10 places for tapas in Canberra
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Tapas, once a huge craze in the early 2000’s, has evolved and is here to stay.
Many Canberra eateries have put their own spin on the tapas trend that originated in Spain, by adding a ‘shared plates’ category on their menus.
The simple idea of combining small bites and appetisers to make a meal has won our idea of fun food because, here at HerCanberra, we think the most important thing about tapeo (the art of eating tapas) is the gathering of people to socialise as they drink and eat.
THE DISTRICT
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Crunchy, tasty and moreish—The District’s Arancini Balls are the perfect in-between meal dish. Order with a glass of Canberra District wine for an ideal weekday wind down.
56 Abena Avenue, Crace | thedistrict.com.au
TEMPORADA
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One of the first restaurants to embrace a tapas-style menu, Temporada’s Spanish roots are evident in their menu. Our recommendation is the Gorgonzola and Tapioca Fritter with Green Harissa. Yum.
15 Moore Street, Canberra | temporada.com.au
PARLOUR
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Cocktails and tapas, anyone? Nestled in the NewActon arts precinct, Parlour is the perfect spot to grab a cheeky pre-movie bite.
Our recommendation is the beef eye fillet, potato and horseradish galette with herb crust, asparagus, golden beets and red radish.
16 Kendall Lane, NewActon | parlour.net.au
TIPSY BULL
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Home of the fancy deconstructed G&T, Tipsy Bull is the perfect place to order a deconstructed dinner! With plenty of gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan options, there’s something for everyone.
Our pick: Peking Duck Taco with pickled cabbage, coriander and hoisin sauce.
2/5 Lonsdale Street, Braddon | tipsybull.com.au
OSTANI LOUNGE, BAR & RESTAURANT
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Ostani offers a wide variety of settings in which to enjoy your tapas—will you choose a private booth, cosy lounge seat or outdoor terrace table?
Whichever you decide, your dining experience is in good hands with Ostani’s European-style menu. Our pick: Fried polenta and parmesan chips with smoked chilli and lemon (which are also gluten-free and vegan!).
Hotel Realm, 18 National Circuit, Barton | ostani.com.au
KOKOMOS
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Kokomo’s trans-Pacific eats and creative cocktails set the scene for a very fun night out, with a menu that’s best enjoyed shared. We’re especially looking forward to enjoying their unique slice of tropical paradise in the depths of winter.
1 Genge Street, City | kokomos.com.au
RICE TAPAS BAR AND RESTAURANT
Rice Tapas Bar and Restaurant does some of the most innovative Thai dishes in Canberra. Their extensive Thai menu ranges from Asian “tapas”—small plates of the likes of coconut prawns and crispy fried larb balls—to soups, salads, curries and noodles.
Level 2, 24 Garema Place, City | Facebook
BLACKFIRE
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Blackfire is best-known for its modern take on Mediterranean-style open flame dishes, however they also serve some killer tapas.
Want to feel like you’re dining in Barcelona? Order the Piquillo Roasted Baby Peppers—baby peppers stuffed with with Queensland mud crab and Carpentaria prawn cutlets.
45/38 Mort Street, Braddon | blackfirecanberra.com.au
AKIBA
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One of Canberra’s most iconic share-plate eateries, Akiba has endless ways to enjoy a tapas-style meal.
Their prawn and chicken dumplings with ginger and black vinegar dressing are so famous they practically have their own fan base, but if you’re into sharing, our recommendation is the Feed Me menu.
40 Bunda Street, Canberra | akiba.com.au
PODILATO
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Can’t afford a trip to Europe? Dinner at Podilato is the next best thing.
With tapas and mezze dishes built around seasonal ingredients, our pick is the vegetarian-friendly Sesame pumpkin with tzatziki and pistachios.
219 Northbourne Avenue, Turner | podilato.com.au
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