Australian cuisine: the best places to taste it in Canberra

399 restaurant menus in Australia, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Il Covo Restaurant
Il Covo Restaurant
70/100 (36 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Australian
Pizza
Italian
Pizza
Australian
Italian
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Sit down
Pizza
Italian
Australian
Takeout
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Awesome food. They cater to both vegans and non vegans, really friendly service and they let us (a table of 8) split our bill. Highly..."
Michael Thomsen
"Great breakfast and coffee. Prompt..."
Philip Owen
Circula Bar & Grill
Circula Bar & Grill
70/100 (928 ratings)
Restaurants
Gastropub
Australian
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Duck
Burger
"My husband & I have been to Walter cafe a few times. Our experience have always been very pleasant. Staff members are friendly & polite. Especially,..."
Rebecca Mallett
"Food was really good, ordering from the table is a bonus. Took a while just go get some olives though which was a shame. Really loud too, the music..."
Simon Tymkow
Barton Brassiere
70/100 (158 ratings)
Restaurants
Australian
Australian
Australian
"Staff are friendly, atmosphere is relaxed and calm. A great spot for an after work drink with a crowd of friendly..."
Joe Ducie
"I only go there on Tuesday nights as they have Trivia going after 6:30pm. Nice pub menu, lots of parking..."
N G
"Great indoor and outdoor dining options, set amongst a quiet leafy residential street that's a short walk from the stadium. But when is it opening up..."
KJ Howe
"A great place. Friendly staff, great atmosphere, hot meals, cold beers and service is..."
Warwick Bartlett
"Attended an event here that was hosted by Marija who was fantastically attentive and so accommodating. We enjoyed the event so much that we went back..."
James Hume
"Marija and her team supported our Biggest Morning Tea in May with such generosity and efficiency. Nothing was too hard and everything was done with a..."
Niki Turner
"The staff work so hard to take care of us. They are prompt to serve, have an eye for detail. According to my neices who tried a number of cocktails..."
Werner Schenk
"$12 lunches, the Canberra Services Club has recently reopened and is offering good food at a great price. Familiar friendly faces. Still one of my..."
Scott Brandon
Miro Bar & Restaurant
70/100 ( ratings)
Restaurants
Australian
Australian
Sit down
Australian
Outback Jacks Belconnen
Outback Jacks Belconnen
70/100 (92 ratings)
Restaurants
Steakhouse
Australian
Lunch
Ribs
Prawns
Burger
Beef
Salad
Wings
"This westfield shopping centre has been her for about 35 odd years. It’s got great parking and easy parking. There are plenty of shops of all..."
Michael Murer
"It has everything for all family. It has a good food court with a good Halal food restaurants not all restaurants but at least 25 present are..."
Mohamed Awadallah (Zakaria Abu Malik)
"It is a shopping hub for many yung and old to enjoy shopping, eating and meeting. More activities should be added for young and old to enjoy as a fun..."
Rikki Babley
"‘Play World’ Free Play Area Westfield Belconnen, LVL 3 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Play Area • wall around play area - shoe nook inside • blue..."
Playgrounds_ Canberra
"Usually get a park quite easily. Concierge always very helpful and open to suggestions. Listen to complaints without making one feel uncomfortable...."
Lesley C
"Most of the essential stores under one roof. Lots of parking options and multiple entry sites. 3 hours free parking if you register on the Westfield..."
Megan Bunnik
"Good mall to visit and a big one as well. You got everything under one roof. There's Woolies, Coles Aldi, Kmart and the list goes on. There's a food..."
Manu
The Landing Place
The Landing Place
70/100 (126 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Quick Bites
Australian
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Australian
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Brunch
Café
Café
Australian
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Outdoor Seating
Brunch
Lunch
Mid-range
Limestone Cafe & Bar
Limestone Cafe & Bar
70/100 (93 ratings)
Quick Bites
Cafe
Australian
Bar
Bar
Cafe
Australian
Lunch
Breakfast
Burger
Toasts
Café
Bar
Café
Australian
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Mid-range
"Great central location to everything. Rooms may be slightly dated but are well maintained and clean. Staff were all extremely friendly and there is a..."
Ryan Thomas
"Beautiful room, comfy beds, crisp sheets. Decor is a little outdated, but comfort is more important to me. The bath was big, toiletries ample in..."
Jasmine Parsey
"Nice place! They have a nice pool to get in and if you don't want to get cold, then you can hop in the spa or you can go into the sauna. Living area..."
Arjay Beasley (JayBro999)
"This was our first visit to Canberra. Me and my partner were over to see her family and friends and decided to stay at Novotel Canberra. Location :..."
martin vela
"Central location close to everything, restaurants, shops, transport Gym was sparsely equipped (more like a home gym) Nice swimming pool, spa,..."
