Shake it up: 15+ places for smoothies, milkshakes and more
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There’s something about sipping a milkshake, smoothie, or fresh-pressed juice in the sun.
Served in an icy glass (or biodegradable takeaway cup) they’re the epitome of decadence and fun—and sometimes health—wrapped up in a sweet, satisfying drink. And to help cure your sunshine-induced cravings, we’ve put together a list of places in Canberra to find some of the best smoothies, juices, and milkshakes—the perfect way to start your day.
Mookie Burger (Tuggeranong)
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If you’re looking for the perfect milkshake/burger combo for a night out, Mookie Burger is the place to go. And with options like butterscotch, cookies and cream and red velvet, there’s no denying a juicy burger and a gigantic, creamy milkshake go hand-in-hand.
013B Anketell St, Tuggeranong | mookie.com.au
Foundry Coffee Co (Tuggeranong)
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Planning a walk around Tuggeranong Lake? Foundry Coffee Co. have a range of iced beverages that are perfect to enjoy in the sun. For something sweet go for the mixed berry smoothie (mixed berries, Greek yoghurt and your choice of milk) or caffeine addicts can order the Foundry (double shot coffee, banana, chocolate and almond milk). Yum.
150 Anketell Street, Greenway | foundrycoffeeco.com
Cup and Coaster (Fyshwick)
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Hidden in Fyshwick, Cup and Coaster has a range of milk shakes, smoothies and juices to choose from. At the top of our ‘must try’ list is the avocado shake topped with chocolate syrup.
2/64 Wollongong St, Fyshwick | @cupandcoaster
Penny University (Kingston)
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We’ve already talked about their coffees but Penny University in Kingston also has amazing cold drinks. Choose from fresh juice, homemade lemonade or one of their delicious milkshakes.
15 Kennedy St, Kingston | @pennyuniversityroasters
Local Press Café (Kingston)
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With a passion for healthy food, Local Press is the place to go for fresh juice…but the salted caramel milkshake will always have a place in our hearts.
Cnr Eastlake Parade & Giles Street, Kingston Foreshore | @localpresscafe
Patissez (Manuka)
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Home of the original FreakShake, Patissez is an obvious addition to the list. But did you know they also make fresh juice and drool-worthy smoothies?
Unit 2/21 Bougainville Street, “The Lawns” Manuka| @patissez
Urban Pantry (Manuka)
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For a refreshing start to the day, head to this ionic Manuka café to try one of their juices, smoothies or even a frappe. As a mid-week treat it’s sure to lift your spirits.
5 Bougainville St, Manuka | @urbanpantrymanuka
Fox and Bow (Farrer + Red Hill)
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This chill café is perfect for a cool drink. Offering fresh juices and iconic shakes named after iconic people, what’s not to love?
4 Farrer Pl, Farrer | @foxandbowcafe
Space Kitchen (Phillip)
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Fun, playful and experimental: Space Kitchen is the place to go for a milkshake with something a little extra. As well as offering 18+ creations featuring Kahula and Bailey’s, they have fresh juices for something a little quieter.
Furzer Street and Worgan Street, Phillip | @space.kitchen
Doubleshot Deakin (Deakin)
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The sister of Urban Pantry, it’s a guarantee that Doubleshot has amazing juices and shakes. Pop in to try their smoothie bar or try a coffee milkshake to shake up your caffeine routine.
Shop 7, Hopetoun Circuit, Deakin | @ds_doubleshotdeakin
Deakin & Me (Deakin)
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Did someone say “Snickers smoothie”? Made with banana, peanut butter, dates, cocoa, chia and almond milk this will quickly become a morning favourite. Because…it tastes like Snickers. Need we say more?
7 Geils Court, Deakin | facebook.com/deakinandme
Ricardo’s Café & Patisserie (Macquarie)
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Known for their sweet treats, Ricardo’s also has some must try cold beverages on their menu. Think freshly squeezed orange juice or a strawberries and cream shake that is sure to have you drooling.
Jamison Plaza, Bowman Street, Macquarie| @ricardoscafe
The Usual (Gungahlin)
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Thickies, juice, smoothies and more: The Usual has it all. Our favourites on the menu include the B1—banana and honey blended with milk and ice-cream—and the Nutter Butter—protein, peanut butter and mango blended with milk. See you there?
125 Gungahlin Pl, Gungahlin | facebook.com/theusualcbr
Little Oink (Cook)
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Lime milkshake or spinach, banana, avocado, honey and milk anyone? Not only does Little Oink have great coffee and delicious food, they also have plenty of coldies, smoothies and more.
22 Cook Pl, Cook | littleoink.com.au
Forrest Speciality Coffee (Belconnen)
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Located conveniently in Westfield Belconnen, we promise grabbing something cold to go from Forrest Speciality Coffee will make your day better. Order a cold pressed juice to enjoy a colourful and healthy pick-me-up or try their Malteser shake for something a little different to compliment your shopping trip.
Ground Level, Westfield Belconnen | facebook.com/forrestspecialtycoffee
Eighty/Twenty (All around town)
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Now with locations all over Canberra, Eighty/Twenty offers signature smoothies full of the good stuff. Perfect to start off your day, pop in and enjoy!
eightytwentyfood.com | @eightytwentyfood
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