Looking for a healthy bite by the sea? Jetty Road has you covered. From antioxidant-rich açaí bowls and protein-packed poké bowls to locally sourced produce, pantry staples and chef-cooked ready meals, Jetty Road makes eating healthy simple and tasty. Here are our go-to healthy hotspots to check out the next time you’re by the bay.
Bomdia Bowls Açai Bar
Refreshing, colourful and easy to love. Bomdia’s bowls are a post-run classic for good reason.Antioxidant-rich bases topped with fruit, granola and your choice of crunch, these naturally low sugar bowls give you the best kind of energy boost without the sugar crash. Choose from their signature blends or build your own; add peanut butter for staying power, or keep it light with berries and chia. With smoothies, avo toast and rotating soups on the menu, there’s something for every craving. It’s the kind of place you swing by in activewear, cool down on the go, then wander the jetty with an extra pep in your step.
Pokenom
Bright, fresh, built your way. Start with greens or brown rice, add your go-to protein (think salmon, tuna, tofu or chicken), then pile on edamame, seaweed salad, avocado and a zippy dressing. It’s balanced eating without overthinking. Packed with protein, good fats, fibre and colour in one bowl. Service is quick, the flavours are clean, and everything travels well if you’d rather picnic on the foreshore. It’s the perfect lunch that won’t leave you feeling lethargic so you’re ready to jump back into exploring the bay.
Caruso’s Fresh Foods
Healthy cooking starts with fresh, local produce and Caruso’s makes it easy. This family-owned icon in the heart of Jetty Road is your one-stop shop for flavour that lasts. Think locally sourced fresh fruit and veg, a continental deli with smallgoods, cold meats and cheeses, plus ready-to-go meals, salads made on site, and chef approved pantry staples. Good food starts with good ingredients. When your apples are crisp and your tomatoes taste like Italian summers, you’re far more likely to reach for a healthy snack from home or impress your most discerning dinner party guests. So if you want to turn “what’s for dinner?” into something you’ll look forward to, start at Caruso’s. Swing by after a beach walk, fill your basket with the good stuff, and set yourself up fora week of wholesome, feel-good meals.
Local Kitchen Co
We get it, eating healthy can be hard to squeeze in a fast-paced world. That’s where Local Kitchen Co comes in, with a mission to spend less time worrying about what’s for dinner and more time enjoying it. Proudly South Australian, they cook home-style meals with as much local, seasonal produce as they can source. Think free-range chicken, premium red meat and the freshest veg, all cooked with care. The menu changes each week, blending beloved classics with new creations, so there’s always something fresh to look forward to. Heat, serve, and set yourself up for an evening of binging your favourite show without the dishes lurking in the corner. They also provide meals for NDIS and HCP participants, making good food more accessible when it matters most.
Oakberry Açai (Glenelg)
In, out, back to the beach. Oakberry is quick fuel you actually feel good about. Whether you’re after a big bowl to fill you up or a little sweet treat to help you skip the afternoon slump, you can tailor your bowl to suit your cravings. Load up from over 30 toppings, including fresh fruit, coconut, cacao nibs, and chia, to name a few. Go light and fruity after a run, or load it up for longer-lasting energy. Oakberry Açai makes eating well the easy option because everything is100% natural, vegan-friendly and gluten-free friendly. No guesswork, no crash - just a clean,custom bowl that tastes great.
The Source Bulk Foods (Glenelg)
Refill, restock, and feel good. The Source is where healthy eating meets low-waste living, so you’ll feel good about your choices inside and out. Choose from 400+ bulk bins of quality ingredients such as oats, grains, nuts, seeds, legumes and an affordable range of vegan, paleo, organic and gluten-friendly options. Their offerings go beyond the pantry, with natural cleaning and personal care products to make your whole home healthier. By being able to buy the exact quantities you need, you can finally say goodbye to messy cupboards filled with half empty packages. It’s good for your body, your budget and the planet plus makes shopping something you’ll look forward to.
Glenelg Health & Wholefoods
Spirulina? Maca? The mystery powder from that viral smoothie? Whether you’re curious about green powders, protein, or a new daily ritual, start here. Glenelg Health & Wholefoods has one of the biggest ranges of natural, organic and whole-food staples on Jetty Road, plus all the unique superfoods your nutrition-obsessed aunty swears by. Open since 1998 and now locally owned by Jemma (of The Ivy Room), the store keeps its family feel with an in-store naturopath, experienced staff and a community focus. You’ll find vitamins and supplements, herbs, aromatherapy, natural skincare, vegan/gluten-free/keto options, and a juice bar with prepared bites for the road. It’s the place to stock your pantry with purpose and leave with all yourfavourite health foods plus some new goodies to try.
Plan your visit
Jetty Road, Glenelg is open and welcoming while precinct upgrades are underway. For the latest road and tram updates, check the City of Holdfast Bay website. Allow a little extra time and follow on-street signage.
Parking made easy with over 3,000+ spaces, including:
- • Event Cinemas Car Park
2/4 Cowper Street, Glenelg
0–2 hours free (4 hours free for cinema patrons)
- •Partridge Street Car Park
6 Partridge Street, Glenelg
- • Elizabeth Street Car Park
Corner of Elizabeth Street and Moseley Street, Glenelg
Street parking and tram services are currently impacted, but these nearby car parks make it simple to drive in and make a day of it.
