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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 ...
Water’s Edge Canberra

Water’s Edge Canberra

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 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...
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 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...
Molto Italian

Molto Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 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 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....
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...
The District - Crace

The District - Crace

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 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!
Highroad

Highroad

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 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 Tue 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 Tue 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...
Salters at Dirty Janes Canberra

Salters at Dirty Janes Canberra

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Tue 10:00 AM

Fyshwick

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 Tue 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...
Blu Ginger Canberra

Blu Ginger Canberra

Indian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 11:30 AM

Canberra CBD

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 Tue 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...