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The 12 Best Canberra CBD,ACT Japanese Restaurants
"Vegetarians will understand the disappointment when dining out and having limited options to choose from. However, Monster Kitchen and Bar is entirely vegetarian – and extremely delicious at that. In fact, we promise you’ll impress your meat eating friends here with a whole head cauliflower – that actually hits the spot."
"Wandering through the ground floor of Ovolo Nishi on Edinburgh Avenue in Canberra, Monster Kitchen & Bar is preoccupied with serving local and seasonal produce prepared for sharing. Spread across four..."
"All Alpine ski lodge in decor, Hippo Co is one of city’s leading bars with a commitment to the craft of making a serious drink. There’s a great collection of whiskey and scotches, plus a balcony to take in the scene over Garema Place in Civic. There are plenty of spots for a chat and conversation-starter objects (awhole pack of taxidermic critters, framed vintage prints and retro light fittings, to name a few) about the room if you get stuck for topics."
"This is one of Australia’s longest-running and most sought out nightclub. The Hippo Co boasts a collection of over 200 choices of Whiskey. It is an amazing location to chat, share a couple of drinks and listen to some of the best Jazz music in Australia."
"One of the best night clubs in Canberra is Hippo Co, which is a cool bar with light lightening. The place offers live blues music every Monday and live jazz every Wednesday. The night bar has a list of fantastic cocktails and whiskeys."
"Head to Bleachers Sports Bar located on Northbourne Avenue for all-you-can-eat wings every Wednesday from 11am-10pm. For $20 per person you can choose from a baskets of Buffalo Wings, Sweet Chilli Wings or BBQ Wings."
"Treehouse is a great little bar in the Sydney Building on Northbourne Avenue…the fitout is impressive, with a beautiful illuminated tree the defining feature. Spread over two floors (main bar and room for boogying downstairs and a more intimate cocktail lounge upstairs), Treehouse is good for a quiet glass of bubbles or slightly noisier cocktails with the girls. You want to head to the upstairs bit which is a bar within a bar and can be reserved for functions."
"Treehouse is a bar, nightclub, and restaurant positioned in Canberra’s city center. With live music and a lively calendar of events, Treehouse is the perfect venue for dance, drink, or a chilled night out. Make sure you try out this place in order to have drinks food and nightlife entertainment all under one roof."
"One of Canberra’s newest bars, Amici is already a gorgeous spot to relax, drink and dine, but you can seriously upgrade your brunch or lunch with bottomless mimosas. Choose whatever you’d like from the menu, and you can add the bottomless mimosas, with fluffy orange juice, for $35 per person. The deal is available any day, but you need a minimum of four guests, and get a max 2 hour package."
"This spacious and popular restaurant is tucked away at the back of the Canberra Centre. CBD Dumpling House has built a reputation for generous portions, and of course, tasty dumplings. The kitchen is an integral part of the dining experience – open both sides so you can watch the chefs hard at work creating your dinner."
"Inka is the new kid on the block, having only opened its doors at the end of March this year. Inka’s menu is Nikkei cuisine, the unique blend of Japanese and Peruvian cuisine. Decked out with original pieces from a Lima-based artist, the kitchen serves amazing blends of the two cuisines’ flavours and techniques with their acevichado maki rolls, ceviche, lamb cutlets with quinoa and miso, and many more delicious, inventive dishes."
"Inka has fused two of the tastiest and unique cuisines together, Peruvian and Japanese. Hence why people cannot stop talking about it!. It’s sleek, modern and the place to dine at, at the moment so why wait?"
"When two cultures collide…magic happens at Canberra’s first Nikkei restaurant Inka on Bunda Street. Fusing Japanese and Peruvian cuisine, Inka is home to a functions mezzanine, sushi bar and restauran..."
"At this intimate modern eatery incorporating modern wood-paneled décor, produce-driven tapas and sharing plates are served. Follow the restaurant’s South Coast oysters with savory dishes such as grilled Jurassic quail with pumpkin cooked in embers and cumin yoghurt, as well as sweet plates like Imcah Farm raspberries with white chocolate and bee pollen mousse, shiso and raspberry granite, or opt for the local cheese. A chef’s degustation menu is available too."
"This modern-hawker style venue encapsulates some the best Asian-fusion dining available in the Canberra region. Home to many tasty morsels, extensive sake list, and a raw bar this venue has character in spades. Akiba describes itself as “pan-Asian,” fusing the cuisines of the East Asia region to create an incredible and diverse menu, showcasing the many styles of Asian barbecue, modern-day Dim Sum, raw food, and so much more."
"As soon as you arrive, you’re absorbed into the fun and exotic feel. The food is a mix of Asian barbecue, raw bar and modern day Dim Sum, with fresh flavours using local produce. You’ll also find an impressive cocktail and drinks list to match the taste sensations."
"Sammy’s Kitchen has long been a local favourite, serving tasty and speedy Chinese and Malaysian dishes – offering a mix of traditional and original menu options. Great for groups or a quick bite for lunch or dinner, Sammy’s packs flavour into every dish. You’ll be amazed at how quickly your food hits your table and how promptly you manage to devour it!"
"Sammy’s Kitchen is a great place where you can satisfy your cravings for your favourite Chinese and Malaysian cuisine. If you haven’t visited this place yet, you better try their famous shantung chicken and laksa dishes. Moreover, it is conveniently located in Canberra Centre."
"You will find mouth-watering and delectable dishes that are inspired by Northern Chinese cuisine. This family-owned business is truly passionate when it comes to serving the best Chinese cuisine in the whole of NSW. On top of that, their high-quality dishes come at surprisingly affordable prices."
"If you are looking for a great place where you can enjoy contemporary Chinese cuisine, this is an excellent restaurant for you. Truly, you will be taken on a unique culinary journey as you will be introduced to a new dimension of authentic Chinese dishes. In addition to that, they take pride in their dishes’ authentic flavours and textures."
"Royal Botanic Gardens –you can’t beat the serenity and harbour views from these gardens. Have a picnic or take a walk and admire the many different types of plants and city views on a free self-guided walking tour."