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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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Romantic evening lighting over diners

Rubicon

TripAdvisor rating369 reviews
Griffith, ACT
Over $30
Figs

Mezzalira

TripAdvisor rating328 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Between $20 and $30
In Autumn

The Boat House

TripAdvisor rating316 reviews
Barton, ACT
Not specified
Black Rice Pudding w/ coconut cream, poached apple, lychee sorbet & butterscotch

Lazy Su

TripAdvisor rating303 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Quirky hanging objects from wooden beams and exposed brick walls

Local Press Cafe

TripAdvisor rating302 reviews
Kingston, ACT
Under $20
Yass Restaurant

Ewe'n Me Restaurant

TripAdvisor rating295 reviews
Yass, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Japanese decor

Iori Japanese Restaurant

TripAdvisor rating289 reviews
Canberra City, ACT
Over $30
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Hibernian Hotel

TripAdvisor rating281 reviews
Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Asian dish

Abell's Kopi Tiam

TripAdvisor rating280 reviews
Manuka, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Plate of mixed entrees

Rama’s Restaurant

TripAdvisor rating280 reviews
Pearce, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Interior at Knox

The Knox Made in Watson

TripAdvisor rating278 reviews
Watson, ACT
Not specified
Family Hotel

Lotts Family Hotel

TripAdvisor rating241 reviews
Wagga Wagga & Riverina, NSW
Not specified
The Coffee Pedaler

The Coffee Pedaler

TripAdvisor rating233 reviews
Wagga Wagga & Riverina, NSW
Not specified
Front counter of the Albion Cafe

The Albion Braidwood

TripAdvisor rating228 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Space Kitchen exterior

Space Kitchen

TripAdvisor rating226 reviews
Phillip, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Royal Hotel Queanbeyan

Royal Hotel Queanbeyan

TripAdvisor rating217 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Dish of modern food with a glass of red wine

Vincent

TripAdvisor rating210 reviews
Barton, ACT
Between $20 and $30
"Savoring Culinary Excellence: Unforgettable Two-Hat Dining Experience at Table Canberra.

Table Canberra

TripAdvisor rating208 reviews
Greenway, ACT
Over $30
Pub interior

Civic Pub

TripAdvisor rating198 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Coffee

Cafe Dolcetto

TripAdvisor rating194 reviews
Yass, NSW
Under $20
Main dining room at Inka Japanese/Peruvian restaurant in Canberra City

Inka

TripAdvisor rating190 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Dining table with a variety of food dishes in front of diners

Taj Agra Dickson

TripAdvisor rating187 reviews
Dickson, ACT
Not specified
Breakfast at Fox and Bow

Fox and Bow Farrer

TripAdvisor rating161 reviews
Farrer, ACT
Not specified
Rollonin Cafe

Rollonin Cafe

TripAdvisor rating158 reviews
Yass, NSW
Under $20
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