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Best Contemporary Restaurants Near Me In Canberra

August 15, 2026
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Canberra’s contemporary restaurants capture the city’s increasingly confident approach to dining. Modern Australian produce remains at the centre of many menus, but chefs freely draw on European, Asian and native Australian flavours, creating food that feels connected to the capital without being restricted by tradition.

The strongest dining rooms balance invention with approachability. Some deliver polished tasting menus and carefully composed plates, while others favour energetic shared dining, charcoal cooking or modern café dishes that move naturally from breakfast into dinner. Seasonal ingredients, thoughtful drinks lists and relaxed service are recurring themes.

These Canberra restaurants cover everything from lively Braddon dinners and refined lakeside occasions to neighbourhood dining and casual southside grills. Menus change regularly at several venues, so the dishes described below should be treated as a guide to each kitchen’s style rather than a fixed promise.

Eighty Six

Eighty Six is one of Canberra’s defining contemporary restaurants: energetic, irreverent and built around food designed to be passed around the table. The open kitchen occupies the centre of the action, giving counter diners a close view of chefs preparing the restaurant’s frequently changing selection of snacks, handmade pasta, seafood, vegetables and substantial shared plates.

The cooking is bold rather than restrained. Depending on the menu, dinner might move from a crisp potato scallop or steak tartare to pumpkin-filled pasta, richly sauced gnocchi, barramundi or a deeply flavoured meat dish. The celebrated banoffee pie remains a fittingly indulgent finish. Knowledgeable service, an upbeat soundtrack and a strong collection of cocktails and Australian wines complete a distinctly lively experience. It is particularly well suited to adventurous date nights and groups comfortable sharing several dishes.

Address: Mode 3, Corner of Elouera and Lonsdale Streets, Braddon ACT 2612

Eighty Six Menu

Food Menu

cheeseburger slider s
$15
charred corn w togarashi sour cream s, gf, p, v
$7
tuna crudo, peas, mint, goat's curd gf
$30
habanero beef tartare w prawn crackers df
$28
st agur, witlof, granny smith, walnuts, vincotto gf, v
$28
brussels sprouts, tonnato sauce, chervil, bottarga gf, df
$30
fragrant crispy eggplant with sichuan chilli caramel v, s, p, df
$28
charred broccolini, tuscan kale, hazelnuts, garlic, lemon v, p, gf, n, df
$26
indian spiced cauliflower, coconut yoghurt, dates & herbs gf, p, v, df
$26
pork belly salad, pickled green chilli, aged tamari, wood ear, tofu gf, p, s, df
$36
rare bluefin tuna salad w olives, kipflers, green beans & tarragon gf, df
$46
tiger prawn & saffron risotto, cherry tomato, shallots, crispy chilli oil gf, p, s
$42
pumpkin & mascarpone tortellini, sage, brown butter, hazelnuts v, p
$40
pappardelle, lamb shoulder & olive ragu, gremolata p
$42
twice cooked sichuan duck w spiced citrus sauce gf, p, df
$60
beef fillet, salsa verde, rocket, parmesan gf
$90
fries w kewpie gf, df, p, v
$12
apple tarte tatin, vanilla ice cream - share dessert v, p
$32
banoffee pie w pretzels p, v
$20
chocolate bavarian gf, p, v
$20

Tasting Menu

share food, $115pp

cheeseburger slider s
tuna crudo, peas, mint, goat's curd gf
pork belly salad, pickled green chilli, aged tamari, wood ear, tofu gf, p, s, df
pumpkin & mascarpone tortellini, sage, brown butter, hazelnuts v, p
twice cooked sichuan duck w spiced citrus sauce gf, p, df
banoffee pie w pretzels v, p
chocolate bavarian gf, p, v

Vegetarian Tasting Menu

share food, $95pp

charred corn w togarashi sour cream gf, v, p, s
st agur, witlof, granny smith, walnuts, vincotto gf, v
fragrant crispy eggplant with sichuan chilli caramel v, s, p, df
indian spiced cauliflower, coconut yoghurt, dates & herbs gf, p, v, df
pumpkin & mascarpone tortellini, sage, brown butter, hazelnuts v, p
banoffee pie w pretzels v, p
chocolate bavarian gf, p, v

Cocktails

pickle back
$16

buffalo trace & pickle juice

anejo roadtrip
$26

aged mezcal, lime & jalapeno margarita

bolivian southside
$24

agwa, vodka, mint, kaffir lime

agent komorowski
$28

a wet, dirty archie rose martini w spanish olives

bkp (bangkok punch)
$25

mandarin sherbert, spiced rum, coconut, pineapple, lime, cassia bark

sicilian hit
$25

limoncello, frangelico, vodka, pineapple, rosemary & vanilla (n)

rhubi rhubi
$25

rhubi mistelle, montenegro, yellow chartreuse, spiced rhubarb

italian sour
$24

campari, aperol, lemon & pink grapefruit

hard lemonade
$24

gin & elderflower liqueur spiked old fashioned lemonade

barrio king
$25

spiced pear infused pisco & frangelico sour (n)

mr miyagi
$26

plantation rum, cinnamon, yuzu, canton

banana old fashioned
$24

banana washed jack daniel's, smoked maple syrup

underground express
$26

underground spirits caramel vodka espresso martini (n)

spiced rhubarb & rosemary soda (non-alcoholic)
$12
elderflower & passionfruit soda (non-alcoholic)
$12

Beer

Capital Brewing Co Coast Ale, ACT
$13
Stone & Wood, NSW
$14
Kirin Ichiban, JAP
$12
Sapporo, JPN
$13
Peroni, ITA
$12
Melbourne Bitter Longneck, VIC
$20
Balter XPA, QLD
$14
Bentspoke Crankshaft IPA, ACT
$15
Mountain Culture 'Status Quo' Pale Ale, NSW
$17
White Rabbit Dark Ale, VIC
$14
Batlow Cloudy Apple Cider, NSW
$13
Heaps Normal Quiet XPA, ACT
$10

Sparkling

NV Amanti Prosecco, Veneto, Italy
$16
NV Champagne De Saint Gall 1er Cru Chardonnay-Pinot Noir
$32
NV Cremant Jean Marc LaFont 'Bel Air' Blanc de Blancs, Burgundy, France
$146
2022 Champagne Noel Bazin 'Revelation' Blanc de Blancs, France
$289
NV Champagne Sebastien Mouzon L'atavique Grand Cru
$300
NV Champagne Pierre Paillard 'Les Parcelles' Bouzy Grand Cru
$308

White

2025 Clonakilla Riesling, Canberra District
$19
2024 Alois Lageder Pinot Grigio, Alto Adige, Italy
$20
2023 Hugel 'Gentil' Alsace Blend, France
$18
2024 Usher Tinkler 'Paperwasp' Chardonnay, Hunter Valley
$19
2024 Marc Bredif Vouvray Chenin Blanc, Loire, France
$22
2024 Pressing Matters Riesling, Coal River Valley
$96
2023 Josmeyer 'Le Kotabe' Riesling, Alsace, France
$171
2021 Hiedler 'Gaisberg' 1ÖTW Riesling, Kamptal, Austria
$204
2023 Hiedler 'Langenloiser' Gruner Veltliner, Kamptal, Austria
$90
2023 Forges Clos du Papillon Chenin Blanc, Loire, France
$149
2022 Belargus 'Ronceray' Anjou Chenin Blanc, Loire, France
$305
2023 Paul Kubler 'Les Panetiers' Pinot Blanc, Alsace, France
$105
2022 Marcel Deiss 'Complantation' Alsace Blend, France
$162
2024 Craggy Range 'Te Muna' Sauvignon Blanc, Martinborough, NZ
$85
2023 Regis Minet Pouilly Fume, Loire France
$165
2024 Vacheron Sancerre, Loire, France
$231
2024 Italo Cescon Pinot Grigio, Veneto, Italy
$108
2023 Patrick Piuze Chablis 'Terroir De Courgis', Burgundy, France
$190
2024 Giant Steps Applejack Vineyard Chardonnay, Yarra Valley
$219
2025 L.A.S. 'Beyond The Capes' Chardonnay, Margaret River
$119
2024 Marina Coppi 'Francesca' Timorasso, Piedmont, Italy
$140
2021 Bernard Gripa 'Les Figuiers' Marsanne-Roussanne, Rhone, France
$261
2021 Clos Saouma 'Inopia' Grenache Blanc, Rhone, France
$195

