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Canberra's Outdoor Dining Pleasures

One of the greatest joys of summer is alfresco dining. A lazy, relaxed meal outdoors is indulgent, but oh so very satisfying. You know, the sun dappling through the trees, the soft warm breeze that reminds you how alive you are. Luckily, Canberra has some great restaurants and cafes that offer top food and service with irresistible outdoor options. Here are our top suggestions.

Alfresco Dining in Canberra

Artespresso
Artespresso

31 Giles Street, Kingston

-35.3151 149.14067
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While at times this Hatted restaurant cafe seems slightly chaotic, the food at Artespresso speaks for itself and you'll always leave wonderfully satisfied.

Specialty:
Function Rooms, Outdoor Seating, Vegetarian

5recommendations

Mains from:
$31.00

Cuisine:
Modern Australian

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Babar Cafe & Bar

9/20 Allara St, Canberra City

-35.2825 149.13379
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If Babar, King of the Elephants, were in Canberra, this is where he’d choose to dine.

4recommendations

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Cuisine:
Modern Australian

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Rose Garden Cafe
Rose Garden Cafe

King George Tce, Parkes

-35.30201 149.1308
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This is the Lobby’s country cousin – nowhere near as flash or classy, but with a rustic charm all of its own.

7recommendations

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Cuisine:
Other

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Zeffirelli Pizza Restaurant
Zeffirelli Pizza Restaurant

Shop 5, 55 Woolley St, Dickson

-35.24976 149.13747
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One of Canberra’s larger dining venues, Zeffirelli is a great family restaurant that serves an extensive menu of Italian favourites and originals.

8recommendations

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Cuisine:
Pizza

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Ginseng Restaurant
Ginseng Restaurant

15 Flinders Wy, Manuka

-35.320793 149.1336
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Dining at this popular Manuka restaurant will have positive effects on your health.

Specialty:
Vegetarian, Disabled Facilities, Outdoor Seating, Function Rooms, Licenced

11recommendations

Mains from:
$14.80

Cuisine:
Chinese

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Yarralumla Gallery and the Oaks Brasserie
Yarralumla Gallery and the Oaks Brasserie

Cottage 1 Yarralumla Nursery Weston Park Road, Yarralumla

-35.294483 149.09253
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Escape to a garden paradise only a few minutes from the city centre.

Specialty:
Vegetarian, Disabled Facilities, Outdoor Seating, Water Views, Function Rooms, Breakfast

Editorial Rating: 3

14recommendations

Mains from:
$18.00

Cuisine:
Modern Australian

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The Deck, Regatta Point

Barrine Drive, Parkes

-35.29008 149.12946
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If you're yet to find you're sea legs, feel like a sailor without ever leaving the safety of dry land at this lakeside restaurant.

Specialty:
Disabled Facilities, Function Rooms, Outdoor Seating

1recommendations

Mains from:
$11.90

Cuisine:
Modern Australian

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Beess & Co Cafe

Yarralumla Shops, 5/29 Bentham St, Yarralumla

-35.3076 149.09732
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This is a charming, shady spot from which to enjoy the fresh air. The food is filling, the menu impressive (for a cafe) and the service fast and friendly.

Specialty:
BYO, Disabled Facilities, Group Bookings, Outdoor Seating, Takeaway Foods

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Cuisine:
Modern Australian

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Aft Cafe
Aft Cafe

137 Reed Street, Greenway

-35.416164 149.07071
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Hop on board at Canberra’s best kept secret in waterside dining. Whether you’re after a quick bite or a romantic dinner, this cafe will have you sailing four sheets to the wind.

Specialty:
Disabled Facilities, Outdoor Seating, Water Views, Function Rooms, Licenced, Breakfast

1recommendations

Mains from:
$19.20

Cuisine:
Modern Australian

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