Tuckabox Hotel Andamooka

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The Tuckabox Restaurant is located on the main street of Andamooka, only a short distance from Roxby Downs. We cater for all functions e.g Birthdays, weddings, shift shows etc. Or just don't feel like cooking, let us do it for you! The original Tuckabox Restaurant was built in 1960 and sold again in 1962 to an enterprising Greek from Sydney. Steve Smirnios bought the site from a series of photos a

nd travelled over 2,000km from sydney to set up home. In 1987 Steve decided to expand and build a 'new' Tuckabox, from volcanic rock. These incredible rocks weigh between 1-2 tonne each and are found in the desert, many miles from Andamooka. They had to be loaded and unloaded by fork-lift and transported by truck before being assembled, an amazing effort taking about 2 and a half years to complete.

'Tuckabox Steve' and his restaurant have survived and flourished from their humble beginnings and become a significant part of Andamooka's history. In 2004 Steve retired and his son John who worked along side his father since 1985 took over the family restaurant.

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Fossicking can be an exciting way to connect with nature while searching for hidden gems like gold and minerals. But before you grab your shovel and pan, it’s important to know the rules:

Where you can fossick: Designated areas like the Jupiter Creek diggings (no permit required) and specific spots in the Mount Crawford Forest (permit required) are open for fossicking.

Where you can’t fossick: National parks, conservation parks, and reservoir reserves are strictly off-limits. Fossicking in these places disturbs plants, wildlife, waterways, and important cultural and historical sites.

Permission is key: Always check if you need a permit, and if you’re fossicking on private land, you must have the owner’s permission.

Protecting the environment: Disturbed areas must be restored to their original condition – this includes refilling holes and removing any rubbish.

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271 Opal Creek Boulevard
Andamooka, SA
5722

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The Tuckabox Hotel is located on the main street of Andamooka. The original Tuckabox Hotel was built in 1960 and sold again in 1962 to an enterprising Greek from Sydney. Steve Smirnios bought the site from a series of photos and travelled over 2,000km from sydney to set up home. In 1987 Steve decided to expand and build a 'new' Tuckabox, from volcanic rock. These incredible rocks weigh between 1-2 tonne each and are found in the desert, many miles from Andamooka. They had to be loaded and unloaded by fork-lift and transported by truck before being assembled, an amazing effort taking about 2 and a half years to complete. 'Tuckabox Steve' and his restaurant have survived and flourished from their humble beginnings and become a significant part of Andamooka's history. In 2004 Steve retired and his son John who worked along side his father since 1985 took over the family restaurant. Opening Times: Monday to Sunday, Lunch: 12pm to 2pm Evening meals: 6pm to 8:30pm Happy Hour: Monday- Friday 5:30pm to 6:30pm

We cater for all functions! Dine in or Takeaway.

FOR BOOKINGS PLEASE RING (08) 8672 7137