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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

Redsalt Restaurant

Redsalt Restaurant - Canberra

TripAdvisor rating232 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Over $30
A family having a picnic on green grass in front of a lake

Snapper & Co.

TripAdvisor rating229 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Ona Coffee House

Ona Coffee House

TripAdvisor rating228 reviews
Fyshwick, ACT
Under $20
Dining Area

Canberra Southern Cross Club Woden

TripAdvisor rating220 reviews
Phillip, ACT
Over $30
Lamb Rump Cap – Succulent lamb with glazed carrots, tomato salsa and chimichurri

First Edition Canberra

TripAdvisor rating199 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Over $30
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Edgar's Inn

TripAdvisor rating194 reviews
Ainslie, ACT
Between $20 and $30
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Harmonie German Club

TripAdvisor rating191 reviews
Narrabundah, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Burger and chips

Soldiers Club Bistro

TripAdvisor rating190 reviews
Yass, NSW
Between $20 and $30
A platter of food presented on a wooden board.

Kitchen Garden At Rodney’s

TripAdvisor rating159 reviews
Pialligo, ACT
Under $20
Pizza chef

Villa Olivo

TripAdvisor rating154 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Canberra Cake

Cafe at the Arboretum

TripAdvisor rating144 reviews
Molonglo Valley, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Traditional English style pub in the heart of Canberra

The Durham Castle Arms Pub and Restaurant

TripAdvisor rating137 reviews
Kingston, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Olims Sports Bar

Olims Bar and Bistro

TripAdvisor rating131 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Spring High Tea at The Tea Lounge

The Tea Lounge at Hyatt Hotel Canberra

TripAdvisor rating115 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 rating110 reviews
Wagga Wagga & Riverina, NSW
Not specified
Terrace dining

Goulburn Soldiers Club

TripAdvisor rating102 reviews
Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
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The Flute Bakery

TripAdvisor rating100 reviews
Fyshwick, ACT
Not specified
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Two Before Ten

TripAdvisor rating93 reviews
Aranda, ACT
Under $20
Lien's Vietnamese and Chinese Restaurant

Lien's Vietnamese and Chinese Restaurant

TripAdvisor rating82 reviews
Yass, NSW
Under $20
Helix Bar & Dining

Helix Bar & Dining

TripAdvisor rating82 reviews
Canberra International Airport, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Miso Baked Eggplant

No.10 Restaurant + Bar Woden

TripAdvisor rating80 reviews
Phillip, ACT
Between $20 and $30
The Lounge Bar

The Dickson Tradies

TripAdvisor rating80 reviews
Dickson, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Miso Baked Eggplant

No.10 Restaurant + Bar Belconnen

TripAdvisor rating80 reviews
Belconnen, ACT
Between $20 and $30
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