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WINE AND DINE IN THE CAPITAL

Canberra is paradise for foodies with a truly eclectic mix of dining styles, cuisines and experiences. With award-winning restaurants, vineyards and baristas, plus legendary dishes, people have been known to come to Canberra just for the delicious fare on offer.

Whether you’re after family-friendly restaurants, sweet delights, cosy local cafes, exceptional coffee or fine dining, it’s all here. The best part? Trying the superb local produce served by passionate people – be sure to taste our truffles, cool-climate wines, handcrafted beers, and smoked meats.

Discover the best new eateries and bars with our guide to Canberra's foodie scene, sip the best coffees in Canberra, feast at hatted and award winning restaurants, enjoy lunch al fresco, or listen to a gig at the capital's popular live music bars

Feast your way around the captial on a tour with the experts. Hop from one eatery to the next in Braddon with Eat Canberra Tours, explore the wine region on a private luxury tour with Van Du Vin, and discover local gin and beer makers with Dave's Tours

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A buzzing restaurant behind frosted glass, subtly hiding what is inside.

Minima Restaurant

TripAdvisor rating9 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Over $30
Cafe stools and tables sit outside the entrance to the Collector Wines cellar door.

Collector Wines

TripAdvisor rating8 reviews
Upper Lachlan Shire, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Group of people sitting watching sunset from upstairs bar

The Inn

TripAdvisor rating1 reviews
Ainslie, ACT
Over $30
Prawn dish

AKIBA

TripAdvisor rating1772 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Under $20
Courgette interior

Courgette

TripAdvisor rating1198 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Over $30
Steak on grill

Marble & Grain

TripAdvisor rating1059 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Over $30
Pomegranate main

Pomegranate Restaurant

TripAdvisor rating800 reviews
Kingston, ACT
Over $30
Lanterne Rooms interior

Lanterne Rooms

TripAdvisor rating752 reviews
Campbell, ACT
Over $30
Jars of homemade relishes with fresh tomatoes and basil

Long Track Pantry

TripAdvisor rating740 reviews
Wagga Wagga & Riverina, NSW
Under $20
BentSpoke food and drink

BentSpoke Brewing Co.

TripAdvisor rating700 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Chairman & Yip dining room

Chairman & Yip

TripAdvisor rating675 reviews
Barton, ACT
Over $30
Water's Edge canberra

Dining Domes on Lake Burley Griffin

TripAdvisor rating668 reviews
Parkes, ACT
Not specified
A photo of food offered at Capitol Bar & Grill

Capitol Bar & Grill

TripAdvisor rating633 reviews
Canberra City, ACT
Over $30
Sashimi

Raku

TripAdvisor rating630 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Fresh food with a funky vibe

Mocan and Green Grout

TripAdvisor rating500 reviews
Acton, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Crowd out the front of Agostinis

Agostinis

TripAdvisor rating465 reviews
Kingston, ACT
Not specified
Maple + Clove

Maple and Clove

TripAdvisor rating449 reviews
Barton, ACT
Under $20
Otis Interior

OTIS Dining Hall

TripAdvisor rating446 reviews
Kingston, ACT
Over $30
Dining Room

Grazing

TripAdvisor rating422 reviews
Yass, NSW
Over $30
Romantic evening lighting over diners

Rubicon

TripAdvisor rating370 reviews
Griffith, ACT
Over $30
Figs

Mezzalira

TripAdvisor rating331 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Black Rice Pudding w/ coconut cream, poached apple, lychee sorbet & butterscotch

Lazy Su

TripAdvisor rating310 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Yass Restaurant

Ewe'n Me Restaurant

TripAdvisor rating301 reviews
Yass, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Quirky hanging objects from wooden beams and exposed brick walls

Local Press Cafe

TripAdvisor rating300 reviews
Kingston, ACT
Under $20
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