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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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A dimly lit restaurant interior

Louis Dining

TripAdvisor rating14 reviews
Barton, ACT
Not specified
Murrumbateman Takeaway Food

Murrumbateman Takeaway

TripAdvisor rating14 reviews
Yass, NSW
Under $20
Zimi

Zimi's Pizza Place

TripAdvisor rating12 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
PiePlace

Nerson's Pie Place

TripAdvisor rating12 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Under $20
Nat serving drinks Crookwell Services Club

Crookwell Services Club

TripAdvisor rating9 reviews
Goulburn, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Staff photo

Cafe Stepping Stone Strathnairn

TripAdvisor rating9 reviews
Holt, ACT
Under $20
basque cheesecake available to order

Cafe Stepping Stone Dickson

TripAdvisor rating9 reviews
Dickson, ACT
Under $20
Young people lined up at the bar for cocktails

Hippo Co

TripAdvisor rating9 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Wine

Barton Estate

TripAdvisor rating8 reviews
Yass, NSW
Not specified
Colourful Salads

The Goods Wholefoods

TripAdvisor rating7 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Under $20
wine bottles on a shelf

Kivotos Wine Bar

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

Pick Up Stix

TripAdvisor rating7 reviews
Lyneham, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Interior of the restaurant.

Little Steamer

TripAdvisor rating6 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Interior with shelf

Intra PRVN

TripAdvisor rating5 reviews
Campbell, ACT
Not specified
Pancakes

Café 3:Sixteen Murrumbateman

TripAdvisor rating4 reviews
Yass, NSW
Under $20
Outdoor deck with people sitting at bar tables

Verity Lane Market

TripAdvisor rating3 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Are staff are dedicated hospitality professionals

The Peacemaker Saloon

TripAdvisor rating3 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Wide view of room with bar, tables and chairs, no people

Brew Nation

TripAdvisor rating3 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Not specified
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Swan & King

TripAdvisor rating3 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Not specified
The front

Redbrick Coffee

TripAdvisor rating3 reviews
Fyshwick, ACT
Under $20
Syrah Gin bottle and negroni cocktail

Big River Distilling Co

TripAdvisor rating2 reviews
Fyshwick, ACT
Not specified
Dada

Dada Restaurant

TripAdvisor rating2 reviews
Phillip, ACT
Over $30
Monster Summer Menu

Monster Kitchen & Bar

TripAdvisor rating945 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Restaurant interior

Urban Pantry

TripAdvisor rating462 reviews
Griffith, ACT
Between $20 and $30
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