Restaurants near National Zoo and Aquarium

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61 restaurants available nearby

1. Wilma

4.6

Exceptional(46)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Canberra City

Booked 16 times today

WILMA - using primitive cooking methods with the very best Australian ingredients

2. REBEL REBEL

4.8

Exceptional(1238)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Canberra City

Booked 7 times today

REBEL REBEL is a casual eatery, wine bar and bottle shop in Newacton

A photo of Two Before Ten Aranda & 10 Yards restaurant

3. Two Before Ten Aranda & 10 Yards

4.3

Awesome(897)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Aranda

Booked 11 times today

Our Aranda café is located in the old Aranda shops site on Bandjalong Cres. What was once a derelict building is now a bustling community hub where people can come to enjoy a quick coffee after dropping the kids to school, spend a lazy afternoon in the courtyard garden, or meet up with friends for a tasty weekend brunch. BOOKINGS BETWEEN 7AM & 1:30PM10 Yards - Regional Wine Bar & Tap HouseOffering a comprehensive range of Canberra Region Wines by the glass & bottle. A suburban bar since 2016, also offering local craft beer & cider alongside a full kitchen menu. BOOKINGS AFTER 2PM ONWARDSDISCLAIMER**** Shade is not guaranteed when booking an outdoor table, please specify if shade is a requirement. Sunscreen is available on site.

4. COMPA

4.5

Awesome(139)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Canberra City

Booked 8 times today

Step into COMPA, here the servings are generous andthe atmosphere is effortlessly sophisticated. It feelsinstantly familiar. Descending into the space is like givingan old friend a long overdue hug.For Matt Moran’s ACT debut - antipasto, pasta and charcoaldishes bring a touch of Tuscany to your table. As with allhis establishments, at the heart of his menu is qualityproduce that is fresh, seasonal and locally sourced.COMPA is built on a simple, often forgotten pairing: goodfood and good company.

A photo of Monster Kitchen & Bar restaurant

5. Monster Kitchen & Bar

4.3

Awesome(1189)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Canberra City

Booked 7 times today

Monster Kitchen and Bar remains committed to offering a dining experience that is not just about food, but about the values we hold dear: inclusion, sustainability, innovation, and conscious consumption. Our new omnivorous menu is a natural extension of these values, and we believe it provides a more inclusive and holistic dining experience for our guests.We are excited to continue evolving, offering a menu that celebrates the best of both plant-based and animal-based cuisine. From locally sourced vegetables to responsibly raised meats, every dish at Monster is a reflection of our commitment to quality, flavor, and sustainability. And as we continue to explore the vast possibilities of what food can be, we look forward to creating even more memorable dining experiences for you."WE MEAT AGAIN."Join us at Monster Kitchen and Bar for an unforgettable culinary journey—where both herbivores and omnivores can celebrate the very best of seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.

6. Briscola Italian

4.8

Exceptional(529)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Canberra City

Booked 2 times today

Since 2010, Briscola has firmly established itself on the Canberra food scene and is arguably this town's most popular Italian restaurant. Now with a newly refurbished venue, it offers an unpretentious yet stylish approach to an authentic Italian dining experience.At the forefront it’s about the food: simple, wholesome and traditional without being old fashioned. The “old fashioned” is evident in the service with Gianni and his incredible staff focusing on giving the diner a charming experience.What sets it apart is how they transport you to Italy. Start with an aperitivo to open the palate, enjoy a local or Italian wine varietal and finish with a soothing digestive.Briscola is situated conveniently in the heart of the city near hotels and public transport.Sit inside or alfresco, Briscola seems to suit anyone… families, young couples, group functions and corporate luncheons. You can walk-in, but please book, it gets busy!

A photo of The Statesman Hotel - Policy Dining restaurant

7. The Statesman Hotel - Policy Dining

4.3

Awesome(108)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Curtin

Booked 2 times today

As comfortable as an old friend, as exciting as a stranger and as colourful as the lover you are about to meet. At the new Statesman Hotel we have taken 54 years of history and revamped it with some scandal and a playful nod to the 70s.Delicious food served with a soupçon of scandal in our fabulous new restaurant, featuring a big open kitchen so you can watch our award-winning chef and her team create mouth-watering dishes from the brand-new menu. Savour our hand-picked wine list or BYO from the Statesman's very own bottle shop.

8. Locale Pizzeria

4.4

Awesome(281)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Yarralumla

At LOCALE we are passionate about eating, celebrating & socialising with family and friends. Dine-in or takeaway, we're open 6 nights a week from 5pm.

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9. Flui Restaurant - Canberra

4.9

Exceptional(7)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Canberra City

Booked 3 times today

we serve modern australian food, with fine local ingredients, the vibe is casual yet relaxed, immerse yourself in a heritage building with high quaility food and wine

10. La Rustica

4.4

Awesome(50)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Kingston

Booked 1 time today

Our team- With 17 years of experience cooking in the finest restaurants, our head chef is excited to present his vision to you and all our guests. Our caring and committed staff make sure you have a fantastic experience.Dine in or takeaway- We have worked to package our meals in a way that lets you bring the quality of our meals into your home. We always love to see you in person, but even when we can't, we ensure that your dining experience is top notch!Seasonal & Local- Indulge in the authentic flavours of Italy with our delicious dishes made from fresh, local ingredients. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience.

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Kathryn
Tropical North Queensland •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food, drinks and service were all excellent. Highly recommend this as one of my favorite Canberra restaurants.
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COMPAPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Canberra City
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4.5
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Helen
Canberra •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great surroundings, excellent food, great service. Thoroughly recommend.
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Two Before Ten Aranda & 10 YardsPrice: Moderate• Australian• Aranda
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4.3
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Julie
Canberra •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Lovely place for lunch with a friend - particularly amazing eggplant. The food, the service, the space, all was great.
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WilmaPrice: Expensive• Asian• Canberra City
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4.6
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Matt
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Loved the food so much more when it was vegetarian. The vegetarian dishes altered to be made a vegan dish were all mushy / oily/ same flavor profile. Pretty disappointed with price and flavor. Presentation was beautiful, but texture and flavor was ordinary. So much different to what it used to be!
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Monster Kitchen & BarPrice: Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Canberra City
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4.3
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IanVIP
London •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great food and service and extensive wine list. The beef tartare is a standout.
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REBEL REBELPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Canberra City
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4.8

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