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Melbourne CupTuesday, 4th NovemberCelebrate Melbourne Cup in style at Pialligo Estate on Tuesday 4 November 2025 with a refined Pavilion Dining experience. Enjoy a chef’s tasting menu, Mumm Champagne beverage package, sweepstakes, ...
Rakkas Restaurant

Rakkas Restaurant

Turkish   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Kingston

12 Chef Hat Award
Blending the rich culinary traditions of Istanbul with the vibrant culture of Australia, head to Rakkas Restaurant on Eastlake Parade in Kingston for an unforgettable dining experience. This Canber...
Molto Italian

Molto Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Kingston

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
For authentic Italian run by Canberra stalwart Carlo Tosolini, look no further than Molto Italian at the Kingston Foreshore. This seaside trattoria boasts modern interiors of high ceilings, dark wo...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Fine Dining"
The Boat House

The Boat House

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

Barton

14 Chef Hat Award
Lake Side Sesh | Spring TimeBook your spring sesh!Celebrate spring at The Boat House with our Lake Side Sesh on Friday, October 24, 2025. From 6–10pm, enjoy bottomless cocktails, local wines and ales, live DJ sets, lawn games, and an iconic ride o...
Take in scenic views of Lake Burley Griffin while dining at Waters Edge restaurant on Parkes Place in Canberra. Located in the middle of the international flag presentation on the lakeshore, this t...
Weeknight Feasts at The District – CraceTry us today!Make your evenings easy (and delicious) with The District’s Weekday Dinner Specials from 5pm! Dine in and dig into rotating favourites like $20 pizza or pasta on Mondays, juicy burgers with fries o...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - French"
Les Bistronomes

Les Bistronomes

French   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Campbell

14 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
For a culinary journey with a distinctly French theme in Canberra, treat yourself and loved ones to a dining experience at Les Bistronomes located on Blamey Place in Campbell. Inside, this warm and...
Crispy Pork Belly PerfectionTaste the new specialIntroducing our new special – Crispy Pork Belly served with silky mashed pumpkin, tender broccolini, pickled grapes, and finished with a rich red wine jus. A perfect harmony of crunch, sweetness, a...
SoLita Pizzeria & Pasta Bar

SoLita Pizzeria & Pasta Bar

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Canberra CBD

Salsiccia e Cavolo Nero risottoVisit Us Today!Creamy Carnaroli rice cooked to perfection with a vibrant Tuscan kale pesto (cavolo nero), paired with house-made Italian pork sausage infused with fennel, chili, and roasted red capsicum purée. Fi...
Ultra SLAM at Cypher Brewing Co.Grip Hard. Slam Harder.Get ready Canberra. Ultra SLAM hits Cypher Brewing Co. 25–26 Oct 2025. We’ve teamed up with Ultra Gym & Slam Wrestling for two days of chaos: live wrestling, grip comps (Crusher, Hub, Thumb Blaster...
Nestled along London Circuit in the heart of Canberra’s CBD, Clover Dining is a sanctuary for those who love food crafted with both precision and imagination. Its warm, contemporary interiors balan...
Capital Eatery

Capital Eatery

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Canberra CBD

Wake Up with Flavour at Capital EateryTry Us Today!Start your day right at Capital Eatery with a breakfast menu that hits all the right notes. From the hearty big breakfast and creamy mushroom tartane to fresh, flavour-packed options like the Tusca...
OHNO!

OHNO!

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Griffith

Express Lunch$39pp Wed-FriWeekday Express Lunch Menu (min 2ppl) to share: house pickles, starter, main, rice and salad for $39pp. Add a tap beer or house wine for just $5!
Naadam

Naadam

Mongolian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Phillip

Discover Mongolia’s unique style of food and culture at Nadaam on Corinna Street in Phillip. This Canberra restaurant exudes style with a marble counter, wooden panelling and statement wall art, se...
Otis Dining Hall

Otis Dining Hall

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

Kingston

14 Chef Hat Award
Experience the taste of fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere at Otis Dining Hall, an establishment popular among a crowd of suave Kingston locals. Set on Jardine Street, Otis offers an ambient escap...
White Rabbit

White Rabbit

High Tea   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Canberra CBD

Tipsy Tea – High Tea With a TwistSip in styleStep into Wonderland every weekend with White Rabbit’s Tipsy Tea – a high tea experience with a playful edge. Indulge in towers of delicate savoury bites and decadent desserts, perfectly paired wit...
Blu Ginger Canberra

Blu Ginger Canberra

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Canberra CBD

Adding a dash of exotic spices to the lively dining scene of Canberra’s Genge Street is Blu Ginger Indian Restaurant. Featuring a vast, vibrant and contemporary interior, as well as a high standard...
Functions Made Easy at Frankie’sBook your function nowAt Frankie’s at Forde, we make hosting simple with flexible catering packages designed to suit every occasion. From $25pp share platters with crowd favourites like pork belly bites, halloumi, and s...
Kivotos

Kivotos

Greek   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Canberra CBD

Share The LoveSet MenuA set of tasting menu of our most popular items, portioned for you according to the number of people. Available everyday from $79-$89 pp. Head to our booking systems for further details
Portia's Place

Portia's Place

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Kingston

Take in the sounds of sizzling hot pots and tantalising aromas wafting from the kitchen at Portia’s Place on Kennedy Street in Kingston. This restaurant comes alive with the consistent hum of livel...