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ACT Restaurants Serving Lunch

"Readers' Choice 2019 - Japanese"
Raku Dining

Raku Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Canberra CBD

14 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Raku Dining Express LunchMonday-FridayWork days are tough enough. Take a load off with our express lunch. Quick, easy and delicious! $60 per person (min 2 people). Available Monday to Friday. Book your table via the link below!
"Fine Food in a Nostalgic Environment"
Otis Dining Hall

Otis Dining Hall

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Kingston

14 Chef Hat Award
Experience the taste of fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere at Otis Dining Hall, an establishment popular among a crowd of suave Kingston locals. Set on Jardine Street, Otis offers an ambient escap...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - French"
Les Bistronomes

Les Bistronomes

French   $$$$$   Open Now

Campbell

14 Chef Hat Award
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...
Vincent

Vincent

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Barton

13 Chef Hat Award
Vincent delivers a Chef-hatted concept restaurant to the Canberra region, hidden amongst Government departments and new apartments in the leafy suburb of Barton. Nestled on Macquarie Street, this e...
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...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Asian"
Wild Duck Fine Asian CuisinePrivate Function RoomsAt Wild Duck, we have various spaces catering to your function needs. We have 5 private dining rooms in total, these rooms can also be opened into one room and be able to accommodate up to 40 guest...
Waters Edge

Waters Edge

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Parkes

12 Chef Hat Award
Take in scenic views of Lake Burley Griffin while dining at Waters Edge restaurant on Parkes Place in Canberra. Located in the middle of the international flag presentation on the shores of the lak...
La Rustica by the Lake

La Rustica by the Lake

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Kingston

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Midnight Bar

Midnight Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 3:00 PM

Braddon

Golden HourHappy HourJoin us for Golden Hour at Midnight Bar from 4 pm-6 pm, Monday to Sunday. Enjoy a $10 glass of bubbles, white or red, an $8 schooner of Midnight Bar x Bentspoke Brewing Co. 'Braddon Ale', or a bart...
Rubicon Restaurant

Rubicon Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Griffith

Bringing the delicious multicultural delights of Sri Lankan heritage to the heart of Canberra, head to Banana Leaf Restaurant on Akuna Street for an explosion of flavours, spices and colours. Take ...
The Barracks Lanyon Homestead

The Barracks Lanyon Homestead

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 10:00 AM

Tharwa

A comfortably quick 30-minute drive from Canberra City, perched amongst the lush greenery of country town Tharwa, resides The Barracks Espresso Bar & Eating House. Set within a working rural proper...
Jewel of India

Jewel of India

Indian   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Since opening in 2014, Frankies at Forde on Francis Ford Boulevard in Gungahlin has established itself as one of Canberra’s best suburban venues. A café by day and fully licensed bar and restaurant...
Olive at Hawker

Olive at Hawker

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Open Now

Hawker

Silo Bakery

Silo Bakery

European   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Discover a blend of retro charm and playful ambience at Bada Bing Dining Club, an Italian oasis nestled in the heart of Canberra’s Alinga Street precinct. Vintage aesthetics, including a stunning c...
Dine | Sip | DramaTheatre goers rejoiceJust a stone’s throw away from the iconic Canberra Theatre Center, Luna sits as the ideal location to begin or end your cultured jaunt. Whether its pre-theatre dinner & drinks or a sweet treat afte...
King O'Malley's

King O'Malley's

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens at 3:00 PM

Canberra CBD

A Canberra institution, King O’Malley’s Irish Pub on City Walk in the heart of the city is the ideal place to grab a meal with mates, listen to live music, dance the night away and indulge in heart...
Established with a passion for exceptional coffee, quality food and warm hospitality, Coffee Guru on Burton Crescent has become a beloved Franklin destination for both locals and visitors alike. On...