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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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Contentious Character Urban Winery

TripAdvisor rating150 reviews
Fyshwick, ACT
Over $30
Zaab Bar

Zaab

TripAdvisor rating148 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Over $30
The Old Canberra Inn

The Old Canberra Inn

TripAdvisor rating146 reviews
Lyneham, ACT
Under $20
Dojo Bread

Dojo Bread

TripAdvisor rating144 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
Chipotle Chocolate Cake on a stand and a few slices on plates.

Sweet Bones

TripAdvisor rating141 reviews
Scullin, ACT
Under $20
Molly Canberra

Molly

TripAdvisor rating140 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Restaurant interior

The Hungry Buddha

TripAdvisor rating140 reviews
Belconnen, ACT
Between $20 and $30
PC1

Park Café

TripAdvisor rating127 reviews
Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Tumut River Brewing Co

Tumut River Brewing Co

TripAdvisor rating122 reviews
Tumut, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Murrumbateman Country Inn Bistro

Murrumbateman Country Inn Bistro

TripAdvisor rating121 reviews
Yass, NSW
Between $20 and $30
The Pedlar

The Pedlar

TripAdvisor rating121 reviews
Campbell, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Four Winds Vineyard

Four Winds Vineyard Cellar Door

TripAdvisor rating119 reviews
Yass, NSW
Between $20 and $30
table setting at pilot

Pilot. Restaurant

TripAdvisor rating116 reviews
Ainslie, ACT
Over $30
Wide view of the dining floor

Capital Brewing Co.

TripAdvisor rating110 reviews
Fyshwick, ACT
Under $20
Barman lighting a cocktail on the bar

Bar Rochford

TripAdvisor rating107 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Between $20 and $30
YAZZBAR

Yazzbar

TripAdvisor rating107 reviews
Yass, NSW
Under $20
Thyme to TAste

Thyme to Taste Cafe

TripAdvisor rating104 reviews
Yass, NSW
Under $20
Highroad

Highroad

TripAdvisor rating96 reviews
Dickson, ACT
Not specified
Bottle of Clonakilla Shiraz. Photo by David Reist

Clonakilla Wines

TripAdvisor rating93 reviews
Yass, NSW
Not specified
Gundog Estate Cork Steet Cellar Door Gundaroo

Gundog Estate Cork Street Cellar Door

TripAdvisor rating91 reviews
Yass, NSW
Between $20 and $30
cafe

Cork Street Cafe

TripAdvisor rating91 reviews
Yass, NSW
Between $20 and $30
natural nine

Natural Nine

TripAdvisor rating89 reviews
Canberra City, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Exterior shot of Walsh's

Walsh's Hotel

TripAdvisor rating87 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Ciao Cafe & Cakes Queanbeyan

Ciao Cafe

TripAdvisor rating85 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
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