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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

Sashimi

Raku

TripAdvisor rating606 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Trappers Bakery opposite The Big Merino

Trappers Bakery

TripAdvisor rating570 reviews
Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Smokehouse restaurant, artisan smokehouse, restaurant in the vines winery cafe

Poachers Pantry Smokehouse Restaurant and Vineyard

TripAdvisor rating553 reviews
Yass, NSW
Over $30
Eightysix bar

Eightysix North

TripAdvisor rating545 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Over $30
Bar and wine store

Capitol Bar & Grill

TripAdvisor rating540 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Over $30
Busy restaurant interior

CBD Dumpling House

TripAdvisor rating534 reviews
Canberra City, ACT
Under $20
Table of food and wine set out before three guests.

The Sir George

TripAdvisor rating526 reviews
Wagga Wagga & Riverina, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Fresh food with a funky vibe

Mocan & Green Grout

TripAdvisor rating498 reviews
Acton, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Maple + Clove

Maple and Clove

TripAdvisor rating440 reviews
Barton, ACT
Under $20
Otis Interior

OTIS Dining Hall

TripAdvisor rating437 reviews
Kingston, ACT
Over $30
Rustic cafe interior

Penny University

TripAdvisor rating434 reviews
Kingston, ACT
Under $20
Crowd out the front of Agostinis

Agostinis

TripAdvisor rating427 reviews
Kingston, ACT
Not specified
Father and son enjoying their meal

Brodburger at the Glassworks, Kingston

TripAdvisor rating424 reviews
Kingston, ACT
Under $20
Front of the restaurant Grazing

Grazing

TripAdvisor rating415 reviews
Yass, NSW
Over $30
Romantic evening lighting over diners

Rubicon

TripAdvisor rating369 reviews
Griffith, ACT
Over $30
Fancy cakes

Pâtissez Manuka

TripAdvisor rating333 reviews
Griffith, ACT
Under $20
Wood Grilled T-Bone, Broccolini, Potato Gratin

Temporada

TripAdvisor rating332 reviews
Canberra City, ACT
Over $30
Figs

Mezzalira

TripAdvisor rating324 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Between $20 and $30
In Autumn

The Boat House

TripAdvisor rating315 reviews
Barton, ACT
Not specified
The Promenade Cafe

The Promenade Café

TripAdvisor rating307 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Over $30
Couple eating lunch

Lonsdale Street Roasters

TripAdvisor rating301 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Under $20
Quirky hanging objects from wooden beams and exposed brick walls

Local Press Cafe

TripAdvisor rating299 reviews
Kingston, ACT
Under $20
Parlour Canberra

Parlour

TripAdvisor rating299 reviews
Canberra City, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Black Rice Pudding w/ coconut cream, poached apple, lychee sorbet & butterscotch

Lazy Su

TripAdvisor rating297 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
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