Canberra has great cosy winter dining options. Image: Bar Rochford by Visit Canberra.
02 July 2026
In brief:
- This story lists local eateries that are great for winter dining.
- The list includes restaurants that have fireplaces.
- This list includes restaurants that serve roasts and speciality winter drinks
The Alby, Woden
Indulge in something delicious beside the central fireplace in The Alby’s dining area.
You could also keep the heart pumping with some bowling, pinball or pool in the Games Basement.
Bar Rochford, Canberra City
This stylish bar and dining spot is in the Melbourne Building.
It’s small and intimate. And with its cosy fireplace, it’s a great spot for after-work dining in winter.
Beltana Farm, Pialligo
Located in Pialligo, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, Beltana Farm offers a perfect winter escape.
With its rustic but elegant vibe, visitors can relax by a two-sided fireplace.
Café Stepping Stone, Strathnairn
Snuggle up next to the open fire at this community-driven vegetarian café, located at Strathnairn Arts.
The all-day menu includes a warming red curry, mushroom pie and a selection of baked goods.
Capital Brewing Co., Fyshwick
This local brewery has all the perfect winter comforts – hearty burgers, great beverages and a fireplace pumping out the heat.
It’s the perfect spot to escape the cold weather.
Capital Brewing Co. by Tourism Australia
Capitol Bar and Grill, QT Hotel, New Acton
Whether you’re enjoying a stay at QT or having a bite to eat at Capitol Bar and Grill, the modern fireplace in the bar area creates the perfect date night ambience.
The Duxton, O’Connor
This gastro pub located at O’Connor shops offers a roast every Sunday, in addition to the regular menu.
It has a family-friendly atmosphere, as well as your local pub vibe.
Edgars Inn, Ainslie
This cosy pub at Ainslie shops offers the perfect winter special every Sunday from 12pm.
For $27, enjoy a roast served with sides and a house beer, wine or soft drink. Call ahead if you’d like to know which meat is being served on the day.
The George Harcourt, Gold Creek
This great old English-style pub has it all. Great food, beers and ambience - with regular live music and a crackling fire.
Between Tuesday and Sunday throughout July, you can enjoy a Christmas in July lunch or dinner special – either two or three courses. There’s also mulled wine and cider available.
Highroad, Dickson
Indulge in seasonal and speciality drinks at Highroad this Canberra winter.
Be sure to try the Ona cappuccino, complete with hazelnut creme, espresso syrup, vanilla creme and almond and orange biscotto.
King O’Malley’s, Canberra City
This Irish pub in the city centre is a great place to hide from the cold.
Enjoy traditional pub food, live music and a crackling fire.
Monster Kitchen and Bar, New Acton
This modern restaurant offers contemporary cuisine and features a fireplace to set the perfect tone for a winter date night.
Desserts we have our eye on this winter include the ginger date pudding and rhubarb, rosemary and mandarin crumble.
Old Canberra Inn, Lyneham
This old rustic pub is the perfect place to cosy up this winter.
Enjoy great comfort food like dill and beer battered fish and chips, paired with a mulled wine by the fireplace.
Public, Manuka
This modern pub at Manuka shops offers a roast every Sunday. This is in addition to the regular winter menu – think slow braises, good wine and a cosy fireplace.
There are also outdoor gas heaters if you choose to brave an outdoor table.
Pulp Book Cafe, Nicholls
You’ll find this cosy bookstore café in Federation Square, Gold Creek. Come to indulge in all the good things: books, blankets, an open fire and good coffee.
Pulp opens for dinner on Fridays, serving up warming dishes like bangers and mash, braised beef cheeks and a shared cheese board.
Rose Cottage, Gilmore
The heritage-listed Rose Cottage is one of Canberra’s oldest hospitality venues.
Its huge indoor open fireplace takes the chill off those winter days and nights. A menu replete with comfort food is sure to warm you further still.
Two Before Ten, Greenway
One of the best things about this Tuggeranong café is its cosy loft area, complete with inviting armchairs.
Head upstairs and settle in to read or chat.
Walt and Burley, Kingston
Grab a prime position in front of the fireplace at this lakeside gastro pub.
Indulge in pub classics like sausages, mash and gravy, or share one of their cheeseboards.
Walt and Burley by Visit Canberra.
Wineries throughout the region
From award-winning wines to cosy fireside dining, the ACT wine region knows how to warm up winter.
The following venues boast roaring fires and are ideal for a long lunch:
- Heywood by Nick O'Leary, Wallaroo
- Poachers Pantry, Hall
- Brindabella Hills Winery, Wallaroo
- Four Winds Vineyard, Murrumbateman.
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