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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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Six different ramen dishes on a wooden table.

Ka Sushi Ramen

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
The George Bar & Dining Bungendore

The George Bar and Dining

Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Cafe West

Cafe West

Wagga Wagga & Riverina, NSW
Not specified
Cascades Restaurant

Weeping Birch Cafe

Goulburn, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Olives on tree

Olive View Cafe and Restaurant

Upper Lachlan Shire, NSW
Between $20 and $30
lINE OF PEOPLE WAITING TO COLLECT AND ORDER COFFEE

Espresso Room - New Acton

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
LD

The Loaded Dog Hotel

Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Toasted sandwich cut in half with filling oozing out

Melted Toasted Sandwich Emporium

Fyshwick, ACT
Not specified
Fonda Mexican

Fonda Mexican

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Vanilla Catering at Altenburg

Vanilla Catering

Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
Pot belly woodfire on left-hand wall surrounded by stonework, with seating area and pool table throu

The Pot Belly Bar

Belconnen, ACT
Not specified
Charcuterie board

Restaurant Two14

Braddon, ACT
Over $30
PK

The Pizza Kitchen

Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Edge

Edge Bar and Restaurant

Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
THC

The Hub Cafe

Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Amritsari Kulcha with Chhole

Chatkazz Canberra - Indian Street Food & More

Gungahlin, ACT
Not specified
Tacos, Burgers & Wings!

Taco Boi

Braddon, ACT
Under $20
front side

Jarochos

Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Royal Hotel Bungendore

Royal Hotel Bungendore

Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
Pizza trailer at night outside of Australian Croatian club in Turner

Pizza by Five Passions

Turner, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Adore Tea High Tea

Adore Tea

Mitchell, ACT
Under $20
Restaurant at the Golfie

Yass Golf Club Bistro

Yass, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Cup of coffee and plate of pastry on table

Espresso Room - Tuggeranong

Greenway, ACT
Not specified
Patrons at LOLO and LOLA enjoying traditional Filipino flavours.

Lolo and Lola

Watson, ACT
Between $20 and $30
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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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