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The 12 Best Canberra CBD,ACT Japanese Restaurants
"It’s one of those rare places that’s as comfortable for breakfast as it is for midnight cocktails, and you never EVER think you’re sitting in a hotel foyer. There are nooks to hide away in, a fire to warm yourself next to, and the elegant salon right next door, should you decide to head in for something more substantial. The great thing about Monster isn’t Sean McConnell’s inventive cuisine (although it’s amazing), or the carefully crafted cocktails and interesting wine list; it’s that this is a place that transcends generations."
"Within the four separate spaces—the lounge, mosaic room, the salon and dining rooms— of this industrial-chic restaurant in Hotel Hotel, the Modern Australian plates served are designed for sharing, showcasing local and seasonal produce through each one. Sharing plates such as clams, chorizo, samphire and cider, and pressed ham hock with celeriac, apple and mustard are followed by sweet plates such as poached quince with yogurt sorbet, barberry, rose and pistachio. monsterkitchen.com.au"
"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."
"If you are in search of exciting cocktails, rums, and punches, this is the dance club for you. Here, you get to dance to the hottest and latest Afro-Cuban and Latin beats. This is definitely one of the hippest places to be in on a Sunday night."
"Shorty’s is an amazing pub where one can enjoy the best cocktails, delicious burgers and incredible milkshakes. Shorty’s is a fun place to be at, that is beautifully decorated with various bright lights. It does not operate on Sundays."
"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."
"As Canberra’s premier venue for clubbing, it’s a home-away-from-home. Complete with ARIA accredited DJs, this vivacious club brings together people from all walks of life with one goal in mind: to have an incredible time. Cube’s décor includes beds, two-way mirrors, mosaics, and more."
"You can find this must-visit dance club located in Bailey’s Corner. You can consider this premier party venue as your home away from home as everyone is welcome here. Also, you can catch up with friends while chatting on their pouffes or let it all out on their exciting dance floor."
"If you visit Cube, you will find out that it is more than a nightclub. The gay venue can be said as home outside of the home. Cube constitutes of beds, two-way mirrors and mosaics."
"Even locals can’t find this bar — and that’s just how the owners like it. It’s Canberra’s only ‘real’ speak-easy and it’s so cool it hurts. Speakeasies of the Prohibition era were a well-kept secret — illegal, hidden drinking dens where you really only needed a bottle to qualify."
"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."
"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."