Best Cafes in Civic
Looking for the best cafes in Civic? We've gathered 27 standout spots in this corner of Canberra, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Civic 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.
27 spots in Civic
Super Emoji
$$Dessert Spots in Civic, Canberra.
Wonder by Alice - Civic
Cafes in Civic, Canberra.
Oliver Brown
$$Dessert Spots in Civic, Canberra.
EightyTwenty Canberra | Mort St - Express Cafe
Cafes in Civic, Canberra.
Cafe June
Cafes in Civic, Canberra.
Espresso Room Civic
Cafes in Civic, Canberra.
Greenhouse
$$Cafes in Civic, Canberra.
EQ Cafe & Bakehouse | Civic
Bakeries in Civic, Canberra.
EQ Cafe & Bakehouse | Canberra Centre
Bakeries in Civic, Canberra.
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Cafes in Civic — FAQs
What are the best cafes in Civic?+
The cafes in Civic 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 Civic?+
We currently feature 27 cafes in Civic, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Civic in Canberra?+
Civic 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.