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Canberra Restaurants

Canberra has it all - innovative cuisine, unmatched hospitality and one-of-a-kind dining experiences - Canberra's finest restaurants consistently deliver all this and more. With so many options, deciding where to begin and what to eat can be overwhelming; beyond that, you cannot possibly exceed the culinary feast these restaurants have to offer. Prepare for a treat! We've got a list of the best restaurants in Canberra with reviews and ratings.

Popular Cuisines : Cafe  Modern Australian  Indian  Chinese  Italian  Japanese  Asian  Thai  

Rakkas Restaurant

Rakkas Restaurant

Turkish   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Kingston

12 Chef Hat Award
Your Next Favourite Dining DestinationBook your table now!Whether it's a relaxed dinner, a family celebration or a night out with friends, Rakkas delivers a warm, welcoming atmosphere paired with genuine hospitality. Blending contemporary style with Medit...
Chatkazz Canberra

Chatkazz Canberra

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Gungahlin

Special Lunch Menu At Chatkazz - Authentic Flavours Of India11 a.m. to 4 p.m.Our Special Lunch Menu is thoughtfully crafted to satisfy every craving, whether you're in the mood for a hearty North Indian meal, aromatic biryani, comforting dal-rice, vibrant street food, or cl...
Molto Italian

Molto Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Kingston

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Overlooking the waters of Lake Burley Griffin on Eastlake Parade in Kingston, Molto Italian brings the warmth and generosity of Italian dining to one of Canberra’s most scenic locations. Inspired b...
Water’s Edge Canberra

Water’s Edge Canberra

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Parkes

12 Chef Hat Award
Sharing MenuSharing Menu for Two This menu design to share. We need minimum 2 people up to any even numbers.
Otis Dining Hall

Otis Dining Hall

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Kingston

14 Chef Hat Award
Celebrating the best of the region on Jardine Street in Kingston, Otis Dining Hall offers a warm, relaxed setting where seasonal ingredients take centre stage—from premium wagyu to aromatic winter ...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Fine Dining"
The Boat House

The Boat House

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Barton

13 Chef Hat Award
Surrounded by private parkland overlooking Lake Burley Griffin, The Boat House is the ideal place to relax and enjoy award-winning dining. Escape from the city life of Canberra and enjoy stunning l...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Japanese"
Raku Dining

Raku Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Canberra CBD

14 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Tantalise tastebuds with modern Japanese fare at Raku Dining on Bunda Street in Canberra. Combining the precision of Oriental cuisine with the vibrant energy of Mod Oz dining, Raku is all sleek lin...
Harmonie German Club

Harmonie German Club

German   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Narrabundah

Tuesday Schnitzel Night Tues your schnitty!Schnitzels start at $15, to upgrade to a parmi or jager just add $5!
Flui

Flui

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Canberra CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Showcasing the rich diversity of Australia’s culinary identity, Flui on Northbourne Avenue in the heart of Canberra’s CBD blends native ingredients with global influences. Located in a heritage-lis...
Vice Restaurant

Vice Restaurant

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Canberra

$25 Lunch SpecialTuesday - Saturday 12-3pmOur VICE $25 lunch special is built for a proper midday meal - whether you’re in a rush, or settling in. Choose between mussels in house-made arrabbiata with sourdough, or a prime-rib beef burger w...
The Q Dining

The Q Dining

Vietnamese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Phillip

Thursday Set Menu Special$55 per person Minimum 2 guestJoin us every Thursday for a special three-course set menu showcasing the dishes our guests keep coming back for, from crisp duck confit spring rolls to our signature roasted chicken supreme and mo...
Breakfast Burritos at CatbirdA Must-try!Build your perfect breakfast burrito at Catbird. Choose your size — One Hand $18.50, Two Hands $23, or Bowl $22 — then pick your filling from the So-Cal, Cowboy, or Farmers Market Burrito. Customis...
Mornings start strong and lunches linger a little longer at Ground & Graze on Grazier Lane in Belconnen — a vibrant café destination where specialty coffee, season-driven breakfasts and fresh, flav...
OHNO!

OHNO!

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Griffith

Loud flavours, classics flipped on their head and a night that only gets better as it unravels - OHNO! on Flinders Way in Griffith is a bold and unapologetically exciting modern Pan-Asian dining de...
East Row Cafe

East Row Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Canberra

Housed within the iconic Sydney Building on London Circuit in Canberra, East Row Cafe is a vibrant modern Australian café where the heritage charm of a landmark address meets warm, contemporary hos...
IKKO Canberra

IKKO Canberra

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Belconnen

Situated on Grazier La, Belconnen, IKKO Canberra is a vibrant Japanese dining destination bringing authentic flavours and modern energy to Canberra’s growing food scene. Nestled in the heart of the...
La Capanna

La Capanna

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Kingston

A Kingston staple on Giles Street, La Capanna delivers classic Italian dining in a warm, no-fuss setting. Inside, timber accents and a relaxed atmosphere set the tone, while streetside tables invit...
Blu Ginger Canberra

Blu Ginger Canberra

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Canberra CBD

Some restaurants serve food. Blu Ginger on Genge Street in Canberra serves memories — the authentic, deeply personal flavours of India that Chef Hari Prasad Sharma grew up with and has spent over 2...