Best coffee for a long study session - Redbrick Coffee

Need a coffee and a pastry to start your day? Us too! Redbrick is the perfect place for a caffeine hit. With three locations across the city there’s a brew just for you around every corner. You can even sit and watch the beans being roasted while you enjoy your coffee at their Fyshwick store.

Best vibes - Gang Gang

Whether you’re keen on avo toast for breakfast, Nepalese curry for lunch or sharing pizza for dinner, Gang Gang has you covered. This café and bar turns into Canberra’s hottest live music venue in the evenings, so if you’re after a drink with friends and a bit of a dance, this friendly spot is the place to be.

Best ‘feed me’ menu - Akiba

When it comes to Canberra foodie institutions - meaning a restaurant that every local knows and loves - Akiba is a must-visit. Can’t decide exactly what you want? Let the chefs at this East Asian eatery choose for you. Enjoy sashimi, pork belly buns, dumplings and fried rice or treat yourself to the luxe menu with barramundi, tuna tartare and Kobe beef.

Best budget-friendly - Classic Indian Restaurant

Keep it simple and affordable at Classic Indian Restaurant. With a massive selection of naan and a range of curries, served in generous portions, you’ll walk out of the restaurant very satisfied.

Best dumplings - CBD Dumpling House

Located right in the city centre at Canberra Central, CBD Dumpling House is a budget friendly, lively spot for lunch or dinner. Situate yourself near the open kitchen and watch their chefs fold thousands of dumplings by hand, and enjoy your favourite snacks, from pan fried dumplings to Peking duck.

Best sandwiches - Melted Toasted Sandwich Emporium

After a quick lunch? Grab a cheese or double egg and bacon toastie from Melted. In the mood for something new? Try their sourdough with mi goreng noodles and chilli jam, the Cubano with roast pork, or the nacho toastie, complete with avocado and corn chips.

Best ‘Cheap Tuesday’ - To All My Friends

Cheap Tuesday is an Aussie tradition - many restaurants, cinemas and pubs put on a deal for students (or everyone!) on Tuesdays, meaning it’s the perfect night to head out for dinner. You can grab any large, loaded pizza for $18 every Tuesday at To All My Friends.

Best DIY hotpot - Wukong Hotpot

At Wukong Hotpot you can cook your own meat, seafood and fresh veggies in three different broths right at your table. With customisable spice levels and a wide selection of sauces, Wukong is perfect for both hotpot enthusiasts and anyone looking to try something new.

Best food hall - Verity Lane Markets

From Vietnam to Korea, Indonesia to South America, Verity Lane is a food hall located inside Canberra’s iconic Sydney building. Choose from six vendors catering to a range of tastes and budgets, and enjoy a little taste of home.

Best brunch - Al's Deli and Diner

With an incredible breakfast menu featuring all the classics (pancakes, avo on toast, bacon and egg rolls) and sandwiches all day (think tuna melts and chicken salad) along with locally-sourced coffee, Al’s Deli and Diner is the place to be for breakfast and brunch.