Artisans of Barossa

First of all, the space was gorgeous: spacious and inviting with a beautiful outdoor area overlooking the vineyards. Service was so attentive (they even got colored pencils and papers for our kids to draw). Food was beautiful: we got the bread, the scallops, grilled cauliflower and the steak, which was so outstanding I still think about it as I'm writing this review (and please go with Medium Rare recommendation, you're not in Barossa Valley for roast beef). Will definitely be back

Visited Essen Restaurant at Artisans of Barossa on a girls weekend away. Cannot fault the experience - from the moment we entered to the moment we were farewelled by the lovely staff. Attentive and enthusiastic staff and service, delicious food, beautiful wine, and gorgeous setting and atmosphere. Will definitely visit again.

Very nice experience at the Artisan of Barossa. We went for dinner and had the chef's menua with the rare wine pairing. The food was excellent and a lot of food for onpy $110 per person ! excellent value for money. The wines were very good and opportunity to try wines from several local wineries. The view was also very nice and excellent service. Same venue as the "artisan of Barossa" pin on Google maps.

A Perfect Culinary Evening at Essen by Artisans! Essen by Artisans of Barossa delivers an extraordinary fine dining experience that combines exceptional food, perfectly paired local wines, and stunning views. From the moment we arrived, we felt warmly welcomed and cared for, with the venue’s accessibility thoughtfully accommodating all needs, including wheelchair access. The 4-course dinner, followed by a delightful dessert, was a true testament to culinary artistry. Each dish was beautifully crafted and paired with wines from local wineries, showcasing the region’s finest. The pairings elevated each course, creating a harmonious balance of flavors that celebrated the Barossa’s rich heritage. We appreciated the seamless pace of the evening, spending a relaxed three hours savoring each course. It never felt rushed or drawn out—just the right rhythm to enjoy the food, wine, and conversation. Dietary requirements were handled effortlessly, with substitutions thoughtfully incorporated without compromising the integrity of the dishes. The atmosphere was further enhanced by the breathtaking view of the sun setting over the vineyard—a serene and picturesque backdrop that added to the overall charm of the evening. Essen is not just a meal; it’s an experience—a celebration of local produce, wine, and hospitality. We left with full hearts and the desire to return. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a fine dining adventure in the heart of the Barossa.

Divine food! Lovely atmosphere! The fish was light, fresh and flavorful. The sides were generous portions and cooked to perfection! Fabulous wine! Everything was top notch! (besides the flat white which was not barista level)

My fiancé and had a three course dinner where we shared each course to each taste all 6 dishes and we were delighted with our experience. The lady who greeted and seated us was very welcoming and friendly (this is not always the case at home in Sydney). The restaurant is beautiful and modern, the outlook is stunning with views over the vineyard, evening sun setting, kookaburras visiting. Our waitress was a bundle of smiles and passion for the Barossa. She was knowledgeable on every meal and the region in general and was super friendly. The meals were nothing short of exceptional. Entrees Pan seared scallop / Barramundi Crudo Both were exceptional, the Scallops were perfectly cooked and the Guanciale and Carrot butter elevated the dish to being amongst the best seared scallops we have ever had. Barramundi Crudo with Watermelon, dragon fruit and mint was fresh and vibrant, the fruit with the cured barramundi was a beautiful pairing. Mains Margra lamb saddle / Roam Sirloin Sirloin was perfectly cooked, the chimichurri and charred onion flavours danced with the meat, couldn't fault it. The lamb saddle was also perfectly cooked and the lentils were stunning. Slightly nutty in texture, we were pretty full by the time we ate these but couldn't stop as they were so delicious. Dessert Vanilla Creme Brulé / Strawberry parfait, tart with fresh strawberries and strawberry jelly The Brulé was exceptional but the star was the strawberry heaven dessert. The little tart was delicious and eaten with the parfait and jelly was a wonderful combination of textures and flavours. This sits amongst the very best meals / dining experiences we have had and is a "must do" when you are in the Barossa. They tell us they only recently opened for dinners here, I think during summer its the best time to visit with the sun setting and enjoying a three course meal.

We’ve had Discover Barossa Tasting & Lunch Experience yesterday - we upgraded our tasting to Finest and we are really happy we’ve made that decision. Our host Hazel was just beautiful to talk to - we’ve had a great time doing wine tasting with her. We really enjoyed having shared lunch too! We can’t wait to be back ☺️

Couldn't fault the place. Really enjoyed my experience here and the staff were friendly. Red-haired lady was OTT, but beats bad service anyway. Enjoyed the sirloin and lovely view! Amazing lawn area for an afternoon drink