Best Pubs in Canberra (2026)
Looking for the best pubs in Canberra? We've rounded up 34 of the city's standout spots — from neighbourhood favourites to buzzy new openings. Every venue is ranked by our Spot Score, which weighs reputation, popularity and freshness, so you can book with confidence. Filter by suburb, price or what's open now to find your next go-to.
The Australian pub is a social institution — somewhere to catch the footy, settle in for a counter meal or while away a sunny afternoon in the beer garden. These are Canberra's most-loved locals and historic watering holes.
34 spots
The District Bar & Restaurant
$$Bars in Gungahlin, Canberra.
Stonehouse Cafe & Pub - Amaroo
$$Bars in Gungahlin, Canberra.
The Southern Pub
Bars in Woden, Canberra.
PJ O'Reilly's Tuggeranong
$$Restaurants in Tuggeranong, Canberra.
PJs in the City
$$Casual local pub offering dining & outdoor tables, along with live bands & trivia.
Raiders Belconnen
$$Pubs in Belconnen, Canberra.
Canberra Southern Cross Club Jamison
$$Pubs in Belconnen, Canberra.
Cornerstone Pub
$$Bars in Gungahlin, Canberra.
The Jamison Hub
Bars in Belconnen, Canberra.
By Chance Bar & Bistro
Bars in Tuggeranong, Canberra.
The Valley Pub
Bars in Tuggeranong, Canberra.
Monaro Tavern
Pubs in Fyshwick, Canberra.
Walt & Burley
$$$Steaks, burgers & global tapas served in a sizable lakeside gastropub with modern decor & a patio.
Dolly's All Day Venue
Pubs in Civic, Canberra.
Mooseheads Canberra
$Lively bar with 4 levels, a pub grub menu, and a slick nightclub with DJs playing R&B.
Palmers
Bars in Gungahlin, Canberra.
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Read guide →Pubs in Canberra — FAQs
What are the best pubs in Canberra?+
Our top-rated pubs in Canberra are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Canberra pubs ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter pubs by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many pubs are listed in Canberra?+
We currently feature 34 pubs across Canberra and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.