Rose + Orange

2024 Mount Majura Chardonnay-Pinot Rosado, Canberra District
$17
2025 Ravensworth Pinot Gris, Canberra District
$80
2021 Sepp Muster Graf Morillon Old Vine Chardonnay, Styria, Austria (s)
$231
2023 Cos Rami Sicilian Orange Blend, Italy (s)
$138
2022 Ravensworth Seven Months Gris-Gewurtz, Canberra District (s)
$105
2023 Pyramid Valley 'Orange' Sav Blanc-Gris, North Canterbury, NZ (s)
$165

Red

2024 Saint Porcain 'La Ficelle' Pinot Noir Blend, Rhone, France
$19
2024 Ravensworth Sangiovese, Canberra District
$18
2021 Maisulan Tempranillo Madurado 6, Rioja, Spain
$19
2022 Finca Las Moras Reserva Malbec, San Juan, Argentina
$17
2017 Lark Hill Syrah, Canberra District
$23
2023 Louis Latour Morgon Gamay, Beaujolais, France
$112
2023 Daniel Bouland 'Bellevue' Morgon Gamay, Beaujolais, France
$138
2023 Pernot Fixin Pinot Noir, Burgundy, France
$172
2023 Confuron-Gindre Nuits Saint Gorges Pinot Noir, Burgundy
$335
2022 Pressing Matters Pinot Noir, Coal River Valley
$145
2022 Hochkirch 'Maximus' Pinot Noir, Tarrington
$151
2024 Frontino Montepulciano, Abruzzo, Italy
$70
2024 Trediberri Barbera D'Alba, Piedmont, Italy
$105
2022 Antonelli Montefalco Rosso Sango-Sagrantino Blend, Umbria
$110
2023 Talenti Sangiovese Rosso Di Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy
$118
2020 Casanova Di Neri Brunello Di Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy
$345
2023 Massolino Nebbiolo, Piedmont, Italy
$140
2020 Mauro Molino Barolo, Piedmont, Italy
$270
2023 Alfredo Maestro Carbonic Maceration Grenache, Madrid, Spain
$90
2022 Brash Higgins Grenache-Mataro, McLaren Vale
$80
2021 Marli Russell x Mount Mary Grenache Blend (GSMC), Yarra Valley
$131
2023 Clos Saint Jean Chateauneuf-Du-Pape, Southern Rhone, France
$290
2019 Valenciso Reserva Tempranillo, Rioja, Spain
$181
2023 Ravensworth Estate Shiraz Viognier, Canberra District
$101
2019 Clonakilla 'O'Riada' Shriaz, Canberra District
$158
2014 Moppity 'Escalier' Shiraz, Canberra District
$235
2023 Delas St Joseph Syrah, Rhone, France
$153
2023 Alain Graillot Crozes Hermitage Syrah, Rhone, France
$270
2016 Malleret Haut-Medoc Merlot-Cabernet, Bordeaux, France
$161

Dessert

2021 Caussades Sainte Croix Du Mont Sem-Sav, Bordeaux, France
$19
2023 Muscat de Beaumes de Venise, Rhone, France
$18
1988 Toro Albala Don Pedro Ximenez Gran Reserva
$34

Corella Bar & Restaurant

Corella brings a quieter, more polished character to Lonsdale Street. The intimate dining room combines precise modern cooking with native Australian ingredients, using familiar techniques to introduce flavours such as finger lime, saltbush, lemon myrtle, pepperberry and Davidson plum. The result feels unmistakably Australian without turning native produce into a novelty.

Seasonality guides both the à la carte selection and the curated set menu. Oysters and seafood may arrive with bright native citrus, vegetables are treated with the same care as premium meat, and the charcoal grill lends depth to steaks and other larger plates. A curious Australian-focused wine list and inventive cocktails make Corella equally suitable for a complete dinner or a slower evening of drinks and shared food. The low-lit room and polished but unforced service are especially appealing for dates and celebrations.

Address: 14 Lonsdale Street, Braddon ACT 2612

Corella Bar & Restaurant Menu

Tucker

House focaccia
$6

saltbush, buttermite

East33 oyster
$40

lemon myrtle vinegar, finger lime

Seared scallop
$15

XO sauce

Prawn bun
$20

fermented chilli mayo, lettuce

Panisse chips
$18

dill & orange aioli [4pc]

BBQ cauliflower
$24

native chimichurri, stracciatella, almond, chilli oil

Eggplant
$26

mushroom duxelle, chilli honey muntries, parmigiano

Beef tartare
$26

romesco, potato scallops

Spatchcock schnitzel
$38

house fermented green chilli aioli

Pumpkin risotto
$35

artichoke hearts, bush tomato, feta

Murray cod
$55

chermoula, sea blite, mustard pickle, lime

Pork scotch fillet
$55

pickled cavalo nero, davidson plum sauce

1.5kg Black Onyx Tomahawk
$150

master sauce

Roast potatoes
$18

crème fraiche, chilli oil, chives

Charred broccolini
$16

peanut dressing, sesame

Charred brussel sprouts
$18

bush tomato balsamic, dukkah, sorghum

Leaf salad
$16

sauce cumberland, Meredith's goat's feta, pistachio

Desserts

Lemon curd icecream
$18

pavlova, almond dacquoise, passionfruit, blueberry

Apricot malva cake
$18

white chocolate ice cream, vanilla custard

Coconut pannacotta
$20

wild basil sorbet, strawberry, butter crumble

Sticky/Sweet Wine

2021 Domaine des Bernardins Muscat de Beaumes de Venise Muscat.
$20

Rhone Valley, FRA

2021 Terre à Terre [Crayères Vineyard] Botrytis Sauvignon Blanc.
$20

Piccadilly Valley, SA

2022 Scintilla x The Other Right [Eau d'amis No.5] Mistelle Tempranillo/Shiraz/Pinot Gris.
$20

Adelaide Hills, SA

1987 Toro Albala Don PX Gran Reserva.
$20

Pedro Ximenez. Montilla-moriles, ESP

Digestifs/Amaro

Amaro Montenegro
$12

ITA

Cappelletti Amaro Sfumato Rabarbaro
$14

ITA

Cappelletti Pasubio Vino Amaro
$14

ITA

Cappelletti Elisir Novasalus Vino Amaro
$15

ITA

Autonomy Native Australian Amaro
$12

AUS

Silvio Carta 'Bomba Carta!' Amaro
$14

ITA

Fernet Branca
$12

ITA

Chartreuse Yellow
$14

FRA

Chartreuse Green
$14

FRA

Barsol Pisco
$13

PE

Cocchi Grappa
$14

ITA

Edgar’s Inn

Edgar’s Inn contains several distinct hospitality spaces, but contemporary diners should head upstairs to The Inn. This warm neighbourhood restaurant offers a more refined experience than the pub below while remaining relaxed and approachable. An asado grill anchors the kitchen, giving steaks, seafood and vegetables a pronounced wood-fired character.

The menu is designed with sharing in mind and can include wood-fired prawns, crudo, handmade pasta, charred vegetables, spatchcock and premium beef cooked over the coals. Seasonal set menus allow the kitchen to explore a theme in greater depth, while generously served desserts—particularly the tableside Biscoff tiramisu—bring a playful conclusion. The combination of skilled cooking, comfortable service and a strong neighbourhood atmosphere makes The Inn an excellent choice when a formal fine-dining room would feel excessive.

Address: 1 Edgar Street, Ainslie ACT 2602

Edgar's Inn Menu

Breakfast

Available from 7:30am everyday. Breakfast until 11am weekdays + 11:30am weekends & public holidays.

