Highroad

Highroad is an all-day café and restaurant on Woolley Street in Dickson, offering contemporary dining in a modern setting. Its approach centres on specialty coffee, locally sourced food and wine, and a curated menu that shifts comfortably from daytime café visits to dinner. The website’s media coverage also describes a European bistro-style classic menu for evening dining, although individual dishes are not listed.

Coffee is a particular focus, with Highroad serving Ona Coffee. Ona is a Canberra specialty coffee company known for its work with Project Origin, which develops direct-trade relationships with coffee farmers and producers. The company was founded and is directed by 2015 World Barista Champion Sasa Sestic, giving the coffee offering a clear local connection and a strong focus on the journey from crop to cup.

The space is designed around Canberra’s landscape, combining raw and refined elements with an emphasis on making the venue feel welcoming and connected to the local community. It occupies a high-ceilinged corner shop in Dickson, according to coverage featured on the site. Highroad’s all-day format makes it suitable for a morning coffee, a relaxed meal or an evening booking, while private functions and group events are catered for from 12 guests. Group and event bookings require contact with the bookings team and at least seven days’ notice is recommended.