Best Fun Restaurants in Manuka and Griffith

21 restaurants available nearby

1. Bar Beirut

4.7

Exceptional(64)

Price: Expensive

• Middle Eastern • Canberra City

Booked 5 times today

Named one of the nation's top cocktail bars by The Australian (2023), Canberra's Favourite Middle Eastern Restaurant (2021, 22, 23 & 24) and Best Cocktail Lounge and Small Bar (2022, 23 & 24), indulge in daring dishes, top-self cocktails, eclectic beats, and captivating belly dance and burlesque performances. Nine-to-fivers, local poppers-in, out-of-towners, clocked-off hospo workers, and anyone who knows a good cocktail and bite to eat is knocking on the door from 5pm ‘til late. The vibe is charged with electricity, laughter, and love; everyone is here for the fun.Whether you’re bringing the whole family to feast, a group to celebrate, a partner to spoil on a date night, or you just want to nibble, drink and ponder the world as you bop your head by yourself into the early hours, the welcome at Bar Beirut is as warm after midnight as it is just before sunset.Yalla habibi!

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2. Queenies Restaurant & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(354)

Price: Expensive

• Dining Bar • Kingston

Booked 2 times today

Queenies at Kingston is now 100% Gluten Free!Serving a wide variety of Canberra Region wines, selected spirits and a rotating selection of craft beers from independently owned breweries. Seasonal and free range produce with a uniquely native twist. Meals to share with friends, your special person or in splendid solitude. Book online for groups of 8 or more. What do I do if I want a booking for less than 8 people? Walk In! Don't be concerned as we are a large venue with both indoor and outdoor seating.

3. Wilma

4.6

Exceptional(46)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Canberra City

Booked 9 times today

WILMA - using primitive cooking methods with the very best Australian ingredients

4. The STHRN

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3.8

Excellent(7)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • Canberra City

Booked 1 time today

The Southern promises to breathe new life into the area as a vibrant and inviting pub, set to become a new favourite spot for sports, a good feed, and a lot of local entertainment – perfect for families and friends alike.

5. REBEL REBEL

4.8

Exceptional(1238)

Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Canberra City

Booked 7 times today

REBEL REBEL is a casual eatery, wine bar and bottle shop in Newacton

6. Ambrosia Lounge

5.0

Exceptional(9)

Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Fyshwick

Booked 1 time today

An intimate and romantic setting, Ambrosia Lounge features moody undertones that evoke a sophisticated, luxe yet relaxed atmosphere.Our drinks menu are variations on traditional cocktails, as well as cocktails inspired by Ambrosia’s unique flavours. Highlights include Espresso Martinis, Caprioskas using Ambrodia’s passionfruit, lychee, mango and peach vodkas, and other fun and original twists on classic cocktails.While the bar is not a restaurant, we assure you that you will not go hungry with a range of snacks and starters available including charcuterie plates with freshly sliced cold meats, assorted cheese plates, soft burrata with olive oil, sea salt, balsamic, and toasted sourdough, and oven baked brie drizzled with honey and served with crackers.In the eclectic Dairy Road Precinct in Fyshwick, we will provide an experience you will not forget any time soon. Group bookings are encouraged and the venue can be available outside of regular opening hours upon request.

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7. Monster Kitchen & Bar

4.3

Awesome(1190)

Price: Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Canberra City

Booked 18 times today

Monster Kitchen and Bar remains committed to offering a dining experience that is not just about food, but about the values we hold dear: inclusion, sustainability, innovation, and conscious consumption. Our new omnivorous menu is a natural extension of these values, and we believe it provides a more inclusive and holistic dining experience for our guests.We are excited to continue evolving, offering a menu that celebrates the best of both plant-based and animal-based cuisine. From locally sourced vegetables to responsibly raised meats, every dish at Monster is a reflection of our commitment to quality, flavor, and sustainability. And as we continue to explore the vast possibilities of what food can be, we look forward to creating even more memorable dining experiences for you."WE MEAT AGAIN."Join us at Monster Kitchen and Bar for an unforgettable culinary journey—where both herbivores and omnivores can celebrate the very best of seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.

