Eight places to treat your tastebuds around the National Gallery of Australia
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If you’ve read our recent guide to everything you need to see at the National Gallery of Australia (NGA) this year and are currently planning your day out, we’ve got you covered when it comes to choosing where to eat.
Here are eight options to choose from within walking distance of the NGA—because there’s no better combination than food and art.
The Jetty
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Looking for a coffee and a treat? The Jetty has you covered. Looking for a craft beer or a premium cocktail to wash down a crispy fried chicken burger? The Jetty also has you covered.
Doubling as a cafe where you can start your day with good coffee, fresh sandwiches and Sanoma-baked goodies, by 12 pm, The Jetty Beer Garden is the perfect way to end your day of exploring exhibitions. Relax with friends and enjoy some live music, cold drinks, and good food from resident food truck Fricken Chicken.
So no matter whether you’re a morning person or you enjoy getting out and about a bit later in the day, The Jetty has something for everyone.
Eight minute walk | Jetty Kiosk: Open every day. Jetty Beer Garden: Open Wednesday to Sunday until late | Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Parkes | thejettycbr.com
Two Before Ten Barton
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Known for their amazing coffee (and for being an iconic Canberra local), Two Before Ten has a few cafes open throughout the capital because we just can’t seem to get enough. The menu consists of delicious and organically grown produce from their farm in the heart of Canberra, Urban Farm. Take away as you continue your day or sit down and enjoy.
15 minute walk | Open Monday to Sunday | 10 National Circuit, Barton | twobeforeten.com
Little Bird
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Whether you enjoy sitting outside and enjoying whatever weather Canberra has to offer, or you’d rather play it safe and sit indoors, Little Bird won’t disappoint with an extensive menu and delicious coffee.
12 minute walk | Open Monday to Sunday | 48 Macquarie St, Barton | littlebirdbarton
Wild Honey Bistro
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Only a short walk from the gallery, Wild Honey is the perfect stop if you’re looking to refuel with a coffee or maybe want a more substantial meal. Serving breakfast, lunch, and small meals from Monday to Friday, there’s bound to be something on the menu for everyone.
Six-minute walk | Open Monday to Friday | John Gorton Building, King Edward Terrace, Parkes | wildhoneybistro.com
Bookplate
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Why not tick off two iconic Canberra locations in one day? Bookplate is located within the National Library of Australia, where you can take your choice between sitting inside (where you’ll be semi-surrounded by exquisite floor-to-ceiling Leonard French stained glass windows), or outside on the equally stunning outdoor terrace where you can enjoy the sun and look out over Lake Burley Griffin and the Patrick White Lawns. Enjoy brunch, lunch, or a light meal from Monday to Sunday.
11 minute walk | Open Monday to Sunday | 25 Parkes Place West, Parkes ACT | bookplate.com
Burger Craft
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Looking for somewhere to fill up so you can power through a big day at the NGA? You really can’t go wrong with a burger. Burger Craft has a variety of burgers, fries, craft beers and wine to choose from!
13 minute walk | Open Monday to Friday | 6 National Circuit, Barton | burgercraft.com
Vincent Restaurant
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If you’re looking to go somewhere with a relaxed vibe for lunch, or maybe want to go for a glass of wine and dinner after a big day, look no further.
After recently becoming an Australian Good Food 2023 Award Winner (a title they’ve received consecutively for the last three years, among others), Vincent Restaurant offers customers exquisite and unique food paired with specifically sourced wines from around the world.
12 minute walk | Open Tuesday to Saturday | 48 Macquarie Street, Barton |vincentrestaurant.com
Waters Edge
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Want a stunning meal with a view to match? Waters Edge Fine Dining Restaurant is the perfect place to relax and soak in the atmosphere after a big day on your feet.
Waters Edge proudly boasts one hat—awarded by the Sydney Morning Herald—along with a long list of accomplishments since its inception over 15 years ago. The menu offers diners modern Australian cuisine where they can enjoy lunch or dinner from Wednesday to Sunday.
Eight minute walk | Open Wednesday to Sunday | 40 Parkes Pl E, Parkes | watersedgecanberra.com
Feature image: Two Before Ten via Facebook.
