Best Lunch Restaurants in Watson

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BelconnenGungahlin districtInner NorthInner SouthMolonglo ValleyPialligo

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AinslieArandaBartonBelconnen Town CenterBraddonBraidwood

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for fine wines

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46 restaurants available nearby

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1. REBEL REBEL

4.8

Exceptional(1376)

$$$$

• Modern Australian • Canberra City

Booked 17 times today

REBEL REBEL is a casual eatery, wine bar and bottle shop in Newacton

2. Lazy Su

4.3

Awesome(1351)

$$$$

• Asian • Braddon

Booked 20 times today

Lazy Su is distinctly Asian; it's fast, loud, rebellious, upbeat and confident. Inspired from a mashup of retro 80's American-Japanese-Korean pop culture, Asian eating houses and hawker vendors, food and drink are served up express and designed to be shared.Lazy-Su holds a number of tables for casual walk-ins for all nights of the week, so if your requested time is not available, pop in and see us. Please note, there may be a wait for tables on weekends and during busy service periods.For our current menu please head to https://lazy-su.com.au/eat**All bookings have a maximum two hour seating allocation**BYO is not available**Cakeage $3pp available on request at time of booking only

3. The Italian Place

4.7

Exceptional(42)

$$$$

• Italian • Braddon

Booked 3 times today

The Italian Place Enoteca is an authentic Italian restaurant in Braddon, Canberra, open for lunch and dinner.Enjoy our Express Lunch ($39pp) or dine from our à la carte menu, featuring fresh handmade pasta, seafood favourites and seasonal Italian dishes.In the evening, experience our full à la carte offering or discover our Taste of Italy — a curated 3-course dining experience ($69.99pp), perfect for relaxed dinners, special occasions and group dining.Pair your meal with a carefully selected range of Italian wines and enjoy warm, genuine hospitality in a welcoming setting.Limited tables available — bookings highly recommended.

4. Briscola Italian

4.6

Exceptional(631)

$$$$

• Italian • Canberra City

Booked 8 times today

Since 2010, Briscola has firmly established itself on the Canberra food scene and is arguably this town's most popular Italian restaurant. Now with a newly refurbished venue, it offers an unpretentious yet stylish approach to an authentic Italian dining experience.At the forefront it’s about the food: simple, wholesome and traditional without being old fashioned. The “old fashioned” is evident in the service with Gianni and his incredible staff focusing on giving the diner a charming experience.What sets it apart is how they transport you to Italy. Start with an aperitivo to open the palate, enjoy a local or Italian wine varietal and finish with a soothing digestive.Briscola is situated conveniently in the heart of the city near hotels and public transport.Sit inside or alfresco, Briscola seems to suit anyone… families, young couples, group functions and corporate luncheons. You can walk-in, but please book, it gets busy!

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5. Such and Such Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(25)

$$$$

• Modern Australian • Canberra City

Booked 11 times today

Established in 2022 Such and Such is inspired by our love for art, design, restaurants and wine bars. Most of all it's about authentic, real hospitality. We offer exciting, seasonal dishes and beverages to suit any occasion from a casual lunch to a celebratory dinner.If you like control, dine a la carte. Perhaps you don’t want to think? We offer three share style set menus including a pre theatre option.The menu is an eclectic mix of snacks, share plates and intriguing desserts influenced by friendly gatherings, quality produce and cuisines from around the world.Our cocktail and non alcoholic program uses products from growers we admire as well as ingredients that would otherwise be considered water.Our wine list is a highlight. If you are keen on drinking a bottle, a glass, or more you can select from the 500+ bottle list featuring our favourite producers from near and far with styles ranging from wacky and wild to restrained and elegant. Most of all they are delicious.

6. China Tea Club

4.1

Excellent(3)

$$$$

• Chinese • Lyneham

Chinese food is known for cooking many staples of foods such as noodles, vegetables, rice, seasonings and sauces. China Tea Club offers a diverse mix of Chinese dishes that you can choose from. We are located at 7 Montford Cres, Lyneham ACT, and we offer pickup, delivery and dine in services for all days except Sundays. Our wide range of specialties includes entrée, vegetarian, Laksa with Vermicelli, rice, chow mein, chef’s favourites, sauces, omelette, soups and drinks. We recommend some of our chef’s favourites, which include the Shan-Tung Crispy Skin Chicken, Beef Fillets with Spicy Kung Po Sauce, Ground Chicken Breast with Snowpeas & Snappeas in XO Chilli Sauce. For more of our menu, click on the order online button now.

