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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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Kitchen Garden At Rodney’s

TripAdvisor rating159 reviews
Pialligo, ACT
Under $20
Pizza chef

Villa Olivo

TripAdvisor rating154 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
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Hopscotch

TripAdvisor rating148 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Braidwood Bakery

Braidwood Bakery

TripAdvisor rating148 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
Canberra Cake

Cafe at the Arboretum

TripAdvisor rating144 reviews
Molonglo Valley, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Traditional English style pub in the heart of Canberra

The Durham Castle Arms Pub and Restaurant

TripAdvisor rating137 reviews
Kingston, ACT
Between $20 and $30
EQ Cafe by day

EQ Cafe and Bakehouse | Deakin

TripAdvisor rating137 reviews
Deakin, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Plate of fresh food with a Pollen napkin

Pollen

TripAdvisor rating134 reviews
Acton, ACT
Under $20
Olims Sports Bar

Olims Bar and Bistro

TripAdvisor rating133 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Spring High Tea at The Tea Lounge

The Tea Lounge at Hyatt Hotel Canberra

TripAdvisor rating115 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Over $30
4th Seed Cafe

4th Seed Cafe

TripAdvisor rating114 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Outside bakery

Gundagai Bakery

TripAdvisor rating110 reviews
Wagga Wagga & Riverina, NSW
Not specified
Terrace dining

Goulburn Soldiers Club

TripAdvisor rating102 reviews
Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
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Two Before Ten

TripAdvisor rating93 reviews
Aranda, ACT
Under $20
Helix Bar & Dining

Helix Bar & Dining

TripAdvisor rating82 reviews
Canberra International Airport, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Lien's Vietnamese and Chinese Restaurant

Lien's Vietnamese and Chinese Restaurant

TripAdvisor rating82 reviews
Yass, NSW
Under $20
Miso Baked Eggplant

No.10 Restaurant + Bar Belconnen

TripAdvisor rating81 reviews
Belconnen, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Miso Baked Eggplant

No.10 Restaurant + Bar Woden

TripAdvisor rating81 reviews
Phillip, ACT
Between $20 and $30
China Tea Club table

China Tea Club

TripAdvisor rating75 reviews
Lyneham, ACT
Between $20 and $30
The Yard with bean bags

Canberra Southern Cross Club Jamison

TripAdvisor rating65 reviews
Macquarie, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Southbound

Canberra Southern Cross Club Tuggeranong

TripAdvisor rating65 reviews
Greenway, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Bakery exterior shot Gibraltar St

Gunna Doo Bakery

TripAdvisor rating65 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
WIne Machine at Lake George Winery 2019

Lake George Winery

TripAdvisor rating61 reviews
Goulburn, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Queanbeyan Leagues Club

Queanbeyan Leagues Club

TripAdvisor rating55 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
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