Water’s Edge Canberra is a leading fine dining event venue in Canberra ACT, set on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin. More than a restaurant, it is a sought-after destination for corporate functions, business events, and milestone celebrations. With an elegant waterfront setting, refined cuisine, and attentive service, Water’s Edge Canberra offers an exceptional backdrop for birthday dinners, festive occasions, and premium corporate events in the heart of the capital.

Just minutes from the city centre and under 15 minutes from Canberra Airport, Water’s Edge combines accessibility with exclusivity. Whether you’re planning a relaxed long lunch or a candlelit evening affair, our beautifully appointed dining spaces offer lakeside views and timeless elegance.

We accommodate intimate gatherings for 18 up to seated events for 107, all enhanced by attentive service, curated styling, and a calm, scenic setting that reflects Canberra at its finest.

Seated together on long tables in a dedicated section of the dining room. No exclusive-use minimum. A set menu is selected in advance so your guests are served together. We’ll confirm your table layout when you book.

Seating around a single long table, enclosed on three sides by walls and mirrors with a curtain to the main dining room. Suited to boardroom dinners, client hospitality and departmental celebrations. No minimum guest requirement.

Private domes on the waterfront, and a Water’s Edge signature you won’t find anywhere else in Canberra. Available on their own, or alongside a larger function for senior guests.

The whole dining room to yourself, seating up to 107. Available Monday to Friday, with Saturdays and December quoted on enquiry. A minimum spend applies — contact us for your date.

Three-course dinner — $95 per person

Three-course lunch — $77 per person

Beverage packages — from $35 per person, three hours of service

Exclusive use of the dining room is available with a minimum spend — contact us for your date.

Menus are designed by our Executive Chef around seasonal produce and tailored to your event after enquiry. Dietary requirements are catered at volume, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and allergy-conscious options.

Water’s Edge Canberra delivers more than fine dining. It offers a fully immersive culinary experience. Each event is shaped around seasonal produce, elegant presentation, and a deep appreciation for modern Australian flavours. Whether hosting a special celebration or a corporate gathering, your menu is thoughtfully designed to reflect the occasion.

To complement your meal, we offer expertly guided wine pairing. For guests seeking a deeper experience, our wine and food pairing options elevate each course with perfectly matched selections from our premium cellar, ensuring every bite is balanced, memorable, and refined.

December books out early in Canberra, and Friday and Saturday evenings go first. Exclusive use of the dining room for up to 107 guests, or smaller group bookings and private room dinners throughout November and December. Festive menus, beverage packages, and free parking after 5pm. We’re now taking bookings.

Water’s Edge Canberra is perfectly situated for locals and interstate guests alike. Located just minutes from the CBD and less than 15 minutes from Canberra Airport, it offers convenient access for business travellers, families, and visiting guests. Surrounded by national icons such as the National Gallery and Commonwealth Park, and with a large public car park adjacent to the restaurant, free after 5pm on weekdays and free all day on weekends, it is a premier destination for fine dining events in Canberra.

Plan your next event at Water’s Edge Canberra and experience the perfect blend of exceptional service, wine pairing experiences, and breathtaking lakeside dining, all in one iconic location.