We’re over the moon to share that the Monkey Nut Café has taken out Gold at the 2025 South Australian Tourism Awards!
This is the highest level of recognition in our state’s tourism industry, and to be named the best in South Australia is an incredible honour.
“Our team truly do the impossible every day — welcoming huge numbers of visitors and delivering exceptional experiences with heart and humour,” said Jesseca Rosé Kies, Marketing Manager at Kies Family Wines.
“They are the reason we’ve achieved this, and we couldn’t be prouder.”
🌿 A True Barossa Favourite
Nestled in the heart of the Barossa Valley at Kies Family Wines, the Monkey Nut Café has become a must-visit for both locals and travellers — known for hearty meals, genuine hospitality, and views that never get old.
Whether it’s a long lunch among the vines, a quick bite after wine tasting, or one of our signature events, our goal has always been simple: to serve up authentic Barossa warmth in everything we do.
❤️ Thank You
With more than 60,000 visitors welcomed each year across the Kies Family Wines estate, this award is a testament to our incredible team and guests who make it all possible.
From the bottom of our hearts — thank you for helping us share the Taste of Happiness every single day.
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What a delightful read! Its wonderful to hear such glowing praise for a place that clearly serves up more than just wine – Monkey Nut Café must be a veritable smorgasbord of joy! While I havent personally sampled their hearty meals or experienced their authentic Barossa warmth, I can certainly appreciate the effort it takes to welcome over 60,000 visitors with heart and humour every year. Its a testament to the fact that somewhere out there, someone is definitely doing the impossible – perhaps even finding time for a quick bite *after* wine tasting! Cheers to that incredible team and may their Taste of Happiness continue to flow like fine Barossa wine! 🍷❤️