At Playing Fields Cafe, we celebrate the art of community dining in a vibrant, accessible space. Nestled conveniently in Canberra, this cozy cafe invites you to enjoy everything from delectable breakfast options to hearty lunches and delightful desserts. Our menu shines with standout dishes like the Chicken and Avocado Melted Sandwich and crispy Fish and Chips, complemented by quality ONA coffee, perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed work meeting. The welcoming atmosphere and attentive service make it an ideal spot for solo diners and groups alike. Join us for a memorable meal that feels like home.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Offerings
Serves coffee
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
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Reviews For Playing Fields Cafe
Jayant Kripalani
Apr 25,2025
Great cafe located conveniently close to the convention centre. Food and coffee is great, staff are friendly and overall great place to visit if you’re in the area.
GD SINGH
Mar 22,2025
Beautiful coffee & meals’ place next to Crowne Plaza
Tony B
Mar 2,2025
We were staying across the road at an Airbnb and found this place.Great coffee and breakfast. We had a couple of toasties that were very tasty.The staff are friendly and helpful.Also, hot chocolate was delicious as well
David McGovern
Feb 27,2025
Playing Fields Cafe is a great spot for quality coffee and food in a nice atmosphere right off the lobby of the Crowne Plaza. Had an almond flat white. They serve ONA coffee. Highly recommend.
Jasmine Cha
Jan 30,2025
Playing Fields Cafe was such a treat! I ordered hashbrowns, the pancakes, and a flat white. These pancakes were absolutely amazing! I was sold when I saw they came with ice cream but it was even better than I was expecting somehow. The flat white was so artistic and the hashbrown was insanely crispy. I loved the cafe vibes here and everyone who works here was so friendly. I appreciated that they opened earlier than some other cafes in the area since I was up early due to jetlag. Would highly recommend for the service, food, and ambiance
Julie J (A/X Publisher Digital)
Jan 27,2025
Definitely my top 5 places in Canberra to visit whenever we go past on holiday!Eddie and his team are always warm and welcoming to their community which is why the place has repeat customers.Excellent food and good tasting coffee made with care… thank you and I look forward to your hospitality again :)
Fred Nguyen
Jan 20,2025
Brought a colleague here to have some breakfast. Unfortunately it seemed that I got the cafe on a bad day as there was not enough staff at the front of house. With only 2 people working the counter and barista, it was always going to be hard.Thankfully the gentleman who served me explained the situation and told me that he would do his best to deliver our drinks and food.I was not disappointed by this at all and they always have a good staff presence, it just seemed that I got them on their bad day.Highly recommended and it's a nice place.
Gina Heo
Jan 2,2025
we went there for Vietnamese pop-up dinner on Friday night. the vast seating inside outside and nice back ground music. the most importantly chef's authentic house made Vietnamese food was so freshly tasty and also delicate. some of her dishes you haven't tasted at any other places in Canberra! you must go there to taste Vietnam:):)
Reviews For Playing Fields Cafe