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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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Browse places to eat and drink

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Capitol Bar & Grill

TripAdvisor rating565 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Over $30
Smokehouse restaurant, artisan smokehouse, restaurant in the vines winery cafe

Poachers Pantry Smokehouse Restaurant and Vineyard

TripAdvisor rating556 reviews
Yass, NSW
Over $30
Eightysix bar

Eightysix North

TripAdvisor rating545 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Over $30
Busy restaurant interior

CBD Dumpling House

TripAdvisor rating543 reviews
Canberra City, ACT
Under $20
Table of food and wine set out before three guests.

The Sir George

TripAdvisor rating537 reviews
Wagga Wagga & Riverina, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Fresh food with a funky vibe

Mocan & Green Grout

TripAdvisor rating496 reviews
Acton, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Crowd out the front of Agostinis

Agostinis

TripAdvisor rating445 reviews
Kingston, ACT
Not specified
Maple + Clove

Maple and Clove

TripAdvisor rating442 reviews
Barton, ACT
Under $20
Otis Interior

OTIS Dining Hall

TripAdvisor rating441 reviews
Kingston, ACT
Over $30
Rustic cafe interior

Penny University

TripAdvisor rating436 reviews
Kingston, ACT
Under $20
Plate of spaghetti on restaurant table

Molto Italian

TripAdvisor rating432 reviews
Kingston, ACT
Not specified
Father and son enjoying their meal

Brodburger at the Glassworks, Kingston

TripAdvisor rating424 reviews
Kingston, ACT
Under $20
Dining Room

Grazing

TripAdvisor rating417 reviews
Yass, NSW
Over $30
Romantic evening lighting over diners

Rubicon

TripAdvisor rating369 reviews
Griffith, ACT
Over $30
Two styles of FreakShake ™

Pâtissez Manuka

TripAdvisor rating334 reviews
Griffith, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Figs

Mezzalira

TripAdvisor rating328 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Between $20 and $30
In Autumn

The Boat House

TripAdvisor rating316 reviews
Barton, ACT
Not specified
The Promenade Cafe

The Promenade Café

TripAdvisor rating308 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Over $30
Black Rice Pudding w/ coconut cream, poached apple, lychee sorbet & butterscotch

Lazy Su

TripAdvisor rating302 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Couple eating lunch

Lonsdale Street Roasters

TripAdvisor rating301 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Under $20
Quirky hanging objects from wooden beams and exposed brick walls

Local Press Cafe

TripAdvisor rating301 reviews
Kingston, ACT
Under $20
Parlour Canberra

Parlour

TripAdvisor rating300 reviews
Canberra City, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Yass Restaurant

Ewe'n Me Restaurant

TripAdvisor rating295 reviews
Yass, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Japanese decor

Iori Japanese Restaurant

TripAdvisor rating287 reviews
Canberra City, ACT
Over $30
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