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Chifley's Bar & Grill, Barton, AU-ACT

Chifley's Bar & Grill

3.9
3.9
341 Reviews
$41 to $100
Australian
8 National Circuit, Barton, AU-ACT 2600

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
Chifley’s Bar & Grill pays homage to the region’s wineries and boutique food producers with a seasonal, modern menu. Chef Saju Rajappan and his team cater to discerning travellers, diplomats, and businesspeople with classic but inventive dishes that are as delicious as they are gorgeous to look at.

Steaks, seafood, chicken, and other dishes cooked on the grill are a speciality. The menu also features pasta, risotto, a wide range of vegetarian options, dishes designed for sharing, and tempting desserts. A wide range of local and international wines, cocktails, craft beers and ciders are available for your drinking pleasure.

Chifley’s Bar & Grill is named after the 16th Prime Minister of Australia, Ben Chifley, who loved dining here and frequently enjoyed a tipple in the bar. In honour of his favourite drink, the whisky bar has a specially curated menu taking guests on a sensory journey of whiskies around the world.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Australian, Fine cuts, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Bar Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Sun 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Saju Rajappan
  • Private party facilities
    Hotel Kurrajong is the perfect venue to host your next event including birthday parties, anniversary dinners, wakes, engagement parties, baby gender reveals, corporate dinners and awards nights.
  • Private party contact
    Pam Sanchez: (02) 6234 4444
  • Neighborhood
    Barton
  • Cross street
    Blackall Street
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Public transit
    Bus stop two minutes walk from Hotel Kurrajong
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Easter Saturday Seafood High Tea

    A$85.00 - A$323.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Apr 19, 2025 only
    12:00 PM
    Treat your loved ones to an enchanting Easter Saturday Seafood High Tea at Hotel Kurrajong Canberra! Delight in the freshest seasonal flavours, featuring exquisite creations such as Blue Swimmer Crab Meat Finger Sandwiches, Pulled Butter Poached Lobster Sliders, Tempura Prawns, and Oysters Rockefeller. Conclude your experience with an array of decadent desserts, including Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries, Belgian Chocolate Mousse Tart, and an assortment of irresistible sweet treats. As you relax and unwind, enjoy a continuous flow of refreshing mimosas, paired with a selection of premium teas and freshly brewed coffee. Meanwhile, let the little ones embark on an exciting Easter egg hunt in the courtyard. Celebrate the season in style with this exquisite high tea experience at Hotel Kurrajong Canberra.
    Easter Saturday Seafood High Tea Photo
  • Mother’s Day - Take away High Tea

    A$159.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 11, 2025 only
    9:30 AM
    Pick up at Hotel Kurrajong
    Spoil Mum this Mother’s Day with a High Tea and indulge where and when you please! Take a slice of Chifley's Bar & Grill home with our takeaway package. Includes: • 1 x High tea stand with sweet and savoury options including salmon sandwiches, sliders, macarons, cupcakes, scones and more* • Laughing Pug coffee pouch x 2 • Premium Tea Drop selection x 4 $159 per High Tea package Available for collection on Sunday 11th of May 2022, between 9:30-11:30am *Serves 2 people **Does not cater any special dietaries except Vegetarians Sunday 11 May 2025 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM (UTC+10)
  • Mother’s Day Brunch at Hotel Kurrajong 2025

    A$59.00 - A$239.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 11, 2025 only
    12:00 PM
    Join us for a memorable Mother’s Day celebration with a delightful brunch experience that’s perfect for the whole family, indulge in a mouthwatering spread, live music, and fun activities for the kids.​ Start your celebration with a glass of bubbles for adults and a refreshing juice for the little ones with cold items and sweets served on elegant high tea stands on arrival and a freshly made risotto and pasta from our live chef station in the courtyard.​ Enhance your experience by adding a sparkling wine bottle and let us ensure a wonderful celebration for mum this Mother's Day. $109 per adult $59 per child (12yo + under) * * Includes kids menu & activity pack. Book your tickets today before they’re gone! Sunday 11 May 2025 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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What 341 people are saying

Chifley's Bar & Grill reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.9
3.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 3.9Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.8Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chifley's Bar & Grill offers "fantastic service" and "awesome food" in a "great location." Reviewers praise the "wonderful ambience" and attentive staff. While some experienced booking issues, others were impressed by the staff's accommodation of dietary needs. The restaurant is "highly recommended" for special occasions, especially with NRMA membership discounts enhancing value.
341 Reviews
  1. Jenny

    Canberra1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was excellent. We enjoyed our meal but thought that the food was expensive and there was an additional cost for sides.

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  2. Les

    Canberra1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambience, fantastic service, awesome food and a great location. Two thumbs up 👍🏽 👍🏽

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  3. Lisa

    Canberra2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always have a fabulous experience at the Chiefly bar and grill. The staff were attentive and provided excellent service. The ambience was wonderful and the food was first class. We will back for our celebrations.

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  4. Eric

    Canberra1 review

    1.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Very disappointing. Booked 12 days in advance for our 39th wedding anniversary. When we turned up the Bar & Grill was completely booked by a wedding. At first they didn’t know what to do with us , eventually offering a meeting room with no windows. We asked if we could sit outside but the manager insisted it was booked by the wedding. Apparently our booking was not good enough. We left and ordered take away Chinese instead. Zero customer service. I provided feedback and asked for a call back. Nothing yet.

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  5. Warwick

    Canberra1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding Valentines Day experience. When notified of a seafood allergy in the set menu they provided an excellent alternative without fuss. Very impressed with the staff and the even coordinator.

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  6. Lisa

    Canberra2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful evening. Excellent ambience, decor, and service. Thank you. We will see you again soon. We have already booked our next dining experience. Also used our NRMA membership 25% discount, which made good value even better. Highly recommended.

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  7. Celia

    Canberra1 review

    4.0

    Dined on December 5, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We ate early which worked well as restaurant was not too busy. Food excellent. Staff friendly. A few delays in clearing the table. We’ll definitely be back before too long.

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  8. yuri

    Canberra1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, the Chef is the best in Canberra. I would recommend Chifley's Bar & Grill.

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  9. Francene

    Queensland4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Three of us enjoyed a tasty lunch. We sat outside as a noisy gathering of 16 people were dining inside in the aircon. Service was mediocre for the standard of the hotel. After finishing our food and drinks, the glasses were taken away, but not the empty plates. We then had coffee and chatted for another half hour or so. Still the empty plates were not collected. Appeared to be one person collects the glasses: another the finished plates.

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  10. Michael

    Canberra1 review

    3.0

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Disappointed overall. Beautiful night and the fire / heating was on, quite warm in restaurant. We were seated in the corner, no candle/lighting as per other tables. Big fly was near our table. Had to wait abit before waiter asked for drinks No Bombay gin Was looking forward for to chef special and you ran out No option take take leftover food home. Asked waitress for bill and she never returned so we just on our way out. Again quite disappointed as it was our Anniversary dinner.

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FAQs

Chifley's Bar & Grill is rated 3.9 stars by 341 OpenTable diners.

Chifley's Bar & Grill does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Chifley's Bar & Grill

8 National Circuit, Barton, AU-ACT 2600

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Blackall Street
  • Neighborhood
    Barton
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Bar Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Sun 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Australian, Fine cuts, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Public transit
    Bus stop two minutes walk from Hotel Kurrajong
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Saju Rajappan
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Hotel Kurrajong is the perfect venue to host your next event including birthday parties, anniversary dinners, wakes, engagement parties, baby gender reveals, corporate dinners and awards nights.
  • Private party contact
    Pam Sanchez: (02) 6234 4444
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