A group of friends dining at Rizla, a restaurant in Braddon.

Braddon

From a grungy strip of car yards to the hippest city precinct within a mere decade, Braddon has undergone a renaissance to house everything Canberrans hold dear to their hearts—good coffee, fine food and boutique shopping.

Highlights of the area

Best brunch in Canberra

Refuel over brunch and award-winning coffee or explore the strip of bars and eateries after dark.

Home to creatives and boutiques

Browse fashion and homeware stores showcasing local makers and creatives as you stroll along Lonsdale Street.

Walking distance of CBD

Located just off the CBD, visitors can easily explore Braddon by foot or by e-scooter.

Person carrying beers at Bentspoke Brewing Co
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BentSpoke Brewing Co

Sample Australia's number one craft beer at BentSpoke. The Crankshaft IPA took out the GABS hottest 100 craft beer two years in a row, as voted by beer drinkers. At this Braddon brewpub you will find 18 varieties of beer available as well as a modern take on classic pub meals. 

Perfect Sunday in Braddon

9am: Coffee at Barrio Collective Coffee

10am: Breakfast at B-Side

11am:  Haig Park Village Markets (every Sunday)

1pm: Lunch at BentSpoke Brewing Co

3pm: Shop along Lonsdale St

5pm: Cocktails at Peacemaker Saloon 

7pm: Dinner at Corella Restaurant and Bar

Discover Braddon's popular cafes, restaurants, bars, shops, and tours below to create your own ultimate day out.

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Swan & King

TripAdvisor rating3 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Not specified
Staff helping customers

Hopscotch

TripAdvisor rating146 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Olims Sports Bar

Olims Bar and Bistro

TripAdvisor rating128 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Bowls of ramen on long table

Ramentic

TripAdvisor rating34 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
The front facade of the Ainslie Arts Centre, lit up with projected lights and shapes.

Ainslie Arts Centre

TripAdvisor rating6 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Midnight Bar

Midnight Bar

TripAdvisor rating4 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Okami - All You Can Eat

Okami Japanese Restaurant - Braddon

TripAdvisor rating8 reviews
Braddon, ACT
Not specified
A group of six smiling young people aged 12–18 sit on bean-bags and chairs, facing the viewer.

Canberra Youth Theatre

Braddon, ACT
Basil & Manuel
5 Apr 2025

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience - Canberra

Mercure Canberra, Braddon
Next on 5 Apr 2025 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Custom made terrariums

Moxom and Whitney

Braddon, ACT
Front of shop

POP Canberra

Braddon, ACT
Haig on Sundays
12 Jan – 21 Dec 2025

Haig Park Village Markets

Haig Park, Braddon
Next on 2 Feb 2025 from 8:00am to 2:00pm
hive interior

The Hive Braddon

Braddon, ACT
Italian dessert plated on a table with coffee on the side

Italian and Sons

Braddon, ACT
Not specified
Canberra Craft Beer Festival
15 Mar 2025

Canberra Craft Beer & Cider Festival

Mercure Canberra, Braddon
Next on 15 Mar 2025 from 11:00am to 6:00pm
Hand using chopsticks to pick up noodles

Senn Noods

Braddon, ACT
Not specified
Band on raised stage
22 Feb 2025

Celtic Concert in the Courtyard Gardens at Mercure Canberra

The Courtyard Gardens at Mercure Canberra, Braddon
Next on 22 Feb 2025 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Drag King with tophat
1–30 Nov 2025

Canberra SpringOUT Pride Festival

Canberra SpringOUT PRIDE Festival Canberra, Braddon
Next on 1 Nov 2025
Workshop
12 Jun 2024 – 31 Dec 2025

Candle Making Class

Teacher's studio, Braddon
Next on today from 7:00pm to 8:45pm
A table of two set for dinner with meals and wine glasses.

Restaurant Two14

Braddon, ACT
Over $30
Night street view of Corella Bar

Corella Restaurant & Bar

Braddon, ACT
Over $30
Central tree in arts precinct

Gorman Arts Centre

Braddon, ACT
Three men standing and smiling

B-Side

Braddon, ACT
Not specified
Patrons in an ice cream store

Gelato Messina Braddon

Braddon, ACT
Not specified
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