The Jetty

The Jetty sits on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin in Kingston, in the middle of Canberra, combining a year-round café with a seasonal beer garden. Its lakeside position makes it a natural stop for people walking by the water, as well as anyone looking to sit with a coffee and something small to eat.

The café serves Veneziano Roasters coffee daily, alongside Sonoma pastries and other local favourites. The website describes the food as bites to eat rather than a full dining experience, making the café suited to a casual visit or a quick lakeside break. The venue also lists a Fricken Chicken offering and drinks menus online.

From Friday to Sunday, the beer garden is open from 11am to 5pm, offering drinks, food and live music with views across the lake. It is the more social side of The Jetty, while the café provides a quieter year-round option. With its combination of coffee, pastries, casual food, drinks and a waterfront setting, The Jetty suits lake walkers, solo visitors and small groups looking for an easy stop in Canberra.