Poachers Pantry - Full Menu

The restaurant has a very pleasant atmosphere with a welcoming staff. There is ample parking available on-site, as well as designated areas for picnic packages.... read more The restaurant has a very pleasant atmosphere with a welcoming staff. There is ample parking available on-site, as well as designated areas for picnic packages. The food was delicious, but the portions for the 3-course meal were a bit small. The presentation of the beef ribs was not very visually appealing. Due to COVID, the interior spacing could be improved as we were seated closely to the table behind us. However, overall it was a positive experience and the staff were accommodating with providing high chairs for children.

The smoking masterclass with 3 course dinner was a divine experience of amazing food, engaging owners and a small group to make for a fun and pleasant evening.... read more The smoking masterclass with 3 course dinner was a divine experience of amazing food, engaging owners and a small group to make for a fun and pleasant evening. The meal started with a smoked scallop amuse bouche where we first saw the dinner party sized smoker in action, followed by some of Poachers own prosciutto paired with a smoked mozzarella, a few minutes more entertained with fillets of ocean trout smoked to perfection in front of us, finally rounded out by a smoked cream cheese cheesecake that delighted the palette. Matched wines (all Poachers own of course) rounded out a special meal. Worth the short drive out of Canberra, go as relaxed or dolled up as you like but go with an open mind to trying new flavours- you won't be disappointed. Because the restaurant was closed except for this group we had attentive but not hovering service and delightful conversation about the history of Poachers Pantry and the many and varied experiments with smoking over time.