Roasted to Perfection: The Best Coffee in Canberra

Finding a good cup of coffee is a top priority whether you're a visitor keen to sample the city or you're a local looking for a new go-to spot. In excellent news, Canberra's burgeoning foodie scene is home to a whole heap of fab cafes serving up quality brews. And it's not just cafes contributing to the coffee scene either. The capital city also boasts some of the best roasters in the country, so you truly are spoilt for choice when it comes to coffee spots. 

Looking for the best coffee in Canberra? Start here. 

INTRA

On top of serving up top-tier coffee, Intra is open seven days a week, so you'll never have to go without again. Located in a relaxed corner of Campbell, it's an ideal spot to swing by of a morning or to settle in for a weekend brunch. If you're sitting in, consider indulging in their batch brew or pour over coffee or go all out with a coffee flight. And don't forget to sample one of their kimchi jaffles whilst you're at it. 

30/12 Provan Street, Campbell 

ONA Coffee House

Coffee lovers across Australia will recognise the ONA brand. Well, great news! ONA Coffee House is ONA's flagship cafe, attached to the ONA roastery and ready to serve you your dream brew. You'll be able to order any of their signature blends in-store and also snag a bag to take home should you fancy. 

68 Wollongong Street, Fyshwick 

Barrio Collective

Barrio is your dog-friendly neighbourhood coffee bar where you'll spot locals sipping their morning brew alongside the iconic #dogsofbarrio. Swing by for a quality coffee and a concise but delish menu of brunch favourites and pastries. 

59/30 Lonsdale Street, Braddon 

Highroad

A project by Canberra locals ONA coffee, Highroad is a great spot if you fancy sitting in to sip your coffee. The farm-to-table style menu pairs perfectly with their expert brews. Bonus points for the fun latter art! 

1 Woolley Street, Dickson 

Redbrick 

Redbrick are seriously dedicated to producing the best coffee in town. They put a lot into upholding positive relationships with their producers which you can learn more about here. And they're also passionate about ensuring anyone who buys their beans gets the best out of them by offering home barista courses. If you'd like to let Redbrick do the work for you, head into one of their three stores in Canberra and enjoy one of their four Redbrick coffee house blends. 

Fyshwick (Redbrick Roastery), Civic (ARC) and Curtin (Redbrick Curtin)  

The Cupping Room 

Another ONA special, The Cupping Room is a glorious greenery-filled space just waiting to be enjoyed. You can also feast on a yummy menu of brunch classics and stock up on beans for home whilst you're there. 

1/1-13 University Avenue, Canberra 

If you've already tasted your way through this edit of the best coffee in Canberra and are looking for other spots around the city to try, be sure to take a peek at our roundup of the best bars and the best Mexican restaurants in the city.