BEHIND THE LINES

The Year in Political Cartoons 2022 On Now

BICICLETTA $$$$

Located in the vibrant NewActon precinct, this elegant dining venue plates up delicious and authentic Italian dishes using locally sourced seasonal produce and ingredients. The usual Italian suspects populate the menu, such as antipasti, pizza and pasta, complemented by a carefully curated wine list. Finish your meal with a homemade tiramisu for dessert.

1/15 Edinburgh Ave, Canberra bicicletta.com.au

CORELLA $$$$

This sophisticated Europeanstyle bar and restaurant is Australian at heart with its modern and native flavours. Perfect for a casual drink or a celebration with loved ones, Corella’s thoughtful wine list and menu provide a muchneeded escape from the grind.

14 Lonsdale St, Braddon corellabar.com.au

THE CUPPING ROOM $$$$

A Canberra icon, these guys know their coffee. The café was designed by ONA Coffee as a place to take people through a discovery of coffee – with tasting and education built in. The café also does the usual breakfast fare.

1/1–13 University Ave, Canberra thecuppingroom.com.au

EIGHTYSIX NORTH $$$$

The food dances between styles at eightysix north, but is always refined, fresh and local. The menu is delightful (they had us at cheeseburger sliders and caramel popcorn sundaes). Don’t forget to check out its sibling, eightysix south, if you’re heading to Woden.

Cnr Elouera and Lonsdale sts, Braddon eightysix.com.au

GATHER $$$$

Gather provides a happy and healthy eating experience to customers. Freshness and seasonality are key features of the menu, with most of the produce sourced locally in Canberra. There are plenty of vegan, gluten-free and dairyfree options to choose from.

4/24 Mort St, Braddon cafegather.com.au

INKA $$$$

Mixing the best of Japanese and Peruvian cuisines, Inka offers a moody and colourful dining experience in the heart of the city centre. Head here if you’re in the mood for Peruvian sashimi and ceviche. 148 Bunda St, Canberra inka.com.au

INTRA $$$$

Intra is the place to go for speciality coffee. Coffee blends and food offerings are seasonal, sustainable and simple. Feel both well caffeinated and that you’ve made a difference after stopping by, thanks to the environmentally conscious focus.

30/12 Provan St, Campbell intracbr.com.au

ITALIAN & SONS $$$$

Wildly popular restaurant Italian & Sons is known for creating a new menu every day. Delight your tastebuds with reinvented Italian classics and the best Australian regional produce.

7 Lonsdale St, Braddon italianandsons.com.au

LES BISTRONOMES $$$$

Combining the best of casual bistro and fine dining, Les Bistronomes offers a relaxed atmosphere with elevated French classics. Expect fresh, seasonal produce and exceptional wine.

18 Blamey Pl, Campbell lesbistronomes.net

MARBLE & GRAIN $$$$

Gastropub Marble & Grain takes its meat – beef, venison and lamb – very seriously. So much so that the team works from paddock to plate. Most produce is grown on its very own farm, Travale, north-west of Canberra. Head here if you’re in the mood for a hearty meal and a dynamic delight for the senses.

25 Mort St, Braddon marbleandgrain.com.au