7. Chop Chop

4.3

Awesome(27)

$$$$

• Japanese • Canberra City

Booked 5 times today

Discover a world of flavours at Chop Chop. Immerse yourself in the harmony of traditional Japanese ingredients infused with contemporary twists.

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8. Atrium Bar And Restaurant

4.0

Excellent(95)

$$$$

• Australian • Dickson

Booked 3 times today

Start and end your day at Atrium Restaurant & Bar, set amongst our warm and inviting tropical garden atrium. Open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner & just minutes from the CBD and Dickson. Whether it's a special occasion or you just want to get out of the house; let us offer you an experience.With an all day bar menu featuring dishes to share, salads, burgers, pizzas and other mains...plus don’t forget dessert, we’ve got you covered, whatever you feel; or try our A la carte dishes in Atrium Restaurant itself with produce sourced from our own independent local farm.There’s no better way to unwind than with a drink in hand, surrounded by lush greenery at the Atrium Bar for Happy Hour; Monday to Friday 4pm - 6pm. Sample one of our signature cocktails or selection of regional wine.

9. Pilot

4.7

Exceptional(18)

$$$$

• Modern Australian • Ainslie

Booked 6 times today

Pilot is a restaurant that is truly us. Mal, Dash and Ross opened the venue with naive ambition in 2018.Hosting a 24 seat dining room and small outdoor area we are located at the back of the local shops in Ainslie, Canberra. We have chosen to offer a tasting menu to all guests. The menus created by Malcolm Hanslow and Syed Rashid are inspired by our experiences, the people we have met and worked with and nostalgic dishes from times past.Most of all it is about our love for food, fun and great hospitality.Our entire beverage list by Kane Nelson is all Australian. It includes wine, beer, spirits, aperitifs and amari. Thursday evenings we allow BYO with all corkage sales going to a chosen organisation for the month. Our non alcoholic and cocktail program created by Tom Opie uses native ingredients, local produce and ingredients that would otherwise be considered waste. We also offer three optional pairings to accompany the tasting menus.

10. CURIOSA Wine Bar

4.5

Awesome(197)

$$$$

• Wine Bar • Canberra City

Booked 3 times today

Step into Curiosa, a warm Italian wine bar built around atmosphere, conversation and discovery.Inspired by neighbourhood enotecas, Curiosa is a place to drop in for a glass, share a few plates, follow a recommendation, and discover something new along the way.Wine sits at the heart of the experience, supported by a simple, generous menu designed for grazing, sharing and lingering.Curiosa is about good wine, good food and the feeling of finding somewhere you want to return to.

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M
Mark
Canberra •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 6, 2026
Great food and nice atmosphere for a birthday celebration
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The Italian Place$$$$• Italian• Braddon
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4.7
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Zoey
Canberra •1 review
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2026
Loved it - suitable for any occasion. Great service too.
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Briscola Italian$$$$• Italian• Canberra City
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4.6
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Mike
Canberra •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 9, 2026
Not fancy, but a refined casual experience that you can bring a date or a group of mates to regularly! Food is phenomenal, both in taste and value for money. Real food from real people. Service was exceptional as well, the waiting staff are really friendly and deal with any requests gracefully!
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Ethiopian On Northbourne - Restaurant and Bar$$$$• Ethiopian• Canberra City
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4.7
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Narelle
Canberra •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 30, 2026
We are regulars to Chop Chop. As always everything was excellent. Thanks to the full team. See you all again soon.
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Chop Chop$$$$• Japanese• Canberra City
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4.3
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Victorian
Canberra •1 review
4.0
Dined on Oct 3, 2022
Food was beautiful and fresh. We ordered one dish that we found too sweet but everything else was great. We were the only ones there so service was perfect
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China Tea Club$$$$• Chinese• Lyneham
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4.1

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