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Patrons dining in an outdoor bar by the lake

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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Ricardo's Cafe & Patisserie

Macquarie, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Emma Shaw of Pique Nique serves a local Canberra wine

Pique Nique: wine appreciation classes and events

Parkes, ACT
Not specified
134 Espresso Bar

134 Espresso Bar

Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
Couple couple being served cake over the counter

Via Dolce Pasticceria

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Modern interior of a restaurant.

Botswana Butchery

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Front of cafe with doors open and people waiting to order

Brew & Brew Café

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Flavours

Anita Gelato Canberra

Canberra, ACT
Under $20
Ravi's

Ravi's Curry in a Hurry

Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Biggies BBQ

Biggie's BBQ

Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
Al's Deli and Diner Menu

Al's Deli and Diner

Canberra, ACT
Under $20
Kingsdale2

Kingsdale Wines

Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Photo of Lark Hill Sangiovese Red wine with Lunch on the Deck at Lark Hill

Lark Hill Winery

Queanbeyan, NSW
Over $30
The Loose Goat Bistro

The Loose Goat Bistro

Yass, NSW
Not specified
The Basement - Pool Tables

The Baso Canberra

Belconnen, ACT
Not specified
Oriental Hotel Tumut

Oriental Hotel Tumut

Tumut, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Kaffeine 2582

Kaffeine 2582

Yass, NSW
Under $20
Sausage Rolls

Braidwood Farm Stay & Cafe

Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
People sitting along outdoor tables in the evening time, underneath fairy lights

Gang Gang Cafe

Downer, ACT
Not specified
Smoked salmon or Moo (Roasted Beef) Bagel

Fav Cup Cafe

City, ACT
Under $20
Photo of bank on stage and crowd in foreground

Fun Time Pony

Canberra, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Bartender pouring a cocktail

Bar Beirut

Canberra, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Vanilla Catering at Altenburg

Vanilla at Altenburg

Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
An outdoor cafe  catering to visitors to Stromlo Park.

Handlebar

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Empty outdoor tables with blue and black seating

Brew & Brew Café and Bar

Forrest, ACT
Not specified
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    Each meal will be more delicious than the last with this guide to everything from the best brunch spots and hatted restaurants through to popular pub grub and vegetarian eats. 

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