Thanh Pham
"Awesome location right in the midst of the city and light rail stop. Great facilities and nice views from the rooms with balcony. The customer..."
Rohit Revo
The Coffee Club Canberra Centre
The Coffee Club Canberra Centre
70/100 (525 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
Gluten Free Options
Cafe
Australian
Cafe
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Salad
Sit down
Australian
Café
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"The most efficient cafe you can possibly find in the shopping centre! Staffs are always friendly and products are always great! Super recommend..."
Jiajia HU
"The staff over there is really friendly, provide us with their great and fast services especially during our crazy mass shopping rush in Xmas. Food..."
Cristine Bishop
"Love it!. Went there with my friend for lunch, staffs were really friendly, coffee was great and food really tasty, good choice for business lunch or..."
Maggie
"Really like the place, especially the coffee there. We always go there with friends, really efficient and friendly services. The eggs benedit is my..."
Jan
"Like it!. We had lunch with friends in the Coffee Club Canberra Centre, we ordered Salmon Stack, Fishing Chips, Chicken Salad and The Ruben, and food..."
Lowechristine44
"The Cafe is located on the top floor nestled among the designer shops. The Layout is very well designed. Being modern, spacious. Light and bright,..."
Trevorscottnz
"It’s a pleasant, sunny morning and the view is arresting - I’m in the mood for Coffee Club’s iced..."
Ian Argent
The Deck
The Deck
70/100 (114 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Contemporary
Australian
Australian
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Breakfast
Lunch
Brunch
Salad
Sit down
Contemporary
Australian
Café
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
Artoven Patisserie
70/100 (23 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Australian
Sit down
Australian
Café
Wheelchair Accessible
Cheap Eats
"Not sure about the rest of their food but this place does a great Bahn Mi (Pork roll/Chicken roll), probably the best one I've had in recent times...."
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Caffe Cherry Beans
Caffe Cherry Beans
70/100 (207 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Quick Bites
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Breakfast
Café
Café
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
"Really great and quick service, one of the nicest breakfasts we've had in a while. Portions were huge, all food came at once. Nicely made coffee and..."
Sladjana Gluhovic
Bean And Grain
Bean And Grain
70/100 (66 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Cafe
Australian
Breakfast
"Great little cafe, excellent bread. Coffee seems popular and the service was good, well mannered and quick. The serving sizes are generous and it was..."
Jonathan Crane
"Mind blown! Best brekky I've ever had. As a complete foodie from Brisbane I've had a lot breakfasts and this was by far one of the best. The young..."
Claire Allsopp
"Best bread in Canberra. Fabulous baristas and great coffee. Breakfasts are special, and the pastries delicious! Love this place and that's why I come..."
Bryn Leivesley
Raiders Belconnen
Raiders Belconnen
70/100 (2875 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Cafe
Australian
Cafe
Australian
Bar
Pub
Bar
Pub
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Schnitzel
Fish
Salad
Sit down
Bar
Pub
Café
Australian
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Reservations
Accepts American Express
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"The place can get a bit busy specially on Friday nights. Came here to meet some friends for a chat and ordered a pad thai. The servings were huge,..."
Spookeychicken
The Coffee Club - Majura Park
The Coffee Club - Majura Park
70/100 (306 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
Australian
Cafe
Australian
Cafe
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Café
Café
Australian
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
Citrus Cafe - The Mawson Club
Citrus Cafe - The Mawson Club
70/100 (43 ratings)
Quick Bites
Gluten Free Options
Australian
Bar
Australian
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Schnitzel
Fish
Salad
Sit down
Australian
Bar
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Television
Reservations
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"What a find. Mawson Club was the choice for a Sunday dinner meal while visiting the area. Great selection of drinks, super friendly service, and..."
Paul Cudina
"Good club food at reasonable prices. Pork burger and chips with..."
John Laslett
"Good food specials, steak is quality. Pokies venue, but..."
Robert P
"Great place for a family meal. I enjoyed my visit there today with the family. Thank goodness for the kids play..."
Lin Burridge
7th And Bake Patisserie Cafe
7th And Bake Patisserie Cafe
70/100 (557 ratings)
Quick Bites
Cafe
Australian
Vegan Options
Cafe
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Toasts
Salad
Café
Australian
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
Hustler Pool Hall
70/100 (1 ratings)
Restaurants
Australian
Australian
Dinner
Australian
Dinner
Beppes Cafe
Beppes Cafe
70/100 (14 ratings)
Restaurants
Australian
Cafe
Australian
Brunch
Breakfast
Café
Australian
Café
Wheelchair Accessible
Seating
Brunch
Breakfast
"Brunch at Market St Eats - a small menu so you're not overwhelmed with choices like some cafes. The food was tasty & fresh juices very refreshing...."
