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Eat Canberra Food Tours

• Experience a diverse range of cuisines including Japanese, Thai, Italian, and more
• Knowledgeable and friendly hosts provide insights into Canberra's food scene
• Discover hidden eateries and secret spots in Braddon

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Know before you go.

• Book in advance as tours may fill up quickly due to popularity
• Come hungry as there is plenty of food provided throughout the tour
• Wear comfortable shoes for walking between different food venues
• Consider taking the Sweet Tooth Tour if you have a preference for desserts

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Eat Canberra Food Tours

Eat Canberra started as an online food and travel publication that covers everything food and travel related in Canberra and beyond. Now they host food events and walking food tours in Canberra.

Discover some of the best eats and hidden gems in the nation's capital on a food tour. The team at Eat Canberra Food Tours aim to offer a relaxed and enjoyable day out with plenty of background on the food you'll eat and the places you'll eat at.

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We had a group of 13 experience an eat Canberra food tour in June and we all thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. We had the best guide, Dane who was lots of fun and extremely knowledgeable sharing lots of...

“We all throughly enjoyed the food tour and our guide Dane was awesome!!!”

The food tour we went on in June was a fantastic experience! The food was delicious and the tour was well paced and we never felt rushed. Our guide Dane was brilliant and was extremely knowledgeable...

“How on earth did I fit all that food in, I have no idea!”

We had a fabulous day - our guide Dane was terrific and the group of like-minded foodies were wonderful company. The food was terrific - I was sufficiently full after our first venue, so have no...

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I found the perfect food tour in Berlin

Berlin’s culinary scene is booming. A food tour is a great way to sample it.

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Just 10 minutes into my Fork & Walk Tour of Berlin with guide Holger Linde-Margalit and we’re standing in what’s known as the David Hasselhoff Museum – a small hallway filled with “The Hoff” memorabilia in the basement of The Circus Hostel.

Viral clip featuring a hamburger aside, Hasselhoff has little to do with food, but Holger has made it clear his tours are just as much about the history and culture of his native city – well, that and catering to his clientele.

“It seemed obvious that you would appreciate this,” he says as we gaze approvingly at a large Hoff mural.

Holger is certainly in the right industry. While he insists there was no local culinary scene as little as 10 years ago, it’s now booming thanks to the city’s relative affordability and its reputation for fostering creativity.

It seems Fork & Walk Tours Berlin – established in 2016 by former Melburnian Dov Selby – couldn’t have been launched at a better time. Its dedicated food tours range from the bestselling Evening Food Tour, which takes in the immigrant food scene of Kreuzberg, to a Vegan Food Tour. I’m on a Private Food Tour, a six-hour circuit which Holger is gearing around my interests (hence Hasselhoff).

Holger suggests we begin the tasting component with a solid sugar hit at Croissant Couture, a minimalist bakery specialising in vegan croissants and plant milk – the perfect spotlight on Berlin’s burgeoning plant-based movement. It opened to queues down the street when it launched four months ago, but he’s is thrilled to report we’ll be able to get a table.

“Trust me,” he says as we make quick work of the salted caramel and vanilla bean cream-filled croissant. “You are going to need the energy for the rest of the tour.”

He isn’t kidding. Walking past buildings coated in graffiti, we do the rounds from W The Imbiss, a tiny eatery that looks a little unsavoury from the outside but serves the most delicious naan pizzas, to currywurst in Ziervogel at a traditional eatery all decked out in lederhosen and cuckoo clocks. The fried sausage drowned in ketchup and curry powder is not to my taste, but I appreciate the one-to-five spice guide and the waiver required for those who opt for spice-level five.

Butchers and bakeries investigated, beer bought and consumed outside a convenience store, and a mixed plate of Tunisian sweets devoured, our final stop is Kanaan, run by Palestinian Jalil Dabit and Israeli Oz Ben David, mates who bonded in Germany over their shared love of their cuisine.

