Feast your way around Canberra
Whether you’re after family-friendly restaurants, sweet delights, cosy local cafes, exceptional coffee or fine dining, it’s all here. Take your time to explore Canberra’s eclectic mix of dining styles and cuisines as you indulge in unique foodie experiences that will truly get tastebuds tingling.
Warm up like a local. Canberra hosts an abundance of cafés which serve a mixture of delicious drinks, food and sweet treats, all while being amongst an ambient atmosphere. Here are the best options extending across Canberra’s North, South and City Centre.
VisitCanberra gives a look inside the sensory experience, which visitors can experience with just a short drive from Parliament House, the seat of Australia's national government in heart of the Australian Capital Territory.
Spanning 12 kilometres and running from early morning until late, Canberra’s light rail is your ticket to a seamless, car-free food crawl. Think of it as a curated tasting trail, connecting neighbourhood cafés, markets, boutiques and some of the city’s best dining.
Whether you are a long‑time matcha lover or matcha‑curious and looking for your next caffeine alternative, Canberra’s matcha scene is thriving. From traditional hand‑whisked brews to creative modern twists, these five spots offer some of the best green sips in the capital.
Fred and Zoe are part of the McGrath Weber family effort behind Majura Valley Farm, one of the oldest operational farms in the Canberra Region, and home of the Sunflower Maze that dazzles locals and visitors alike each autumn.
In a city that is passionate about its coffee (shoutout to ONA and Redbrick), it’s no surprise that Canberra is also home to some of the most delicious and unique baked goods in the country. And the cherry on top? You won’t have to face crazy hour-long queues to bite into Canberra’s best.
