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Dickson Taphouse — Dickson, Canberra
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Dickson Taphouse

A well-regarded taphouse at Dickson in Canberra with a 4.4 rating across 359 reviews.

60
Spot Score
Worth a Look
4.4(359)· GoogleOpen now$$$$

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Why it's worth checking out

Dickson Taphouse is a corner pub in the centre of Dickson, set on Woolley Street and designed for a range of visits. The space includes a lounge area, booths, bar seating and a restaurant, so you can settle in for a drink, share a meal or book a table. Its central Dickson location makes it a straightforward option for meeting friends, while the different seating areas give groups and solo visitors some flexibility.

Drinks are a major focus, with 18 taps pouring a changing selection that includes local craft beer. The venue says it offers more than 100 beers overall, alongside signature cocktails. There is also an extensive range of non-alcoholic drinks and signature mocktails, making the list broader than beer and cocktails alone. For a more structured outing, Happy Hour runs from Monday to Saturday between 4pm and 6pm, with a separate cocktail Happy Hour on Friday and Saturday evenings from 8pm to 10pm.

The kitchen works around a seasonal menu, covering pub staples while adding a gourmet angle. The website highlights fresh seasonal produce, house-made pasta and gluten-free options, with free-range chicken and pork used in the kitchen. A designated gluten-free menu and kids menu make it a practical choice for families and diners with specific requirements. The menu information also includes dine-in lunch specials, a wine and spirits list, cocktails and a note that the venue uses imported seafood in line with seafood labelling requirements.

There is plenty happening beyond the regular food and drink offering. Friday nights feature DJs, Sunday afternoons bring live music, Tuesday includes Spin the Wheel and Wednesday is the venue’s weekly trivia night. Dickson Taphouse also takes private event and function bookings, with the team able to discuss available spaces and seasonal menus. Overall, it suits casual catch-ups, family meals, trivia groups and larger gatherings, with enough seating and drink variety to support a relaxed visit or a more event-focused occasion.

Reviewed by Iyan B.

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Practical details

30 Woolley St, Dickson ACT 2602, Australia
$Typically $$ · price level 2 of 4

Opening hours

Open now
MondayToday
11:30 – 22:30
Tuesday
11:30 – 22:30
Wednesday
11:30 – 22:30
Thursday
11:30 – 22:30
Friday
11:30 – 00:00
Saturday
11:30 – 00:00
Sunday
11:30 – 22:00

Menu

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Open menu

Spot Score

60
Reputation
75
Popularity
77
Information quality
30
Category fit
70
Freshness
30

Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.

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