10+ cafes open on ANZAC Day in Canberra
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Here’s where to find that post Dawn Service pick-me-up in Canberra.
Whether you’re seeking a much-needed espresso or somewhere to eat following a very early start, there are plenty of cafes open this ANZAC Day to warm you from the inside out.
The Pedlar (Campbell)
You might know them for their beers, but did you know that The Pedlar also does breakfast? They’ll be serving up everything from a B&E Roll to Eggs Benedict this ANZAC Day, but bookings are essential, with seating at 6.30 am, 8 am, 9.30 am and 11 am.
65 Constitution Avenue, Campbell | thepedlar.com.au
Catbird (Parkes)
A short drive or 20-minute walk away from the Australian War Memorial, Catbird will be open from 6 am and will have their full menu of Southern Californian-inspired dishes, along with hot and quick takeaway options available to keep you warm and happy.
44 Constitution Avenue, Parkes | catbirdcanberra.com.au
Pollen (Acton)
Located in the heart of the Botanic Garden and open from 9 am, Pollen is the place to go for an all-day breakfast menu packed full of flavour. Go for a coffee and stay for a glass of bubbles – best enjoyed while soaking in the beautiful surrounds.
Clunies Ross Street, Acton | pollencafe.com.au
Verity Lane (City)
This ANZAC Day, Dear Prudence and Brew Nation at Verity Lane will be serving up some delicious and satisfying breakfast favourites after the Dawn Service. Think: bacon and egg rolls, salmon bagels, chai pudding, ANZAC biscuits and more. Plus, they’ll be pouring hot coffee and hot chocolate, along with something special just for the morning – their take on the traditional Gunfire: coffee, rum and a dash of honey!
102 Alinga Street, City | dearprudencebar.com.au
Assembly (Braddon)
Serving breakfast from 6 am (with dishes including a Breakfast Burrito and a classic Big Brekky) this ANZAC Day you can also play 2up at Assembly, making it a must-stop destination.
11 Lonsdale Street, Braddon | thepeoplespub.com.au
Braddon Merchant (Braddon)
Open for breakfast only from 6.30 am, Braddon Merchant will be serving up everything from Belgian-style waffles to eggs on toast – all perfect for warming yourself up after an early start.
1 Elouera Street, Braddon | braddonmerchant.com.au
Agostinis (Griffith)
From 7 am, breakfast is sorted with Agostinis serving classic dishes with a naughty Italian twist, from croissants filled with Nutella cream to Pork Neck Lasagne and Carbonara scrambled eggs with Schulz bacon, you can thank us later.
East Hotel, 69 Canberra Avenue, Griffith | agostinis.com.au
Recess Coffee (Griffith)
Head along from 6 am to grab yourself from Recess Coffee in Griffith. Serving their full menu until 2 pm, get the pancakes and thank us later.
6B Barker Street, Griffith | recesscoffee.com.au
Cup and Coaster (Fyshwick)
Open from 8 am until 2 pm, Cup and Coaster has your breakfast and coffee cravings sorted. Hello, Beef Cheek Benedict!
2/64 Wollongong Street, Fyshwick | facebook.com/cupandcoaster
A Bite To Eat (Chifley)
Book into A Bite To Eat from 8 am to enjoy a hot Redbrick Coffee alongside their fresh breakfast and brunch options. Think Rocky Road Pancakes, Baked Shakshuka and more…
abitetoeat.com.au | 8 Chifley Place, Chifley
Kiln at Belco Arts (Belconnen)
Trading as normal from 7 am, why not end your early start with a stop at Kiln at Belco Arts, followed by a lake walk? Serving fresh dishes inspired by Australian classics and served with a twist – think gluten-free Mung Bean pancakes and Mediterranean Eggs – it will be a delicious way to end the morning.
118 Emu Bank, Belconnen | belcoarts.com.au/kiln
Caffe al Lago (Gungahlin)
Craving a really good sandwich to go with your coffee? Caffe al Lago will be open from 8 am on ANZAC Day to serve you your favourite treats. Grab yourself a breakfast sandwich to go and enjoy it lakeside!
60A Phyllis Ashton Circuit, Gungahlin | @caffeallago
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