Jetty Road, Glenelg, is known for its vibrant mix of beachside charm, bustling cafés, and boutique shopping, but did you know it’s also home to a growing community of businesses committed to sustainability? From reducing food waste to championing second-hand fashion and supporting local producers, these businesses are making it easier than ever to shop with purpose. Whether you're a Glenelg local or just passing through, here's your guide to doing good while enjoying everything Jetty Road has to offer.
Caruso’s Fresh Foods
A true local favourite, Caruso’s Fresh Foods has been serving the Glenelg community since 1985. This family-owned gourmet fruit and vegetable store is renowned not only for its premium local produce but also for its strong commitment to sustainability. Located right in the heart of Jetty Road, Caruso’s offers a vibrant mix of seasonal fruit and vegetables, a continental deli stocked with small goods and cheeses, and an ever-changing range of ready-made meals and fresh salads, all prepared on-site.
What truly sets Caruso’s apart is their dedication to promoting environmentally conscious shopping habits. Recently, they introduced a Fleurieu Milk refill station, allowing customers to bring their own glass bottles and fill up on locally produced milk. This initiative not only supports South Australian dairy farmers but also helps reduce single-use plastic, a small change with a big impact.
As one of the first businesses on Jetty Road to install a milk tap, Caruso’s is leading by example and showing how simple, practical choices can contribute to a more sustainable future.
Worn Again
Worn Again is more than just an op shop, it’s a place where sustainability meets community care. Operated by Citylight Church, this vibrant second-hand store in Bayside Village is dedicated to giving quality pre-loved items a second life, all while giving back to those who need it most. Every item sold, whether it’s clothing, shoes, accessories, books, or homewares, helps fund vital community outreach programs, local initiatives, and support for disadvantaged individuals in the Holdfast Bay area and beyond.
What makes Worn Again truly special is its people-first philosophy. The store is powered by passionate volunteers who give their time to help create a warm and welcoming space for all. Shoppers not only discover one-of-a-kind treasures, but they also play a direct role in supporting programs like Streetlight Mission, assistance for local athletes, and new community initiatives led by Citylight Church.
Choosing to shop at Worn Again means choosing to reduce landfill waste, support ethical fashion, and invest in a more connected, compassionate community.
Salvos Glenelg
A long-standing presence on Jetty Road, Salvos Stores offer much more than just second-hand shopping. Every purchase made supports The Salvation Army’s essential communityservices, ranging from housing support and emergency relief to programs tackling family violence, addiction, and social inequality.
Shopping at Salvos is a simple yet powerful way to embrace sustainable fashion, reduce landfill, and contribute to real change. The store is filled with quality, affordable items , including clothing, books, homewares, and more, all donated by the community and given a second life.
By choosing to shop or donate at Salvos Glenelg, you're helping to create a more sustainable and compassionate future.
RSPCA Glenelg Op Shop
The RSPCA Glenelg Op Shop is a treasure trove for lovers of sustainable fashion and animal welfare alike. Stocked with a mix of pre-loved and new clothing, homewares, books, and more, this store offers a guilt-free way to shop while supporting a great cause.
Every purchase directly helps the RSPCA care for over 8,000 vulnerable animals in South Australia each year, providing shelter, medical treatment, and the chance at a better life. It’s the perfect spot to pick up unique, affordable finds and know that your dollars are making a real impact.
Local Kitchen Co
Tucked along Jetty Road, within Bayside Village, Local Kitchen Co is a vibrant eatery redefining what it means to dine sustainably. With a focus on showcasing the best of South Australian produce, this locally owned café and kitchen champions seasonal, ethicallysourced ingredients in every dish. From premium red meats and free-range chicken to hand-selected local vegetables and artisan products, their menu is as much about supporting local farmers and suppliers as it is about flavour.
Sustainability runs through every layer of their operations. Local Kitchen Co uses eco-friendly and compostable packaging, actively avoids unnecessary waste, and prioritises thoughtful sourcing to reduce food miles and environmental impact. They also partner with
Jeffries Organics ensures all food scraps are collected and composted properly, turning leftovers into rich organic matter rather than landfill.
By supporting Local Kitchen Co, you’re not only treating yourself to a delicious, ever-evolving menu, you’re also backing a business that’s making sustainability part of everyday dining on Jetty Road.
From eco-conscious stores to second-hand style, Jetty Road Glenelg proves that sustainability can be both practical and inspiring. These businesses are leading the way in creating a greener, more community-focused future, one coffee, outfit, or grocery trip at a time. So next time you're strolling Jetty Road, choose local, choose ethical, and be part of the change.
