
EQ Cafe & Restaurant | Gungahlin
A well-regarded cafe and restaurant at Gungahlin in Canberra with a 4.1 rating across 311 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
EQ Cafe & Restaurant in Gungahlin is a neighbourhood café and casual dining venue serving specialty coffee alongside breakfast, brunch and lunch. The café also has a bakehouse offering cakes and pastries, with takeaway coffee available for commuters, local workers and anyone passing through the town centre. Its menu extends beyond daytime café fare: the venue’s FAQ says Gungahlin serves dinner, including pizza, pasta and a selection of wine.
The location is Unit 1/35 Hinder Street, around a two-minute walk from the Gungahlin light rail terminal, making it a practical stop for a pre-commute coffee or a meal after work. Inside, the venue is described as a spacious, modern yet cosy café of approximately 300 square metres, with room for larger groups as well as smaller catch-ups. Indoor seating, easy pram access and a family-friendly setting make it suitable for families, while the relaxed atmosphere also fits casual brunch dates, solo coffee stops and informal meetings.
There is a broad range of occasions covered here. Alongside everyday coffees, brunches and casual meals, EQ Gungahlin offers table bookings, catering, functions and made-to-order cakes. Catering enquiries can be made for corporate events or personal occasions, with options including morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea. The venue also highlights halal-friendly choices, including Mandi and Shish Tawook, catering to a wider range of dining needs. With its combination of café staples, baked treats, evening dining and generous indoor space, EQ is set up for both quick visits and longer meals in Gungahlin.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 07:30 – 15:30
- TuesdayToday
- 07:30 – 15:30
- Wednesday
- 07:30 – 15:30
- Thursday
- 07:30 – 15:30
- Friday
- 07:30 – 15:30
- Saturday
- 07:30 – 15:30
- Sunday
- 07:30 – 15:30
Menu
View the latest menu directly from the venue.
Open menuSpot Score
- Reputation
- 63
- Popularity
- 76
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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