Toast & Housemade Jam (v/gfr)
$12

Little Sutton Bakery sourdough, Pepe Saya butter, housemade jam

House Baked Banana Bread
$11

Banana bread, whipped honey ricotta, toffee butter

Toastie (v)
$15

Three cheeses on sourdough, tomato jam

Smashed Avo (v/vnr/gfr)
$25

Goats cheese, poached eggs, fresh herbs, chilli crunch on sourdough

Edgars Brekky Burger (gfr)
$21

Bacon, egg, american cheese, relish, lettuce, aioli & a side of hashbrowns

House-Cured Salmon Benny (gfr)
$25.50

Poached eggs, house-cured salmon & brown butter hollandaise, English muffins

Eggs on Sourdough
$16

Eggs your way on sourdough

Turkish Eggs
$25

Confit garlic & beans, dill yoghurt, poached eggs, toasted Turkish bread

Zucchini & feta fritter
$25

Cumin yoghurt, greens, poached eggs

Ancient Grain Porridge (v)
$9.50

Pearl barley, quinoa, oats, rhubarb & pear compotê, coconut yoghurt, mascarpone

Housemade Buttermilk Pancakes
$23

Maple glazed bacon, vanilla mascarpone, fruit

Biggg Brekky
$33

Eggs your way, chorizo, greens, hashbrown, mushroom, bacon, sourdough

Kids Pancakes
$15

Bacon & maple OR Fruit & maple

Shares

Housemade Hummus [vgn/gfr]
$20

Wood-fired flatbread, dukkah (vgn, gfr)

1/2KG Crispy Wings
$21.50

Frank’s hot sauce, ranch

Edamame
$18

Tangy sesame dressing, furikake, togarashi

Karaage Chicken
$24

Togarashi, lemon, spicy mayo

Corn Ribs
$19

Cajun butter, parmesan, lime (v/gf)

Nachos [v/gf/vgr]
$26

Black bean chilli, guacamole, sour cream, salsa

Calamari [gf]
$19.50

Salt & pepper seasoning, aioli

Tacos
$22

Grilled chicken, salsa, avocado, chipotle mayo (x2 per serve)

Chips [v]
$13.50

Aioli or tomato sauce

Mains

Wagyu Beef Burger [gfr]
$27

Cheese, lettuce, onion, pickle, Edgars mayo, chips, aioli

Crispy Fried Chicken Burger
$26.50

Lettuce, pepper mayo, pickle, chips, aioli

Mushroom Burger [v/gfr]
$25

Portobello, roquette, aioli, pesto, pickled onion, chips, aioli

B.L.A.T
$25.50

Bacon, lettuce, avocado, tomato, chips, aioli

Pan Seared Barramundi [gf]
$39

Romesco, broccolini, almonds, mixed herbs, potato

Grilled Beef Kebab
$34

Pita, fresh herbs, green goddess, sumac, chips, aioli

Chana Masala [v/vgnr/gfr]
$29

Yellow chickpeas, yoghurt, coriander, garlic flatbread

Sirloin [gf]
$44

Greens, chips & gravy, pepper or mushroom sauce

Chicken Schnitzel
$29.50

Chips, salad & gravy, pepper or mushroom sauce

Chicken Parmi
$34

Xmas ham, tomato jam, smoked mozzarella, chips, salad

Fish n Chips
$33

Beer battered fish, chips, tartare, green leaf salad

Vodka Pasta [v]
$26

Rigatoni, vodka sauce, stracciatella, pangrattato, chilli

Lamb Shank
$36

Mash, maple glazed carrots, red wine braised onion, jus

Salads

Roast Cauliflower Salad [v/gf/vgnr]
$26

Pumpkin, roquette, miso mayo & seeds

Greek Lamb Salad
$27

Beetroot, goats cheese, olives, radicchio, spinach, tendrils, sherry vinaigrette

Sweets

Sticky Date Pudding [v]
$16.50

Toffee sauce, vanilla ice cream

Apple Pie-zza [v]
$18

Butterscotch, vanilla mascarpone, almond crumb

Pizza

Available from 11:30am daily!

Traditional Margherita
$25

San marzano, fior di latte, basil | v

Prosciutto & Roquette
$27.50

San marzano, fior di latte, grana padano

Salami
$27.50

San marzano, fior di latte, spicy peppers, chilli flakes

Sausage & Potato
$28

Fior di latte, rosemary

Hawaiian
$26.50

San marzano, fior di latte, mortadella, pineapple, oregano

Caramelised Onion
$26.50

Goats cheese, rosemary & hot honey

Mushroom
$28

Fior di latte, mixed mushrooms, ricotta & confit garlic

Capricciosa
$28

Mushroom, olives, artichoke, tomato, fior di latte

The Inn

PLEASE NOTE: Our menu changes frequently and may vary. Set Menu 89 | 129. Available to all, required for groups of 6 and above.

Freshly shucked rock oyster, natural
$6.50
Crème fraîche and chive tart, Aquatir caviar
$16
Turnip skewer, harissa salt, celeriac
$15
Swordfish belly skewer, mandarin kosho
$16
Woodfired Mooloolaba prawn, nam jim talay
$15
MB9 Intercostal skewer, black garlic, sesame sambal
$16
Canadian scallop, garlic & herb butter
$15
Pumpkin and tofu dumpling, yellow curry
$24
House made flatbread, labneh, pistachio, rose
$16
South coast tuna, green olive
$28
BBQ leek, buttermilk, salmon roe
$24
Traditional wagyu tartare, croutons
$28
Charcoal chicken, tabouleh, toum
$44
Casarecce, burnt zucchini, garlic chips
$34
Ulladulla swordfish, braised white bean, kelp
$44
750g Icon XB MB6-7 rump, jus
$125
Fire roasted cauliflower, peanut tahini, curry leaf
$28
Charred wombok, bilber butter, harissa crumb
$24
Shoestring fries
$14
Leaves, soft herbs, champagne vinaigrette
$14
‘Our baklava’, orange blossom semifreddo, cinnamon sherbet
$17
Chocolate mousse, berries, honeycomb
$16
White chocolate ganache, passionfruit curd, meringue
$16

Feed Me $89 Per Person

Our menus are guided by the seasons and shaped by what’s freshest and most exciting on the day. These samples are a glimpse into what we love to serve – but the final touches are often decided just hours before service, depending on what our chef finds inspiring. Choose the menu thats right for your table - kids menus are welcome as add ons. The same menu is required for the whole table, though children and vegan/vegetarian guests will have their own menu, as below.

House made flat bread, labneh, pistachio, rose
Traditional wagyu tartare, croutons
Pumpkin and tofu dumpling, yellow curry
Mooloolaba prawn, nam jim talay
Charcoal chicken, tabouleh, toum
Casarecce, burnt zucchini, garlic chips
Leaves, soft herbs, champagne vinaigrette
Shoestring fries
White chocolate ganache, passionfruit curd, meringue

Feed Me $129 Per Person

Our menus are guided by the seasons and shaped by what’s freshest and most exciting on the day. These samples are a glimpse into what we love to serve – but the final touches are often decided just hours before service, depending on what our chef finds inspiring. Choose the menu thats right for your table - kids menus are welcome as add ons. The same menu is required for the whole table, though children and vegan/vegetarian guests will have their own menu, as below.

Freshly shucked rock oyster, mezcal, lime
House made flat bread, labneh, pistachio, rose
South coast tuna, green olive
Pumpkin and tofu dumpling, yellow curry
MB9 Intercostal skewer, black garlic, sesame sambal
Mooloolaba prawn, nam jim talay
700g icon XB MBS 6-7 rump, jus
Charcoal chicken, tabouleh, toum
Leaves, soft herbs, champagne vinaigrette
Shoestring fries
White chocolate ganache, passionfruit curd, meringue

Kids Feed Me ($39)

(Per child u12).

