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"Readers' Choice 2019 - Japanese"
Raku Dining

Raku Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

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...
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 ...
Rakkas Restaurant

Rakkas Restaurant

Turkish   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 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...
Otis Dining Hall

Otis Dining Hall

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

Kingston

14 Chef Hat Award
Water’s Edge Canberra

Water’s Edge Canberra

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

Parkes

12 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   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 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"
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   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 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...
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!
Ureshii Japanese Restaurant

Ureshii Japanese Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Greenway

Cafe June Canberra

Cafe June Canberra

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 7:00 AM

Braddon

Cafe June Canberra on Lonsdale Street in Braddon is a bright, modern retreat that blends effortless style with a relaxed community vibe. Sunlight filters through large windows, illuminating soft ti...
Jewel of India

Jewel of India

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

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   $$$$$   Opens Wed 7:00 AM

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...
SoLita Pizzeria & Pasta Bar

SoLita Pizzeria & Pasta Bar

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Canberra CBD

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...
Clover Dining

Clover Dining

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Canberra CBD

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...
Flui

Flui

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Canberra CBD

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...
Cafe' Mame'

Cafe' Mame'

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 7:00 AM

Melba

Brunch & Beyond at Café MaméBook Now!Café Mamé invites you to indulge in a menu full of flavour and comfort. From our house-made pork & fennel sausage roll to rosemary lamb ragu linguine, there’s something for every craving. Sweet too...
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...