Best restaurants near me in Parkes, Australia

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55 restaurants available nearby

1. Portrait Cafe

4.1

Excellent(26)

££££Price: Moderate

• Cafe Dining • Parkes

Booked 1 time today

Located within the National Portrait Gallery, Portrait Cafe is the perfect location to rest and rejuvenate in between exploring some of Australia's most renowned artwork. This beautiful light-filled space with an expansive terrace, offers a casual dining experience in a relaxed environment serving a selection of dishes suitable for all-day dining. The food is fresh, homemade where possible and features seasonal produce from local community-focused producers. There is a broad selection of home-baked pastries, cakes, snacks, freshly made salads and sandwiches complemented by a selection of coffee, soft drinks, wine and beer.

2. Waters Edge

new

4.4

Awesome(8)

££££Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Parkes

Water’s edge is one Canberra’s most respected restaurants situated in a lovely position with water views right on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin. Water’s edge continues to flourish providing an exquisite menu to their patrons. The interior is simply this: luxury executed with the restraint that accompanies the impeccable taste. The high ceilings, clean tones, plush chairs and white linen tables invite you to sit back and truly embrace the dining experience. The comfortable level space boasts a lovely water views overlooking the lake. The service is professional, friendly and unobtrusive. An extended wine list has been carefully selected to complement the culinary style; ensuring a beautiful crafted food and wine experience.

3. REBEL REBEL

4.8

Exceptional(1256)

££££Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Canberra City

Booked 25 times today

REBEL REBEL is a casual eatery, wine bar and bottle shop in Newacton

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4. Monster Kitchen & Bar

4.1

Excellent(1193)

££££Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Canberra City

Booked 5 times today

Monster Kitchen and Bar wanders through the ground floor of Ovolo Nishi, preoccupied with local and seasonal produce prepared for sharing. Where primal meets refined, and where taste knows no boundaries. Monster is a space where herbivores and carnivores alike can share a meal together without compromise. The menu is a celebration of bold flavours and strikes a harmonious balance between carefully curated, locally source meats produced alongside years of plant-based expertise. With a dedicated vegetarian or omnivore set menu and dishes designed to shine as standalone or shared plates, Monster offers something for everyone. Monster Bar offers an elevated cocktail experience created with modern techniques, and flavours ever changing to highlight the season. Implementing our very own twist on the most iconic cocktails you’d only find in the best hotel bars around the world. Since layering the produce driven menu to hero key vegetables, the wine list has followed in similar suit.

5. Wilma

4.5

Awesome(58)

££££Price: Expensive

• Asian • Canberra City

WILMA - using primitive cooking methods with the very best Australian ingredients

6. The STHRN

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4.1

Excellent(8)

££££Price: Moderate

• Australian • Canberra City

Booked 12 times today

The Southern promises to breathe new life into the area as a vibrant and inviting pub, set to become a new favourite spot for sports, a good feed, and a lot of local entertainment – perfect for families and friends alike.

7. Chop Chop

4.4

Awesome(6)

££££Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Canberra City

Booked 3 times today

Discover a world of flavours at Chop Chop. Immerse yourself in the harmony of traditional Japanese ingredients infused with contemporary twists.

8. COMPA

4.5

Awesome(150)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Canberra City

Booked 5 times today

Step into COMPA, here the servings are generous andthe atmosphere is effortlessly sophisticated. It feelsinstantly familiar. Descending into the space is like givingan old friend a long overdue hug.For Matt Moran’s ACT debut - antipasto, pasta and charcoaldishes bring a touch of Tuscany to your table. As with allhis establishments, at the heart of his menu is qualityproduce that is fresh, seasonal and locally sourced.COMPA is built on a simple, often forgotten pairing: goodfood and good company.

9. Briscola Italian

4.8

Exceptional(537)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • Canberra City

Booked 11 times today

Since 2010, Briscola has firmly established itself on the Canberra food scene and is arguably this town's most popular Italian restaurant. Now with a newly refurbished venue, it offers an unpretentious yet stylish approach to an authentic Italian dining experience.At the forefront it’s about the food: simple, wholesome and traditional without being old fashioned. The “old fashioned” is evident in the service with Gianni and his incredible staff focusing on giving the diner a charming experience.What sets it apart is how they transport you to Italy. Start with an aperitivo to open the palate, enjoy a local or Italian wine varietal and finish with a soothing digestive.Briscola is situated conveniently in the heart of the city near hotels and public transport.Sit inside or alfresco, Briscola seems to suit anyone… families, young couples, group functions and corporate luncheons. You can walk-in, but please book, it gets busy!

A photo of Chifley's Bar & Grill restaurant

10. Chifley's Bar & Grill

3.9

Excellent(338)

££££Price: Expensive

• Australian • Barton

Booked 5 times today

Chifley’s Bar & Grill pays homage to the region’s wineries and boutique food producers with a seasonal, modern menu. Chef Saju Rajappan and his team cater to discerning travellers, diplomats, and businesspeople with classic but inventive dishes that are as delicious as they are gorgeous to look at.Steaks, seafood, chicken, and other dishes cooked on the grill are a speciality. The menu also features pasta, risotto, a wide range of vegetarian options, dishes designed for sharing, and tempting desserts. A wide range of local and international wines, cocktails, craft beers and ciders are available for your drinking pleasure.Chifley’s Bar & Grill is named after the 16th Prime Minister of Australia, Ben Chifley, who loved dining here and frequently enjoyed a tipple in the bar. In honour of his favourite drink, the whisky bar has a specially curated menu taking guests on a sensory journey of whiskies around the world.

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margaret
Canberra •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent food and service as ever. We relished mainly seafood and vegies - the oysters, tuna and watermelon, stracciatella, zucchini flowers, grilled sourdough and berry sorbet all superb. Both of us unable to drink your great wine last night and so we resorted to Grandma's hands, which we gather uses pomegranate based Grenadine.
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REBEL REBELPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Canberra City
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4.8
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Michelle
Canberra •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 Jan 2025
Great venue. Our food was delicious. The pizza bases are a perfect balance of not being too thick or thin. Great atmosphere as well. This is our second visit and we will definitely be back!
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The STHRNPrice: Moderate• Australian• Canberra City
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4.1
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Clare
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on 18 Jan 2025
Our waiter Cam was attentive and professional. We chose the ‘just feed me” option”. It’s was so tasty. We left overly satisfied and full.
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WilmaPrice: Expensive• Asian• Canberra City
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4.5
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TameraVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 Dec 2024
Amazing, we had the 5 course dinner with wine pairing and it was amazing
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Waters EdgePrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Parkes
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4.4
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Steve
Canberra •1 review
4.0
Dined on 14 Dec 2024
We sat outside looking towards the lake and the High Court building. Was a bit warm but sheltered from the sun. Food was served promptly and was very good.
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Portrait CafePrice: Moderate• Cafe Dining• Parkes
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4.1

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1. Portrait Cafe

2. Waters Edge

3. REBEL REBEL

4. Monster Kitchen & Bar

5. Wilma

6. The STHRN

7. Chop Chop

8. COMPA

9. Briscola Italian

10. Chifley's Bar & Grill

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