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As the frost of winter begins to seep into our bones, it’s crucial to be able to warm up thoroughly—inside and out.
There are so many ways to keep yourself warm this winter in Canberra—you could stay inside where possible, rug up in a warm jacket (and three other layers underneath!), or you can enjoy a hearty meal beside a lit fireplace. Luckily for you, we’ve found 10+ places that offer the comforting warmth of a fire and a good meal.
Get ready to thaw those winter blues!
Bar Rochford (City)
Hidden away in the Melbourne Building, Bar Rochford has oodles of charm to keep you toasty. With an extensive wine list and a menu set to have you feasting like a king, bask in the warmth that both their fire and hospitality provide.
1st/65 London Circuit, Canberra City | barrochford.com
First Edition (City)
Toast to the good and the warm at First Edition! With a menu and a fireplace that boasts good times ahead, look no further for an enjoyable fireside meal.
Level 1/65 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra City | firsteditioncanberra.com
Monster Kitchen and Bar (New Acton)
Offering a unique experience through their refined vegetarian dining experience and extensive drinks menu, the atmosphere at the Monster Kitchen and Bar is all tied together with a gorgeous interior—including a large firepit.
Ground/25 Edinburgh Ave, Canberra City | monsterkitchenandbar
Parlour (New Acton)
Don’t let the winter chill keep you from your favourite restaurants. Elevate your experience and enjoy your favourite dish from Parlour with the bonus of their lit fireplace!
16 Kendall Lane, Canberra City | parlourdining.com
Braddon Merchant (Braddon)
Needing a warm brekky spot? Braddon Merchant has got you covered! Open for breakfast and dinner, this gorgeous little place will see you keep warm throughout the day.
1 Elouera Street, Braddon | braddonmerchant.com
RYE Café
Looking for something a little lighter? RYE Café offer brunch and lunch in the heart of Braddon accompanied by the warmth of a fire. Start your day off warm and ready with a coffee or meal here!
9 Lonsdale Street Braddon | www.ryecafe.com
Old Canberra Inn (Lyneham)
Built in 1857, the Old Canberra Inn is the oldest inn in all of Canberra—the building itself being even older than the city! Enjoy a little piece of history with your dinner and let old style charm and a roaring fireplace keep you snug.
195 Mouat Street, Lyneham | oldcanberrainn.com
Stonehouse Amaroo (Amaroo)
A family run pub that flaunts the cosy-vibes year-round, the Stonehouse at Amaroo is the perfect place to warm yourself up this winter! The fireplace is a central piece of the beauty of this establishment, meaning you’ll be enjoying its warmth and ambiance from anywhere.
Marquee, 12 Pioneer Street, Amaroo | stonehousepub.com
Ostani Bar (Barton)
Style and function collide in this beautiful space, with their large fireplace a gorgeous centerpiece. Indulge yourself in the warmth that the Ostani Bar in Barton offers at any time of the day.
Hotel Realm, 18 National Circuit, Barton | ostani.com
The Kingston Hotel (Kingston)
Warm timber furnishes and an even hotter fireplace keep the cosy vibes of the Kingston Hotel at the perfect temperature for an enjoyable meal this winter!
73 Canberra Avenue, Kingston | kingstonhotel.com
Walt & Burley (Kingston)
Not sure what you’re looking for? Walt & Burley offers it all—including a gorgeous fireplace! With delectable dishes and a lengthy drinks menu available, keep yourself warm and happy with a meal here.
70/17 Eastlake Parade, Kingston | waltandburley.com
Capital Brewing Co. (Fyshwick)
Fyshwick’s Capital Brewing Co. has got it all—Brodburger, locally brewed beer, and a fireplace. All the best ingredients to keep you warm and fuzzy this wintertime!
Building 3/1 Dairy Road, Fyshwick | capitalbrewing.co
Rose Cottage (Gilmore)
Another Canberra pub with a rich and complex history, the Rose Cottage boasts an atmosphere perfect for cuddling up with a hearty meal. Enjoy the hospitality that the character and a crackling fire this pub offers this winter!
1 Isabella Drive, Gilmore | rosecottagecanberra.com