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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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McKellar Ridge

McKellar Ridge Wines

TripAdvisor rating23 reviews
Yass, NSW
Not specified
Autumn at Tallagandra Hill

Tallagandra Hill

TripAdvisor rating19 reviews
Yass, NSW
Between $20 and $30
A dimly lit restaurant interior

Louis Dining

TripAdvisor rating17 reviews
Barton, ACT
Not specified
Cafe on Queen

Cafe on Queen

TripAdvisor rating16 reviews
Yass, NSW
Not specified
Murrumbateman Takeaway Food

Murrumbateman Takeaway

TripAdvisor rating14 reviews
Yass, NSW
Under $20
Octopus

Kivotos Wine Bar

TripAdvisor rating11 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
The Gordon Hotel frontage

Gordon Hotel

TripAdvisor rating11 reviews
Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Young people lined up at the bar for cocktails

Hippo Co

TripAdvisor rating9 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Not specified
basque cheesecake available to order

Cafe Stepping Stone Dickson

TripAdvisor rating9 reviews
Dickson, ACT
Under $20
Staff photo

Cafe Stepping Stone Strathnairn

TripAdvisor rating9 reviews
Holt, ACT
Under $20
Wine

Barton Estate

TripAdvisor rating8 reviews
Yass, NSW
Not specified
Are staff are dedicated hospitality professionals

The Peacemaker Saloon

TripAdvisor rating8 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Bottle of Underground Spirits Caramel Vodka surrounded by bright florals

Underground Spirits

TripAdvisor rating7 reviews
Kambah, ACT
Not specified
Interior of the restaurant.

Little Steamer

TripAdvisor rating7 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Pick Up Stix Interior

Pick Up Stix

TripAdvisor rating7 reviews
Lyneham, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Dada

Dada Restaurant

TripAdvisor rating5 reviews
Phillip, ACT
Over $30
Beautiful decorated bar wall and shelves

Queenies

TripAdvisor rating5 reviews
Kingston, ACT
Not specified
Interior with shelf

Intra PRVN

TripAdvisor rating5 reviews
Campbell, ACT
Not specified
The Goulburn Club

Goulburn Club

TripAdvisor rating4 reviews
Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Pancakes

Café 3:Sixteen Murrumbateman

TripAdvisor rating4 reviews
Yass, NSW
Under $20
The front

Redbrick Coffee

TripAdvisor rating3 reviews
Fyshwick, ACT
Under $20
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Swan & King

TripAdvisor rating3 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Not specified
Syrah Gin bottle and negroni cocktail

Big River Distilling Co

TripAdvisor rating3 reviews
Fyshwick, ACT
Not specified
Outdoor deck with people sitting at bar tables

Verity Lane Market

TripAdvisor rating3 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Between $20 and $30
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