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Briscola Italian
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(546)Since 2010, Briscola has firmly established itself on the Canberra food scene and is arguably this town's most popular Italian restaurant. Now with a newly refurbished venue, it offers an unpretentious yet stylish approach to an authentic Italian dining experience.
At the forefront it’s about the food: simple, wholesome and traditional without being old fashioned. The “old fashioned” is evident in the service with Gianni and his incredible staff focusing on giving the diner a charming experience.
What sets it apart is how they transport you to Italy. Start with an aperitivo to open the palate, enjoy a local or Italian wine varietal and finish with a soothing digestive.
Briscola is situated conveniently in the heart of the city near hotels and public transport.
Sit inside or alfresco, Briscola seems to suit anyone… families, young couples, group functions and corporate luncheons. You can walk-in, but please book, it gets busy!Amara Indian
Price: Expensive•Indian•4.9(24)Amara Indian Restaurant in Canberra is a must-visit for fans of authentic, flavorful Indian cuisine. Located on 51-53 Northbourne Avenue City, Amara specializes in dishes made with fresh ingredients sourced from local producers. Their menu offers a variety of options, including Banquet, Express, and Takeaway lunch menus that feature popular dishes like Daal, Palak Paneer, and Butter Chicken. For dinner, standout dishes include Chicken MoMo, Bangalore Dosai, and Bhindi Dopiyaza.
The restaurant has over 25 years of culinary experience, including a history of working in one of Sydney’s top Indian restaurants. Amara is open for lunch from Monday to Saturday and for dinner every evening, with extended hours on weekends
Bar Beirut
Price: Expensive•Middle Eastern•4.7(80)Named one of the nation's top cocktail bars by TimeOut and The Australian; Canberra's Favourite Middle Eastern Restaurant (2021, 22, 23 & 24); and winner of Best Cocktail Lounge and Small Bar (2022, 23 & 24), indulge in daring dishes, top-self cocktails, eclectic beats, and captivating belly dance and burlesque performances.
Nine-to-fivers, local poppers-in, out-of-towners, clocked-off hospo workers, and anyone who knows a good cocktail and bite to eat is knocking on the door from 6pm ‘til late. The vibe is charged with electricity, laughter, and love; everyone is here for the fun.
Whether you’re bringing the whole family to feast, a group to celebrate, a partner to spoil on a date night, or you just want to nibble, drink and ponder the world as you bop your head by yourself into the early hours, the welcome at Bar Beirut is as warm after midnight as it is just before sunset.
Yalla habibi!COMPA
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.5(153)Step into COMPA, here the servings are generous and
the atmosphere is effortlessly sophisticated. It feels
instantly familiar. Descending into the space is like giving
an old friend a long overdue hug.
For Matt Moran’s ACT debut - antipasto, pasta and charcoal
dishes bring a touch of Tuscany to your table. As with all
his establishments, at the heart of his menu is quality
produce that is fresh, seasonal and locally sourced.
COMPA is built on a simple, often forgotten pairing: good
food and good company.
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- DDianneNew South Wales •11 reviews5.0Dined on Mar 4, 2025Fantastic food and exceptional service by the wonderful staffMore infoBriscola ItalianPrice: Expensive• Italian• Canberra City•4.8
- RRenataCanberra •1 review5.0Dined on Feb 28, 2025Staff were extremely helpful and accommodating. Food very tasty and good value for money. We’ll be back.More infoBar BeirutPrice: Expensive• Middle Eastern• Canberra City•4.7
- BBridgetCanberra •1 review4.0Dined on Feb 22, 2025Feed me menu was great. A bit noisy on Saturday night.More infoChop ChopPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Canberra City•4.4
- BBeverleyCanberra •2 reviews5.0Dined on Feb 3, 2025Trivia Mondays is great. Everyone enjoyed it so much we're booked for next week.More infoPJs In The CityPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Canberra City•4.6
- MMichelleCanberra •2 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 21, 2025Great venue. Our food was delicious. The pizza bases are a perfect balance of not being too thick or thin. Great atmosphere as well. This is our second visit and we will definitely be back!More infoThe STHRNPrice: Moderate• Australian• Canberra City•3.8
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Healthy restaurants located in Canberra City include Briscola Italian, REBEL REBEL and Monster Kitchen & Bar
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Canberra City are REBEL REBEL, Flui Restaurant - Canberra and Bar Beirut
Bottomless brunch in Canberra City is available at Bicicletta Restaurant, REBEL REBEL and Amara Indian
The most romantic restaurant in Canberra City is Briscola Italian
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