Housemade flatbread
Teriyaki chicken skewer
Icon 8+ Rump, chips, tomato sauce
Vanilla Ice - Cream

Wakefields Bar & Wine

Wakefields Happy Meal: Burger + Fries + Martini
$50
Dry aged cheeseburger, onion, american cheddar
$28
Fish burger, iceberg, yoghurt tartare
$28
Beef and pork ragu, papardelle, grana padana
$28
Ricotta gnudi, broccoli, pangrattato
$28
Linguini vongole
$29
Shoestring fries
$14
Leaves, soft herbs, champagne vinaigrette
$14
Burnt butter sundae
$15
Gelato of the day
$9
Prawn toast stuffed zucchini flowers
$8
Sydney rock oyster, green apple mignonette
$6.50
Gilda, boquerones, caperberry, guindilla
$6
House olives
$10
Gnocco fritto, parmesan cream, wagyu bresaola
$11
Flatbread, garlic butter
$15
Mushroom pate, crudite
$21
Big mak beef carpaccio
$26
South coast tuna, yuzu kosho
$26

Water’s Edge Canberra

Water’s Edge occupies one of Canberra’s most distinctive dining positions, looking across Lake Burley Griffin from Parkes. Its contemporary Australian cooking is presented with fine-dining detail, combining local produce with native ingredients and influences drawn from European and Asian cuisines. Floor-to-ceiling windows make lunch particularly attractive, while the illuminated lakeside setting creates a more intimate mood after dark.

Seasonal menus may feature cured salmon with finger lime and ponzu, kangaroo with pepperberry, carefully cooked duck, lamb with saltbush or modern vegetable compositions. Diners can choose from shorter fixed-price meals, shared menus and longer degustations, with wine matching available for a more complete experience. Private dining domes overlooking the lake add a sense of occasion, although the main dining room remains the better choice for guests who want the full restaurant atmosphere.

Address: 40 Parkes Place East, Parkes ACT 2600

Water's Edge Restaurant Canberra Menu

Truffle Menu 2026

3 Course Truffle Menu $130 pp. Sourdough and Truffle Butter. Amuse-Bouche: Truffle Pomme Croquette.

Amuse-Bouche: Truffle Pomme Croquette
Cured Sashimi Salmon (GF | DFO | NF)

Truffle Ponzu, Katsuobushi, Furikake, Radish, Finger Lime, Fresh Truffle

Mushroom Duxelles Pasta (GF | DFO | NF)

Truffle infused Celeriac Velouté, Black Garlic, Fresh Truffle

Slow Cooked Wagyu Beef Cheeks (GF | DFO | NF)

Truffle Artichoke velouté, Carrot and Brussels Sprout

Truffle Risotto (GF | DFO | NF)

Fresh Truffle

Truffle Cheesecake (GFO | NFO)

Vanilla Truffle Ice Cream

Lunch Menu

3 COURSE (LUNCH $77PP) Or A LA CARTE MENU

Stracciatella (GFO | VEG)
$27

Pistachio Pesto, Zucchini, Pomegranate Glaze, Croutons

Cured Sashimi Salmon (GF | DFO | NF)
$30

Ponzu, Orange, Wasabi Katsuobushi, Furikake, Finger Lime

Kangroo Fillet (GF | DFO | NF)
$27

Mustard, Crispy Shallots, Pickled Beetroot, Pepper Berry Emulsion, Fondant Potato

Achiote Marinated Spatchcock (GF | DFO | NF)
$28

Gem Lettuce, Native Pepper Berry Mayo Glaze

Honey Spiced Hawkesbury Duck Breast (GF | DFO | NFO)
$44

Macadamia Puree, Stone Fruit, Coffee Jus

White Pyrenees Lamb Back Strap (GF | DFO | NF)
$47

Potato Galette, Mashed Peas, Black Garlic, Salt Bush

Fish of The Day (GFO | DFO | NF)
$38

Cauliflower, Asparagus, Charred Tomato, Butter Beurre Blanc

Panfried Halloumi (VEG | GF | NF)
$37

Red Wine and Honey Emulsion, Fig, Mashed Peas, Mint and Asparagus Salad

Fries With Parmesan (DFO)
$11
Green Beans with Roast Almonds (GF | DF | NFO)
$10
Molten Chocolate Cake (NFO)
$26

Home Made Vanilla Ice Cream

Yuzu Mousse (GFO | NFO)
$25

Meringue, Raspberry Coulis, Strawberries, Coconut and Peppermint Ice Cream

Cheese Plate *2 Cheeses
$35
Skip Dessert for Cheese - Cheese Course Upgrade for 3 Course
$10

Dome Dining Lunch

3 COURSE (LUNCH $90PP)

Yuzu Mousse (GFO | NFO)

Meringue, Raspberry Coulis, Strawberries, Coconut and Peppermint Ice Cream

Cheese Plate *2 Cheeses
Skip Dessert for Cheese - Cheese Course Upgrade for 3 Course
Stracciatella (GFO | VEG)

Pistachio Pesto, Zucchini, Pomegranate Glaze, Croutons

Cured Sashimi Salmon (GF | DFO | NF)

Ponzu, Orange, Wasabi Katsuobushi, Furikake, Finger Lime

Kangroo Fillet (GF | DFO | NF)

Mustard, Crispy Shallots, Pickled Beetroot, Pepper Berry Emulsion, Fondant Potato

Achiote Marinated Spatchcock (GF | DFO | NF)

Gem Lettuce, Native Pepper Berry Mayo Glaze

Honey Spiced Hawkesbury Duck Breast (GF | DFO | NFO)

Macadamia Puree, Stone Fruit, Coffee Jus

White Pyrenees Lamb Back Strap (GF | DFO | NF)

Potato Galette, Mashed Peas, Black Garlic, Salt Bush

Fish of The Day (GFO | DFO | NF)

Cauliflower, Asparagus, Charred Tomato, Butter Beurre Blanc

Panfried Halloumi (VEG | GF | NF)

Red Wine and Honey Emulsion, Fig, Mashed Peas, Mint and Asparagus Salad

Fries With Parmesan (DFO)
Green Beans with Roast Almonds (GF | DF | NFO)
Molten Chocolate Cake (NFO)

Home Made Vanilla Ice Cream

High Tea Indoor

Wednesday to Sunday $65 pp. A set of sweet and savoury pastries, Ribbon sandwiches, fresh scones, jam and cream. Indulge in our famous afternoon tea stand with an array of savouries, freshly baked scones, jam and cream, selection of tempting cakes, assorted tea. Kids High Tea (Under 14 years). Light High-Tea (Minimum 2 Guests) $40pp.

Fresh Scones, cream and jam
Chocolate nut brownie
Mini lemon Tart
Salmon Rillettes
Arancini Balls
Scones, fresh cream and jam, tea and coffee or Juice
$40
Sandwiches, tea/coffee or Juice
$40
Tea and coffee, scones, cream and jam
Tea and coffee Plate of sandwiches

High Tea Indoor - Bubbles

Upgrade your High-Tea with following Bubbles

Farrier’s cottage Sparkling Brut (SA)
$15
Andrew Delorme Crémant de Bourgogne (FRA)
$18
Champagne Didier Chopin Brut (FRA)
$30

High Tea Dome Dining

Wednesday to Sunday $80 pp. A set of sweet and savoury pastries, Ribbon sandwiches, fresh scones, jam and cream. Indulge in our famous afternoon tea stand with an array of savouries, freshly baked scones, jam and cream, selection of tempting cakes, assorted tea. Kids High Tea (Under 14 years). Light High-Tea (Minimum 2 Guests) $40pp.

