Bookplate - Canberra

Healthy, Cafe, Australian

Bookplate

Bookplate
3.7 / 5 (2963 reviews)

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Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Jessie

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★ 3.7 / 5 from 2963 reviews
jessie-li-1
03.02.2024

This restaurant is a must-visit while you're in Canberra! Located in the National Library, it features an outdoor area with stunning views and is perfect for families. The staff are friendly, the seating is comfortable, and the food is great. Overall, it's a relaxed and peaceful spot to enjoy a meal.

jianierrrrrr
03.02.2024

This café is tucked away in the National Library and is quite popular among both locals and tourists. I really enjoyed the decor, especially the large, colorful stained glass windows and the beautifully designed bench with the café's name. It felt a bit strange to order our drinks and food at the counter, but perhaps that's more efficient. We didn't have the opportunity to try their brunch menu, but the coffee and carrot cake we did have were quite good. It seems like a wonderful spot to relax, enjoy a nice brunch with friends, and soak in the pleasant atmosphere.

lucianna-guo-cactus0
03.02.2024

The view for brunch is amazing. The portions are generous, and the wagyu burger was really delicious. It's wonderful to sit outside for lunch and soak in the beautiful scenery and pleasant summer weather.

renee
03.02.2024

What a stunning outdoor dining area on a sunny day. Stopped here for lunch before leaving Canberra, it was beautiful and sunny, service was fast and my meal was fresh and delicious. Topped it off with an amazing refreshing Watermint drink, icing on the cake!

brisvegustation
03.02.2024

Nice setting beside a wall of stained glass windows. Sign said wait to be seated but I stood around for some time before anyone paid me attention, and I noticed another diner who came later help themselves to a seat. Place is counter service, with self service water available. Ordered a chicken chimichanga (fried burrito) and it came out within about 5 minutes! Pretty happy with the meal, happy to revisit if I ever find myself in the area again.

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