Best Cafes in Braddon
Looking for the best cafes in Braddon? We've gathered 10 standout spots in this corner of Canberra, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Braddon has its own character, and the cafes here reflect it — from neighbourhood favourites locals keep to themselves to places worth a special trip across town. Use the filters to narrow by price, rating, what's open right now and the features that matter to you, then open the map to plan your visit around what else is nearby. We re-check details regularly, so opening hours and information stay current.
Australia takes its coffee seriously, and Canberra is no exception — think flat whites pulled to order, single-origin beans and a brunch culture that runs all morning. The spots below range from tucked-away specialty roasters to all-day cafes worth a slow weekend visit.
10 spots in Braddon

BEDST
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Cafe Chapter 4
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Supersweet Cafe
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Breizh Cafe
$$Dessert Spots in Braddon, Canberra.

EightyTwenty Canberra | Braddon Cafe
$$Modern cafe with black tiles and copper lamps, for wholefood-focused dishes, smoothies and treats.

Zero Complex Braddon
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Cafe Gather
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Casa Espresso
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B-Side
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On Lonsdale
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Cafes in Braddon — FAQs
What are the best cafes in Braddon?+
The cafes in Braddon listed here are ranked by our Spot Score — our independent editorial rating out of 100, combining reputation, popularity, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear first.
How many cafes are there in Braddon?+
We currently feature 10 cafes in Braddon, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Braddon in Canberra?+
Braddon is one of Canberra's neighbourhoods — open any venue's page for its exact location, nearby public-transport stops and a map. See our Getting Around guide for tickets and fares.
What's the coffee culture like in Canberra?+
Specialty coffee is the norm rather than the exception — most cafes roast or source quality beans and turn out espresso-based drinks like the flat white, long black and piccolo. Brunch is a weekend institution, so expect queues at the most popular spots mid-morning.