Fresh Scones, cream and jam
Chocolate nut brownie
Mini lemon Tart
Salmon Rillettes
Arancini Balls
Scones, fresh cream and jam, tea and coffee or Juice
$40
Sandwiches, tea/coffee or Juice
$40
Tea and coffee, scones, cream and jam
Tea and coffee Plate of sandwiches

High Tea Dome Dining - Bubbles

Upgrade your High-Tea with following Bubbles

Farrier’s cottage Sparkling Brut (SA)
$15
Andrew Delorme Crémant de Bourgogne (FRA)
$18
Champagne Didier Chopin Brut (FRA)
$30

Dinner Menu

3 COURSE (DINNER $95PP) Or A LA CARTE MENU

Stracciatella (GFO | VEG)
$27

Pistachio Pesto, Zucchini, Pomegranate Glaze, Croutons

Cured Sashimi Salmon (GF | DFO | NF)
$30

Ponzu, Orange, Wasabi Katsuobushi, Furikake, Finger Lime

Kangroo Fillet (GF | DFO | NF)
$27

Mustard, Crispy Shallots, Pickled Beetroot, Pepper Berry Emulsion, Fondant Potato

Achiote Marinated Spatchcock (GF | DFO | NF)
$28

Gem Lettuce, Native Pepper Berry Mayo Glaze

Honey Spiced Hawkesbury Duck Breast (GF | DFO | NFO)
$44

Macadamia Puree, Stone Fruit, Coffee Jus

White Pyrenees Lamb Back Strap (GF | DFO | NF)
$47

Potato Galette, Mashed Peas, Black Garlic, Salt Bush

Fish of The Day (GFO | DFO | NF)
$38

Cauliflower, Asparagus, Charred Tomato, Butter Beurre Blanc

Panfried Halloumi (VEG | GF | NF)
$37

Red Wine and Honey Emulsion, Fig, Mashed Peas, Mint and Asparagus Salad

Fries With Parmesan (DFO)
$11
Green Beans with Roast Almonds (GF | DF | NFO)
$10
Molten Chocolate Cake (NFO)
$26

Home Made Vanilla Ice Cream

Yuzu Mousse (GFO | NFO)
$25

Meringue, Raspberry Coulis, Strawberries, Coconut and Peppermint Ice Cream

Cheese Plate *2 Cheeses
$35
Skip Dessert for Cheese - Cheese Course Upgrade for 3 Course
$10

Dome Dining Dinner

3 COURSE (DINNER $120PP)

Stracciatella (GFO | VEG)

Pistachio Pesto, Zucchini, Pomegranate Glaze, Croutons

Cured Sashimi Salmon (GF | DFO | NF)

Ponzu, Orange, Wasabi Katsuobushi, Furikake, Finger Lime

Kangroo Fillet (GF | DFO | NF)

Mustard, Crispy Shallots, Pickled Beetroot, Pepper Berry Emulsion, Fondant Potato

Achiote Marinated Spatchcock (GF | DFO | NF)

Gem Lettuce, Native Pepper Berry Mayo Glaze

Honey Spiced Hawkesbury Duck Breast (GF | DFO | NFO)

Macadamia Puree, Stone Fruit, Coffee Jus

White Pyrenees Lamb Back Strap (GF | DFO | NF)

Potato Galette, Mashed Peas, Black Garlic, Salt Bush

Fish of The Day (GFO | DFO | NF)

Cauliflower, Asparagus, Charred Tomato, Butter Beurre Blanc

Panfried Halloumi (VEG | GF | NF)

Red Wine and Honey Emulsion, Fig, Mashed Peas, Mint and Asparagus Salad

Fries With Parmesan (DFO)
Green Beans with Roast Almonds (GF | DF | NFO)
Molten Chocolate Cake (NFO)

Home Made Vanilla Ice Cream

Yuzu Mousse (GFO | NFO)

Meringue, Raspberry Coulis, Strawberries, Coconut and Peppermint Ice Cream

Cheese Plate *2 Cheeses
Skip Dessert for Cheese - Cheese Course Upgrade for 3 Course

Shared Menu 2026

3 Course Shared Menu for Two $180, Minimum of Two People. Chef Choice Amuse on Arrival followed by Sour Dough and Smoke Butter. Palate Cleanser. Available for groups of TWO, FOUR, SIX, EIGHT (Even Numbers).

Cured Sashimi King Fish (GF | DFO | NF)

Nuoc Cham, Lychee, Katsuobushi, Furikake, Finger Lime

300g MB-4 little Joe Striploin, Black Garlic
Baked Meringue Yuzu Mousse (GF | NF)

Meringue, Raspberry Coulis, Strawberries, Coconut and Peppermint Ice Cream

Five Course Degustation Menu

5 Course Degustation Menu @$115pp. Chef Choice amuse-bouche. Note- Degustation menu items can be updated anytime without any notice.

Chef Choice amuse-bouche
Cured Sashimi Salmon (GF | DFO | NF)

Ponzu, Orange, Wasabi Katsuobushi, Furikake, Finger Lime

Honey Spiced Hawkesbury Duck Breast (GF | DFO | NF)

Quince, Quandong, Grapes, Carrot Puree, Coffee Jus

Kangaroo Fillet (GF | DFO | NF)

Mustard, Crispy Shallots, Pickled Beetroot, Pepper Berry Emulsion, Fondant Potato

White Pyrenees Lamb Back Strap (GF | DFO | NF)

(Chef’s Recommendation – Medium Rare) Potato Galette, Mashed Peas, Black Garlic, Salt Bush

Fries with Parmesan (DFO)
$11
Green Beans with Roast Almond (GF, DF, NFO)
$10
Yuzu Pannacotta

Mango Jelly, Matcha Foam, Calamansi Sorbet, Coconut Crumb, Almond Biscotti (GFO | NFO)

Five Course Degustation Menu - Wine Pairings

Wine Pairings

Wine Pairing – Giant Sky Sauvignon Blanc – Marlborough, NZ
Wine Pairing – Nugan Estate Frasca’s Lane Pinot Grigio – King Valley, VIC
Wine Pairing – Cicada Green Grocer Pinot Noir – Marlborough, NZ
Wine Pairing – Sergi Estate Basket Pressed Seductive Shiraz – Virginia, SA
Wine Pairing – Cookoothama Limited Release Botrytis Semillon – Darlington Point, NSW

Highroad

Highroad is both a serious specialty-coffee destination and a contemporary all-day restaurant. The spacious Dickson dining room is filled with natural light, warm timber and exposed brick, creating an easy setting for everything from an early coffee to a leisurely weekend meal. Its longstanding connection with Canberra roaster ONA Coffee means espresso, filter coffee and rotating single origins receive as much attention as the food.

During the day, familiar brunch ideas are refreshed through seasonal produce, bold sauces and thoughtful presentation. Evening service shifts towards modern Australian share plates, refined mains, cocktails and Canberra-region wines. This flexibility is Highroad’s greatest strength: it works for coffee enthusiasts, casual lunches and relaxed dinners without feeling as though one part of the business is an afterthought. It is also one of the most accessible choices for diners who want contemporary cooking without a special-occasion price or atmosphere.

Address: 1 Woolley Street, Dickson ACT 2602

Highroad Menu

Breakfast

Breakfast menu · served until 11:30AM

Shokupan Toast
$17

Thick cut shokupan w' miso-honey butter & za'atar

Anthony Bourdain Sandwich
$19

Toasted focaccia, provolone, mortadella, dijon mustard & mayonnaise

Croque Madame
$24

Toasted sourdough w' ham, cheese bechamel & fried egg

Bacon & Egg Roll
$15

Black Forest smoked bacon, fried egg, hash brown, Swiss cheese and choice of spicy mango chutney, tomato or bbq sauce. OR GO DOUBLE!

Highroad Big Breakfast
$32

Scrambled eggs, bacon, chipolatas, grilled tomato, mushroom, baked beans, hash brown & toasted sourdough

Winter Porridge
$17

House creamy oats topped w' baked apple, dried fruits, cinnamon & goji berries

French Toast
$24

Brioche French toast with fresh figs, white chocolate ganache, cookie crumble & thyme

Winter Salad
$20

Roasted beetroot, sweet potato & roast carrot w' salad greens, brown rice, quinoa, ginger sesame dressing & pumpkin seeds add smoked salmon (I) +8 add avocado [ve opt] +7

Eggs On Sourdough
$25

Your choice of; poached, scrambled or fried w' Minute steak

Eggs On Sourdough
$23

Your choice of; poached, scrambled or fried w' Portabello mushrooms

Spanish Omelette
$27

Folded w' spinach, capsicum, provolone cheese, Neapolitan sauce & toasted sourdough

Dirty Eggs
$24

Flat bread topped w' garlic butter, greek yoghurt, fried eggs, chorizo, roasted chat potato, chilli oil, chipotle mayo & baked beans

Eggs Benedict
$28

Poached eggs on an english muffin w' Smoked Salmon, yuzu hollandaise, fried capers & charred orange

Eggs Benedict
$34

Poached eggs on an english muffin w' Pepper steak, house hollandaise & kale

Eggs Benedict
$26

Poached eggs on an english muffin w' Chickpea fritter, house hollandaise, zucchini, spinach & tabouleh

