Canberra is a great destination for food lovers. Relax in a stylish cafe. Dine with a view. Taste award-winning wines and fresh produce at a vineyard cafe or restaurant. With more than 300 restaurants, cafes and pubs, the dining scene just gets better and better.
Award-winning hospitality schools produce talented chefs. Try fantastic local regional produce and cool climate wines. Cafes, restaurants, pubs, hotels and venues offer culinary creations from simple, hearty family meals to stunning degustation menus.
From appetisers to that final zest, Canberra is a gourmet destination full of unexpected delights.
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3seeds - growing your food experience. Visit Andrew Haskins' fabulous concept store to access a cooking school, gourmet store and café. Take individual day or evening cooking classes. Options include Italian, Thai, barbeque and basic techniques. No previous experience necessary. Shop for house...
Visit the Rugby Union Club (RUC) for their modern bistro, stylish decor and a great range of tap beers and wines by the glass. The RUC has a relaxed pub-style atmosphere. It is only a short walk from Kingston and the Parliamentary triangle. Guests are always welcome. Membership is only five...
Stop by the Ainslie Football and Social Club for meals, drinks, poker machines, entertainment and internet access. Choose your meals from their alll-weather cook your own barbeque area, the fantastic carvery or pizza oven. Challenge your friends and family at the pool tables. Watch all the...
For a dining experience to remember, try Alto at the top of Telstra Tower. This revolving restaurant has just been completely refurbished and the new owners promise unforgettable fine dining. Chef Kurt Neumann, previously of Artespresso and Ottoman, is sure to deliver on this promise. With
Aubergine is the gastronomic gem of suburban Canberra, its beautifully presented food and attractive interior making it an elegant spot to dine. The menu features seasonal dishes made with an eye for creativity and technical skill. The menu reflects the experience of Chef Ben Willis with strong...
If you are a wine connoisseur, or just love drinking in lovely surrounds, then Benchmark Wine Bar is for you. They serve over 100 wines by the glass and more than 400 by the bottle from both new and old world countries. Dine at Benchmark. Their menu is European based and French influenced. Try...
Bicicletta, designed as a rustic bistro fused with chic industrial style, is in the award winning Diamant Hotel Canberra. Bicicletta offers authentic hand-made Italian fare, with a focus on fresh local produce and simplistic old-country culinary techniques. Superb local and international wines...
Dine on the foreshore of Lake Burley Griffin. Enjoy a modern fusion menu with a picturesque atmosphere. Have your pre-dinner drinks on the deck or in front of an open fire during winter. Watch the local wildlife from any of the three private rooms. Functions cater from 15 to 420 people. Lake...
Head to the Tradies in Dickson for a great value experience. Enjoy drinks and food at excellent prices. Their giant schitnzels are legendary! Play the pokies, or check out the latest sports on the big screen televisions. The beer garden is great year round. Hear live bands every Friday and...
Have a flutter at Casino Canberra. Experience excellent service, stylish ambience and world-class facilities. Play Blackjack, Roulette, Rapid Roulette electronic gaming, Mini-Baccarat, Poker, Money Wheel and more. Enjoy live entertainment Friday and Saturday nights from 9pm. Relive the 1980s and
Try the well established Chairman and Yip and discover a special brand of Asian cuisine. Seafood is a speciality, with exotic ingredients like sea snails and sea cucumber regularly on offer. Choose from an a la carte menu, or range of banquet and degustation menus. Their award winning wine list
If you're after old-fashioned pub culture, head to the Civic Pub in Braddon. They're only a few minutes walk from the city centre. If you want a good game of pool, the Civic Pub displays all the classic pool hall traditions. Enjoy their two licensed bars, music and a bistro. They also have...
Courgette is the second venture of celebrated Sydney-born and European-trained chef James Mussillon. Offering French-inspired Australian cuisine, the philosophy of Courgette is rooted in the combination of simplicity and freshness of the basic elements, with adventurous complexity of sauces and...
Crisps Lane Cafe is located at Yass Valley Wines at Murrumbateman. The Cafe is beautifully situated overlooking both the Yass Valley Wines vineyard and the pastures and vines of their neighbours in the valley. From the north facing verandah or the full length windows in the cafe guests enjoy...
Debacle is a casual joint close to the City specialising in snack-type dishes such as pizzas and tapas-style plates. Try some of the best Modern Australian food in town. Their emphasis is on fresh produce. Debacle is a relaxed, something-for-everyone pub which is a great draw for indecisive...
Visit Dendy Cinemas for the latest in cinema technology and cinema luxury. Dendy Cinemas feature over 1100 luxurious seats spread over nine screens and two Premium Class Cinemas. The Premium Class Cinemas boasts their own exclusive lounge, in-seat dining, bar service and opulent electric...
Dieci e Mezzo is a new venture from local restaurateur Fiona Wright and chef James Kidman, formerly of Otto Ristorante in Sydney. As the name implies, the food and ambience are Italian-in style, with an emphasis on simple dishes made with top-quality ingredients. The kitchen draws on local...
Canberra's northern suburbs have a great new dining venue in Ellacure, a stylish yet casual restaurant serving modern Australian food with an Italian twist. The wine list draws heavily on Canberra District wines and there is an outdoor terrace for alfresco dining. Chef Andrews Hollands and front
Shop for everyday foods or gastronomical treats at the Fyshwick Fresh Food Markets. Choose from delicious delicatessen condiments, Canberra wines, fresh fruit, vegetables and seafood. Asian grocers and specialty stores sell everything from crocodile and goat meat to fresh pasta. Give your senses a
The George is opposite Cockington Green Gardens; perfect for relaxing after playing tourist. There's plenty of room to enjoy a meal and drink with family and friends in front of their large open fire. Choose from their comprehensive pub menu, dinner menu and special kids menu. Make the most of...
Enjoy excellent Australian cuisine with a radical Asian influence at The Ginger Room inside Old Parliament House. The Ginger Room is presided over by one of Australia's leading chefs and a team of committed professionals. Their superb professional service, excellent wine list and spectacular...
Wander through art galleries, gift shops, specialty stores and leatherworks in this heritage village. Visit Cockington Green Gardens, the Australian Reptile Centre, the Bird Walk and the National Dinosaur Museum. Relax at your choice of restaurants, cafes or the lively George Harcourt Inn. See
Built as a hostel in 1924, Gorman House Arts Centre is located in a graceful heritage precinct just five minutes from the City Centre. Gorman House Arts Centre is home to visual artists; theatre and dance companies; and arts organisations. It houses the award winning Sage Cafe and a lively arts...
You will feel right at home at Grandmas Little Bakery. Visit them at Fedra Olive Grove for magnificent view across the olive farm. Enjoy delicious homemade meals, casseroles, pastries, pies, sweets, breads, dips and great coffee. Grandma's unique blend of traditional flavours and recipes are...
Dine in a beautifully refurbished 1865 country pub in a restaurant known for its fine food, wine and coffee. The chef brings innovative flavours to the menu with an emphasis on seasonal and organic food. Try local produce such as yabbies, Bungendore beef or locally farmed silver perch. Choose...