formerly Bolt Bar
A stylish, dimly lit neighbourhood wine bar operating out of the architectural, mid-century Aranda shopping block. The establishment places an intense focus on strict regional sustainability, drawing ingredients directly from its own surrounding multi-tiered urban farm courtyard, beehives, and fruit orchards. It is highly celebrated for its curated list of boutique Canberra-district wines, local independent craft taps, and seasonal share-style grazing plates.
Tue–Thu 4–9PM, Fri–Sun 2–9PM (closed Mon)·Small plates $14–24, local wines from $11
The birthplace of a legendary local roastery empire. This ultra-sustainable suburban flagship features its own massive, multi-tiered kitchen garden, active beehives, and mushroom-growing grow-rooms on-site, ensuring maximum freshness for its seasonal menu. Known for incredibly consistent house-roasted coffees, famous loaded avocado toasts, and a bustling community courtyard vibe. Highly family and dog-friendly.
Mon–Fri 7AM–4PM, Sat Sun 8AM–4PM·Mains $16–25
A world-renowned, highly specialized independent bookstore. It deals extensively in new, second-hand, out-of-print, and ancient rare books and academic texts covering the entire Asian continent. The staff are exceptionally knowledgeable research experts.
Tue–Fri 10AM–5:30PM, Sat 10AM–5PM (closed Sun Mon)
An old-school, spacious neighbourhood institution hidden just outside the main Jamison shopping block. Highly celebrated by locals for its traditional Chinese comfort food and lively weekend push-cart Yum Cha service. The regular menu features extensive Cantonese and Szechuan-style staples, with standout dishes including crispy shredded Peking beef, three-cup chicken, and honey king prawns. Outfitted with large round tables and traditional lazy Susans, the dining room is a major hub for multi-generational family gatherings. Bookings are highly recommended on weekends.
Tue–Sun noon–2PM, 4:30–9PM, Weekend Yum Cha: Sat Sun noon–2PM (closed Mon)·Mains $22–38, Yum Cha plates from $8