Breakfast Extras

Sourdough Slice / Hash Brown
$5
Gf Bread Slice
$6
Focaccia
$8
Eggs / Bacon / Smoked Salmon (I)
$7
Grilled speck / Grilled chorizo
$8
Minute steak
$14
Avocado / Portabello Mushroom
$7
Wilted Kale / House hollandaise
$5
Green salad / Frites & herb salt
$11

Lunch

Lunch menu · 11.30AM - 2.30 PM

Anthony Bourdain Sandwich
$19

Toasted focaccia, provolone, mortadella, dijon mustard & mayonnaise

Croque Madame
$24

Toasted sourdough w' ham, cheese bechamel & fried egg

Bacon & Egg Roll
$15

Black Forest smoked bacon, fried egg, hash brown, Swiss cheese and choice of spicy mango chutney, tomato or bbq sauce

Spanish Omelette
$27

Folded w' spinach, capsicum, provolone cheese, Neapolitan sauce & toasted sourdough

Dirty Eggs
$24

Flat bread topped w' garlic butter, greek yoghurt, fried eggs, chorizo, roasted chat potato, chilli oil, chipotle mayo & baked beans

Fried Chicken Waffle
$28

House made waffle with fried chicken, cheese, rocket, chilli oil & side of maple syrup

Thai Chicken Salad
$28

Charcoal roast chicken w' rice noodles, onion, cherry tomatoes, carrot, mixed leaves, Thai dressing, roast cashews & crispy shallots

Winter Salad
$20

Roasted beetroot, sweet potato & roast carrot w' salad greens, brown rice, quinoa, ginger sesame dressing & pumpkin seeds add smoked salmon (I) +8 add avocado [ve opt] +7

Steak & Frites
$38

w' your choice of gravy pepper or diane sauce

Fish & Frites
$29

Battered fish of the day w' house tartare & burnt lemon

Ricotta Ravioli
$26

Tomato & garlic confit, pepperoncino, creme friache & basil

Rigatoni Al Ragu
$28

Slow cooked beef ragu w' tomato, parsley, Pecorino Romano

The Ona Cappuccino
$16

Hazelnut creme, espresso syrup, vanilla creme and almond & orange biscotto

Lunch Burgers

All served with fries

Nashville Chicken Burger
$28

House made slaw, dill pickle & chipotle mayo

Oklahoma Smash Burger
$28

2 x 120gm Aussie beef patties, onions, cheese, Highroad special sauce & pickles

Fiji Burger
$28

160gm Aussie beef patty, cheese, tomato, charred pineapple, mango chutney, bbq sauce & rocket

Lunch Extras

Sourdough Slice / Hash Brown
$5
Gf Bread Slice
$8
Focaccia
$6
Eggs / Bacon / Smoked Salmon (I)
$7
Grilled speck / Grilled chorizo
$8
Minute steak / Nashville fried chicken
$14
Wilted Kale
$5
Avocado / Portabello Mushroom
$7
Green salad / Frites & herb salt
$11

Dinner Entrées

Grilled Focaccia
$12

CAFÉ DE PARIS BUTTER & SEA SALT OR EVOO & 40Y AGED PEDRO XIMÉNEZ

Marinated Olives
$14
Pâté de Campagne [farm-style terrine]
$24

Focaccia, cornichon, cognac prune

Charcuterie w' Grilled Focaccia, Cornichon, Olives
$14

JAMÓN, LP'S SAUCISSON SEC, CALABRESE

Boqueron Fritto, Salmon Roe, Dill, Toum
$19
Grilled King Prawn, Gochujang Butter, Nori Sesame Pesto
$23
Shime-Saba Mackerel, Shiso & Wasabi Pesto, Ginger, Nori
$22
Grilled Octopus, Charred Chilli, Potato, Toum
$24
64°C Egg, Morel, Saffron Potato, Pea, Jamón
$25
Beef Carpaccio w' 'Nduja Mayo, Parmesan Crumb, Capers, Rocket
$26

Dinner Mains

Ricotta Ravioli
$32

Tomato & garlic confit, peperoncino, crème fraîche, basil oil

Rosé Seafood Pappardelle
$34
Duck À L'Orange
$35
Ratatouille w' Grilled Sourdough
$33
Steak & Frites
$36

Green peppercorn sauce or Café de Paris butter or red wine jus. Add yorkshire pudding + 5.5

Slow Cooked Beef Short Rib
$36

Five spice jus, Petit Pois À La Françoise [peas, speck, lettuce]

Bouillabaisse
$39

Fish of the day, calamari, mussel, sauce rouille w' sourdough

Dinner Sides

Frites & Herb Salt
$11
Pommes Aligot [cheesy potato w' comte & gruyere]
$21
Green Salad
$14

Raspberry dressing

Dinner Desserts

The Ona Cappuccino
$16

Hazelnut creme patissiere, espresso syrup, vanilla creme, almond & orange biscotto

Bombe Alaska
$18

Malibu mousse, passionfruit curd, Cointreau flambe

Gold Chocolate Mousse
$16

add espresso +4 (decaf optional)

Canberra Bar & Grill

Canberra Bar & Grill represents the casual, family-friendly side of contemporary Australian dining. Rather than offering a tightly controlled tasting menu, it serves a broad selection intended to accommodate groups with different tastes. Steaks, gourmet burgers, seafood, pasta and familiar pub-style favourites form the heart of the offering, supported by cocktails, wine and outdoor seating.

The grill is the main attraction, with locally sourced cuts cooked to order and accompanied by straightforward sides and sauces. Burgers and generous comfort-food dishes make it particularly convenient for families, informal celebrations and relaxed meals in Tuggeranong. Diners looking for culinary experimentation will find more ambitious options elsewhere, but its long opening hours, accessible menu and easygoing atmosphere give it a useful place in Canberra’s broader contemporary dining scene.

Address: 1 Cynthea Teague Crescent, Greenway ACT 2900

Canberra Bar & Grill Menu

Breakfast

7 AM TO 2 PM

White Toast
$6

Strawberry Jam

Wholemeal Toast
$6

Peanut Butter

Artisan Sourdough
$8

Vegemite

Fruit Toast
$8

Honey

Gluten Free Toast
$8

Nutella

Turkish Toast
$8
Smoked Salmon
$5.50
2 Bacon Rashers
$5
Avocado
$4.50
Grilled Tomato
$4
Grilled Mushroom
$4
2 Hash Brown
$4
2 Eggs
$5
Wilted Spinach
$4.50
Hollandaise Sauce
$3
Eggs your way with Toast
$12

Scrambled / Poached / Fried

Brekkie Burrito
$20

Tortilla Wrap, Scrambled Eggs, Crispy Bacon, Mexican Beans, Corn, BBQ Sauce

CBG Brekkie Burger
$17

Beef Patty, Bacon, Egg, Cheese, Spinach Chipotle BBQ

Oven Baked Granola
$19

Honey Coconut Granola, Sweet Yoghurt, Banana, Apple Berries & Coconut Milk

CBG Breakfast
$24

Choice of 2 Eggs, Bacon, Hash Brown, Roasted Tomato Mild Chipolatas, Toast, Wilted Spinach

Eggs Benedict
$22

English Muffin, Spinach, 2 Poached Eggs, Hollandaise

Smoked Salmon & Avocado
$23

Sourdough Toast, Cream Cheese, Avocado, Smoked Salmon, 1 Poached Egg

Exotic Breakfast
$24

Smashed Avocado, Cherry Tomato, Poached Egg, Beetroot Hommus, Sesame Seeds, Dukkah, Turkish Toast

Caprese Toast
$14

Sliced Gourmet Tomato, Bocconccini Cheese, Fresh Basil, Balsamic Glaze, on Three Mills Sourdough

