Diplomat Bar & Grill

4.5

33 Reviews

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 18, 2024

11:30 PM

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Great for happy hour

Diplomat Bar & Grill specializes in delicious food featuring fresh ingredients and masterful preparation by our culinary team. Whether you’re ordering a multi-course meal or grabbing a drink and snack at the bar, Diplomat Bar & Grill lively, casual yet upscale atmosphere makes it perfect for dining with friends, family, clients and business associates.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Modern European
Hours of operation
Daily 7:00 am–10:00 am Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(02) 6295 2277
Website
https://diplomat.ramadacanberra.com.au/dining/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Heshan Bandara
Catering
Please visit us on https://diplomat.ramadacanberra.com.au/events/ or email events@ramadacanberra.com.au
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.

Location
2 Hely St, Griffith, AU-ACT 2603
Neighborhood
Kingston
Cross street
Corner of Wentworth Avenue and Canberra Avenue.
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Public transit
Canberra Train Station - Bus Stop
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

$49 - Diplomat Set Menu
A$49.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Elevate your dining experience with our specially designed set menu. Choose from 2-course dining ($49), or indulge in a 3-course ($59) experience, with the option to enhance each course with our expertly selected wines. An exceptional culinary experience beckons.
Christmas Day 2024
A$65.00 - A$159.00 per person
Dec 25, 2024 only
Bring your loved ones together for a festive feast at Diplomat Bar & Grill. Enjoy a lavish spread of seasonal favourites, with the option of adding expertly paired wines!

Offers

Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Sun - Sat - 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Happy hour from 5pm-6pm everyday! $6 Basic spirits, house beers, house wines & $12 cocktails!

What 33 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

33 Reviews

J
Joseph
Canberra
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
I had high hopes for our dinner at Diplomat, especially given the occasion—a special weekend for the engagement of myself and my partner. Unfortunately, our experience left much to be desired. First, I want to acknowledge the staff, who were clearly under-staffed and handling a lot. Despite this, they did their best to accommodate us and even offered a complimentary drink, which was a nice gesture. However, the service and overall experience were overshadowed by the long wait and the average quality of the food. We waited a full hour before receiving our first course, which meant we didn’t get our first food until 8:30 PM. This lengthy wait was incredibly frustrating and, quite frankly, unnecessary for a relatively simple two-course set meal. When the food finally arrived, it was disappointing. The quality felt more in line with a lower-end restaurant, which was a stark contrast to the expectations I had for a place with Diplomat’s reputation. For the price, it didn’t feel like good value at all. The extended wait made the experience even less enjoyable, and I left feeling let down, especially considering this was a special occasion. While I have no complaints about the staff’s effort or their direct service, the overall experience, from the wait time to the meal itself, just didn’t meet the mark. Given the price and the overall letdown, I’m not sure I’ll be returning anytime soon. It's unfortunate, but I was hoping for much more from what should have been a memorable evening.
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Nerri
Canberra
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Highly recommended, great value great food and excellent service.
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Fiona
Canberra
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our group had the risotto, chicken an barramundi All were excellent meals, tasty well presented and just right size servings.
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Jonathan
Canberra
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I opted for a two-course meal, starting with a light entree (prawns) that was beautifully presented and full of fresh, vibrant flavors. But the real highlight was the main course: a chicken dish that was nothing short of spectacular. The chicken was cooked to absolute perfection—juicy, tender, and seasoned just right. Beyond the delicious food, the service was fantastic. Our server was attentive and ensuring our glasses were always full. staff were professional with a friendly warmth that made the experience feel personal and welcoming. Overall, it was a truly delightful evening. Highly recommended!
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ROBERT
Tahoe
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 23, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The dinners were very good. We had the 3-course meal with a delicious beetroot salad, mushroom risotto, and yummy sticky date pudding. The service was nice; because the restaurant is on the lower floor of the atrium area, there wasn't a lot of ambiance. However, the tasty dinners were the stars of the evening.
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Jacqueline
Canberra
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were a large group of 24 people seated at three different tables. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meals. The steak, in particular, was cooked to perfection and highly praised. It is not always easy to cater for a large group but the staff handled this easily and with aplomb. We were staying at the Ramada Diplomat Hotel for two nights and enjoyed dinner at the Diplomat Bar and Grill for two nights, also breakfast each morning. Happy Hour was great and bar staff very good. We are already planning our next visit to this excellent hotel in Canberra.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Canberra
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The meal was delicious, the barramundi was cooked to perfection. Only thing we didn’t like was how cold the restaurant, the heating was set to 15 degrees & the staff said they couldn’t turn it up. I’ll be back when it starts warming up.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Canberra
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on July 12, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Entree was good and the main was ok. Overall it took us over an hour for the food that is for both entree and mains we waited 45 mins for calamari and almost an hour for the salmon and chicken. The mains didn’t even arrive together for the table and by the time one of us finished the salmon only then the other person got his mains. Food was good just need better time management
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Canberra
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food matched with great service.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Canberra
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the set menu, it was delicious, and portions are generous. the staff are friendly, professional and service was fantastic. we had a great night. thank you
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FAQs

Diplomat Bar & Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (02) 6295 2277.

Diplomat Bar & Grill is rated 4.5 stars by 33 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 18, 2024

11:30 PM

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

2 Hely St, Griffith, AU-ACT 2603

Additional information

Cross street
Corner of Wentworth Avenue and Canberra Avenue.
Neighborhood
Kingston
Hours of operation
Daily 7:00 am–10:00 am Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Modern European
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Public transit
Canberra Train Station - Bus Stop
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Heshan Bandara
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://diplomat.ramadacanberra.com.au/dining/
Phone number
(02) 6295 2277
Catering
Please visit us on https://diplomat.ramadacanberra.com.au/events/ or email events@ramadacanberra.com.au
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.

Diplomat Bar & Grill

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Experiences

$49 - Diplomat Set Menu

Christmas Day 2024

Offers

Happy Hour

Menu

What 33 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

Does Diplomat Bar & Grill offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Diplomat Bar & Grill restaurant rated?

Is Diplomat Bar & Grill currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information