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Water’s Edge Canberra

Water’s Edge Canberra

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Parkes

12 Chef Hat Award
10 Nov 25 -
31 Dec 26

A Culinary Journey: 5-Course Degustation at Water’s Edge

$115pp

Indulge 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... more
Water’s Edge Canberra

Water’s Edge Canberra

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Parkes

12 Chef Hat Award
13 Dec 25 -
31 Jan 27

Dining Domes

3-course Dinner

Enjoy an exclusive Dining Dome Experience at Water’s Edge Restaurant, Dine in style and comfort in your private, exclusive and warm Dining Dome or book a table of two in a sharing dome where you sh... more
Water’s Edge Canberra

Water’s Edge Canberra

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Parkes

12 Chef Hat Award
13 Dec 25 -
19 Apr 27

High Tea

High Tea $65pp

Indulge in the ultimate high tea Canberra experience at Water’s Edge, where elegance meets flavour. Set against the stunning views of Lake Burley Griffin, our gluten free high tea offers a luxuriou... more
Water’s Edge Canberra

Water’s Edge Canberra

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Parkes

12 Chef Hat Award
6 Jan -
31 Dec

Sharing Menu

Sharing Menu for Two

This menu design to share. We need minimum 2 people up to any even numbers. more
Otis Dining Hall

Otis Dining Hall

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Kingston

14 Chef Hat Award
5 Feb -
5 May

Pepper Steak Perfection at Otis

Rich, Bold & Delicious

At Otis, we serve bold, flavour-packed dishes that keep guests coming back. Our Pepper Steak is a house favourite — perfectly cooked, rich, and finished with a signature sauce that’s unapologetical... more
Otis Dining Hall

Otis Dining Hall

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Kingston

14 Chef Hat Award
5 Feb -
5 May

A Complete Culinary Journey at Otis

From Entrée to Dessert

At Otis, we invite you to enjoy a 3-course dining experience for $100pp, featuring seasonal salad, chef’s bread, and expertly crafted dishes. We serve inventive entrees like Stuffed Zucchini Flower... more
Raku Dining

Raku Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Canberra CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
2 Feb -
2 May

Quick Gourmet Japanese Lunch

Monday - Friday

Enjoy our weekday-only Express Lunch for $60 per guest (min. 2 guests). Begin with our Sashimi Santen, chef’s maki roll, seasonal vegetable tempura, and Japanese miso & dashi soup. Choose between N... more
La Capanna

La Capanna

Italian   $$$$$

Kingston

30 Mar -
30 Jun

Group Banquetat La Capanna

Authentic Italian Feast

Host your next group meal at La Capanna with one of our easy banquet menus. Designed for 4+ guests, each banquet includes favourites like fresh focaccia, bruschetta, insalata, pizzas and pastas jus... more
La Capanna

La Capanna

Italian   $$$$$

Kingston

30 Mar -
30 Jun

Family-Friendly Italian Dining

Timeless Flavours

At La Capanna, we serve classic Italian favourites in the heart of Kingston with warm, unfussy hospitality and rustic charm. From wood-fired pizzas with fresh toppings to hearty pasta dishes and It... more
Harmonie German Club

Harmonie German Club

German   $$$$$   Open Now

Narrabundah

1-5
Apr

Pasta on parade!

Try one today!

We have a delicious selection of pasta, and this week the Head Chef, Sujan, has made pasta our dish of the week! Try our pork & beef ragu, home made pesto, chicken bacon carbonara, chilli king praw... more
Harmonie German Club

Harmonie German Club

German   $$$$$   Open Now

Narrabundah

2 Apr -
30 Jun

The legendary Pork Knuckle

Our signature dish!

Our delectable signature dish: The delicious Pork Knuckle. Served with delicious mashed potato, red cabbage & sauerkraut, fried onions, with haus gravy & apple sauce, this main is available every d... more
Harmonie German Club

Harmonie German Club

German   $$$$$   Open Now

Narrabundah

7 Apr -
30 Jun

Tuesday Schnitzel Night

Starting at just $12!

The Harmonie German Club's Tuesday schnitzel night is a well loved tradition. Held every Tuesday, schnitzels start from $12 for members! With chicken, pork, veal and tofu on the menu, you get to ch... more
Cafe Viin

Cafe Viin

Cafe   $$$$$

Pearce

30 Jan -
30 Apr

From Coffee to Fine Dining

Elegant Evenings

At Café Viin, we serve fresh breakfasts, lunch specials, and expertly brewed coffee in a cosy, relaxed space. In the evenings, our French-inspired bistro menu features gnocchi, grilled octopus, and... more
The Q Dining

The Q Dining

Vietnamese   $$$$$

Phillip

12 Jan 26 -
12 Feb 27

$16 Q signature cocktails

$16 Cocktails Thursday

Join us every Thursday evening from 5:30–9pm for half-price Q Signature Cocktails. Inspired by the streets of Saigon and shaped with a modern touch, our cocktails balance fresh fruit, aromatics ... more
The Q Dining

The Q Dining

Vietnamese   $$$$$

Phillip

21 Jan -
30 Apr

Set Menu

From $79pp

Experience 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 ... more
Coffee Guru Franklin

Coffee Guru Franklin

Cafe   $$$$$

Franklin

11 Feb -
11 May

Gourmet Lunch & Friendly Vibes

Wraps, Burgers & Salads

Enjoy our lunch menu at Coffee Guru Franklin, featuring wraps, melts, salads and gourmet burgers. Fresh, seasonal ingredients and friendly service make every visit a tasty, relaxed experience in Fr... more
Coffee Guru Franklin

Coffee Guru Franklin

Cafe   $$$$$

Franklin

11 Feb -
15 May

Our All-Day Breakfast

Eggs, Avo & Coffee

Start 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... more
Mezzalira

Mezzalira

Italian   $$$$$

Canberra CBD

19 Feb -
31 May

Italian Lunch Set Menu At Mezzalira

From $60pp

We’re inviting you to join us at Mezzalira for our indulgent Italian lunch set menu, perfect for relaxed long lunches and special catch-ups. Choose two or three courses featuring house-made focacci... more
Little Theo's

Little Theo's

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Canberra CBD

3 Feb -
3 May

Pizza, Burgers & Takeaway Classics

Check out our menu

At Little Theo’s we serve up a delicious range of pizzas, gourmet burgers, fish & chips, and house-made favourites. Enjoy 13 pizzas with fresh San Marzano tomato, mozzarella, and toppings from clas... more
Rubicon Restaurant

Rubicon Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Griffith

29 Jan -
29 Apr

Contemporary Australian Cuisine

Taste, Style, Service

Here 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... more