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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

Lush 1

Lush Cafe and Bar

Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
The George Bar & Dining Bungendore

The George Bar and Dining

Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
A range of dishes at Chop Chop

Chop Chop

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Hand holding a plate of food

Black & White Espresso

Wanniassa, ACT
Not specified
Lamb Shank

NK Kitchen

Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Family Hotel

Lotts Family Hotel

Wagga Wagga & Riverina, NSW
Not specified
Restaurant at the Golfie

Yass Golf Club Bistro

Yass, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Sunset

Café Lerida

Goulburn, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Banana and Rasberry Bread

Knead Patisserie

Belconnen, ACT
Under $20
Lamb Rump Cap – Succulent lamb with glazed carrots, tomato salsa and chimichurri

First Edition Canberra

Canberra, ACT
Over $30
The Mill Cafe

The Mill Cafe

Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
Front

Corang Estate Cellar Door and Pantry

Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Chifley’s Bar & Grill

Chifley's Bar and Grill

Barton, ACT
Over $30
An outdoor cafe  catering to visitors to Stromlo Park.

The Handlebar

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Collector Wines winemaker Alex McKay kneels in the vineyard.

Collector Wines

Upper Lachlan Shire, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Miso Baked Eggplant

No.10 Restaurant + Bar Woden

Phillip, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Octopus

Kivotos Wine Bar

Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Nasi Goreng with chicken + Jasmine Iced-tea

Java Braidwood

Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Pick Up Stix Interior

Pick Up Stix

Lyneham, ACT
Between $20 and $30
People sitting along outdoor tables in the evening time, underneath fairy lights

Gang Gang Cafe

Downer, ACT
Not specified
Bottle of Underground Spirits Caramel Vodka surrounded by bright florals

Underground Spirits

Kambah, ACT
Not specified
Speakers Corner Bar

Speaker's Corner Bar

Yarralumla, ACT
Not specified
BBCB

Bluebird Cafe and Bar

Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
coffee and cake

Bryant's Pies - Bakery Cafe

Goulburn, 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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