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.

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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.

An image of Haig Park Village Markets
27 Sep 2026

Spring Sustainability Market at Haig Park Village Markets

Haig Park, Braddon
Next on today from 8:00am to 2:00pm
Best Beer Festival
20 Mar 2027

Canberra Craft Beer & Cider Festival

Mercure Canberra, Braddon
Next on 20 Mar 2027 from 11:00am to 6:00pm
An image of a lady with a snake around her neck. A child nearby pats the snake.
4–11 Oct 2026

Haig Park Spring School Holidays

Haig Park, Braddon
Next on 4 Oct 2026 from 8:00am to 2:00pm
A photo of a textile print using stamps in round shapes in blue and pink
15 Nov 2026

Pattern Play

Ainslie Arts Centre, Braddon
Next on 15 Nov 2026 from 10:00am to 3:00pm
Hands hold a clay sphere, poking holes in with a tool for decoration
14 Nov 2026

Reflective Clay Workshop

Ainslie Arts Centre, Braddon
Next on 14 Nov 2026
Inside Venue

Romanée Wine Bar

Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Charcuterie board

Restaurant Two14

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

Taco Boi

Braddon, ACT
Under $20
Patrons in an ice cream store

Gelato Messina Braddon

Braddon, ACT
Not specified
A vibrant storefront of POP Canberra with three smiling staff members outside, promoting local goods

POP Canberra

Braddon, ACT
Corner seating inside restaurant

B-Side

Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Haig Park

Haig Park

Braddon, ACT
front side

Jarochos

Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
shopfront

Bar Outro

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
haricutandscalp

Fanaeians Barber and Spa

Braddon, ACT
San Marzano Tomatoes, Fior de latte, Double smoke ham, Mushrooms and Olives finish with Oregano

Bella Pizza CBR

Braddon, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Entrance to market
12 Jan 2025 – 27 Feb 2028

Haig Park Village Markets

Haig Park, Braddon
Next on today from 8:00am to 2:00pm
Drag King with tophat
31 Oct – 30 Nov 2026

Canberra SpringOUT Pride Festival

Canberra SpringOUT PRIDE Festival Canberra, Braddon
Next on 31 Oct 2026
Night street view of Corella Bar

Corella Restaurant and Bar

Braddon, ACT
Over $30
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