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"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...
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 ...
Nestled along the Molonglo River on Kallaroo Road, Pialligo Estate by Create Catering is a premier destination for dining and events in Canberra. Just ten minutes from the CBD, the estate offers a ...
Rakkas Restaurant

Rakkas Restaurant

Turkish   $$$$$   Opens Tue 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...
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...
Frankies at Forde

Frankies at Forde

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens Tue 8:00 AM

Gungahlin

Host Your Next Function at FrankiesEnquire Today!Celebrate in style at Frankie’s at Forde! Perfect for groups of 10+, enjoy share platters including crispy chicken, halloumi bites, pork belly, mushroom bruschetta, squid, chicken skewers and more....
Feed Me Lunch Menu$45 PPBanana Leaf’s Feed Me Lunch offers a vibrant Sri Lankan–inspired shared feast. Enjoy chicken pan rolls, devilled cashews, parmesan fries, fragrant fish biriyani, vegetarian kotthu rotti, and creamy...
Highroad

Highroad

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Dickson

Bringing a fresh, community-focused energy to Woolley Street in Dickson, Highroad is dedicated to serving ethically sourced, thoughtfully crafted food and beverages with a strong emphasis on local ...
The Glasshouse Cafe

The Glasshouse Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Canberra

The Glasshouse Cafe on Binara Street, Canberra welcomes guests with sunlit warmth, fresh coffee aromas and a friendly, relaxed energy in the heart of the city. Its diverse menu spans wholesome home...
Jewel of India

Jewel of India

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 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 Tue 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 Tue 12:00 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...
The District - Crace

The District - Crace

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Crace

Best Family Friendly Venue ACT AHA Awards 2025This year we had the honour of being awarded Best Family Friendly Venue
Clover Dining

Clover Dining

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

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...
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...
OHNO!

OHNO!

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Griffith

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