EAT AND DRINK

Whether you’re after an intimate meal or a memorable venue to host a large group, you’re spoilt for choice when it comes to enjoying Canberra’s hospitality and local produce.

Dining With Flair

Canberra boasts one of the most exciting fine dining scenes in the country, bursting with culinary delights. Dine on prime cut steaks with wood-fired theatrics, coupled with carefully curated wines, at Capitol Bar and Grill. The Boat House offers special occasion dining in an unrivalled lake-side spot. Or head straight to the source for sophisticated farm to table dining at Pialligo Estate.

A Spot With A View

Want a meal or drink served alongside a beautiful outlook? Head straight to Leyla Bar at the top of Burbury Hotel and Apartments for views of Australian Parliament House, or to Canberra Rex Hotel for cocktails, bar snacks and panoramic views at The Howling Moon rooftop bar. The cafe or restaurant at the Arboretum by The Ginger Group serves up iconic Canberra views, while brand-new The Marion offers premium dining and events, across luxurious indoor and outdoor lakeside spaces.

Relaxed Eats

Looking to bring a group together over a relaxed meal? Walt and Burley offers casual vibes, all-day dining, and vast event options right on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin. Nestled under East Hotel, the lively Agostinis will welcome you like family for authentic Italian with flair. Or keep everyone happy at Verity Lane Market food hall in the city, combining a range of chef-driven vendors under one roof.

Drinks From The Source

You don’t need to drive far to discover the Canberra District Wine Region, which is home to 140 vineyards and more than 30 cellar doors, like Contentious Character, Tallagandra Hill and Shaw Wines. Closer to town, you can taste BentSpoke Brewing Co’s creations on-site where they’re brewed, or keep an eye out on menus for Underground Spirits’ gin and vodka cocktails, or Altina Drinks non-alcoholic tipples, all made right here in Canberra.