7 Keto Restaurants in Canberra & What To Order!

The name, Canberra, might literally translate to women’s breasts.

Another translation would be the meeting place which makes a lot more sense, right?

Well, it’s both.

Canberra is derived from the word ngambri, which means cleavage. 

But wait, no violent reactions, please. 

It’s called such because the space between Mount Anslie and Black Mountain looks like one. And at that time, it was the most popular meeting place in the area. (*)

But okay, enough about the fun facts.

Let’s get into why you’re here—the list of keto-friendly restaurants in Canberra.

We have everything you need to know (including the best low-carb dishes to order) below, so let’s get started!

Let’s jumpstart the list with the most popular Indian dish—curry! 

1. 7 Village Indian Restaurant– A Delightful Curry House

Address: 75/2 Cape St, Dickson ACT 2602, Australia

Contact Number:  +61 2 6262 8860

Website: https://www.7villageonline.com/ 

Business Hours: 

• Mondays and Tuesdays: 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
• Wednesdays to Fridays: 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
• Saturdays and Sundays: 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Managed and built by Chef Sahid Shaikh, the 7 Village Indian Restaurant is known for delivering authentic Indian food. He uses traditional Indian cooking methods and authentic spices in all the dishes. 

Their signature dish is different curry variations with various types of protein. 

What’s Keto in their Menu: 

Sri Lankan Curry

• Flavorful chicken curry with coconut cream and snow peas (*)

Kadhai Goat

• Goat cooked Mughlai style with capsicum, tomato, onion, and Indian herbs

Lamb Saagwala

• Diced lamb cooked with tomato, spinach, onion, and Indian curry paste

For an equally flavorful dining experience, head to our next restaurant. 

2. Zambrero– Mexican Delights

Address: Various locations all over the city

Contact Number: +61 2 6257 0012 (Majura Park branch)

Website: https://www.zambrero.com.au/ 

Business Hours: Depending on the location

Sam Zambrero founded this restaurant when he was just a 21-year-old medical student. His goal is to bring justice to delicious Mexican dishes because he believes that Mexican food was not done well in Australia for centuries. 

Today, he has 230 restaurants worldwide. He was also able to provide over 55 million meals for people in need through his Plate 4 Plate initiative. 

Keto Tip: Just a heads up, their dishes often contain tortilla wraps and corn chips. You just need to skip those to stay on keto.

What’s Keto in their Menu: 

Bowl IQ

• Your choice of filling, amaranth seeds, guacamole, cos lettuce, and fresh salsas

Keto Tip: Skip the black rice. 

Bowl

• Your choice of filling, cheese, sour cream, salsas, and cos lettuce

Keto Tip: Skip the rice and pinto beans. (*)

Power bowl

• Your choice of filling, extra proteins, amaranth seeds, salsa, and cos lettuce. 

Keto Tip: Skip the rice and pinto beans.

To enjoy Southeast Asian flavors, head to our next destination. 

3. Wok It Up– A Southeast Asian Spot

Address: Various locations all over the city

Contact Number: +61 2 6162 4747 (Lonsdale St. branch)

Website: https://wokitup.com.au/ 

Business Hours: Depending on the location

Wok It Up is known for its noodle and rice dishes. 

So why is this on our list of keto-friendly restaurants in Canberra? That’s because of their build-your-own option, which allows you to skip the noodles and rice and load up on veggies and meats. 

But wait, there’s more. This Asian spot has soups as well!

What’s Keto in their Menu: 

Build-Your-Own

• Flavor: Oyster Sauce, Satay, Chili Crab, Garlic, Szechuan, Hot Chili, and Curry
• Veggies: Bean shoots, Broccoli, Bok Choy, Onion, Capsicum, and Carrots
• Protein: Tofu, BBQ Pork, Chicken Breast, Beef, Seafood, All meats, Meat, and Seafood

Soups

• Tom Yum Soup and Laksa Soup 

Since Indian food has already grown in Australia, our next on the list is another Indian restaurant. (*)

4. Taj Agra– 20-Year-Old Indian Restaurant

Address: 35 Woolley St, Dickson ACT 2602, Australia

Contact Number: +61 2 6249 6633

Website: https://tajagra.com.au/

Business Hours: 

• Daily: 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Taj Agra is your best bet if you’re looking for the most extensive Indian menu. Serving the Canberra area for over 20 years, this restaurant has become the go-to Indian restaurant by both tourists and locals. 

