Explore Canberra’s CBD the best way possible, by eating your way through our best restaurants. Whether you’re looking for high-end, intimate, casual or vibrant, you’re in good hands.

RAKU

A Japanese experience where refined culinary techniques and fresh ingredients meet, you can’t beat Raku for Japanese cuisine. With a seafood-heavy menu and talented sushi team creating your favourite rolls and nigiri right in front of you, enjoy endless oysters, sashimi platters, wagyu and yakitori. Whether you secure a booth, a seat for two at the bar, or the private dining room for your special celebration, Raku boasts an unforgettable experience.

148 Bunda St, Canberra ACT 2601

Inka

Mastering the meld of Japanese techniques with Peruvian flavours, Inka’s colourful array of showstopping dishes is unlike anything you’ll find in Canberra. Think the famous Peruvian ceviche, Peruvian Japanese sashimi and maki rolls. The ultimate ‘treat yourself’ experience, explore the refined menu and exceptional cocktail and wine list.

148 Bunda St, Canberra ACT 2601

Akiba

A fast-paced, lively and damn delicious restaurant, Akiba has firmly implemented itself as one of Canberran’s favourite restaurants. Showcasing share-style dishes from the East-Asia region, from the raw bar through to barbeque, think silky kingfish sashimi, piping hot steamed dumplings, sticky hoisin pork bao buns, soft miso butter barramundi and crunchy fried chicken covered in parmesan and kewpie mayonnaise, with each morsel bursting with electrifying flavour.

40 Bunda St, Canberra ACT 2601

Bar Beirut

If you’re looking for an exciting evening any day of the week, make sure you head in for dinner and feel the buzzing nightlife of Bar Beirut. A modern interpretation of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine, expect bold flavours in both their dining menu and epic cocktail list. With regular burlesque and belly dancing shows, it’s one of the only restaurants in Canberra open late during the week.

25 Garema Pl, Canberra ACT 2601

Bar Rochford

Share fine food, exciting wines and good jams with friends at Bar Rochford. Showcasing a regularly changing menu, enjoy the chef’s set menu or opt for a la carte and pair it with a drop from their perfectly curated wine menu. Whether you set yourself up in a booth or find the perfect cosy corner, relax and stay late with an aperitivo.

1st/65 London Cct, Canberra ACT 2601

Brunello

A great location for those wanting to dine with the perfect drop, join Brunello for a delicious seasonal European-style meal with premium wines. Offering wines from all around the globe, available to sample in their Enomatic wine cabinet, cheers with some of the finest wines in the world.

222 City Walk, Canberra ACT 2601

Mu

Canberra’s only omakase restaurant Mu quickly climbed its way to the CBD’s top restaurants. Showcasing the rather unique concept of ‘omakase’ meaning ‘I leave it up to you’, the 10+ tasting menu takes you on a seasonal tour of Japan’s best flavours and cooking techniques. With two seating options available, diners can choose from a seat at the chef’s table where they can watch the magic unfold or a spacious seat in their joining Cicada Bar.

1 Constitution Ave, Canberra ACT 2601

Rebel Rebel

Modern, slick and refined, Rebel Rebel takes all-day dining to another level. With a high-end breakfast menu you can’t expect to find anywhere else in Canberra and a dinner menu that screams bold, exciting and delicious, it’s definitely a highlight of Canberra’s dining scene.

23 Marcus Clarke St, Acton ACT 2601

Miss Van’s

Cosy Vietnamese cooking from the heart, Miss Van’s is more than your regular takeaway shop. For lunch, you can expect delicious Banh mi’s and other street foods, while for dinner, dine on a six-course degustation set menu with nostalgic traditional flavours.

Shop 4/113/119 Marcus Clarke St, Canberra ACT 2601

Monster Kitchen & Bar

Monster Kitchen and Bar is Canberra’s only fine-dining vegetarian restaurant. Featuring all in-house produce where possible, the team are committed to ethical eating and searching for the most creative and mouth-watering ways to showcase vegetables. With a groovy and sophisticated interior, spacious dining rooms and a private room to host large events, get the perfect party snap and enjoy a special evening.

Ground/25 Edinburgh Ave, Canberra ACT 2601

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