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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

Barista wearing black pouring milk into a coffee cup

Espresso Room - Gungahlin

Gungahlin, ACT
Not specified
Lime Leaves

Lime Leaves Thai Restaurant

Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
Empty outdoor tables with blue and black seating

Brew & Brew Café and Bar

Forrest, ACT
Not specified
Kodiak Bar

Kodiak Bar

Kingston, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Miso Eggplant, Kingfish Sashimi, Cauliflower Tacos, Duck Tacos,  Fried King Brown Mushrooms

Luna Bar

Canberra, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Bungendore Lolly Shop

Bungendore Lolly Shop

Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
Cafe front showing signage of Canberra Cafe

Canberra Cafe

Greenway, ACT
Not specified
A range of dishes at Chop Chop

Chop Chop

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Store layout of Paranormal Wines - stools, tables and variety of wines

Paranormal Wines

Campbell, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Entrance

Jam Factory Tasting Room

Wagga Wagga & Riverina, NSW
Not specified
pastries and coffee at L'épi Artisan Bakery Canberra

L'épi Artisan Bakery | Yarralumla

Yarralumla, ACT
Not specified
Custom made

Goulburn Donut Shop

Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Close up

Joshua's Fault Wine

Yass, NSW
Not specified
TCC

The Coffee Club Goulburn

Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
food and coffee at Good Neighbour Cafe

Good Neighbour Cafe

Kingston, ACT
Not specified
Binalong

Binalong Pub Bistro

Yass, NSW
Not specified
Flavours

Anita Gelato Canberra

Canberra, ACT
Under $20
Clubhouse

The Clubhouse Hotel

Yass, NSW
Not specified
lINE OF PEOPLE WAITING TO COLLECT AND ORDER COFFEE

Espresso Room - New Acton

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Coffee being brewed into a pale blue coffee cup

Brew & Brew Espresso Bar

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
OHNO!

OHNO!

Griffith, ACT
Not specified
Inside Walter Cafe

Walter Cafe

Parkes, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Exterior of the Telegraph Hotel Guning

Telegraph Hotel

Upper Lachlan Shire, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Burgers, fries and drink on a table

Pattysmiths Belconnen

Belconnen, 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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