About the restaurant
It's perfect for
lakeside dinners that feel refined yet never overdone
You need to try
the honey-spiced duck breast or lamb backstrap for serious main character energy
Look out for
private glass domes by the lake that make every table feel exclusive
Relax on the shore of Lake Burley Griffin for a weekend brunch, or a romantic candle-lit dinner at Canberra's famed Waters Edge Restaurant in North Parkes. Nestled against the lapping lake, close to the National Portrait Gallery and at the foot of Capital Hill, the views on offer are as captivating as the experimental Modern European-Australian cuisine. The luxurious and sophisticated interior creates an ambience of charm and character crafted through the buildings high ceilings, neutral tones and white linen tablecloths.