Rubicon

Name: Rubicon
Address: 6a Barker St, Griffith, 2603, Australia
Price range: $105 (Average meal price calculated on the basis of appetizer / entrée or entrée / dessert, excluding drinks, according to the prices given by the restaurant. The average price is purely an indication.)
Rating: 9.3

Average price $105

9.3/10

447 reviews

6a Barker St, 2603 GriffithSee map

Free serviceImmediate booking

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Meet the Chef

Born in Zambia, Owen emigrated to Australia in the early 70s. His mother a cookery teacher and father in the military saw Owen working in restaurants at 14 whilst at school, until beginning his apprenticeship and part of the team who opened New Parliament House in 1988. Cooking was second to his love of ice hockey, always saying he’ll cook until he works out what he wants to do. Rubicon has now been operating for 20 years, with Owen’s three kids now working alongside him in the restaurant.

Restaurant menu

Chef’s recommendations Owen Kenyon

Zucchini flower, mozzarella macadamia stuffing, Pico de gallo: $11
Nori wrapped silken tofu, Szechwan braised eggplant, sesame caramel: $12
Beef tartare, cornichon, eschallot, salsa Verdi, charred crouton –: $15

Average price $105 Special request
Average price
Average meal price calculated on the basis of appetizer / entrée or entrée / dessert, excluding drinks, according to the prices given by the restaurant. The average price is purely an indication.

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Scores & Reviews

Excellent

9.3/10

based on 447 reviews

Only customers who have dined at the restaurant after booking on TheFork can leave a review.

Food :9.4/10

Service :9.2/10

Setting :9.1/10

A A.
23 October 2019 • 253 reviews
9.5/10
Everyone at the table agreed that every dish was faultless, the service was fantastic, and that it was it was the best meal in recent memory.
Christy C.
19 October 2019 • one review
10/10
Lovely venue for our wedding anniversary
John W.
15 October 2019 • one review
10/10
five star on comfortability!
A A.
14 October 2019 • 266 reviews
9.75/10
Great dégustation lunch with work colleagues, perfect setting and fantastic service.
James S.
12 October 2019 • 9 reviews
10/10
Never seems to get the recognition, but still, always, one of the best in Canberra. Had another great night, great food and great choice for support drinks before and after our special BYO bottle.
Nathan T.
12 October 2019 • one review
9/10
Thanks for a great dinner, the food was fantastic! service was great. We will be back again.
Mark J.
8 October 2019 • 2 reviews
10/10
My wife and I, love Rubicon. We keep returning, over and over, so that says that we extremely feel comfortable here and enjoy.
Jack L.
8 October 2019 • one review
8.25/10
The complimentary appertiser was wonderful and the overall experience was good. There were a couple of blemishes with cutlery. I had to ask for a steak knife and the desserts were served without forks as well as spoons. Generally the food was well presented and blended well but the raspberry with the chocolate desert did not seem to fit. I would have liked greater choice in the per glass options such as a Cabertnet Sauvignon and a Riesling. The Tasmanian bubbles - the Pirie was brilliant.
Deborah B.
5 October 2019 • 9 reviews
10/10
Always a pleasure to dine at Rubicon. Food is beautifully and thoughtfully prepared and presented. Dessert was exquisite. It was a delight to take our interstate visitors here last night. Thank you!
A A.
5 October 2019 • 280 reviews
9/10
A long-term favourite that just doesn’t disappoint
Richard D.
4 October 2019 • 4 reviews
9.25/10
lovely place with lovely food, extensive drinks list
Steve C.
4 October 2019 • 2 reviews
9/10
We were in a party of 6 with two having food allergies/intolerances. The staff were very attentive and flexible to cater for all our needs.
Keith p.
27 September 2019 • one review
8/10
cost me tooooo much
Kevin S.
25 September 2019 • 3 reviews
9.25/10
Brilliant service... great food
Venessa R.
25 September 2019 • one review
9/10
Worth every moment. The dishes were spectacular. Service to match. Was especially nice to see owner/head chef working front of house. A truly memorable meal.
Stephen O.
16 September 2019 • 3 reviews
9/10
Excellent standard of food and service
A A.
14 September 2019 • 256 reviews
8.5/10
Excellent food and service and great ambience - one of Canberra!s classiest restaurants.
Chris F.
11 September 2019 • one review
8.5/10
excellent as usual from Owen and the gang
A A.
11 September 2019 • 258 reviews
8/10
A lovely evening. Great food and drinks service.
Matthew O.
10 September 2019 • 2 reviews
10/10
Always great. Could do with a menu update.

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How to get to the restaurant

6a Barker St, 2603, Griffith, Australia

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About the restaurant

A blend of informality and sophistication

Hidden within the leafy inner-city suburbs of Canberra is Rubicon Restaurant, a sophisticated, Modern Australian restaurant that is known for its incredible menu and relaxing, welcoming atmosphere. Owner and head chef Owen Kenyon has carefully crafted a menu that provides diners with a variety of rich and exciting flavours, drawing on some of Australia’s most beautiful and natural produce. The a la carte menu is diverse, with everything from gruyere and chestnut twice cooked souffle to Yellowtail kingfish sashimi… and if you’re feeling particularly fancy you can also opt for Rubicon’s spectacular degustation feast or banquet menu. This venue is a fantastic blend of sophistication and informality, and a meal here is bound to be an unforgettable experience.

Best dish: confit duck, pumpkin & ricotta gnudi, pearl onion, braised carrot and cabbage, orange.