Ruth Brown
"Great place to buy fresh produce in Belconnen. Good plan to kickstart your Saturday in family. Great coffee and pastries. The best is that you can..."
Benjamin Arnedo
"Busy car park. Better off going at quieter times. It's great choice liquior is here too. And love the health food shops as well as the different..."
Crosby R
"A quick stop over to grab your groceries for decent price. Number of fruits, vegetables, meat, fish, liquor, chemist and coffee shop available. Also..."
Ravjot Singh
"Nice little shopping with many food stores and..."
Alex Kanzburg
Cafe Zouki
Cafe Zouki
70/100 (66 ratings)
Quick Bites
Fast food
Cafe
Fast Food
Cafe
Australian
Café
Australian
Café
Fast food
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Cheap Eats
Redsalt Restaurant
Redsalt Restaurant
70/100 (394 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Australian
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Salmon
Prawns
Omelette
Juice & Smoothies
Lamb
Fish
Beef
Pork
Salad
Juice & Smoothies
Scallops
Oyster
Risotto
Sit down
Australian
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"Tried the breakfast buffet while staying at the Crowne Plaza hotel.The menu is elaborate with options for vegetarians as well as vegans..."
Kriti
"Can’t eat even half of the light sandwich. It’s for 2 people😂 cost 24 dollars. Steak for my husband was nicely cooked as well, with young..."
Zhushuqingjudy
"Managed to book last minute for Xmas dinner. Was lovely! Very attentive, friendly staff. Ambiance was lovely!! Food was amazing! Good value for xmas...."
Melissa Kennedy
"We had the buffet breakfast every morning. Very popular. Always crowded at breakfast. I was surprised they had chia seeds, dried fruits and other..."
F4fitfunfoodfly
"With the Truffle Season upon us, the only sensible thing to do was to travel to Canberra and see how these amazing balls of black gold grow. But not..."
2 Hungry Guys
"Redsalt Restaurant is inside the Crown Plaza hotel and is great for breakfast buffet but is expensive. They have a great selection of meats, cheese,..."
paterjo
"since we were staying in the crowne plaza, we decided on dinner at redsalt since most restaurants are a 15min walk away. it seemed that the majority..."
bella
"After dining here tonight, I can say I wasn't disappointed. Our waiter was attentive but not overwhelming, we definitely didn't feel pestered. Entre..."
Blake Williams
"The kitchen is open until 2200h on Friday nights. All floor staff are warm and accommodating. Coffee is good, mostly because it tastes like coffee...."
Antonino Iannella
Mile High Club
70/100 (10 ratings)
Restaurants
Bars & Pubs
Bars & Pubs
Australian
Australian
Dinner
Australian
Dinner
Garran Bakery
Garran Bakery
70/100 (327 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
Cafe
Australian
Cafe
Australian
Brunch
Breakfast
Mixed berry flan
Australian
Café
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Seating
Brunch
Breakfast
Cheap Eats
"It's rare to find an old school bakery like this, but I'm glad I did! Absolutely delicious pies, and loved the mini ginger bread man, sooo cute! I..."
Lily Valentine
"Fell in love with their yummy hot cross buns!! definitely the best ones in town!! Very lovely to sit outside with there delicious Lonsdale coffee and..."
Rebecca
"Excellent quality!!. The quality of cakes, tarts and breads here is excellent! Service is lovely and has that nice local feeling. Based on just two..."
Eat Love Move
Bean & Grain
Bean & Grain
70/100 (84 ratings)
Restaurants
Australian
Cafe
Australian
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Eggs Benedict
Toasts
Bagels
Sit down
Australian
Café
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
King O'malley's Irish Pub
King O'malley's Irish Pub
70/100 (3701 ratings)
Quick Bites
Pub
Australian
Irish
Irish
Australian
Bar
Pub
Bar
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Drinks
Calamari
Calamares
Prawns
Nachos
Schnitzel
Burger
Pesto
Fish
Beef
Pasta
Salad
Wings
Sit down
Irish
Bar
Australian
Pub
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Television
Live Music
Reservations
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Drinks
Mid-range
"Been to King O’Malleys a few times before and decided to have my 21st party in the Castle Room. Lovely and quirky function room, good meals, and..."
Emily Corey
"Awesome place traditional country style with fireplace. Great staff family business loved it and the kids loved looking at all the antique furniture..."
Sandra Tomas
"Great customer service with a friendly smile and amazing food quality.. alil devo couldn't have pint size lemon lime and bitters but aye thats only..."
