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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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Our Wines

Norton Road Wines

Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Toasted sandwich cut in half with filling oozing out

Melted Toasted Sandwich Emporium

Fyshwick, ACT
Not specified
Dining and drinks area

PJs in the City

Canberra, ACT
Between $20 and $30
The Pavilion at Pialligo Estate

Pialligo Estate

Pialligo, ACT
Over $30
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Valerie's Sunroom

Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Canberra District Wine Region - Liquid Geography

Canberra District Wine Region

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Customers seated outside at a bar with bright orange umbrellas and wooden tables.

The Dock

Kingston, ACT
Not specified
People sitting along outdoor tables in the evening time, underneath fairy lights

Gang Gang Cafe

Downer, ACT
Not specified
Pronto by Trecento

Pronto by Trecento

Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
Pizza

Criterion Hotel Gundagai

Wagga Wagga & Riverina, NSW
Between $20 and $30
The Yass Cafe

The Yass Café

Yass, NSW
Not specified
Bar lined with many bottles of alcohol and standing candlestick holders

Wakefield's Bar & Wine

Ainslie, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Emma Shaw of Pique Nique serves a local Canberra wine

Pique Nique: wine appreciation classes and events

Parkes, ACT
Not specified
Outdoor cafe setting with wooden furniture

Roy Jr.

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Oscars Donuts Braidwood

Oscar's Donuts

Queanbeyan, NSW
Under $20
Interior of a modern Italian resturant.

Bada Bing Dining Club

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Flavours

Anita Gelato Canberra

Canberra, ACT
Under $20
&Sando croissant and coffee

&Sando

Canberra, ACT
Under $20
Al's Deli and Diner Menu

Al's Deli and Diner

Canberra, ACT
Under $20
Photo of Lark Hill Sangiovese Red wine with Lunch on the Deck at Lark Hill

Lark Hill Winery

Queanbeyan, NSW
Over $30
Slice of pizza with melted cheese

Pop Pizza

Fraser, ACT
Not specified
Goulburn Donut Shop

Goulburn Donut Shop

Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
The Basement - Pool Tables

The Baso Canberra

Belconnen, ACT
Not specified
Troopers Rest

Troopers Rest

Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
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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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