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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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Outdoor dining spots for lunch and dinner

Browse places to eat and drink

Goulburn Workers

Goulburn Workers

TripAdvisor rating315 reviews
Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
The Promenade Cafe

The Promenade Café

TripAdvisor rating308 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Over $30
Parlour Canberra

Parlour

TripAdvisor rating302 reviews
Canberra City, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Couple eating lunch

Lonsdale Street Roasters

TripAdvisor rating301 reviews
Fyshwick, ACT
Under $20
Beer garden full of patrons at night

King O'Malley's Irish Pub

TripAdvisor rating281 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Under $20
Views of the lake, the hills and Telstra Tower

Southern Cross Yacht Club

TripAdvisor rating279 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Public bar

Public Bar

TripAdvisor rating278 reviews
Manuka, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Cafe interior and exterior

Double Shot

TripAdvisor rating276 reviews
Deakin, ACT
Not specified
Chifley’s Bar & Grill

Chifley's Bar & Grill

TripAdvisor rating238 reviews
Barton, ACT
Over $30
Redsalt Restaurant

Redsalt Restaurant - Canberra

TripAdvisor rating229 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Over $30
Barista making coffee

Ona Coffee House

TripAdvisor rating226 reviews
Fyshwick, ACT
Under $20
A family having a picnic on green grass in front of a lake

Snapper & Co.

TripAdvisor rating222 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Dining Area

Canberra Southern Cross Club Woden

TripAdvisor rating216 reviews
Phillip, ACT
Over $30
Food & Drink

Eighty/Twenty Food

TripAdvisor rating202 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Portrait Cafe

Portrait Cafe

TripAdvisor rating201 reviews
Parkes, ACT
Under $20
external image of corner restaurant and bar

Edgar's Inn

TripAdvisor rating193 reviews
Ainslie, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Photo of The Keller Bar

Harmonie German Club

TripAdvisor rating187 reviews
Narrabundah, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Duxton Seating

The Duxton

TripAdvisor rating186 reviews
O'Connor, ACT
Between $20 and $30
First Edition Canberra share boards

First Edition Canberra

TripAdvisor rating185 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Over $30
Burger and chips

Soldiers Club Bistro

TripAdvisor rating182 reviews
Yass, NSW
Between $20 and $30
A platter of food presented on a wooden board.

Kitchen Garden At Rodney’s

TripAdvisor rating158 reviews
Pialligo, ACT
Under $20
Pizza chef

Villa Olivo

TripAdvisor rating153 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Staff helping customers

Hopscotch

TripAdvisor rating146 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Canberra Cake

Cafe at the Arboretum

TripAdvisor rating144 reviews
Molonglo Valley, ACT
Between $20 and $30
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