Upon arrival to Oasis Gardens Restaurant & Function Centre you will be astounded how this oasis of beauty is nestled amongst the stark contrast of the Angas Plains farming land.

This family owned and operated restaurant and function centre is located at the heart of the Langhorne Creek Wine Region and provides a unique and memorable setting for your next meal or special occasion. Surrounded by lush, fertile tropical gardens which were specifically designed to offer a place of refuge away from the busy pressures of life, and provide the perfect backdrop to any event.

The woman at the helm of this oasis is Chris Steinert. We get to share a few of her secrets and learn a little more about what led her and husband Michael to Belvidere.

Christine's parents immigrated from Scotland in the 1950s and she grew up on a Dairy farm at Angas Plains, which is only a few Kms from where her and her husband, Michael have been living for the last 36 years. A small township call Belvidere, situated between Strathalbyn and Langhorne Creek. So she is definitely a local! 

A bit about you and any link(s) to the Fleurieu and/or Kangaroo Island.

As a family we regularly holiday on the Fleurieu. We’ve been to KI and look forward to returning one day soon. 

We know you as the owner of the Oasis Restaurant & Function centre in Langhorne Creek, can you please tell us a little more about Chris and what inspired you to run a restaurant in Langhorne Creek?

Food has always been a big part of our life. We started Steinert’s Bakery in Strathalbyn once Michael had completed his Baker/pastry cook apprenticeship in the 1970s! We’ve been involved in catering businesses and starting a Restaurant with our Daughter, Tara as Head Chef, seemed the natural progression in our love of food journey. Not to overlook the beautiful garden we have developed. A tropical garden that is flourishing in SA. A beautiful rustic restaurant situated with in a very unique setting. 

Tells us a little about your business life before Oasis.

We have spent most of our married life running our own businesses. From making and selling children’s clothing to a  bread delivery business in Adelaide.

On a more personal note, tell us a little about Chris and what she loves to do in her spare time.

I love being with my family and friends, especially our adult children and our Grandchildren. Gardening is my passion, always has been and will be. 

What is something that most locals wouldn’t know about you?

I am a trained Nurse and an Assessor and Trainer in Individual Care support. 

I know you are very passionate about Langhorne Creek / Strathalbyn.  Please share more detail…

Growing up in this region and knowing many of the local families and business owners is a pleasure. Going to school, playing sport and working in this area for so many years means “ it’s home” to me. 

Have you always lived and worked here? What is it that has made you proud to call Belvidere home?

I spent 6 months working and living in Mannum as a Nurse before Michael and I were married and returned to Strathalbyn to commence our Bakery business.

Living amongst a great community of people make me proud to live in this area. 

Anything else you would like to share?

We advertise as much as we can afford and love being on the Fleurieu App to help promote our business. Definitely helping us to gain more customers. 

We love running our Restaurant and meeting our customers. It’s long hours, but we are very happy with how our business is growing. It’s wonderful to be working with such great staff and that we can support so many other local businesses when buying our wines, beers, meat, vegetables etc. 

To find out more about Oasis Gardens Restaurant and Function Centre and to book your next meal out or function head HERE