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ACT Restaurants With Bar

Otis Dining Hall

Otis Dining Hall

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 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 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...
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...
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....
Christmas Day Lunch25th December Banana Leaf Restaurant celebrates Christmas 2025 with a vibrant three-course à la carte feast. Start with festive favourites like turkey pan rolls, tempura prawn ‘festive crackers’ or a summery Cey...
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!
The Italian Place

The Italian Place

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Braddon

Restaurant & Catering Association
The Italian Place on Mort Street in Braddon brings a relaxed, welcoming charm to classic Italian dining. Celebrating the rich diversity of Italy’s regional flavours, the menu moves from the hearty ...
Bringing the flavours of Shanghai to City Walk in Canberra, Lilong by Taste of Shanghai showcases the authentic dishes that have defined the family-owned Taste of Shanghai Group since 2006. With a ...
de' Loca Fusion

de' Loca Fusion

Fusion   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
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...
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...
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!
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...
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...