#1
Roy Jr.
Read 351 reviewsReputation score: 96/100
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2026 rankings ACT
10 Best Cafes
in Canberra CBD
Compare the top 10 cafes in Canberra CBD, ranked by Google reviews and business profile details.
Collected 26 September 2026 · 2,523 reported Google reviews across 10 businesses
See the 10 listings ↓Top 10 Cafes in Canberra CBD, ACT
1–10 of 10The shortlist
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, Roy Jr. (4.6 stars from 351 Google reviews), Smith's Alternative (4.5 stars from 886 Google reviews) and Superfine Cafe (4.7 stars from 121 Google reviews) lead LocalLocal's Canberra CBD cafes ranking.
The score describes the public review record. Read recent reviews and confirm the job with the business before booking.
#2
Smith's Alternative
Read 886 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#3
Superfine Cafe
Read 121 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
Unit 6/64 Northbourne Ave, Canberra Australian Capital Territory 2601
0423 888 673superfinecafe.com.au#4
Caffe Cherry Beans - Civic
Read 310 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
Shop DF20/ level 1/148 Bunda St, Canberra Australian Capital Territory 2601
(02) 6113 0339canberracentre.qicre.com#5
Redbrick Coffee City
Read 254 reviewsReputation score: 85/100
Shop 1/1 Constitution Ave, Canberra Australian Capital Territory 2601
redbrickcoffee.shop#6
The Glasshouse Cafe
Read 180 reviewsReputation score: 85/100
#7
Folks Gallery
Read 303 reviewsReputation score: 83/100
6 Cape St, Dickson Australian Capital Territory 2602
Contact details not supplied
#8
EightyTwenty Canberra | Mort St - Express Cafe
Read 22 reviewsReputation score: 80/100
#9
Artisan Canberra Cafe
Read 41 reviewsReputation score: 78/100
Ground Floor Shop 1/121 Marcus Clarke St, Canberra Australian Capital Territory 2601
0485 591 681artisancafe.com.au#10
Centro Cafe
Read 55 reviewsReputation score: 76/100
Shop 40/148 Bunda St, Canberra Australian Capital Territory 2601
centrocafe.com.auShowing 10 of 10 businesses. This ranking covers our Canberra CBD listings. This is not a complete census. How we rank them →
What the numbers say about cafes in Canberra CBD
LocalLocal's Canberra CBD capture includes 10 cafes with 2,523 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.6 stars, backed by a median of 217 reviews.
A high average means more when plenty of people have contributed. Open the Google review link on a listing to check recent feedback about work like yours. Contact the business to confirm it serves your address.
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Questions about cafes in Canberra CBD and the evidence behind this list.
Who leads LocalLocal's Canberra CBD cafes ranking?
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, the highest-scoring businesses are Roy Jr. (4.6 stars from 351 Google reviews); Smith's Alternative (4.5 stars from 886 Google reviews); Superfine Cafe (4.7 stars from 121 Google reviews). These positions describe our captured review record, not a guarantee about the work.
How are cafes in Canberra CBD ranked?
LocalLocal's score gives up to 50 points for rating quality, 30 for review volume and 20 for available profile details. Equal scores are ordered by star rating, then review count, then a stable business identifier. The method is published on our methodology page.
What does the review record look like for cafes in Canberra CBD?
The 10 cafes captured for Canberra CBD hold 2,523 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.6 stars and the median review count is 217. These figures describe our sample, not every local business.
What should I check before booking?
Confirm that the business serves your address and handles your type of work. Read recent Google reviews, ask about any relevant licences or registration, and get the scope and charges in writing.
How current are these details?
The listings were collected 26 September 2026. This is a dated snapshot, not a live Google feed. Confirm current hours, availability and pricing with the business.
Can a business update its listing?
Yes. Open the business profile and select Update details. Explain the correction and include a public source. Correction and removal requests are reviewed before the record changes.