Soufflé Pancakes
$22

Maple Syrup, Berries, Ice Cream, Icing Sugar

Brioche French Toast
$22

Oven Baked French Toast, Berries, Banana, Maple Syrup, Ice Cream

Egg & Bacon Roll
$12

Fried Egg, Bacon, Cheese, Bbq Sauce

Halloumi & Mix Veg. Frittata
$23

Seasonal Vegetables, Diced Halloumi & Free Range Eggs

Nibbles

Garlic Bread
$8
Herb & Cheese Focaccia
$9
House Marinated Olives with Focaccia
$12
Panko Calamari Rings & Tartar Sauce (6pc)
$15
Chicken Wings Buffalo or Sweet Chilli (4pc)
$12
Chicken Wings Buffalo or Sweet Chilli (8pc)
$22
Crispy Chicken Tenderloins Guacamole
$16
Bacon Cheese Loaded Fries
$13
Tempura prawns serverd with sweet chilli sauce n lemon (6pc)
$15
Tempura prawns serverd with sweet chilli sauce n lemon (10pc)
$22
Bowl of Chips Tomato Sauce
$10
Seasoned Potato wedges Sweet Chili & Sour Cream
$12
Sweet Potato Chips & Aioli
$14
Mild Cauliflower Florets
$14

Kids Meal

Chicken Nuggets, Chips & Tom Sauce
$12
Fish & Chips, Tom Sauce
$12
Cheese Tomato Toastie with Chips
$9
Chicken Schnitzel & Tomato Sauce
$12

Salad

Garden Salad
$13

Mix Leaves, Tomatoes, Cucumber, Onions, Dressing

Chickpea & Avocado Salad
$16

Spinach leaves , Fetta Cheese, Sliced Avocado & House Dressing

Thai Beef Salad
$20

Beef Sirloin Strips, Mix Leaves, baby Radish, Cucumber Onions, Bean Shoots, Lime & Ginger Dressing

Fruit & Berry Salad
$12

Seasonal Mix Fruit & Berries (Add Sweet Yoghurt)

Of the Grill

Cooked to your liking

Angus Beef Rump (280gm)
$29
Prime Beef Striploin
$35
Scotch Fillet (300gm)
$42
Angus Beef Rump (450gm)
$45
Steamed Vegetables
Gravy
Mashed Potatoes
Mushroom Sauce
Garden Salad
Dianne Sauce
Chips
Aioli
Potato Wedges
Tangy BBQ

Gourmet Burgers

Cheese Burger
$18

Beef Patty, Lettuce, Onions, Cheese, Chipotle BBQ

The Lot
$21

Beef Patty, Bacon, Egg, Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Beetroot, Pineapple, Tomato Sauce

Moroccan Chicken Burger
$19

Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Cheese, Tomato Chilli Relish

Crispy Chicken Burger
$20

Chicken Tenderloins, Coleslaw, Lettuce, Mayo

Veg & Halloumi Burger
$20

Veggie Patty, Halloumi, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion Beetroot, Tomato Chilli Relish

Peri Peri Chicken Burger
$19

Marinated Chicken, Tomato Onion, Lettuce & Mild Peri-Peri Sauce

Avocado
$4.50
Bacon Rasher
$4.50
Egg, beetroot
$2.50
Cheese, Pineapple
$2.50
Aioli, Smokey Bbq
$1
Chilli Tomato Relish
$2
Tom Sauce
$1
BBQ Sauce
$1

Gourmet Pizza

HAND STRETCHED PIZZA BASE 12' '; GLUTEN FREE PIZZA BASE $5

Garlic & Parmesan Pizza
$15
Olive Oil, Herb and Mozzarella Pizza
$15
Cheese Pizza
$15

Tomato Base & Pizza Cheese

Garlic & Chilli prawns
$24

Marinated Prawns on Tomato Base, Onion, Spinach, Lemon & Hint of Chilli

BBQ Meat Lover Pizza
$26

BBQ Base Ham, Salami, Bacon, Chicken, Capsicums & Pizza Cheese

Margherita Pizza
$22

Tomato Base, Boconoccini Cheese, Basil , Pizza Cheese

Pepperoni Pizza
$22

Tomato Base, Pepperoni, Pizza Cheese

Moroccan Chicken Pizza
$24

Marinated Chicken, Spinach, Onions, Capsicum, Pizza Cheese, Chipotle Mayo

Vegetarian Pizza
$23

Tomato Base, Red Peppers, Spinach, Red Onions, Mushrooms, Pizza Cheese

CBG Supreme Pizza
$27

Tomato Base, Salami, Ham Capsicums, Red Onions, Mushrooms, Pineapple, Pizza Cheese

Peri Peri Chicken Pizza
$25

Medium Spiced Peri-Peri Chicken, Capsicums, Red Onions, Bocconcini, Peri-Peri Mayo

Classic Hawaiin Pizza
$22

Tomato Base, Smoked Ham, Pineappple, Pizza Cheese

Pesto Chicken Pizza
$24

Basil & Pine nut Pesto Base, Marinated Chicken, Red Peppers, Pizza Cheese

Pepperoni Prawn Pizza
$28

Tomato Base, Sliced Pepperoni, Marinated King Prawns Shallots, Pizza Cheese

Pulled Beef Pizza
$26

BBQ Base, Pulled Beef, Mushrooms, Capsicums, Fresh Coleslaw

Potato & Halloumi Pizza
$24

Pesto Base, Sliced Potatoes, Rosemary, Sea Salt, Capsicums, Shallots, Halloumi

Chicken & Chorizo Pizza
$24

Tomato Base, Marinated Chicken, Capsicums, Mild Chorizo, Basil

Gourmet Pasta

Linguini Meatballs
$26

6 Season Meatballs, Tomato Ragout, Linguini Pasta

Linguini Prawns
$26

Garlic Prawns, Tomatoes, White Wine, Lemon, Fetta Cheese

Penne Chicken Mushroom
$24

Chicken Breast Pieces, Garlic, Mushroom Cream & Spinach

Veg Penne Pesto
$24

Red Peppers, Mushroom, olives, Cream, Basil Pesto, Spinach

Linguini Marinara
$27

Tomato, Prawns, Squid, White Fish, Olive Oil Napolitana, Lemon & Linguini Pasta

Linguini boscaiola
$24

Bacon , Mushroom, White Wine, Cream & Parsley

Zucchini & Mushroom Risotto (V, 39remGF)
$25

Roast Zucchini, Mushrooms, Oilve Oil, Spinach

Prawn & Green Pea Risotto
$27

Marinated Prawns, Green Peas, Napolitana, Hint of Chill

Desserts

Créme Brûlée
$14

Homemade Rich & Creamy Custard with a layer of Caramel

Chocolate Brownie
$15

Homemade almond meal chocolate brownie served with Vanilla Gelato

Cheesecake
$10

Baked Cheesecake, Whipped Cream with Berries (Ask for Flavour of the Day)

Gelato

Artisian Flavoured Gelato (Cup / Cone)

1 Scoop
$5.50
2 Scoops
$7.50
3 Scoops
$9.50

All Day Meals

Chargrill Chicken Breast
$24

Rosemary & Thyme marinated Chicken Breast with Sweet Potato Chips, Coleslaw & Mushroom Sauce

Chargrill Lamb Cutlets
$32

Herb Spiced Marinated Lamb Cutlet with Mash Potatoes, Steamed Vegetables & Tangy BBQ Sauce

Grainfed Pork Ribs
$30

Slow Cooked BBQ Pork Ribs with Potato Wedges & Coleslaw

Chicken Schnitzel
$22

Freshly Crumbed & Cooked Chicken Breast, Chips, Salad & Gravy

Chicken Parmigiana
$26

Chicken Schnitzel Topped with Napolitana Ham & Mozzarella Cheese s/w Chips & Salad

Fish & Chips
$26

Freshly Battered White Fillet Chips, Salad, lemon & Tartar Sauce

Grilled Barramundi
$28

Served with Chips, Salad, Lemon & tartar Sauce

Capital Club Sandwich
$24

Grilled Chicken, Bacon, Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Aioli S/W Chips

Nachos (Veg, Chicken, Beef)
$24

Corn Chips, Mix Beans, Cheese, Guacamole, Sour Cream & Sweet Chilli Sauce

Seafood Basket
$34

Tempura Prawns, Battered Fish, Calamri Rings, Chips, Lemon, Tartar Sauce

Coffee

Small $4.5 Medium $5 Large $5.5

Mocha
$4.50
Latte
$4.50
Cappuccino
$4.50
Long Black
$4.50
Macchiato
$4.50
Affogato
$7
Flat White
$4.50
Chai Latte
$4.50
Hot Chocolate
$4.50
Short Black
$4.50

