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.

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
Are staff are dedicated hospitality professionals

The Peacemaker Saloon

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

Okami Japanese Restaurant - Braddon

TripAdvisor rating10 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
Mercure Canberra Front Exterior
25 Apr 2026

ANZAC Day at Mercure Canberra & Olims Bar and Bistro

Mercure Canberra, Braddon
Next on 25 Apr 2026 from 6:00am to 10:00pm
Inside Venue

Romanée Wine Bar

Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Custom made terrariums

Moxom and Whitney

Braddon, ACT
Family-friendly free event at Mercure Canberra
28 Jun 2025

Warm Soup Cool Jazz at Mercure Canberra

Carlton Room at Mercure Canberra, Braddon
Next on 28 Jun 2025 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Night street view of Corella Bar

Corella Restaurant & Bar

Braddon, ACT
Over $30
Tacos, Burgers & Wings!

Taco Boi

Braddon, ACT
Under $20
A vibrant storefront of POP Canberra with three smiling staff members outside, promoting local goods

POP Canberra

Braddon, ACT
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
Dark building exterior in front of a sunset

Grease Monkey

Braddon, ACT
Not specified
Central tree in arts precinct

Gorman Arts Centre

Braddon, ACT
A table of two set for dinner with meals and wine glasses.

Restaurant Two14

Braddon, ACT
Over $30
entrance of the venue

HeyCan Pool & Billiards Hall

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

Haig Park Village Markets

Haig Park, Braddon
Next on 22 Jun 2025 from 8:00am to 2:00pm
Corner seating inside restaurant

B-Side

Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Best Beer Festival
21 Mar 2026

Canberra Craft Beer & Cider Festival

Mercure Canberra, Braddon
Next on 21 Mar 2026 from 11:00am to 6:00pm
Patrons in an ice cream store

Gelato Messina Braddon

Braddon, ACT
Not specified
Drag King with tophat
1–30 Nov 2025

Canberra SpringOUT Pride Festival

Canberra SpringOUT PRIDE Festival Canberra, Braddon
Next on 1 Nov 2025
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