The menu is off-the-charts exceptional. There’s rolled aubergine with feta, baked pumpkin with pomegranate and shakshuka lasagne. It’s a solid representation of how food can bring people together. The perfect ending to the perfect food tour.

The writer travelled to Berlin with Scoot and through Europe with Eurail . 

How much does a Berlin food tour cost?

Tours at Fork & Walk Tours Berlin start from €70 (around $115) per person. 

What are the best restaurants in Berlin? 

Berlin has 23 Michelin restaurants, including Horváth and Golvet, and the city is home to Berlin Food Week and eat! Berlin food festival.

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Everything you need to know about canberra. one destination., the best indian restaurants in canberra as voted by you.

Posted on 10 September, 2024

When it comes to good indian food, canberran’s don’t come to play..

In fact, it turns out that you’re all incredibly passionate about which restaurants are serving the best comforting curries, delicious dhal and moreish masala.

After asking our readers to vote, we’ve done the hard work and compiled the answers from this Facebook post to curate the best Indian restaurants in Canberra. Here they are.

Rama’s Fiji Indian Restaurant (Pearce) 

Coming in with the most votes is Rama’s Fiji Indian Restaurant and honestly? We’re not surprised. This beautiful family run business has been a staple of the Canberra community for years, and not only is the food delicious, but Minnie Guandar and her team are some of the nicest people around. 

You said it best when you commented “Ramas in Pearce … nothing else compares”, “Ramas Fijian Indian in Pearce- our favourite restaurant in Canberra!”, “Always Ramas!”, “Ramas in Pearce. Best Indian in cbr, possibly the best anywhere!!”, “+1 for Ramas! Minnie and the team are fantastic and food is always great”, “Ramas in Pearce. It’s been amazing for years” and “Rama’s in Pearce. Sublime. Book in advance.”

Spice Affair (Casey)

Located in Casey Market Town, at Spice Affair  you can taste a variety of dishes from different regions of India and you all loved shouting it out.

Described as “amazeballs” by one voter , I don’t we can add anything else that will eloquently describe this Indian restaurant. 

Taj Agra (Dickson and Belconnen)

With two locations in Canberra, this suggestion popped up multiple times. Bringing delicious northern Indian to Canberra for over 20 years, Taj Agra  has everything you could want to cure your cravings – from Tandoori Mushrooms to Beef Korma, Cheese and Garlic Naan, and Prawn Vindaloo

We’re hungry just writing about it…

Dum Dickson (Dickson)

According to one HC reader, Dum Dickson is the best Indian they’ve had in Canberra.

Choose form dishes packed full of a uthentic flavours, including Palak Paneer, Chicken 65, Onion Bhaji and Mango Kulfi for dessert!

Blu Ginger (City)

When you think of good Indian in Canberra, apparently our readers can’t go past Blu Ginger  in the city.

First established in Sydney in 2000, here the team only uses the freshest locally sourced produce, combined with authentic spices imported directly from the sub-continent, to offer classic, traditional recipes with a modern twist. Drawing upon the many culinary regions of India, the menu is modern and authentic. And from street food like Dhahi Mirchi Chaat to classic Railway Canteen Goat Curry, it’s no wonder it continues to be a local fave.

Tikka Take (City)

At this modern Indian restaurant, taste, texture, and aroma is king.  Tikka Take  is on a mission to share fresh, top quality, healthy, unprocessed, natural, nutritious and super tasty food and with an overflowing menu, you’re not stuck for choices.

From small nibbles and bites to Himalayan Dumplings, Dum Biryani, street food and more, there’s everything for every kind of foodie.

Taj Mahal Indian Restaurant (City)

Serving home-style Authentic Indian cuisine for over 50 years, the Taj Mahal Indian Restaurant  is located in the heart of the city.

