TRADIES CAFE AND BAR
A Fyshwick cafe and bar with a flawless 5.0 rating — a no-fuss local favourite in Canberra's industrial east.
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Why it's worth checking out
Tradies Cafe and Bar sits on Pirie Street in Fyshwick, the busy industrial and retail pocket on Canberra's eastern side. It's exactly the kind of honest, welcoming local the area runs on — a reliable spot for a coffee, a feed or a drink among the warehouses and trade businesses.
The appeal is in being unpretentious and dependable: a friendly cafe-and-bar that does the basics properly and looks after its regulars, whether they're tradies stopping in for breakfast or locals dropping by for a casual bite. In a part of Canberra better known for hardware than hospitality, a genuinely good local stands out.
A perfect 5.0 rating across more than 560 reviews is a remarkable result and a clear sign of consistent food and warm service. Menus, opening hours and offerings do change, and a busy local can fill up at peak times, so it's worth checking current details before a special trip — though for a casual coffee or a bite, you can generally just drop in and see why Fyshwick rates it so highly.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Good to know
- Located on Pirie Street in the Fyshwick industrial area
- Operates as both a cafe and bar
Best for
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 06:30 – 20:15
- TuesdayToday
- 06:30 – 20:15
- Wednesday
- 06:30 – 20:15
- Thursday
- 06:30 – 20:15
- Friday
- 06:30 – 20:15
- Saturday
- 08:00 – 20:15
- Sunday
- 08:15 – 16:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 98
- Popularity
- 83
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Tradies Cafe and Bar located?+
Tradies Cafe and Bar is located at 30 Pirie Street, Fyshwick ACT 2609, Australia.
What is the Google rating for Tradies Cafe and Bar?+
Tradies Cafe and Bar has a 5-star Google rating based on 566 reviews.
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