The 20-seat space brings together Taiwanese, Japanese and Chinese flavours. Go for plum and citrus popcorn chicken, soupy dumplings, dan dan pork ramen, rice bowls topped with smoked eel and more.

Lazy Su is one of Canberra’s buzziest venues for a reason. Splashed in neon, this fast-paced Asian diner serves Wagyu cheeseburger spring rolls, DIY bao plates and an upbeat soundtrack full of ’80s and ’90s bangers.

Native Australian ingredients are prevalent on restaurant menus nowadays. But this sophisticated restaurant and bar from the team behind Assembly is fiercely committed to the stuff, serving exacting plates with larrikin spirit.

A relaxed, no-tablecloths trattoria serving house-cut pasta, woodfired focaccia and antipasti from the family behind Canberra favourite Mezzalira.

Set plum in the city centre, it’s no surprise this lively spot packs out nearly every night of the week. Despite this, it somehow manages to still feel like a relaxed neighbourhood bistro, with an energetic soundtrack and quality food to match.

This hip cafe, roaster and wine bar is the sibling of Campbell’s Intra. Come for a larger menu and a wine list focusing on local and international lo-fi drops.

This laid-back cafe takes a wholesome, seasonal approach to cafe dining – with a few international twists along the way. House-made kombucha, good coffee and gluten-free treats from Sydney's Munja Bakehouse round out the offering.

House-roasted coffee, plus house-made nut milk, chai, pickles and more, underscore the care this 15-seat cafe puts into doing simple things as well as possible.

This New York-inspired speakeasy is an ode to post-Prohibition days, with creative cocktails and more than 400 bottles of whisky. Plus, charcuterie, cheese plates and pizza.

Don’t let the unassuming vibe fool you. This convivial wine bar and kitchen holds one of Australia’s best wine lists, and it’s (mostly) devoted to one varietal: riesling.

They say good things come in small packages, and this tiny laneway bar in stylish Braddon proves it. Taking cues from the pintxos bars of Spain, it's equally suited to casual drinks or something bigger, with a menu that's seasonally-driven and stacked with global influences.

Canberra’s most celebrated craft brewery. It’s the best spot to try one of Bentspoke’s award-winning brews (there’s a decent food menu too), whether you’re an out-of-towner or just after an after work bev.

This secondhand consignment store lets you rehome your gently-loved clothes and shop seconds first. Its racks brim with Australian and New Zealand labels, international designers, unique vintage and well-made basics, as well as plenty of high-quality accessories.