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Water’s Edge Canberra

Water’s Edge Canberra

Modern Australian   $$$$$

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
Pialligo Estate by Create Catering

Pialligo Estate by Create Catering

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

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   $$$$$

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   $$$$$   Open Now

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   $$$$$   Open Now

Gungahlin

5 Dec 25 -
28 Feb 26

Frankie’s Breakfast

from 8 am-3 pm

Start your day right at Frankie’s at Forde with a delicious breakfast served 8 am–3 pm! From hearty classics like Franks breaky, sausage & egg burger and eggs Benedict to fresh options like smashed... more
Frankies at Forde

Frankies at Forde

Pub Food   $$$$$   Open Now

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 schn... more
Banana Leaf Restaurant

Banana Leaf Restaurant

Sri Lankan   $$$$$   Open Now

Canberra CBD

Christmas
Day

Christmas Day Lunch

25th 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... more
Banana Leaf Restaurant

Banana Leaf Restaurant

Sri Lankan   $$$$$   Open Now

Canberra CBD

11 Dec 25 -
31 Mar 26

Feed Me Lunch Menu

$45 PP

Banana 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... 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
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

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

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
Cafe D'lish

Cafe D'lish

Cafe   $$$$$

Deakin

1-23
Dec

Fruit Mince Tarts

Avaible now

Christmas Fruit Mince Tarts available for order during December. more
SuburbanThai

SuburbanThai

Thai   $$$$$   Open Now

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

27 Jun 25 -
1 Feb 26

Yum Cha Sundays

$55pp all you can eat!

Every Sunday from 11am-4pm at OHNO! is dedicated to all you can eat yum cha! It's $55pp with option to add a bottomless booze package for $35pp. more
OHNO!

OHNO!

Asian   $$$$$   Open Now

Griffith

30 Jun 25 -
1 Feb 26

Happy Hour

4-6pm daily in the bar!

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