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ACT Restaurants With Bar

"Readers' Choice 2019 - Japanese"
Raku Dining

Raku Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

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...
Molto Italian

Molto Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Kingston

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
For authentic Italian run by Canberra stalwart Carlo Tosolini, look no further than Molto Italian at the Kingston Foreshore. This seaside trattoria boasts modern interiors of high ceilings, dark wo...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - French"
Les Bistronomes

Les Bistronomes

French   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

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...
Bar Beirut

Bar Beirut

Middle Eastern   $$$$$   Open Now

Canberra CBD

LOVEFEST @ Bar BeirutValentine's DayWe're cranking up the oh-la-la this Valentine's Day with two seriously sizzling seatings. Both experiences include our Taste of Beirut set menu featuring seven signature dishes, free-flowing drinks...
"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...
Valentine's Day 2025$99ppShow them just how much they mean to you with a special dining experience at Diplomat Bar & Grill. Take a peek at the menu and start planning a night that will make them feel truly special. S...
Midnight Bar

Midnight Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

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 ...
Olive at Hawker

Olive at Hawker

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Hawker

Frankies at Forde

Frankies at Forde

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens Wed 8:00 AM

Gungahlin

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...
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...
Welcoming those with young hearts and curious minds, discover White Rabbit cocktail room hidden in the heart of Canberra on Northbourne Avenue. Feast upon decadent, whimsy and marvellous creations ...
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...
Tikka Take

Tikka Take

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Canberra CBD

Lunch SpecialsCheck out our menu!Small in size, big in flavour! Our mini curries and daal make the perfect lunch special for a quick, delicious bite. Check out our lunch specials menu and discover your new favourite!Book your tabl...