Brodburger is beloved by many Canberrans for their shoestring chips. Image: Tourism Australian
22 June 2026
In brief:
- This article lists places in Canberra to get hot chips
- Locals voted for their favourite places to get chips on the We Are CBR Instagram account.
Hot chips are loved and cherished by many Canberrans.
Followers recently voted on the We Are CBR Instagram page for the best hot chips in Canberra.
Here are the results:
Mills and Grills, Florey
Popular with Belconnen residents, Mills and Grills is not your average takeaway shop.
Their so-called “Fat Chips” are beer-battered with a special house-seasoned salt.
Kingsley’s, various locations
The catch phrase says it all; “Unbelievable chicken, awesome chips”.
Whether you are new to Canberra or a local, we are almost certain you’ve heard how good Kingsley’s chips are. If you haven’t, why not check them out for yourself?
Brodburger, Fyshwick, Kingston and Tuggeranong
Cheesy chilli chips, cheesy chips or normal chips? Take your pick at Brodburger!
Best known for their burgers, you can’t go past Brodburger’s shoestring chips and a side of sauce.
Assembly, Braddon
Head on over to the ‘peoples pub’ and dive into a bowl of their hot chips.
Served with chipotle aioli, these jerk-spiced shoestring chips are perfect to share with your mates (or keep them to yourself, we won’t tell anyone).
Fricken, Braddon, Parkes and Tuggeranong
Chicken with a delicious serving of chips? Yes please!
Fricken is all about serving up fan-fave chicken and chips. So why not grab one of their signature boxes and see what all the hype is about.
The Old Canberra Inn, Lyneham
Want to eat your chips at one of Canberra’s oldest pubs? Head on over to the Old Canberra Inn.
Serving up hand-cut chips with a delicious roasted capsicum aioli, or sweet potato chips with aioli right in the heart of Lyneham.
Gang Gang, Downer
Food, drinks and music are found at Gang Gang café.
Eat your shoestring fries while listening to local Aussie artists and enjoy the amazing vibes.
Rebel Rebel, City
Who says you can’t eat a hot bowl of chips at a fine dining restaurant?!
Relax and enjoy the 50-seat dining room and the delicious food options available.
Let's Play Indoor Playground & Café, Nicholls
Let the kids burn off some energy while you sit back and enjoy some chippies.
Not only are there classic hot chips, they are also serving up loaded potato gems with cheese, bacon, aioli and gravy.
Café Injoy, Nicholls
Nestled in the heart of Gold Creek, Café Injoy is serving up Aussie classics.
Grab yourself a bowl of chips or wedges at this popular little café.
Greenhouse, City
Potato chips or sweet potato chips - what are you going to choose?
Either option at the Greenhouse café is going to be a good one! Just don’t forget to grab a delicious cup of coffee to go with it.
Ooshman, various locations
Chips in a wrap? Say less.
Served in their delicious manoosh, the Ooshman chips are fan favourites across both the ACT and NSW. You can also treat yourself to their ‘lebo fries’ that are tossed in garlic toum, lemon, chilli and coriander.
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