The Best Coffee Spots in Canberra
Canberra's coffee culture is thriving, with quality cafes scattered across the city's neighbourhoods. Whether you're after a weekday flat white in Civic or a weekend brunch spot in Gungahlin, there's a solid local cafe worth your visit. Here are some of the best places to grab a coffee across Canberra.
- 1Cafes Civic
1. DOP Canberra
Located in Civic, DOP stands out as a reliable choice for quality coffee in the city centre, making it convenient if you're working or shopping nearby.
Opens early (before 7am)Open MondaysView venue4.8(263)· Google$$$$64Spot ScoreWorth a Look 
2Cafes Gungahlin2. Atlas Cafe
Gungahlin's Atlas Cafe offers a solid coffee experience in one of Canberra's busiest suburban hubs, ideal for a quick caffeine fix or longer catch-up.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(414)· Google63Spot ScoreWorth a Look
3Cafes Tuggeranong3. Cafe Himalayan Brew Tuggeranong
If you're in Tuggeranong, this cafe provides an accessible coffee stop in the southern part of the city, with a name suggesting broader beverage offerings beyond coffee.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(201)· Google63Spot ScoreWorth a Look
4Cafes Braddon4. BEDST
Braddon's BEDST is worth seeking out for a coffee run to one of Canberra's trendier inner-north suburbs.
Open MondaysView venue4.8(200)· Google63Spot ScoreWorth a Look
5Cafes Belconnen5. Bunny Beans Cafe - Kippax
Located in Belconnen, Bunny Beans Cafe provides a neighbourhood-friendly option for locals in the western suburbs.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.5(497)· Google$$$$62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
6Cafes Gungahlin6. Caffè al Lago
Another Gungahlin option, Caffè al Lago's name suggests a lakeside or waterfront angle that could make it worth a visit if you prefer a particular setting.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(498)· Google60Spot ScoreWorth a Look
7Cafes Gungahlin7. blossom cafe
Gungahlin's blossom cafe rounds out the northern suburb's café options for those exploring multiple venues in the area.
Open SundaysView venue4.7(89)· Google59Spot ScoreWorth a Look
8Cafes Manuka8. ONA Coffee House Cafe Fyshwick
Despite its Fyshwick name, ONA is listed in Manuka, making it a handy stop in this popular inner-south neighbourhood.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.2(890)· Google$$$$59Spot ScoreWorth a Look
9Cafes Fyshwick9. Piccolo Market Coffee
Fyshwick's Piccolo Market Coffee offers a casual coffee option in this eclectic inner-south suburb.
Open SundaysView venue4.8(61)· Google58Spot ScoreWorth a Look
10Cafes Manuka10. Recess Coffee
Manuka's Recess Coffee is positioned in one of Canberra's most established dining and retail precincts, perfect for combining coffee with shopping or a meal.
Opens early (before 7am)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.4(179)· Google58Spot ScoreWorth a Look
11Cafes Gungahlin11. AM Cakes and Coffee
Gungahlin's AM Cakes and Coffee suggests food pairings alongside your coffee, useful if you're after something to eat with your drink.
Open SundaysView venue4.4(128)· Google57Spot ScoreWorth a Look
12Cafes Gungahlin12. Dobinsons
Gungahlin's Dobinsons completes the northern suburbs' coffee offering for those living in or regularly visiting the area.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.3(250)· Google57Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DOP Canberra | 64/100 | 4.8(263) | $ | Civic | Opens early (before 7am) |
| Atlas Cafe | 63/100 | 4.6(414) | — | Gungahlin | Open 7 days |
| Cafe Himalayan Brew Tuggeranong | 63/100 | 4.8(201) | — | Tuggeranong | Open 7 days |
| BEDST | 63/100 | 4.8(200) | — | Braddon | Open Mondays |
| Bunny Beans Cafe - Kippax | 62/100 | 4.5(497) | $ | Belconnen | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Caffè al Lago | 60/100 | 4.8(498) | — | Gungahlin | Open 7 days |
| blossom cafe | 59/100 | 4.7(89) | — | Gungahlin | Open Sundays |
| ONA Coffee House Cafe Fyshwick | 59/100 | 4.2(890) | $$ | Manuka | Open 7 days |
| Piccolo Market Coffee | 58/100 | 4.8(61) | — | Fyshwick | Open Sundays |
| Recess Coffee | 58/100 | 4.4(179) | — | Manuka | Opens early (before 7am) |
| AM Cakes and Coffee | 57/100 | 4.4(128) | — | Gungahlin | Open Sundays |
| Dobinsons | 57/100 | 4.3(250) | — | Gungahlin | Open 7 days |
Frequently asked questions
Which Canberra suburb has the most coffee options?+
Gungahlin has the most cafes listed here, with six venues including Atlas Cafe, Caffè al Lago, blossom cafe, and AM Cakes and Coffee, among others.
Where should I go for coffee in the city centre?+
DOP Canberra in Civic is the primary city-centre option from this list.
Are there coffee spots in the southern suburbs?+
Yes. Tuggeranong has Cafe Himalayan Brew Tuggeranong, while Manuka and Fyshwick in the inner south both have options listed.
Which cafe is best for food with coffee?+
AM Cakes and Coffee in Gungahlin explicitly mentions cakes, suggesting food pairing is available there.
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