Cafes Barton

Double Drummer

A well-regarded cafe at Barton in Canberra with a 4.0 rating across 309 reviews.

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Why it's worth checking out

Double Drummer is a cafe, bar and corporate caterer in Barton, Canberra, serving the busy National Circuit precinct. It is set up for breakfast and lunch, with food described as fresh and wholesome, and a selection that changes daily. For a quick meal, the cafe offers pre-made sandwiches, salads, juices and hot food, while its burger range gives diners another substantial option.

Coffee is a particular focus, with Double Drummer serving boutique premium coffee supplied by local roaster ONA. The venue also caters for corporate customers and accepts table reservations, making it suited to both everyday visits and organised workplace gatherings. Its central Barton location is convenient for people working in the surrounding government and business precinct.

The website presents Double Drummer as a practical, flexible venue rather than a destination built around a particular experience. It can suit solo coffee stops, breakfast or lunch meetings, and groups needing corporate catering. The cafe also operates as a bar, adding another dimension to its daytime cafe offering. With its changing food selection, sandwiches, salads, juices, hot dishes and burgers, it offers a broad choice for a quick visit in Barton.