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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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Mawson, ACT
Not specified
Wagyu flank + garlic butter, served with a glass of red wine, a side of carrots, and sprouts

Tintino

Kingston, ACT
Over $30
Carpaccio

Compa Ristorante

Canberra, ACT
Over $30
4

The Corner Cafe

Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Wine and cheese laid out on a table with wine decanter

Brunello

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Salters Cafe Canberra

Salters at Dirty Janes

Fyshwick, ACT
Not specified
this photo shows a retail display of coffee and books, a front counter of a cafe and some vinyl

Recess Coffee

Griffith, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Noi

NOI Goulburn

Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
The Loose Goat Bistro

The Loose Goat Bistro

Yass, NSW
Not specified
Spread of Lebanese food on wooden table

Al Manoosh

Mawson, ACT
Not specified
Kerralee Wines

Kerralee Wines

Yass, NSW
Not specified
BBCB

Bluebird Cafe and Bar

Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Mouat's Farm

Mouat's Farm

Tumut, NSW
Not specified
Merino Bistro

Merino Bistro

Yass, NSW
Not specified
Canberra District Wine Region - Liquid Geography

Canberra District Wine Region

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Tacos, Burgers & Wings!

Taco Boi

Braddon, ACT
Under $20
Cheese platter and a bottle of Sangiovese at Pankhurst Wines

Pankhurst Wines

Yass, NSW
Not specified
Outdoor cafe setting with wooden furniture

Roy Jr.

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

Chop Chop

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
TEH

The Empire Hotel

Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
gift boxed artisan chocolate hearts With individual artisan chocolate hearts, flowers in backhround

Sweet Pea & Poppy Artisan Chocolate

Yass, NSW
Not specified
Retro Arcades, Tap beers, Kitchen by Soul Cartel

Token Arcade & Kitchen

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
A hand holding a vanilla and chocolate soft serve icecream in a cone

Future Swirl

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Interior of cosy bar

11e Cave

Kingston, 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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