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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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The Lounge Bar

The Dickson Tradies

TripAdvisor rating78 reviews
Dickson, ACT
Between $20 and $30
China Tea Club table

China Tea Club

TripAdvisor rating73 reviews
Lyneham, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Ribs and Chips

Rashays - Casual Dining - Woden

TripAdvisor rating72 reviews
Woden, ACT
Over $30
Bakery exterior shot Gibraltar St

Gunna Doo Bakery

TripAdvisor rating64 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
The Yard with bean bags

Canberra Southern Cross Club Jamison

TripAdvisor rating60 reviews
Macquarie, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Dining Area

Canberra Southern Cross Club Tuggeranong

TripAdvisor rating60 reviews
Greenway, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Queanbeyan Leagues Club

Queanbeyan Leagues Club

TripAdvisor rating54 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
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The Howling Moon

TripAdvisor rating53 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Not specified
A selection of over 100 wines on a wall.

Amici Wine Bar & Deli

TripAdvisor rating46 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Outside the front cafe

The Front Gallery & Cafe

TripAdvisor rating45 reviews
Lyneham, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Bowls of ramen on long table

Ramentic

TripAdvisor rating34 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Outdoor

Double Drummer

TripAdvisor rating33 reviews
Barton, ACT
Under $20
The Bavarian Belconnen

The Bavarian Belconnen

TripAdvisor rating32 reviews
Belconnen, ACT
Not specified
Beer, pizza and cocktails

88mph

TripAdvisor rating23 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Food photo of Okami

Okami Japanese Restaurant - Mawson

TripAdvisor rating23 reviews
Mawson, ACT
Over $30
Shelf of various food packets

Wildflour

TripAdvisor rating22 reviews
Fyshwick, ACT
Not specified
Qbn RSL Bowling Club

RSL Bowling Club

TripAdvisor rating21 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Under $20
GBG

The George Bar and Grill

TripAdvisor rating18 reviews
Forrest, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Badger & Co - Bar

Badger & Co

TripAdvisor rating17 reviews
Acton, ACT
Under $20
Crispy tofu

Raijin Japanese Cuisine

TripAdvisor rating12 reviews
Mckellar, ACT
Between $20 and $30
The Canberra Wine House interior

The Canberra Wine House

TripAdvisor rating11 reviews
Dickson, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Club

Braidwood Servicemens Club

TripAdvisor rating11 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Brod food truck

Brodburger at Capital Brewing Fyshwick

TripAdvisor rating9 reviews
Fyshwick, ACT
Under $20
Yass Country Kitchen

Yass Country Kitchen

TripAdvisor rating7 reviews
Yass, NSW
Under $20
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