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 want to sit back and relax, the bar serves up a curated menu of spirits and specifically crafted cocktails using the finest seasonal ingredients whilst paying homage to local distilleries and tap houses.
“Do not recommend this restaurant.”
Reviewed 1w ago by ROD MVery disappointing! Had a 7pm reservation, was shown to table, then nothing. Approached the server at 7.30 to request drinks and place food order then waited. Only the drinks were forthcoming...
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“Best local diner”
Reviewed 2w ago by Darren MThe most amazing food, catering to all tastes with fresh local produce, with incredible value. That's without the equally great drink's menu. A special mention to Nathan who gives great service and...
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“Canberra weekend”
Reviewed 2w ago by Elizabeth478We had dinner here to celebrate our wedding anniversary on sat night Not many restaurants acknowledge anything when you write a special occasion But here we got a special window seat and Jay, food...
Read the full review on TripAdvisorCuisines
- Australian
- Bar
- Buffet
- Cheese / Charcuterie / Platters
- Classic Australian
- Halal
- High Tea or Afternoon Tea
- 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.