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Christmas Lunch Thursday, 25 DecemberCelebrate Christmas Day 2025 with a festive five-course lunch at Pavilion Restaurant, Pialligo Estate from 12:00pm. Enjoy seasonal delights, a glass of sparkling on arrival, and holiday cheer in a ...
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...
Otis Dining Hall

Otis Dining Hall

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

Kingston

14 Chef Hat Award
A Culinary Journey: 5-Course Degustation at Water’s Edge$115ppIndulge in a refined culinary journey at Water’s Edge Canberra with our 5-Course Degustation Menu at $115pp. Enjoy dishes like Cured Sashimi Salmon, Honey Spiced Hawkesbury Duck, Kangaroo Fillet, a...
Molto Italian

Molto Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

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 Thu 6:00 PM

Barton

14 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 2020 - French"
Les Bistronomes

Les Bistronomes

French   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Christmas PartyCome and enjoy free pizzaDecember 20th 3pm-5pm we will be hosting a Christmas Party. With free pizza, live music, santa and a snow cone van out the front!
Jewel of India

Jewel of India

Indian   $$$$$   Open Now

Manuka

For a burst of vibrancy in both flavour and culture in Manuka, book in for a delectable culinary experience at Jewel of India restaurant on Bougainville Street. Recently refurbished, Jewel of India...
Silo Bakery

Silo Bakery

European   $$$$$   Open Now

Kingston

Part Brooklyn, part Parisian – that's Silo Bakery on Giles Street in Kingston. From a room full of Australian and European cheese to freshly baked bread, this happily buzzing Canberra café is alive...
Follow the tantalising aroma of pizza cooking in the wood-fired oven to find SoLita Pizzeria & Pasta Bar on London Circuit in the heart of Canberra. Emphasising welcoming and friendly service and w...
that's what you'll find at newly opened Salters at Dirty Janes on Collie Street in Fyshwick. This Canberra café is the younger sibling of Salters in Bowral, offering delicious coffee, breakfast and...
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...
Cyber Brewing Co on Hinder Street in Gungahlin is a vibrant hub for craft beer enthusiasts, blending innovation with a welcoming community spirit. The brewery boasts an industrial-chic interior, wh...
Palak Patta Chaat – Crispy Indian Street SnackA Must Try!Blu Ginger Canberra presents Palak Patta Chaat—a crispy, crunchy, and tangy street-food classic with a gourmet twist. Fresh spinach leaves are lightly battered, fried to perfection, and topped with...
OHNO!

OHNO!

Asian   $$$$$   Open Now

Griffith

Happy Hour4-6pm daily in the bar!$15 cocktails, $10 wines, $7 tap beers. Every day of the week from 4-6pm!
Capital Eatery

Capital Eatery

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Canberra CBD

Pub Classics With A TwistFeast At Capital EateryAt Capital Eatery, we’re serving comfort food done right — think golden fish and chips, crispy parmis topped with rich sauce and melted cheese, and flavour-packed tacos that bring a little fiesta t...
Portia's Place

Portia's Place

Chinese   $$$$$   Open Now

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...