We acknowledge the Peramangk people as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate in the Adelaide Hills of South Australia. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and honour their deep connection to Country — including the native ingredients, knowledge and traditions that continue to inform how we create and share food today.

Chef Patron Justin James unveils three unique venues—a profound celebration of Australia in taste and design. Housed in a historic 1868 church in Stirling, South Australia, its spirit is intrinsically linked to the Adelaide Hills and the broader Australian environment, weaving the country's essence into every facet of the experience.

Restaurant Aptos, Bar Cruz, and Bar Mary passionately champion native produce, showcasing the country’s unparalleled natural beauty through ingredients found exclusively in Australia. Alongside Australian artists, boutique beverages, and groundbreaking concepts, these three spaces forge new frontiers for culinary exploration.

Here, the journey is far from traditional; Justin James actively dismantles standard dining assumptions and conventions. This vision is complemented by a beverage list that proudly balances the Adelaide Hills, South Australia, and international excellence. While this multi-stage journey through interconnected spaces will unfold over time, Restaurant Aptos is now open, setting a new benchmark for aspirational dining. Bar Cruz and Bar Mary will follow in the coming months.

Guests are invited to discover each venue individually or embark on a collective adventure, crafting their own iconic Australian experience.

Aptos is a restaurant ever curious to learn and grow, to be the best that we can be. Our origin is rooted in an exploration of the natural Australian world, beginning with a simple desire to rediscover wild local ingredients and follow the rhythm of the seasons. We work relentlessly to preserve the integrity of our ingredients while presenting them in their most delicious forms, simultaneously pushing the boundaries of how we serve, interpret, and experience food. A pursuit of knowledge, devout creativity, relentless teamwork, and the joy of surprising our guests are essential to who we are.

When you enter Aptos, prepare for a dining experience that is truly one of a kind.