Two of Adelaide’s signature dining destinations have earned international recognition, with Huami and The Kitchen at SkyCity Adelaide both named in the inaugural MICHELIN Guide South Australia 2027.
The recognition brings together two very different restaurants under one roof, from contemporary Chinese cuisine and traditional wood-fired Peking duck to premium steaks and modern Australian dining.
Both venues have received MICHELIN Selected recognition, placing them among the restaurants recommended by the guide’s anonymous inspectors in its first Australian edition.
For Huami, the announcement comes just days before its first anniversary, having opened on October 24, 2025.
Led by Shanghai-born Head Chef Johnny Zhong, the restaurant draws inspiration from Shanghai, Cantonese and Sichuan culinary traditions, combining authentic techniques with fresh South Australian ingredients.
One of its standout features is Adelaide’s only openly displayed commercial wood-fired duck oven, where fruit wood-roasted Peking duck is prepared for diners.
The menu also features live seafood cooked to order, hand-crafted dim sum served during weekend yum cha, and Manuka honey-glazed char siu pork.
A 700-bottle wine wall, alongside premium teas and traditional Chinese baijiu, completes the experience.
Despite being open for less than a year, Huami has already received an Australian Good Food Guide 2026 Reader’s Choice award for Asian Restaurants and secured shortlistings for the 2027 Adelaide Dining Magazine Annual Awards and the 2026 Restaurant & Bar Design Awards.
Just a short distance away within the same precinct, The Kitchen brings a very different dining experience to the MICHELIN Guide.
Originally opening as Sean’s Kitchen in October 2014, the restaurant has been part of Adelaide’s dining scene for 12 years.
Now operating as The Kitchen under Head Chef Rajeet Kumar, the restaurant focuses on contemporary Australian cooking, with South Australian produce at the centre of its menu.
Among its signature dishes is the MB2+ beef tomahawk, carved tableside and designed for sharing.
Other highlights include giant octopus served with bone marrow, pickled olives and spiced yoghurt, as well as Murray cod accompanied by prawn bisque, pear, watercress and marinated tomatoes.
The Kitchen’s previous accolades include Best Contemporary Australian Restaurant – Informal at the 2022 Restaurant & Catering Awards and Best Wine List at the 2024 Adelaide Dining Magazine Awards.
For SkyCity Adelaide Executive Chef Ashley Duff, having both restaurants recognised in the same guide is a significant achievement for the teams behind the venues.
“To be recognised by one of the world’s most respected culinary guides is a wonderful acknowledgement of the passion, dedication, skill and hard work that goes into delivering exceptional dining experiences every day,” Ashley said.
“A huge congratulations to the entire teams at Huami and The Kitchen, two of our signature restaurants at SkyCity Adelaide. This recognition belongs not only to our talented chefs, but also to our front-of-house, stewarding and supporting teams, whose collective commitment makes these venues what they are.”
The MICHELIN Selected distinction recognises restaurants recommended by the guide’s inspectors, who assess venues according to five criteria, including the quality of ingredients, mastery of cooking techniques, harmony of flavours, personality of the cuisine and consistency.
The two restaurant selections add to a period of international recognition for SkyCity Adelaide, with its luxury hotel Eos by SkyCity also included among 17 accommodation providers selected for the 2026 MICHELIN South Australia hotels guide.
Together, the acknowledgements highlight the range of dining and accommodation experiences available within the North Terrace precinct.
WHAT: Huami and The Kitchen
WHERE: SkyCity Adelaide, North Terrace, Adelaide
WEBSITE: https://skycityadelaide.com.au/
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