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8. Chifley's Bar & Grill

3.9

Excellent(337)

Price: Expensive

• Australian • Barton

Booked 1 time today

Chifley’s Bar & Grill pays homage to the region’s wineries and boutique food producers with a seasonal, modern menu. Chef Saju Rajappan and his team cater to discerning travellers, diplomats, and businesspeople with classic but inventive dishes that are as delicious as they are gorgeous to look at.Steaks, seafood, chicken, and other dishes cooked on the grill are a speciality. The menu also features pasta, risotto, a wide range of vegetarian options, dishes designed for sharing, and tempting desserts. A wide range of local and international wines, cocktails, craft beers and ciders are available for your drinking pleasure.Chifley’s Bar & Grill is named after the 16th Prime Minister of Australia, Ben Chifley, who loved dining here and frequently enjoyed a tipple in the bar. In honour of his favourite drink, the whisky bar has a specially curated menu taking guests on a sensory journey of whiskies around the world.

9. Briscola Italian

4.8

Exceptional(529)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Canberra City

Booked 1 time today

Since 2010, Briscola has firmly established itself on the Canberra food scene and is arguably this town's most popular Italian restaurant. Now with a newly refurbished venue, it offers an unpretentious yet stylish approach to an authentic Italian dining experience.At the forefront it’s about the food: simple, wholesome and traditional without being old fashioned. The “old fashioned” is evident in the service with Gianni and his incredible staff focusing on giving the diner a charming experience.What sets it apart is how they transport you to Italy. Start with an aperitivo to open the palate, enjoy a local or Italian wine varietal and finish with a soothing digestive.Briscola is situated conveniently in the heart of the city near hotels and public transport.Sit inside or alfresco, Briscola seems to suit anyone… families, young couples, group functions and corporate luncheons. You can walk-in, but please book, it gets busy!

10. Locale Pizzeria

4.4

Awesome(281)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Yarralumla

At LOCALE we are passionate about eating, celebrating & socialising with family and friends. Dine-in or takeaway, we're open 6 nights a week from 5pm.

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Sohel
Canberra •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We had such an amazing time being looked after by the attentive staff and felt absolutely treated by their spectacular burlesque and belly dance performers. Their set menu provided the perfect amount of delicious food that set of fireworks in our minds. Perfectly cooked meat that melted in our mouths with flavour that left you in awe. An absolute treat to anyone that has the chance to try their signature cocktails and atmosphere.
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Bar BeirutPrice: Expensive• Middle Eastern• Canberra City
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4.7
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Julie
Canberra •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Lovely place for lunch with a friend - particularly amazing eggplant. The food, the service, the space, all was great.
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WilmaPrice: Expensive• Asian• Canberra City
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4.6
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IanVIP
London •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great food and service and extensive wine list. The beef tartare is a standout.
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REBEL REBELPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Canberra City
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4.8
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Tina
Canberra •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 Dec 2024
It was a really busy night, a Tuesday night, and I don’t think they were expecting soooo many people, so they were a bit short-staffed (it happens), but we had a great night. Fantastic atmosphere, piano bar music playing live, good cocktails and wine choices and we really liked the food. A great time was had by all.
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Queenies Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Dining Bar• Kingston
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4.6
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John
Canberra •1 review
5.0
Dined on 7 Dec 2024
The music was on quite loud and because of that people had to shout to have a conversation. I couldn’t here the person next to me talk
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The STHRNPrice: Moderate• Australian• Canberra City
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3.8

Best Fun Restaurants in Manuka and Griffith

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21 restaurants available nearby

1. Bar Beirut

2. Queenies Restaurant & Bar

3. Wilma

4. The STHRN

5. REBEL REBEL

6. Ambrosia Lounge

7. Monster Kitchen & Bar

8. Chifley's Bar & Grill

9. Briscola Italian

10. Locale Pizzeria

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