Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Portsea

"They champion local ingredients and artists in-store, and use Fairtrade Organic coffee beans. As well as serving up great coffee, their food menu is a highlight: think local produce that changes with the seasons. australiaCanberraCanberra coffee"

"I liked the generous portion of buttermilk pancakes with seasonal fruits, lemon yoghurt sauce, house made honeycomb and vanilla ice cream. I loved the lemon infused yoghurt that thickly coated the pancakes providing tartness to the otherwise sweet dish. The vanilla ice cream, also a generous serve (about 2 scoops!) was served in a small bowl on the side."

"You’re also assured of excellent customer service from their staff. Dobinsons opened its kitchen in 1994. They have been continuously providing quality cakes for Canberrans ever since."

"I was impressed with the Green House’s ricotta and date pancakes with banana, salted butterscotch sauce, whipped vanilla mascarpone and candied walnuts. The pancakes were fabulously fluffy and soft, lightly drizzled in an amazing sticky butterscotch sauce with a good portion of banana, blueberries and strawberries. The portion was smaller than I would have liked but that just means less calories!"

"Although I haven’t actually tried the pancakes yet, I have tried the French toast version with orange infused maple syrup, mascarpone, mint, strawberries and blueberries. I loved the mascarpone which had also been infused with orange. The contrast of elements worked so well together."

"Canberra’s very own place of coffee worship, The Cupping Room is a concept cafe that takes its customers on a flavour journey across a range of coffee blends. The team includes world champion barista Sasa Sestic, so you’re in safe hands here. Coffee comes from sister spot, Ona Coffee, which is a great specialty coffee roaster."

"Coffee Lab is a beloved place for coffee in Canberra, thanks to its expert brews and super friendly baristas. As for where the ‘lab’ part comes into play?. Grab a quick brew to go or sit down and ask one of their staff about what experiments are happening at the moment."

"ANU School of Art and Design, Cnr Ellery Crescent and, Liversidge St, Acton ACT 2601, Australia. Location: (-35.2814169, 149.1219462). Rating:4.6/5 (15) Reviews"

"Whether you’re in the mood for the perfect espresso, pour over or cold brew, Harvest will sort you out with a solid refuel. It’s been a long-term favourite for coffee fans in Canberra thanks to its range of quality coffee serves. They also sell beans to take home, so you can try to replicate your brew."

"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."

"Providing authentic Italian cuisine and wine in a lively and intimate setting, Italian & Co is the city’s go-to for antipasti, cured meats and charcuterie, as well as wood-fired pizzas and handmade pasta filled with ingredients such as house smoked duck breast with pecorino and pink peppercorns. Don’t forget to try the imported Italian cheeses paired with fortified wines. italianandsons.com.au"

"Since sparking the Lonsdale Street transformation when first opening in 2009, Italian and Sons has truly maintained its place as one of Canberra’s finest Italian restaurants. Boasting a menu that will immediately get your mouth watering, start with the affettati, a charcuterie board with cold cuts, Provolone, grissini and broad bean pesto. Moving on to mains, you’re spoilt for choice."

"Built in 1988, Australia's national parliament building is a graceful and deeply symbolic piece of architecture. Sitting atop Capital Hill, the building is crossed by two axis, north–south and east–west, representing the historical progression and legislative progression of Australian democracy. There's plenty to see inside, whether the politicians are haranguing each other in the chambers or not."