Known and loved for its mouth watering beef, lamb, chicken, vegetable, tandoori and fish dishes, it’s no wonder this suggestion kept popping up as a local fave. As one commenter said “The Taj Mahal in the Melbourne building in civic is amazing and consistent, my dad has been taking us there for what feels like 40 years. Always amazing, great price, great service, have had many celebrations there.”

Amara (City)

Amara is a new Indian restaurant in Canberra’s dining scene, so we’re adding it in as our own suggestion.

Open for lunch and dinner, the team boasts over 25 years of experience in the kitchen – including involvement in one of Sydney’s finest Indian restaurants. The highlights? The Chicken MoMo, Bangalore Dosai, and Bhindi Dopiyaza all sound drool-worthy.

Darbar (Braddon)

Looking for a great Indian restaurant in Braddon? Darbar is delightful.

Serving authentic Chaats, Indo-Chinese offerings, a range of Dosa, Biryani’s and more, sit back, relax and enjoy your dining experience.

Yogi’s Kitchen (Barton)

Something of a hidden gem, this Indian restaurant serves authentic cuisine that doesn’t disappoint.

Open seven days a week in Barton, not only is the menu extensive at Yogi’s Kitchen  (it has everything you could want), but you’ll get bang for you bucket with loaded mains under $25.

Bollywood Masala (Kingston)

According to one commentor, when at Bollywood Masala in Kingston you need to “Order the house Dahl. It’s divine.” And honestly? Enough said.

But the gourmet Tandoor Naan with sundried tomatoes, paneer, cashew nuts, herbs and spices and the Avocardo Bhel also sound mouth-wateringly good…

Lakeside Gurkhas (Kingston)

Serving authentic Nepali and Indian cuisine by the Australian waterside, we haven’t been in this restaurant before, but now Lakeside Gurkhas is well and truly on our radar.

Located near The Dock, one look at the menu and we’re licking our lips.

Gravy N More (Kingston)

Along with traditional and classic Indian dishes, Gravy N More was one of the first restaurants in Canberra to introduce the pizzas with traditional Indian flavours, making it a must try.

Indian Tandoori Chicken, Chicken Tikka Masala, Butter Chicken Pizza, Paneer Tikka Masala are amongst the few to choose from and they all sound amazing.

7 by the Lake (Kingston)

From samosas to biryani, the menu at 7 by the Lake is a celebration of India’s culinary diversity.

Dig into some delicious dishes made with fresh and flavoursome ingredients.

Jewel of India (Manuka)

Looking for a date night location or somewhere to take the family? Book in for a delectable culinary experience at Jewel of India restaurant in Manuka.

Serving up tasty and homely food, the menu is familiar but the flavours are fantastic.

Indian Affair (Phillip)

One commentor says that Indian Affair has the best best butter chicken in town, which is a pretty big call. But one we’re willing to put to the test.

Serving up dishes crafted with traditional spices and served with warm hospitality, they’ve been s erving north Indian cuisine in Canberra for 25 years, making it a local institution. 

Brown Boyz Indian Restaurant (Isaacs)

Looking for authentic Biryani takeaway? Located in Isaacs, Brown Boyz Indian Restaurant is the place to go.

From a half Tandoori Chicken starter to Prawn Goan Curry, thank us later.

Masala Hut (Weston)

Good food and good service, what more could you want? Masala Hut in Weston is small, but it’s popular with locals for a reason.

Classic Indian Restaurant (Weston)

Hidden in Cooleman Court, our readers say you should go to Classic Indian Restaurant for their couples deal.

Available at lunch and dinner for $61.95 you can get two Samosa’s, two Chicken Tikka’s, two curries of choice, two servings of rice, two servings of Garlic Naan and two cans of soft drink. And in this economy? It sounds like the perfect date-night deal.

Spicy Tadka (Tuggeranong)

A “celebration of India’s diversity” is how Spicy Tadka in Tuggeranong describes themselves.

