Where to Eat in Canberra: Best Canberra ReStaurant

Canberra is a haven for travelers and tourists alike. Being the country’s capital, one can experience the rich Australian culture, explore memorable landmarks, and breathe in the natural surrounds. But what sets the capital apart is its luxurious fine dining. Canberra is a paradise for foodies with all of its modern Australian restaurants. If you’re looking for top Canberra restaurants to go to after exploring the wonderful capital, nothing beats the contemporary dining experience offered by First Edition Australian Restaurant Canberra.

Taste Canberra Like a Local

As one of the best restaurants in Canberra, we take pride in showing you what the capital has to offer. We source our ingredients fresh from local suppliers in Canberra and its surrounds. Led by our head Chef Jewel Islam, we have created a menu of enticing entrees, delectable dishes, scrumptious salads and decadent desserts that showcase our pride for our city.

Pre Show Dinner Experience

Catch up with friends and family before or after your favourite show at the Canberra Theatre Centre. First Edition Canberra is walking distance to your next musical spectacular, stand up comedy act or Broadway musical. Enjoy a 15% discount of your pre or post show bill at First Edition. Show your valid ticket (either paper or digital) on arrival.

T&C’s: not available with any other offers or promotions. Bookings preferred, walk ins accepted (strictly based on availability)

Best Breakfast in Canberra

Start your day right with a wide selection of hearty breakfast dishes from First Edition Restaurant Canberra. Experience the best breakfast in Canberra made with classic Australian breakfast dishes. Our breakfast menu features vegan, gluten free and dairy free options without the need for substitutions or compromising flavour. We open for breakfast at 6.30 am to 9.30 am Monday through Friday and 6.30am to 10.30am on weekends and public holidays. Book ahead to join us in the restaurant and enjoy and scrumptious feast.

Elevated Dinner in Canberra City

Dine in a luxurious space that evokes an endearing charm. Located on the first floor of the magnificent Novotel Canberra, First Edition Restaurant is a 180-seat establishment inspired by cozy old world reading rooms. Bask in the inviting atmosphere with our floor-to-ceiling windows and rich, earthy woodwork

We have created a carefully curated seasonal dinner menu with the aim to pay respect to our local suppliers who produce our fresh ingredients. The result is an irresistible set of modern Australian dishes that will surely make your mouth water. Experience our appetizing entrees and write your own adventure with a salad that you can customize to your taste. Pick your main dish from our healthy, vegetarian options or indulge in our meaty specialties. Finally, finish your dining experience with our signature desserts that will satisfy your cravings.

For patrons who want to unwind, our bar serves a wide selection of spirits and cocktails with a broad variety of flavours and styles. In the colder months, sit back and relax in front of our fireplace and in summer enjoy our blossoming views overlooking the city streets.

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Taste Canberra like no other with First Edition Restaurant Canberra. Our cozy bar and restaurant in Canberra City is open seven days a week. Our breakfast buffet starts from 6:30 am to 9:30 am Monday through Friday and 6:30 am to 10:30 am on weekends and public holidays. Dinner menu starts from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm. Visit us at the first floor mezzanine of Novotel Canberra.

For reservations and other enquiries, contact us on +61 (0) 2 6245 5000.