Where to find Bento Boxes in Canberra

One of our many favourite things about Japan is the range of high-quality bento boxes. There’s something very special about a selection of delicious Japanese dishes arranged neatly in a compartmented box that’s easily transportable.

Whether you’re looking for a takeaway to eat at your desk or a fine-dining version for a special occasion, Canberra has an abundance of Japanese restaurants so there’s a good variety to choose from. We’ve rounded up some of the best places that offer bento boxes in the nation’s capital.

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Where to find Mille Crepe Cake in Canberra

Alternating layers of delicate handmade crepes and fresh flavoured cream create a light, airy, elegant, and oh so delicious mille crepe cake. The crepe cake was invented in France back in the 1800s and is known as “gâteau de crêpes”, however the modern mille crepe cake is said to be created by Japanese pastry chef, Emy Wada. They’re handmade and usually consist of 25 layers so they not only look amazing, but they taste absolutely divine.

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Express lunch at Inka

Inka dishes up Nikkei-style food with elements of Peruvian food and Japanese food with cooking techniques from both cultures, in a stylish and dramatic two-storey restaurant adorned with South American design features.

Located in the heart of the city on Bunda St, Inka has impressed diners in Canberra with its unique Japanese and Peruvian fusions flavours since it opened in early 2021. If you haven’t visited yet, you’re missing out and their $45 express lunch might be just the thing to entice you to make a booking.

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Blue Eyes Bar & Lounge brings Hollywood glam to Garema Place

Canberra’s newest bar, Blue Eyes Bar & Lounge, opens their doors on Friday 11 November.

Inspired by the soulful songs of Frank Sinatra and old Hollywood bars, Blue Eyes’ opulent atmosphere will transport patrons to the glitz and glamour of the golden ages with plush velvet curtains, glittering chandeliers, intimate booths and a mini stage for live music.

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