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Pialligo Estate by Create Catering

Pialligo Estate by Create Catering

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Pialligo

14 Chef Hat Award
Christmas
Day

Christmas Lunch

Thursday, 25 December

Celebrate 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 ... more
Water’s Edge Canberra

Water’s Edge Canberra

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Parkes

12 Chef Hat Award
New
Years
Eve

New Year’s Eve at Water’s Edge Canberra

31st December

Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style at Water’s Edge Canberra with an elegant 3-course dinner and a bottle of sparkling on arrival. Indulge in a gourmet menu featuring dishes like cured sashimi salmon... more
Water’s Edge Canberra

Water’s Edge Canberra

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Parkes

12 Chef Hat Award
10 Nov 25 -
31 Jan 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
Frankies at Forde

Frankies at Forde

Pub Food   $$$$$

Gungahlin

5 Dec 25 -
28 Feb 26

Host Your Next Function at Frankies

Enquire 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... more
Frankies at Forde

Frankies at Forde

Pub Food   $$$$$

Gungahlin

5 Dec 25 -
28 Feb 26

Frankie’s Breakfast

from 8am- 3pm

Start your day right at Frankie’s at Forde with a delicious breakfast served 8?am–3?pm! From hearty classics like Franks Brekky, Sausage & Egg Burger, and Eggs Benedict to fresh options like Smashe... more
Frankies at Forde

Frankies at Forde

Pub Food   $$$$$

Gungahlin

5 Dec 25 -
28 Feb 26

Lunchtime Favourites

Visit us today!

Lunch at Frankie’s at Forde serves up hearty burgers, fresh salads, and satisfying mains. Choose from Brisket, Pulled Pork, Fried Chicken, Veggie Burger, or enjoy dishes like Pork Loin, Chicken Sch... more
The District - Crace

The District - Crace

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Crace

19 Aug -
31 Dec

Breakfast Done Right

Open Everyday!

Kickstart your day with a breakfast worth waking up for at The District – Crace. Whether you're after classic eggs your way, a hearty bacon and egg roll, or something fresh like smashed avo or a sm... more
The District - Crace

The District - Crace

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Crace

19 Aug 25 -
30 Nov 26

Stay caffeinated all day!

Coffee and hot drinks

Did you know we sell coffee and other hot drinks everyday until 9pm. Whether you need that late afternoon fix, or after dinner. We have you covered! more
The District - Crace

The District - Crace

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Crace

17 Sep -
31 Dec

Happy Hour

Cheap drinks!

4pm-6pm Monday to Friday more
The District - Crace

The District - Crace

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Crace

23 Sep 25 -
21 Aug 26

Best Family Friendly Venue

ACT AHA Awards 2025

This year we had the honour of being awarded Best Family Friendly Venue more
The District - Crace

The District - Crace

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Crace

29 Nov -
20 Dec

Christmas Party

Come and enjoy free pizza

December 20th 3pm-5pm we will be hosting a Christmas Party. With free pizza, live music, santa and a snow cone van out the front! more
SuburbanThai

SuburbanThai

Thai   $$$$$

Canberra CBD

8 Dec 25 -
31 Mar 26

Chef’s Favourites at Suburban Thai

Book 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... more
Cafe' Mame'

Cafe' Mame'

Cafe   $$$$$

Melba

2 Sep -
31 Dec

Brunch & Beyond at Café Mamé

Book Now!

Café Mamé invites you to indulge in a menu full of flavour and comfort. From our house-made pork & fennel sausage roll to rosemary lamb ragu linguine, there’s something for every craving. Sweet too... more
Blu Ginger Canberra

Blu Ginger Canberra

Indian   $$$$$   Open Now

Canberra CBD

29 Oct -
31 Dec

Palak Patta Chaat – Crispy Indian Street Snack

A 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... more
Blu Ginger Canberra

Blu Ginger Canberra

Indian   $$$$$   Open Now

Canberra CBD

29 Oct -
31 Dec

Chicken Biryani – Fragrant Indian Classic

Book your table today!

Blu Ginger Chicken Biryani is a fragrant, slow-cooked delight. Made with basmati rice, tender chicken, and hand-ground spices, it’s served hot with raita for a rich, comforting, and authentic flavo... more
OHNO!

OHNO!

Asian   $$$$$   Open Now

Griffith

30 Jun -
31 Dec

Happy Hour

4-6pm daily in the bar!

$15 cocktails, $10 wines, $7 tap beers. Every day of the week from 4-6pm! more
Capital Eatery

Capital Eatery

Cafe   $$$$$

Canberra CBD

9 Oct -
30 Dec

Pub Classics With A Twist

Feast At Capital Eatery

At Capital Eatery, we’re serving comfort food done right — think golden fish and chips, crispy parmis topped with rich sauce and melted cheese, and flavour-packed tacos that bring a little fiesta t... more
Bar Beirut

Bar Beirut

Middle Eastern   $$$$$

Canberra CBD

11 Jul -
20 Dec

Weekend Shimmy

Belly Dance Shows

SPECIAL OCCASIONS CALL FOR MORE THAN JUST A BORING DINNER. Whatever you’re celebrating, a birthday, anniversary, graduation, or win at work, if you’re looking for a fun restaurant in Canberra, you’... more
Bar Beirut

Bar Beirut

Middle Eastern   $$$$$

Canberra CBD

14 Nov -
26 Dec

Jazida Burlesque

Dinner + Show

Tease and tantalise your senses with the electrifying performance of Jazida Burlesque – a world-renowned artist who brings sharp wit, creative choreography, and exceptional skills in fire and fans ... more
Bunny Beans Café

Bunny Beans Café

Cafe   $$$$$

Holt

8 May -
31 Dec

Night Desset Cafe

Bingsu & Shibuya Toast

A cozy late-night dessert spot serving decadent Shibuya honey toast and refreshing Korean bingsu — perfect for sweet cravings after dark. Open on Thursday, Friday and Saturday only. more