First Edition Canberra
First Edition Canberra
Overview
Novotel Canberra welcomes its premier dining venue, First Edition Canberra, complete with a wine lounge featuring an open fireplace, restaurant and bar. Located on the mezzanine level, the 80-seater restaurant greets guests with a light-filled and elegant space, boasting panoramic views over Northbourne Avenue.
First Edition Canberra is dedicated to sourcing the best local produce and paying respect to the individuals that farm it, featuring a diverse seasonal menu showcasing the vast array of fresh produce available within the nation's capital and surrounds.
For the individuals who wants to sit back and relax, the bar serves up a curated menu of spirits and specialty crafted cocktails using the finest seasonal ingredients whilst paying homage to local distilleries and tap houses.
“Great dinner date restaurant.”
The service was incredibly professional and friendly from the moment we arrived. The food was absolutely delicious. This has become our go-to spot in the Civic. The ambiance and lighting created a...
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“No need to 'eat out' if your stay is at the Novotel Canberra!”
I was extremely happy with First Edition Canberra, so much so that I went the next night. I am one who has many allergies and the staff were extremely helpful in guiding me to which dishes could be...
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“Well improved menu and friendly serving staff.”
Even though we booked a booth window table, we were not able to be assigned as such this time around. However, we were offered a window table with view and were satisfying. We were delighted with...
Read the full review on TripAdvisorCuisines
- Australian
- Bar
- Buffet
- Cheese / Charcuterie / Platters
- Classic Australian
- Halal
- Light Meals
- Modern Australian
- Seasonal Local Produce
- Share Plates
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
- Wine Bar
Facilities
- Bar
- Coach Parking
- Entertainment
- Family Friendly
- Suitable for Functions
- Non Smoking
- Private Dining Area
Meal Types
- Breakfast
- Dinner
BYO Licences
- Fully licensed
Restaurant Prices
- Over $30
Wine Prices
- Over $40
- Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
- Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
- 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)
- Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.
- Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.

















