First Edition Canberra

First Edition Canberra Located on the first floor, First Edition is a luxurious space drawing inspiration from old world reading rooms oozing home style sophisticated charm.

Executive Chef, Awiri Castro has created a diverse seasonal menu showcasing fresh local produce. Novotel Canberra welcomes its premiere dining venue, First. Edition Bar & Dining. Located on the first floor, the 80 seater establishment has been transformed into a masculine and luxurious space drawing inspiration from old world reading rooms oozing home style sophisticated charm. Dedicated to sourcing the best local produce and paying respect to those who farm it, Executive Chef, Jennie Tressler has created a diverse seasonal all-day dining menu showcasing the vast array of fresh produce available within the nation’s capital and surrounds. For those wanting to sit back and relax, the bar serves up a curated menu of spirits and specially crafted cocktails using the finest seasonal ingredients whilst paying homage to local distilleries and tap houses. Settle in for a night of seasonal tipples or a delicious meal in the plush surrounds of First.

We’ve given Friday nights something more to look forward to!Settle in for grilled striploin with chips and a glass of wi...
25/09/2026

We’ve given Friday nights something more to look forward to!

Settle in for grilled striploin with chips and a glass of wine for $42 per person, available every Friday night.

Good food, good wine and a table overlooking Northbourne Avenue. That’s Friday done well.

Find us on Level 1 at Novotel Canberra.

Something light and refreshing, or something a little more decadent?There’s always room for dessert at First Edition.
22/09/2026

Something light and refreshing, or something a little more decadent?

There’s always room for dessert at First Edition.

Floriade is in full bloom, and the celebration continues at First Edition Canberra.As part of Floriade About Town, our S...
20/09/2026

Floriade is in full bloom, and the celebration continues at First Edition Canberra.

As part of Floriade About Town, our Sip, Share & Savour offering takes inspiration from this year’s Feast of Flowers theme, with a trio of dips to share, a signature cocktail to sip and our Chocolate Pebble dessert to savour.

Enjoy a little taste of this year’s Feast of Flowers theme, served on Level One throughout Floriade.

Some decisions deserve careful consideration. With Friday steak nights at First Edition, the only decision required is h...
18/09/2026

Some decisions deserve careful consideration.

With Friday steak nights at First Edition, the only decision required is how you’d like your steak cooked.

Striploin steak. Chips. A glass of wine.

All three for $42 per person, every Friday on level 1, Novotel Canberra

There’s something comforting about a bowl of pasta and a glass of wine.Especially in the middle of the week.Settle in at...
16/09/2026

There’s something comforting about a bowl of pasta and a glass of wine.

Especially in the middle of the week.

Settle in at First Edition Canberra for a selection of chef-crafted pasta dishes, paired with a glass of wine for $32pp every Tuesday and Wednesday.

Find us on level 1, Novotel Canberra

Enjoy a little extra with your meal this September.Order an eligible Oh My Greens! Plant-Forward dish at First Edition C...
11/09/2026

Enjoy a little extra with your meal this September.

Order an eligible Oh My Greens! Plant-Forward dish at First Edition Canberra and earn 100 ALL Accor Reward points.*

*T&Cs apply. Available once per ALL member until 30 September.

Comfort food, elevated! Creamy Mushroom Risotto with wild mushrooms and fresh gremolata. The kind of dish you'll keep th...
29/08/2026

Comfort food, elevated! Creamy Mushroom Risotto with wild mushrooms and fresh gremolata. The kind of dish you'll keep thinking about long after the last bite.

Clock off and settle in at First Edition. Pair your favourite drink with a few bar snacks and let the evening unfold.
28/08/2026

Clock off and settle in at First Edition. Pair your favourite drink with a few bar snacks and let the evening unfold.

Midweek dinners don't need to be complicated - join us on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for a rotating chef-crafted pasta and ...
24/08/2026

Midweek dinners don't need to be complicated - join us on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for a rotating chef-crafted pasta and a glass of selected wine for $32 per person.

A little bit of everything, just the way a cheese board should be.Our Tilba Cheese Board brings together a selection of ...
23/08/2026

A little bit of everything, just the way a cheese board should be.

Our Tilba Cheese Board brings together a selection of cheeses, cured meats, membrillo, cornichons, muscatels, Fedra olives and crackers, ready to share over a glass of wine.

Address

Level 1, 65 Northbourne Avenue
Canberra, ACT
2600

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30am - 9:30am
4pm - 10pm
Tuesday 6:30am - 9:30am
4pm - 10pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 9:30am
4pm - 10pm
Thursday 6:30am - 9:30am
4pm - 10pm
Friday 6:30am - 9:30am
4pm - 10pm
Saturday 7am - 10:30am
4pm - 10pm
Sunday 7am - 10:30am
4pm - 9pm

Telephone

+61262455000

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