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ACT Restaurants With Vegan Options

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...
Molto Italian

Molto Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
Frankies at Forde

Frankies at Forde

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens at 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....
Set MenuFrom $79ppExperience the vibrant flavours of Vietnam with the Ben Thành Set Menu at The Q Dining. Priced at $79pp or $147pp with wine pairing, this multi-course journey showcases fragrant Angus beef wrapped ...
Coffee Guru Franklin

Coffee Guru Franklin

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Franklin

Our All-Day BreakfastEggs, Avo & CoffeeStart your day with our all-day breakfast at Coffee Guru Franklin. Enjoy eggs Benedict, smashed avo, big breakfasts and freshly brewed coffee in a relaxed, sunny café. Perfect for morning catch-ups...
Rubicon Restaurant

Rubicon Restaurant

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

Griffith

Contemporary Australian CuisineTaste, Style, ServiceHere at Rubicon Restaurant we serve contemporary Australian cuisine in intimate, stylish surroundings in Griffith, Canberra. We craft seasonal menus with small tastes, mains, and desserts, paired w...
Highroad

Highroad

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

Dickson

Light Bites, Big Flavours & Great CoffeeBreakfast, Brunch, CoffeeAt Highroad By Day, we invite you to enjoy breakfast, brunch and lunch from 7am daily in Dickson. We serve seasonal dishes and elevated takes on classics alongside hearty and light lunch options, a...
Share The LoveSet MenuA set of tasting menu of our most popular items, portioned for you according to the number of people. Available everyday from $79-$89 pp. Head to our booking systems for further details
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...
China Tea Club

China Tea Club

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens Mon 11:30 AM

Lyneham

The vision of homesick students from Hong Kong, the China Tea Club on Montford Crescent in Lyneham is the place to head for Asian fare with flair. This hidden Canberra gem is locally loved for its ...
Catbird

Catbird

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Parkes

Find a distinctive yet approachable take on café dining, celebrating fresh, seasonal and vegetable-forward dishes, at Catbird on Constitution Avenue in Parkes. Inspired by the café founder’s migrat...
Lilong by Taste of Shanghai Canberra
A Taste of Shanghai in CanberraShare the FlavourLilong by Taste of Shanghai Canberra brings the heart and flavour of authentic Shanghai street and community dining to City Walk in Canberra CBD. Enjoy signature steamed soup dumplings, pan-fried p...
The Jetty

The Jetty

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

Parkes

Panoramic Dining at The JettyYour Lakeside EscapeWe’re a lakefront café, bar and beer garden on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra. Enjoy specialty coffee, casual bites, seasonal dishes and refreshing drinks, including local Bentspoke ...
Cafe D'lish

Cafe D'lish

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Mon 6:00 AM

Deakin

Hot Cross Buns Coming soon!Hot cross buns will be available from the 23rd of February to the 2nd of April. Orders are accepted.
The Glasshouse Cafe

The Glasshouse Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Mon 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...
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...
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...
OHNO!

OHNO!

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Griffith

Southeast Asia, ReimaginedEat Bold, Drink BoldAt OHNO!, we’re all about bold Pan-Asian flavours, playful dishes, and good times. Our menu takes classic Southeast Asian recipes and gives them a modern twist, from shareable plates to inventive m...