Located in the heart of Canberra's CBD, the dining scene offers a diverse range of cuisines and experiences to suit any palate. Canberrans have a love affair with Italian food, and there are several popular Italian restaurants in the CBD, including Fricken Chicken on Lonsdale Street, Mezzalira on London Circuit, Amici on Northbourne Avenue, Mama's Trattoria on West Row, and Briscola on Alinga Street. The Asian food scene in Canberra is vibrant and diverse, with options ranging from ramen to rogan josh, bao to bahn mi. Fan favorites include Kinn Thai in the Canberra Centre, Raku on Bunda Street, Iori on East Row, CBD Dumpling House in the Canberra Centre, Bistro Nguyens on Alinga Street, Akiba on Bunda Street, Madame Lu on West Row, and Tea Connoisseur Restaurant and Bar on Batman Street. Blu Ginger on Genge Street is a popular choice for Indian food lovers, adding a dash of exotic spices to the lively dining scene.
Canberra's CBD is home to numerous cafés perfect for a quick bite or a leisurely meal. Some popular options include Marvie and Wolfe on Moore Street, Gather Café on Mort Street, Chapter 4 Café on Batman Street, and Roy Junior on London Circuit. Capitol Bar and Grill, located within QT Canberra on London Circuit, offers Italian confidence with big dish energy and a vibrant, contemporary interior. Monster Kitchen & Bar is a popular vegetarian and vegan dining option in Canberra's CBD. With these diverse options, visitors to Canberra City Centre can satisfy their culinary cravings and enjoy a memorable dining experience.