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Patrons dining in an outdoor bar by the lake

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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Fyshwick, ACT
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RSL Bowling Club

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Queanbeyan, NSW
Under $20
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The George Bar and Grill

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

TripAdvisor rating17 reviews
Acton, ACT
Under $20
Nerson's Braidwood

Nerson's Braidwood

TripAdvisor rating17 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
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Braidwood Servicemens Club

TripAdvisor rating12 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
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Nerson's Pie Place

TripAdvisor rating12 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
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
Nat serving drinks Crookwell Services Club

Crookwell Services Club

TripAdvisor rating10 reviews
Upper Lachlan Shire, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Brod food truck

Brodburger at Capital Brewing Fyshwick

TripAdvisor rating9 reviews
Fyshwick, ACT
Under $20
Granitevale Winery

Granitevale Estate

TripAdvisor rating7 reviews
Yass, NSW
Not specified
YBC

Steve's Terracotta Restaurant

TripAdvisor rating7 reviews
Yass, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Yass Country Kitchen

Yass Country Kitchen

TripAdvisor rating7 reviews
Yass, NSW
Under $20
Midnight Bar

Midnight Bar

TripAdvisor rating4 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Bistro

The Dickson Taphouse

TripAdvisor rating4 reviews
Dickson, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Okami - All You Can Eat

Okami Japanese Restaurant - Braddon

TripAdvisor rating10 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Not specified
Range of Japanese dishes and hotpot with a person reaching across with chopsticks

Taki

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
A table of two set for dinner with meals and wine glasses.

Restaurant Two14

Braddon, ACT
Over $30
Cafe Sosta

Cafe Sosta

Acton, ACT
Not specified
Front of cafe with doors open and people waiting to order

Brew & Brew Café

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Royal Mail Hotel, Braidwood

The Bushranger Restaurant

Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
A spread of Asian-style food on a table.

Yaki Boi

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Interior of cosy bar

11e Cave

Kingston, ACT
Not specified
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