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Canberra Restaurants With Alfresco Dining

"Readers' Choice 2020 - Pizza"
Locale Pizzeria Deakin

Locale Pizzeria Deakin

Pizza   $$$$$   Opens at 4:30 PM

Deakin

Celebrate WinterBook Now!Whether it's an intimate gathering or a special event celebration, let us make it memorable with our menu of handcrafted plates, pizzas & drinks. Book your table or event via our link now.
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Fine Dining"
Surrounded by private parkland overlooking Lake Burley Griffin, The Boat House is the ideal place to relax and enjoy award-winning dining. Escape from the city life of Canberra and enjoy stunning l...
Molto Italian

Molto Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Kingston

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...
Brunello

Brunello

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Canberra CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
The Supper Menu Early or Late? No problemThe Supper Menu is designed for those seeking a culinary experience that perfectly balances indulgence and convenience, ideal for both pre-theatre anticipation and post-performance relaxation. Avai...
Happy HoursEvery Thursday & FridayEvery Thursday and Friday, from 4:30pm to 6:30pm, indulge in half-price specials featuring expertly crafted cocktails, refreshing draft beers, select wines by the glass, and premium house spirits. ...
Braddon Merchant

Braddon Merchant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Braddon

Express Lunch$20 Lunch SpecialsEnjoy our express lunch offering from Monday to Friday, 12pm - 3pm for only $20 per person. Choose from our delectable Steak Sandwich, Chicken Burger, or Risotto, along with a glass of house wine, ...
Courgette

Courgette

European   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Canberra CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Ideal for an occasion that requires everything to be perfect, head to Courgette restaurant on Marcus Clarke Street in the heart of Canberra. Owned by celebrated Chef James Mussillon, this dining de...
Rakkas Restaurant

Rakkas Restaurant

Turkish   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Kingston

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...
Portia's Place

Portia's Place

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Kingston

Take in the sounds of sizzling hot pots and tantalising aromas wafting from the kitchen at Portia’s Place on Kennedy Street in Kingston. This restaurant comes alive with the consistent hum of livel...
Bunny Beans Café

Bunny Beans Café

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Holt

"Winter Warm-Up: Savour the Season with Our Signature Cauliflower Soup!"Winter onlyIndulge in the creamy goodness of our cauliflower soup, a winter essential packed with flavor. Perfectly crafted to beat the chill, it's a comforting bowl that promises warmth in every spoonful.
Blu Ginger Canberra

Blu Ginger Canberra

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Canberra CBD

Every Day is Curry Day!Come and EnjoyBe it a special day or a usual weekday, every day is a 'Curry Day' at Blu Ginger. Gather your friends and family and book a table at Blu Ginger and enjoy our delicious, rich, creamy and gravy-licio...
King O'Malley's

King O'Malley's

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens at 3:00 PM

Canberra CBD

Good Brother Cafe

Good Brother Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 AM

Canberra CBD

Museum Cafe

Museum Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 9:00 AM

Canberra CBD

China Tea Club

China Tea Club

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Lyneham

The vision of homesick students from Hong Kong, the China Tea Club on Montford Crescent in Lyneham is the place to head for Asian fare with flair. This hidden Canberra gem is locally loved for its ...
BanMe

BanMe

Vietnamese   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Braddon

Let the tastes transport you, the aromas embrace you and the legacy of comfort food leave an everlasting mark after a meal at BanMe on Lonsdale Street in Braddon. Located inside Waves Car Wash, thi...
At the centre of Canberra’s many organised, sculptured boulevards is do-it-yourself restaurant, Pepper Lunch on Bunda Street. An unassuming frontage gives way to a welcoming interior of warm brick ...
Silo Bakery

Silo Bakery

European   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

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...
Midnight Bar

Midnight Bar

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

Braddon

Golden HourHappy HourJoin us for Golden Hour at Midnight Bar from 4pm - 6pm, Monday - Sunday for discounted drinks and savoury grazing plates. We’ll save you a seat; call (02) 6220 0402 now.
Northside Garden Cafe

Northside Garden Cafe

Filipino   $$$$$   Opens Wed 8:00 AM

Nicholls

Our Catering ServiceEnquire today!Be it a casual gathering, birthdays, private party or wedding - we have packages or pick up party trays for your own off-site arrangement that will surely fit your needs. Our MENU is centered on FI...