Capital Food Market

Capital Food Market is a fresh food market and all-day casual dining destination in Civic, Canberra. It brings a range of independent traders together under one roof, giving visitors the choice to browse fresh produce and food providers or stay for a casual meal. The venue’s dining directory includes Vanilla Pod Pizza & Pasta, What the Pho, Kushi Japanese, Sushant’s Indian Cuisine, Daily Brew, Hao Chi, Roo Tea and Taco About.

The market is designed as a social space, with shared dining at its centre. Its website describes an environment shaped by the sounds, colours and aromas of fresh food, making it suited to groups looking for variety as well as solo visitors who want to choose their own pace. The range of dining styles also makes it practical for mixed tastes, although the available source does not provide enough detail to identify specific signature dishes.

Capital Food Market’s story reaches back to 1976, when the Belconnen Fresh Food Markets supported more than 20 local food providores. After more than four decades of backing local businesses, farmers and the Canberra community, the market reopened in 2023 under its current name. That history remains part of its focus on fresh food and independent traders.

Sustainability is also built into the venue’s design, with thermal temperature control and solar electricity generation included as part of its energy-efficiency measures. Visit for a flexible market-and-dining experience, whether you are meeting friends, sharing a meal with family or exploring the traders on your own.