Kayla Staines-Walsh
"Great meal relaxed atmosphere entertainment was excellent. The staff were friendly and helpful. Also open until..."
Mick Kernich
"Perfect!!!!! Had the surf and turf, was perfectly cooked at medium rare but coupled with the friendly staff makes me want to come back next time I'm..."
Olly Ash
"Went for lunch - the bar tender was very helpful and gave us awesome recommendations. I ordered the BBQ Meatlovers pizza and it was great! Thank you..."
Sophie Bougoure
"Great food, lovely staff. Very happy to have found this pub for a night out with the extended..."
Nicole Taylor
"In terms of food, the prices are pretty high for what you get which is basic pub fare. Kingos is great for a relaxed drink outside with friends, or..."
Semi
"Came on a quick afternoon stop over here a few weeks back. I don't drink alcohol but my husband does. Instead, I opted for a soda and also their..."
Spookeychicken
"We were there on Xmas eve. I was happy with my O'Malley salad: large portion, fresh and yummy. But my partner didn't like his chicken parmigiana...."
Fay F.
"As our final “Pub of the Month” we chose King O’Malley’s.  As with P. J. O’Reilly’s it was established in Canberra many years ago and..."
Clean The Plate
"Large serves. Fun decor. Busy pub. A good..."
Deb
"Unpretentious pub food. Medium steak was closer to well done; but still..."
Nicole Gray
Soul Origin
Soul Origin
70/100 (268 ratings)
Restaurants
Australian
Australian
Australian
Cheap Eats
Glasshouse Cafe
Glasshouse Cafe
70/100 (291 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
Cafe
Australian
Cafe
Australian
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Pancakes
Steak Sandwich
Porcini Mushroom Risotto
Salmon and Quinoa Salad
Lactose Free Latte
Burger
Salt & Pepper Calamari
Thursday Roast
Cappuccino and Hot Chocolate
Toasts
Roast Beef and Vegetables
Chicken Schnitzel Burger
Eggs Benedict
Café
Australian
Café
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"When I found out that Glasshouse is using Ona coffee, I made sure to pop in whilst at the shopping centre. The coffee was well made and I was happy..."
TheNailChronicle
"A great light filled cafe that looks very organic. The view when seated outside of the cafe overlooks one part of Bunda St. Had coffee and a lemon..."
E
"Great coffee!! I also had the Mexican eggs (but started eating before I thought to get a pic.) This is in the light breakfast category and it is the..."
Michael Jones
"Great spot to catchup over coffee or a meal, especially with a larger group. Outdoor enclosed glasshouse good space, staff are efficient, and food..."
Jess Perkins
"Great Fresh Juice, Delicious Breakfast Options, The Best Pancakes Beautiful Customer Service Thank You..."
Maggs Lani
"A variety of delicious meals. Quick..."
Gemma Morgan
"Staff always friendly. Good coffee. Nice range of cakes available. Great lunchtime meal deals varying each day on week..."
Ian Jaggard
"Best coffee I've had in Canberra and the Mexican eggs were..."
Jay Johnson
"Had our daughter's 18th birthday party at The Glass House Cafe. The space was large enough to accommodate our 50 guests very comfortably. We had room..."
Roberto
Doubleshot
Doubleshot
70/100 (274 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Cafe
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe
Australian
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Lunch
Brunch
Soy Flat White
croissant
Ice Cream
hot chocolate
Breakfast Burrito
Pastries
House Banana Bread
Capuccino
Eggs Benedict
Peanut Butter Acai Bowl
Scrambled eggs
Toasts
Shakshuka Chefs Special
Cauliflower Eggs
Burger
Juice & Smoothies
Oven Baked Granola
The Steak Sandwich Special
Halloumi
Cakes
Lamb
Juice & Smoothies
Pesto
Pasta
Smoked Salmon
Fish
Salad
Iced Mocha
Breakfast Burger
Espresso
Salmon
Nourish Bowl
Coffee
Café
Café
Australian
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
39 Steps
39 Steps
70/100 (17 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Cafe
Australian
Cafe
Australian
Brunch
Breakfast
Café
Australian
Café
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Seating
Brunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
Essence At The Tradies
Essence At The Tradies
70/100 (111 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
Australian
Bar
Pub
Bar
Contemporary
Contemporary
Australian
Dinner
Lunch
Schnitzel
Lamb
Fish
Salad
Risotto
Prawns
Sit down
Bar
Contemporary
Australian
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Reservations
Accepts Visa
Street Parking
Seating
Table Service
Validated Parking
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Dinner
Mid-range
"Last night (New Years Eve) I had a meal from the Chefs Selection menu. The food here is generally ordinary every day club food, nothing special, but..."
Sonja Davie