THE City

Also known as Civic, the city centre of Canberra is a thriving mecca of luxury shopping, vibrant restaurants, modern bars and family-friendly activities

Taste

5TH AVENUE $$$$

Take a trip to 5th Avenue to be temporarily transported to New York for the night. 5th Avenue is a New York-inspired restaurant and bar. The menu includes burgers, deli sandwiches and classic sides, while the bar will be sure to keep you out all night long.

32 Northbourne Ave, Canberra 5thcbr.com.au

AKIBA $$$$

At this East Asian-inspired eatery, the menu draws on fresh flavours and features modern dim sum and Asian barbecue. Winner of OutInCanberra’s People’s Choice Award for Favourite Restaurant in 2020, Akiba is clearly beloved by locals. Try the Feed Me menu, which gives diners a selection of eight dishes to try.

40 Bunda St, Canberra akiba.com.au

BAR ROCHFORD $$$$

Tucked away in the iconic Melbourne Building, Bar Rochford’s wine and cocktail bar is set to impress. Its ever-evolving food and wine list is accompanied by good tunes; pop in for drinks and nibbles, or perhaps stay a little longer and dine in one of Canberra’s oldest buildings. 1st floor/65 London Cct, Canberra barrochford.com