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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...
Otis Dining Hall

Otis Dining Hall

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 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 2019 - Japanese"
Raku Dining

Raku Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Wed 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...
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 Wed 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 Wed 12:00 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 Wed 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 - French"
Les Bistronomes

Les Bistronomes

French   $$$$$   Opens Wed 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...
Frankies at Forde

Frankies at Forde

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens Wed 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...
The District - Crace

The District - Crace

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

Crace

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!
SuburbanThai

SuburbanThai

Thai   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Canberra CBD

Chef’s Favourites at Suburban ThaiBook Now!Suburban Thai serves up bold, flavour-packed Chef’s Specials made for sharing. Think crispy chicken in cashew and chilli jam, garlic prawns with baby bok choy, salt-and-chilli calamari, tempura fis...
The Italian Place

The Italian Place

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 12:00 PM

Braddon

Restaurant & Catering Association
Highroad

Highroad

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 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 ...
de' Loca Fusion

de' Loca Fusion

Fusion   $$$$$   Opens Wed 7:30 AM

Dickson

In the heart of Dickson Canberra, de’ Loca Fusion on Challis Street brings together a café, restaurant and bar under one warm, community-minded roof. By day, it’s a lively destination for specialty...
The Glasshouse Cafe

The Glasshouse Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 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...
The Jetty

The Jetty

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

Parkes

Set along the glistening waters of Lake Burley Griffin on Queen Elizabeth Terrace in Parkes, The Jetty is a lively, laid-back destination where locals and visitors gather to relax and enjoy the bes...
Cafe D'lish

Cafe D'lish

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 6:00 AM

Deakin

Bringing simple, satisfying flavours to Hopetoun Circuit in Deakin, Café D’lish is a welcoming local spot known for its fresh handmade sandwiches, house-baked cakes and fantastic coffee. The menu f...
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 Wed 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 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...