Soft Drinks

Coke
$5.50
Lift
$5.50
Sprite
$5.50
Fanta
$5.50
Diet Coke
$5.50
Coke no Sugar
$5.50
Tonic Water
$5.50
Sparkling Water
$5.50
Ice Tea (Mango / Beach)
$5.50
Ginger Beer
$6.50
Lemon Lime Bitters
$7.50

Tea

English Breakfast
$5
Green Tea
$5
Earl Grey
$5
Peppermint
$5
Camomile
$5
Lemon Tea
$5
Chai Tea
$5
Soy Milk
$1
Almond Milk
$1
Lactose Free Milk
$1
Oat Milk
$1
Coconut Milk
$1
Decaf
$1
Coffee Shot
$1
Flavoured Syrup
$1

Smoothies

Pineapple, Banana,Coconut Milk
$12
Mango, Berries,Coconut Milk
$12
Banana, Berries,Almond Milk
$12

Frappe

Milk, ice cream, whipped cream, ice

Coffee Frappe
$9
Mocha Frappe
$9
Chocolate Frappe
$9
Chai Frappe
$9

Milkshakes & Thickshakes

Milkshakes $7 / Thickshakes $9

Vanila
$7
Chocolate
$7
Caramel
$7
Banana
$7
Strawberry
$7
Lime
$7

Fresh Juices

Apple, Carrot, Ginger
$10
Pineapple, Orange
$10
Carrot, Beetroot
$10

Mocktails

Mango & Berry Crusher
$13

Crushed Mango, Raspberry Cordial, Lemonade

Virgin Pina Colada
$12

Pineapple, Coconut, Lime Juice, Mint

Frozen Berry Margarita
$13

Berries, Lime Cordial, Lemonade

Cocktails

Pina Colada
$19

Malibu Rum, Coconut Cream, Pineapple Juice

Mojito
$18

White Rum, Lime Juice, Cane Sugar & Soda

Nutty Irishman
$20

Baileys Irish Cream, Frangelico, Pouring Cream, Kahlua

Midori Sour
$17

Melon Midori, Lime Juice, Soda Water

Passion Fruit Martini
$19

Vodka, Passionfruit, Pineapple Juice

Aperol Spritz
$17

Aperol, Prosecco, Club Soda, Orange Slice

Margarita
$18

Silver Tequilla, Cointreau, Lime Juice

Espresso Martini
$19

Vodka, Coffee, Kahlua

Negroni
$18

Gin, Campari, Vermouth

Old Fashion
$18

Bourbon, Bitters, Soda Water, Sugar

Bottled Beer

4 Pines Pale Ale
$10
Pure Blonde
$10
Victoria Bitter
$10
Mountain Goat
$10
Carlton Dry
$10
Corona
$10
Crown Lager
$10
Peroni Nastro Azzurro
$11
Stone & Wood Pacific Ale
$11

Non Alcoholic Beer

Heineken 0.0 %
$10
Carlton Zero
$10
Peroni Zero
$10

Local Beer

Bent Spoke Crankshaft
$12
Capital XPA
$12

Sparkling Wine

Master Peace Moscato (200 ml)
$12
Henkell Trocken Chardonnay (200 ml)
$13
Tobacco Road Prosecco(200 ml)
$13
Andrew Peace Chardonnay(750 ml)
$39

House Wine

Glass / Bottle

Dry White
$10
Dry Red
$10
Sparkling Brut
$10

Cider

Apple Somerby
$10
Pear Somersby
$10
Strawberry & Lime Rekorderlig
$12

Premix Drinks

Canadian Club Dry
$11
Jack Daniel & Cola
$11
Bundaberg & Cola
$11

Scotch Whiskey

Blue Label
$18
Fireball
$11
Chivas Regal
$12
Red Label
$11
Black Label
$11
Gentleman Jack
$12
Jameson
$11
Jack Daniel’s
$11
Canadian Club
$11
Gold Label
$14

Vodka

Absolute Vodka
$11
Smirnoff Vodka
$11
Belvedere Vodka
$14

Tequila

Patron XO Tequila
$13
Cazcabel Coffee Tequilla
$14
EL Jimador Tequilla
$11

Single Malt Whiskey

Dalmore
$14
Glenfiddich
$13
Singleton
$12
The Glenlivet
$12
Chivas Regal
$12

Gin

Gordon’s Gin
$11
Bombay Sapphire Gin
$12
Roku Gin
$13

Bourbon Whiskey

American Honey Bourbon
$12
Jim Beam
$11
Wild Turkey Bourbon
$12
Maker’s Mark Bourbon
$11

Rum

Bacardi Rum
$11
Bundaberg Rum
$11
Captain Morgan
$11
Malibu Coconut Rum
$11

Flavoured Spirits

Baileys Irish Cream
$11
Midori
$11
Malibu Coconut Rum
$11
Limoncello
$12
Aperol
$12
Frangelico
$12
Grappa
$12
Kahlua
$12

Brandy

Hennessy Vsop
$13
Napoleon Brandy
$11

Sambuca

Galliano Liquore Alla
$12
Galliano Black Liquore Alla
$12
Galliano Amaretto
$12

White Wine

Glass / Bottle

Masterpeace Pinot Grigio (NSW / VIC)
$32
Heart & Soul Moscato (NSW / VIC)
$34
Stonehaven Reisling (SA)
$10
Inventor Chardonay (SA)
$37
Cicada Sav Blanc (Mrlbr NZ)
$11
Frog Belly Semi Sav Blanc (SA)
$42

An Elegant Lean style with Crisp fruit Characters

Cloverleaf Chardonay (SA)
$11

Stonefruit & Nectarine flavours & subtle Oak

Pankhurst Marsanne (ACT)
$59

Local Wine, Ripe Fruit Characters & nice Palate Weight

Reschke Bull Trader Pinot Gri SA (SA)
$42

Bright & fresh with fine lifted fruit & a Dry finish

Riverby Sali’s Block Riesling (NZ)
$65

Strong Ripe Fruit, Med Weight & Dry Finish

Andrew Peace Chenin Blanc VIC (VIC)
$42

Fresh, Succulent Stonefruit with Citrus Backbone

Red Wine & Rose

Glass / Bottle

Stonehaven Rose (SA )
$32

Fine light Dry, A Shiraz Rose

Talinga Park Shiraz (SA)
$10

Medium Body with Approachable flavours & Dry Finish

Masterpeace Merlot (VIC)
$11

Fresh, Crisp & Dry with Citrus Fruit Characters

Riverby Pinot Noir (NZ)
$38

Good Strawberry Varietal Fruit Flavours

CW Wines Headmaster Shiraz (SA)
$42

Rich Wine with Raspberry & other Berry Flavours

Pankhurst Tempranillo (ACT)
$62

Finely Structured with Approachable Fruit Flavours

Coonawarra Estate Cab Sav (SA)
$11

Good Ripe dark Fruit Flavour with Powdery Tannis

Gilberts Cab Shiraz (SA)
$62

Round Red Berry Fruit & Lovely Balance

H & J Inara Cab Sav (VIC)
$64

Full Blackberry with Chalky Tannins

Ulithorne Prospera Shiraz (SA)
$82

Concentrated Dark Fruits & Robust Structure

Final Thoughts

Canberra’s contemporary restaurants are at their best when they combine a clear identity with the capital’s excellent regional produce. Eighty Six provides the most energetic shared-dining experience, Corella explores native ingredients with finesse, and The Inn at Edgar’s brings polished wood-fired cooking into a relaxed neighbourhood setting. Water’s Edge remains the natural choice when views and a sense of occasion are priorities.

Highroad offers the greatest flexibility across coffee, brunch and dinner, while Canberra Bar & Grill suits diners seeking something casual and family friendly. Because several of these kitchens change their menus with the seasons, checking the latest offering and booking ahead—particularly for Friday and Saturday evenings—is recommended.