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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

Olims Sports Bar

Olims Bar and Bistro

TripAdvisor rating133 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Spring High Tea at The Tea Lounge

The Tea Lounge at Hyatt Hotel Canberra

TripAdvisor rating116 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Over $30
4th Seed Cafe

4th Seed Cafe

TripAdvisor rating114 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Outside bakery

Gundagai Bakery

TripAdvisor rating111 reviews
Wagga Wagga & Riverina, NSW
Not specified
Terrace dining

Goulburn Soldiers Club

TripAdvisor rating102 reviews
Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
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Two Before Ten

TripAdvisor rating93 reviews
Aranda, ACT
Under $20
Helix Bar & Dining

Helix Bar & Dining

TripAdvisor rating82 reviews
Canberra International Airport, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Lien's Vietnamese and Chinese Restaurant

Lien's Vietnamese and Chinese Restaurant

TripAdvisor rating82 reviews
Yass, NSW
Under $20
Miso Baked Eggplant

No.10 Restaurant + Bar Belconnen

TripAdvisor rating81 reviews
Belconnen, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Miso Baked Eggplant

No.10 Restaurant + Bar Woden

TripAdvisor rating81 reviews
Phillip, ACT
Between $20 and $30
China Tea Club table

China Tea Club

TripAdvisor rating75 reviews
Lyneham, ACT
Between $20 and $30
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Gunna Doo Bakery

TripAdvisor rating66 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
Southbound

Canberra Southern Cross Club Tuggeranong

TripAdvisor rating65 reviews
Greenway, ACT
Between $20 and $30
The Yard with bean bags

Canberra Southern Cross Club Jamison

TripAdvisor rating65 reviews
Macquarie, ACT
Between $20 and $30
WIne Machine at Lake George Winery 2019

Lake George Winery

TripAdvisor rating61 reviews
Goulburn, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Queanbeyan Leagues Club

Queanbeyan Leagues Club

TripAdvisor rating56 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
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The Howling Moon

TripAdvisor rating54 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Not specified
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Lerida Estate

TripAdvisor rating54 reviews
Goulburn, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Sunset

Café Lerida

TripAdvisor rating54 reviews
Goulburn, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Antipasto

Amici Wine Bar & Deli

TripAdvisor rating50 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Little Sutton Bakehouse

Little Sutton Bakehouse

TripAdvisor rating48 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Under $20
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Murrumbateman Winery

TripAdvisor rating39 reviews
Yass, NSW
Between $20 and $30
food bowl at Sunday in Canberra Cafe

Sunday in Canberra Cafe

TripAdvisor rating38 reviews
Gungahlin, ACT
Not specified
Baby su

Baby Su

TripAdvisor rating35 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Not specified
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