12 Restaurants Worth Trying in Woden, Canberra
Woden's dining scene punches above its weight, with everything from Mongolian grills to vegan Southeast Asian fare. Whether you're after casual street food or something more substantial, these 12 spots offer real variety without the drive to Civic.
1Restaurants Woden1. Kickin'Inn Woden
Start here for the highest-rated option in the precinct. A solid neighbourhood choice with broad appeal.
View venue4.7(3,678)· Google$$$$68Spot ScoreWorth a Look- 2Restaurants Woden
2. Naadam Mongolian Restaurant
If you want something more distinctive, Mongolian cuisine offers a cooking style you won't find everywhere around Canberra.
View venue4.8(511)· Google66Spot ScoreWorth a Look 
3Restaurants Woden3. Le Monsoon
A dependable middle option for diners after familiar Southeast Asian flavours without stepping into Woden's busier precincts.
View venue4.7(449)· Google64Spot ScoreWorth a Look
4Restaurants Woden4. Dumpling Social
Visit for straightforward dumpling-focused dining—ideal if you're after something quick and niche in one category.
View venue4.5(517)· Google$$$$62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
5Restaurants Woden5. Ch-Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes (Changes Woden)
An established Woden venue worth exploring for locals seeking a recognised spot with staying power.
View venue4.8(164)· Google$$$$62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
6Restaurants Woden6. Au Lac Woden Vegan Cuisine
The go-to choice if you need fully vegan options; dedicated plant-based restaurants aren't common across suburban Canberra.
View venue4.5(512)· Google$$$$62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
7Restaurants Woden7. dada
A shorter name masks a venue that rounds out the mid-tier options for Woden diners seeking variety.
View venue4.7(221)· Google62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
8Restaurants Woden8. Two Sisters Lao Thai Street Food Woden
Choose this if you're in the mood for casual, street-style Lao and Thai—less formal than sit-down alternatives.
View venue4.9(129)· Google62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
9Restaurants Woden9. Two Blind Mice Curtin
Just over the suburb border in Curtin, this venue extends your options without leaving the greater Woden district.
View venue4.4(523)· Google$$$$61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
10Restaurants Woden10. Urban Fresh Sushi Woden
A practical choice for sushi lovers who want to keep things local and casual.
View venue4.8(111)· Google61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
11Restaurants Woden11. A Bite To Eat Chifley
Another nearby option in Chifley, widening the dining radius for those willing to venture just beyond Woden's centre.
View venue4.3(959)· Google$$$$61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
12Restaurants Woden12. The Q Dining - Modern Vietnamese Cuisine
Modern Vietnamese offers more contemporary takes on the cuisine than traditional street food spots.
View venue4.8(134)· Google61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kickin'Inn Woden | 68/100 | 4.7(3,678) | $$ | Woden | — |
| Naadam Mongolian Restaurant | 66/100 | 4.8(511) | — | Woden | — |
| Le Monsoon | 64/100 | 4.7(449) | — | Woden | — |
| Dumpling Social | 62/100 | 4.5(517) | $$ | Woden | — |
| Ch-Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes (Changes Woden) | 62/100 | 4.8(164) | $ | Woden | — |
| Au Lac Woden Vegan Cuisine | 62/100 | 4.5(512) | $$ | Woden | — |
| dada | 62/100 | 4.7(221) | — | Woden | — |
| Two Sisters Lao Thai Street Food Woden | 62/100 | 4.9(129) | — | Woden | — |
| Two Blind Mice Curtin | 61/100 | 4.4(523) | $$ | Woden | — |
| Urban Fresh Sushi Woden | 61/100 | 4.8(111) | — | Woden | — |
| A Bite To Eat Chifley | 61/100 | 4.3(959) | $$ | Woden | — |
| The Q Dining - Modern Vietnamese Cuisine | 61/100 | 4.8(134) | — | Woden | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is there a vegan option in Woden?+
Yes. Au Lac Woden Vegan Cuisine specialises in plant-based Vietnamese cooking.
Which restaurant ranks highest?+
Kickin'Inn Woden has the highest spot score (68) among these venues.
Are there sushi options nearby?+
Urban Fresh Sushi Woden serves sushi within the precinct.
Do any venues offer street food–style dining?+
Two Sisters Lao Thai Street Food Woden and Dumpling Social both focus on casual, street-food-style service.
What if I want something outside Woden itself?+
Two Blind Mice in Curtin and A Bite To Eat in Chifley are just across the suburb boundary and worth the short trip.
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