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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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Browse places to eat and drink

Troopers Rest

Troopers Rest

Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
Rollonin Cafe

Rollonin Cafe

Yass, NSW
Under $20
Evening drinks at RIzla

Rizla

Braddon, ACT
Over $30
food in a bowl at My Rainbow Dreams

My Rainbow Dreams

Dickson, ACT
Not specified
A dimly lit restaurant interior

Louis Dining

Barton, ACT
Not specified
Small intimate classes

Cheesy Get-a-Whey

Upper Lachlan Shire, NSW
Not specified
Podilato

Podilato Restaurant & Bar

Turner, ACT
Between $20 and $30
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The Park Cafe Goulburn

Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Exterior shot of Walsh's

Walsh's Hotel

Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Miso Eggplant, Kingfish Sashimi, Cauliflower Tacos, Duck Tacos,  Fried King Brown Mushrooms

Luna Bar

Canberra, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Braidwood Bakery

Braidwood Bakery

Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
Avtar

High Tea at Water's Edge Canberra

Parkes, ACT
Over $30
TSSI

The Southern Star Inn

Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Dining Room

Grazing

Yass, NSW
Over $30
Bar lined with many bottles of alcohol and standing candlestick holders

Wakefield's Bar & Wine

Ainslie, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Hands holding a fluffy katsu sandwich with a bowl or ramen and a drink nearby.

Canteen

Fyshwick, 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
Entrance Gundagai District Services Club

Gundagai Services Club

Wagga Wagga & Riverina, NSW
Not specified
Merino Bistro

Merino Bistro

Yass, NSW
Not specified
Adore Tea High Tea

Adore Tea Teahouse and Boutique

Mitchell, ACT
Under $20
Empty restaurant with tables set ready for service

Lamshed's Food and Wine

Yarralumla, ACT
Over $30
Smokehouse restaurant, artisan smokehouse, restaurant in the vines winery cafe

Poachers Restaurant, Cellar Door and Vineyard

Yass, NSW
Over $30
Southern-Railway-Hotel-Coolavin-pub-goulburn-accommodation-bar

Southern Railway Hotel

Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Front of cafe with doors open and people waiting to order

Brew & Brew Café

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
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