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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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The Durham Castle Arms

TripAdvisor rating138 reviews
Kingston, ACT
Between $20 and $30
EQ Cafe by day

EQ Cafe and Lounge

TripAdvisor rating131 reviews
Deakin, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Olims Sports Bar

Olims Bar and Bistro

TripAdvisor rating128 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Plate of fresh food with a Pollen napkin

Pollen

TripAdvisor rating120 reviews
Acton, ACT
Under $20
4th Seed Cafe

4th Seed Cafe

TripAdvisor rating113 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
front of hotel

Tourist Hotel

TripAdvisor rating112 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Spring High Tea at The Tea Lounge

The Tea Lounge at Hyatt Hotel Canberra

TripAdvisor rating110 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Over $30
Steak and Chips

Rashays - Casual Dining - Belconnen

TripAdvisor rating106 reviews
Belconnen, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Outside bakery

Historic Gundagai Bakery

TripAdvisor rating104 reviews
Wagga Wagga & Riverina, NSW
Not specified
Cafe interior with cake displays

Farmers Daughter

TripAdvisor rating103 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Under $20
Terrace dining

Goulburn Soldiers Club

TripAdvisor rating102 reviews
Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Display case of large and small cakes

The Flute Bakery

TripAdvisor rating100 reviews
Fyshwick, ACT
Not specified
interior

Two Before Ten

TripAdvisor rating91 reviews
Aranda, ACT
Under $20
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
Helix Bar & Dining

Helix Bar & Dining

TripAdvisor rating80 reviews
Canberra International Airport, ACT
Between $20 and $30
The Lounge Bar

The Dickson Tradies

TripAdvisor rating79 reviews
Dickson, ACT
Between $20 and $30
China Tea Club table

China Tea Club

TripAdvisor rating73 reviews
Lyneham, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Ribs and Chips

Rashays - Casual Dining - Woden

TripAdvisor rating71 reviews
Woden, ACT
Over $30
Bakery exterior shot Gibraltar St

Gunna Doo Bakery

TripAdvisor rating64 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
The Yard with bean bags

Canberra Southern Cross Club Jamison

TripAdvisor rating60 reviews
Macquarie, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Dining Area

Canberra Southern Cross Club Tuggeranong

TripAdvisor rating60 reviews
Greenway, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Queanbeyan Leagues Club

Queanbeyan Leagues Club

TripAdvisor rating54 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
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