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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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Outdoor dining spots for lunch and dinner

Browse places to eat and drink

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Soliders Club Bistro

TripAdvisor rating178 reviews
Yass, NSW
Under $20
Breakfast at Fox and Bow

Fox and Bow Farrer

TripAdvisor rating161 reviews
Farrer, ACT
Not specified
Rollonin Cafe

Rollonin Cafe

TripAdvisor rating155 reviews
Yass, NSW
Under $20
Pizza chef

Villa Olivo

TripAdvisor rating153 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
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Contentious Character Urban Winery

TripAdvisor rating147 reviews
Fyshwick, ACT
Over $30
Lamb and Rosemary pie with Batch Brewing "Big Kahuna" Brown Ale

The Old Canberra Inn

TripAdvisor rating145 reviews
Lyneham, ACT
Under $20
Canberra Cake

Cafe at the Arboretum

TripAdvisor rating144 reviews
Molonglo Valley, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Zaab Bar

Zaab

TripAdvisor rating142 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Over $30
Dojo Bread

Dojo Bread

TripAdvisor rating142 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Not specified
Restaurant interior

The Hungry Buddha

TripAdvisor rating140 reviews
Belconnen, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Chipotle Chocolate Cake on a stand and a few slices on plates.

Sweet Bones

TripAdvisor rating140 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Under $20
Bartender making flaming cocktails

Molly

TripAdvisor rating139 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Not specified
Traditional English style pub in the heart of Canberra

The Durham Castle Arms

TripAdvisor rating138 reviews
Kingston, ACT
Between $20 and $30
EQ Cafe by day

EQ Cafe and Lounge

TripAdvisor rating130 reviews
Deakin, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Park Cafe food

The Park Café

TripAdvisor rating125 reviews
Goulburn, NSW
Not specified
Murrumbateman Country Inn Bistro

Murrumbateman Country Inn Bistro

TripAdvisor rating122 reviews
Yass, NSW
Between $20 and $30
Tumut River Brewing Co

Tumut River Brewing Co

TripAdvisor rating122 reviews
Tumut, NSW
Between $20 and $30
The Pedlar

The Pedlar

TripAdvisor rating118 reviews
Campbell, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Four Winds Vineyard

Four Winds Vineyard Cellar Door

TripAdvisor rating114 reviews
Yass, NSW
Between $20 and $30
4th Seed Cafe

4th Seed Cafe

TripAdvisor rating113 reviews
Queanbeyan, NSW
Between $20 and $30
table setting at pilot

Pilot. Restaurant

TripAdvisor rating110 reviews
Ainslie, ACT
Over $30
Wide view of the dining floor

Capital Brewing Co.

TripAdvisor rating109 reviews
Fyshwick, ACT
Under $20
The Tea Lounge

The Tea Lounge at Hyatt Hotel Canberra

TripAdvisor rating107 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Over $30
Barman lighting a cocktail on the bar

Bar Rochford

TripAdvisor rating105 reviews
Canberra, ACT
Between $20 and $30
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