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Plate of fresh food with a Pollen napkin
Light, airy decor with flowers of flowers
Fresh blue and white furniture by a window overlooking the rainforest garden
Light airy decor
Beautiful white jug filled with fresh flowers on a wooden table
Plate of fresh food with a Pollen napkin
Light, airy decor with flowers of flowers
Fresh blue and white furniture by a window overlooking the rainforest garden
Light airy decor
Beautiful white jug filled with fresh flowers on a wooden table

Overview

Savour a dining experience in the beautiful surrounds of the Australian National Botanic Gardens at Pollen.

Pollen features modern, delicious, healthy food in an atmosphere of relaxed elegance, surrounded by the beauty of the world’s most diverse collection of Australian plants.

Options include an all-day breakfast menu, fresh juices, a range of lunch options along with beer, cider and local wines.

Australian National Botanic Gardens, Clunies Ross Street, Acton, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

TripAdvisor ratingBased on 122 reviews

“Service With a Smile”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 3d ago by Neville B

We were disappointed that a couple had occupied our booked table (with our name on it) but apparently refused to vacate it. The owner of Pollen was most apologetic but was not able to find us another...

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“Disappointing”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 4d ago by BellaandBonnie

Was very busy when we arived at 12.15 today. Our friends had booked an outside table . We ordered our meals which we all enjoyed. Just before 1pm we were asked by staff to vacate out table as 'they...

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“Lunch @ Pollen”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 2mos ago by mdh969

Six of us went to the Botanic Gardens in Canberra and we had lunch at the cafe on site called Pollen. The staff were friendly and you had a choice of sitting outside or inside. I had the Nasi...

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Cuisines
  • Bistro/Cafe/Deli
  • Brunch
  • Gluten Free Available
  • Modern Australian
  • Vegetarian
Meal Types
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
Facilities
  • Carpark
  • Coach Parking
  • Suitable for Functions
  • Outdoor Dining Area
  • Takeaway Available
BYO Licences
  • Fully licensed
Restaurant Prices
  • Under $20
  • Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)