Bookplate

Bookplate Bookplate is an iconic Canberra cafe located within the National Library of Australia. Enjoy quality classic dining & outstanding service in a stylish setting.

ABOUT

Nestled within the iconic National Library of Australia, Bookplate offers unrivalled scenic lake views from our grand dining terrace. Bookplate's food philosophy is a clean and pure journey from paddock & patch to plate. Serving fresh, regional food. Also on the menu: Veneziano Coffee Roasters (Melbourne) espresso coffee, Tea Garden teas, fresh pressed juices and divine food for breakfast a

nd lunch with regional and Australian wines. VENUE HIRE FOR COCKTAIL STYLE PARTIES - min 50/max 80 ppl

Enjoy sparkling wine, cocktails and canapés in an intimate, stylish setting.

* For all enquiries please contact: [email protected]

Bookplate is open this Easter long weekend on Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 9am-4pm. Closed only on Good Friday. Res...
02/04/2026

Bookplate is open this Easter long weekend on Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 9am-4pm. Closed only on Good Friday. Reservations are suggested, link available in our profile or visit bookplate.com.au

Happy Easter 🐇

Merry Christmas from the Bookplate team 🎄We are open right throughout the holidays and reservations are encouraged to se...
23/12/2025

Merry Christmas from the Bookplate team 🎄

We are open right throughout the holidays and reservations are encouraged to secure your table ❤️

Canapés, Bookplate style. Enquire now for your next elegant soirée or get together.
03/11/2025

Canapés, Bookplate style. Enquire now for your next elegant soirée or get together.

Back on the Spring menu this week is our popular house made granola breakky dish with poached pear, roasted rhubarb & ch...
20/09/2025

Back on the Spring menu this week is our popular house made granola breakky dish with poached pear, roasted rhubarb & cherry compote

Join us at the cafe this Easter long weekend for all-day breakfasts, a scrumptious lunch or elegant afternoon tea. Table...
17/04/2025

Join us at the cafe this Easter long weekend for all-day breakfasts, a scrumptious lunch or elegant afternoon tea. Tables filling fast, bookings available via our website.

Lunch under our stunning Leonard French stained glass windows are always a winner
24/02/2025

Lunch under our stunning Leonard French stained glass windows are always a winner

Wagyu beef burger w/ caramelised onion, provolone & chipotle mayo. One of our best sellers for lunch 🍔
23/01/2025

Wagyu beef burger w/ caramelised onion, provolone & chipotle mayo. One of our best sellers for lunch 🍔

Always a crowd pleaser with our sesame-seed avocado dish 🥑Served with a house made beetroot hummus & a zucchini and mixe...
25/11/2024

Always a crowd pleaser with our sesame-seed avocado dish 🥑

Served with a house made beetroot hummus & a zucchini and mixed herb salad.

You can’t beat a classic. Beer battered Barramundi with house made tartar sauce and chips, served with a side of rose👌
26/10/2024

You can’t beat a classic. Beer battered Barramundi with house made tartar sauce and chips, served with a side of rose👌

Enjoy a glass of local wine or beer while watching the afternoon sun stream through our stunning Leonard French stained-...
09/10/2024

Enjoy a glass of local wine or beer while watching the afternoon sun stream through our stunning Leonard French stained-glass windows ☀️

Our falafel bowl is a crowd favourite; featuring house made falafel with pickled cabbage, fattoush and a roasted red pep...
02/10/2024

Our falafel bowl is a crowd favourite; featuring house made falafel with pickled cabbage, fattoush and a roasted red pepper hummus. Vegan and gluten free

Address

National Library Of Australia, Parkes Place, Parkes
Canberra, ACT
2600

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+61262621154

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