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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

Photo of Lark Hill Sangiovese Red wine with Lunch on the Deck at Lark Hill

Lark Hill Winery

Queanbeyan, NSW
Over $30
Custom made

Goulburn Donut Shop

Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Alfresco Dining

Canberra Labor Club Belconnen

Belconnen, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Avtar

High Tea at Water's Edge Canberra

Parkes, ACT
Over $30
Binalong

Binalong Pub Bistro

Yass, NSW
Not specified
Spread of Lebanese food on wooden table

AL Manoosh

Mawson, ACT
Not specified
Hong Kong Garden Crookwell

Hong Kong Garden Chinese Restaurant Crookwell

Upper Lachlan Shire, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Amritsari Kulcha with Chhole

Chatkazz Canberra - Indian Street Food & More

Gungahlin, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Merino Bistro

Merino Bistro

Yass, NSW
Not specified
Patrons in an ice cream store

Gelato Messina Kingston

Kingston, ACT
Not specified
Distillery

Hillman Bros. Distilling Co.

Yass, NSW
Not specified
Front of cafe with doors open and people waiting to order

Brew & Brew Café

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Empty outdoor tables with blue and black seating

Brew & Brew Café and Bar

Forrest, ACT
Not specified
Dog Trap's wine and their dog

Dog Trap Vineyard

Yass, NSW
Not specified
Exterior of the Telegraph Hotel Guning

Telegraph Hotel

Upper Lachlan Shire, NSW
Between $20 and $30
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Bunny Beans Cafe - Greenway

Greenway, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Some fresh pasta next to a menu on a table

La Rustica by the lake

Kingston, ACT
Over $30
Cafe front showing signage of Canberra Cafe

Canberra Cafe

Greenway, ACT
Not specified
Room with tables and chairs and natural light from sun

Dear Prudence

Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Truffle dog Bella assists Dick in locating a truffle in the soil

Durran Durra Truffles

Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
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VIBE Bistro

Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
bar at Caribou Kingston

Caribou Kingston

Kingston, ACT
Not specified
The Caberra Distillery Products all in a line

The Canberra Distillery

Mitchell, ACT
Not specified
Entrance

Jam Factory Tasting Room

Wagga Wagga & Riverina, 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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