Armed with traditional recipes, from comforting curries to fragrant biryanis, there’s something that will tickle your tastebuds,

Chalisa Indian Restaurant (Tuggeranong)

Proudly family owned and operated, Chalisa Indian Restaurant has been serving authentic Indian cuisine to their customers for over 20 years.

Choose from their Chalisa Chaat Menu (Indian Street Food) or their Dine-In Menu to try this local institution for yourself.

Indian Grill (Tuggeranong)

Another delicious suggestion, Indian Grill in Greenway is great for locals looking for good Indian.

Eat your way through a selection of goat, chicken, seafood, and vegetarian main courses, and keep your eye out for their food deals!

Barbeque Nation (Erindale)

You won’t leave here hungry.  Barbeque Nation in Erindale has an overflowing menu, with something for very kind of dietary requirement.

Grab yourself a mango lassi, and dig into Eggplant Masala, Spicy Prawn Curry, Rogan Josh and more.

Punjabi Hut (Queanbeyan, Erindale and Manuka)

With two locations in Canberra and one just across the boarder, Punjabi Hut  serves a mix traditional and north Indian cuisine that will leave you drooling. 

Focusing on Punjabi food dishes, from Tandoori kebabs to kormas, simple choose which venue you’d like to visit and go. 

Mirchi (Ngunnawal)

Traditional Indian dishes in a sleek setting. That’s the vibe of Mirchi .

Opening in 2008, this restaurant is popular amongst Gungahlin residents and serves delicacies from northern India with few dishes from southern India as well.

Delhi to Canberra (Melba)

You think Delhi to Canberra in Melba is one of the best.

Hidden just a short drive from the Melba shops, this suburban gem is a go-to for many locals in the area. Serving wholesome Indian and Punjabi food, you won’t be stuck for choice.

Dawat-e-Punjab Indian Restaurant (Holt)

Described as underrated but oh-so-good, Dawat-e-Punjab Indian Restaurant is another one of your go-to restaurants for authentic Indian takeaway.

Also described as “Outstanding, always.” by another commentor, this is your sign to go.

AaoJee (Amaroo)

Featuring a wide variety of traditional Indian dishes with some modern twists, there’s something for everyone at  AaoJee .

Using the finest spices and herbs, while the mains sound great, take some time to peruse the dessert menu. You’ll thank us.

Chatkazz (Gungahlin)

In Gunners but don’t know where to go?  Chatkazz is there to bring some spice to your life.

Located inside the the Marketplace Gungahlin Shopping Centre, they promise a unique gastronomic adventure.

NH8 Restaurant (Gungahlin)

Another one for Gungahlin locals, NH8  is named after  India’s National Highway 8, running 1400kms long from Delhi to Mumbai.

Wondering how it lives up to it’s namesake? It transports your tastebuds across India with each bite.

Indian Bay Restaurant (Belconnen)

Offering a range of options for everyone (including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free foodies),  Indian Bay Restaurant in Belco is the place for a bite.

Extra hungry? We recommend looking at the Banquets option. Ranging from $35.90 to $44.90, it’s bang for your buck.

Royal Turban (Queanbeyan)

All about celebrating traditional Indian cuisine, this is your excuse for a little road trip.

The food at  Royal Turban is authentic, with a menu designed to reflect culinary traditions centuries old. Sounds good, right?

Spice Bar Indian Restaurant (Oaks Estate)

Just 20 minutes from the CBD, according to our readers, the  Spice Bar Indian Restaurant Oaks Estate is ‘a hidden gem and the chef is outstanding.’

And with an lunchtime ‘All You Can eat Buffet’ available for $23.99 (adults) or $13.99 (kids), Tuesday through to Sunday, run…don’t walk.

Kohlis Waterfront Indian Restaurant (Batemans Bay)

Willing to travel for good food? We’re told that Kohlis Waterfront Indian Restaurant  in Batemans Bay is worth the drive. And we’ll take any excuse for a road trip.

Feature image: Rama’s. Credit: Andrew Ly. 

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