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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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Villa Olivo

TripAdvisor rating153 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
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Contentious Character Urban Winery

TripAdvisor rating149 reviews
Fyshwick, ACT
Over $30
Zaab Bar

Zaab

TripAdvisor rating147 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Over $30
The Old Canberra Inn

The Old Canberra Inn

TripAdvisor rating146 reviews
Lyneham, ACT
Under $20
Canberra Cake

Cafe at the Arboretum

TripAdvisor rating144 reviews
Molonglo Valley, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Dojo Bread

Dojo Bread

TripAdvisor rating143 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
Chipotle Chocolate Cake on a stand and a few slices on plates.

Sweet Bones

TripAdvisor rating141 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Under $20
Restaurant interior

The Hungry Buddha

TripAdvisor rating140 reviews
Belconnen, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Molly Canberra

Molly

TripAdvisor rating139 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Traditional English style pub in the heart of Canberra

The Durham Castle Arms

TripAdvisor rating138 reviews
Kingston, ACT
Between $20 and $30
EQ Cafe by day

EQ Cafe and Lounge

TripAdvisor rating131 reviews
Deakin, ACT
Between $20 and $30
PC1

Park Café

TripAdvisor rating127 reviews
Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Murrumbateman Country Inn Bistro

Murrumbateman Country Inn Bistro

TripAdvisor rating122 reviews
Yass, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Tumut River Brewing Co

Tumut River Brewing Co

TripAdvisor rating122 reviews
Tumut, NSW
Between $20 and $30
The Pedlar

The Pedlar

TripAdvisor rating119 reviews
Campbell, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Four Winds Vineyard

Four Winds Vineyard Cellar Door

TripAdvisor rating116 reviews
Yass, NSW
Between $20 and $30
4th Seed Cafe

4th Seed Cafe

TripAdvisor rating113 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
table setting at pilot

Pilot. Restaurant

TripAdvisor rating112 reviews
Ainslie, ACT
Over $30
Wide view of the dining floor

Capital Brewing Co.

TripAdvisor rating109 reviews
Fyshwick, ACT
Under $20
YAZZBAR

Yazzbar

TripAdvisor rating106 reviews
Yass, NSW
Under $20
Barman lighting a cocktail on the bar

Bar Rochford

TripAdvisor rating106 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Outside bakery

Historic Gundagai Bakery

TripAdvisor rating104 reviews
Wagga Wagga & Riverina, NSW
Not specified
Thyme to TAste

Thyme to Taste Cafe

TripAdvisor rating104 reviews
Yass, NSW
Under $20
Cafe interior with cake displays

Farmers Daughter

TripAdvisor rating103 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Under $20
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