina + Bar 🍝 Italian · 55 Waymouth Street, Adelaide140 mNW · 2 min walk -
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Melt 🍽️ International · Chinatown150 mN · 2 min walk
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9
Press 🍽️ International · Chinatown150 mN · 2 min walk
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10
Chunky Obba 🍽️ International · 36 Waymouth Street, Chinatown150 mN · 2 min walk
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Eating out in Chinatown
Chinatown is home to 308 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Adelaide area with 1,980 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, international restaurants, pubs & bistros. Within 25 km of Public there are 2,203 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Adelaide (190 m), Wayville (2.1 km), Kent Town (2.1 km), North Adelaide (2.1 km).
Cuisine mix in Chinatown
Frequently asked questions
Where is Public located?
Public is located at 12 Franklin Street, Chinatown SA. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of Public?
Public is open 5 days a week (closed Saturdays & Sundays), from early morning. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Adelaide time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does Public serve?
Public serves Pubs & Bistros cuisine. Browse our pubs & bistros menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact Public?
You can reach Public or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to Public?
The closest venue is Fry Club, about 70 m to the north-west (1 min walk). Other close options include Luigi Delicatessen (90 m), Roma (100 m), Pitt Street Cafe (130 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near Public?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include El Mexicano Kitchen and Bar (Mexican & Latin American, 440 m), Wasai Japanese Kitchen (Japanese, 480 m), Park Lok Chinese Restaurant (Chinese, 2.2 km).
Where else can I find pubs & bistros food near Chinatown?
Other pubs & bistros venues close by include The Hotel Metropolitan (180 m), Union Hotel (190 m), Ambassadors Hotel (210 m).
How many restaurants are there in Chinatown?
Our guide lists 308 places to eat in Chinatown, most commonly cafés & brunch (79), international restaurants (47), pubs & bistros (30). Within 25 km there are 2,203 venues in total.