What’s Keto in their Menu: 

Fish and Seafood Selections

• Bengali Fish, Fish Vindaloo, Prawn Goanese, and Prawn Vindaloo

Lamb Selections

• Bhuna Lamb, Handi Ghost, Lamb Korma, Lamb Roganjosh, Lamb Vindaloo, and Saag Lamb

Goat Selections

• Bakra Masala and Goat Roganjosh

If you want a chill hang place, head to our next restaurant. 

5. Double Shot Café– Good Food + Chill Vibe

Address: Shop/7 Hopetoun Cct, Deakin ACT 2600, Australia

Contact Number: +61 2 6162 2027

Website: https://doubleshotdeakin.com.au/ 

Business Hours:

• Daily: 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Double Shot Café is about fancy brunch meals and a comfortable and relaxed setting. 

Like most cafes, their menu features sandwiches, smoothies, and brunch items. But don’t you worry! You can find a few low-carb dishes here too!

What’s Keto in their Menu: 

Breakfast Burger

• Pialligo Bacon, Baby Spinach, Fried Egg, Jack Cheese, Homemade Ketchup, and Aioli

Keto Tip: Skip the fries and buns.

Healthy Start

• Tasmanian Smoked Salmon drizzled with EVOO and topped with Vine Tomato, Basil, Casher, Avocado, and Cauliflower Cheese.

Keto Tip: Order without the sourdough.

Mushrooms

• Sauteed Wild Mushrooms, Kale, Meredith Goats Feta, Caramelized Onion, Hazelnuts, Olive Oil, and Torn Basil

Keto Tip: Skip the Sourdough. 

Enjoy the dishes at our next destination for the right balance of healthy and indulgence. 

6. Eighty/ Twenty Food Braddon– Mindful Yet Delicious Meals 

Address: 1/18 Lonsdale St, Braddon ACT 2612, Australia

Contact Number: +61 451 448 018

Website: https://www.eightytwentyfood.com.au/ 

Business Hours:

• Daily: 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM

The people behind this café believe that life is 80% mindfulness and 20% indulgence, and you can get all 100% in this restaurant.

Their menu is packed with delicious meals that are mindfully prepared and curated, so you don’t need to choose between them. 

What’s Keto in their Menu:

Grilled Lime Fish

• Barramundi/ Salmon, Baby Carrots, Pesto, Kale, Garden Salad, and Broccolini

Keto Tip: Skip the potato wedges.

Beef Burger

• House-made Beef Brisket Patty, Tomato, Cheese, Tomato Relish, and Mixed Leaf Lettuce

Keto Tip: Skip the beetroot relish and bun.

Chicken Burger

• Spicy Marinated Chicken, Cheese, Tomato, Avocado, Vegan Aoli, and Mixed Leaf Lettuce

Keto Tip: Order without the bun. 

For a healthy dose of delicious dishes, head to our next recommendation.

7. Local Press Café– Delicious Whole Foods

Address: On The Water, 35 Eastlake Parade, Kingston ACT 2604, Australia

Contact Number: +61 2 6162 1422

Website: https://localpresscafe.com.au/

Business Hours: 

• Mondays: Closed
• Tuesdays to Fridays: 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
• Saturdays and Sundays: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM 

At Local Press, they are passionate only about one thing—healthy food. To achieve this, they offer unprocessed, unrefined, and preservative-free whole foods. 

What’s Keto in their Menu: 

Build Your Own

• Base: Eggs (Skip the toast)
• Sides: Peanut, almond, cashew butter, Goat’s Cheese, and Cornish House Relish
• Vegetables: Sauteed mushrooms + almonds, Charred Asparagus + Salsa Verde, and Wilted Spinach + Garlic, Chili, and Herbs
• Free-range Proteins: House-cured Salmon, Smokehouse Bacon, and Rodriguez Chorizo

Salmon and Pickles

• Fennel-cured Salmon, Edamame puree, Bonito Mayo, House Pickles, Poached Eggs, and Shichimi Togarashi

Keto Tip: Skip the sourdough. 

Final Words

Canberra may not have the busiest food scene in the world, but it’s still an excellent place for low-carb options. You can undoubtedly find the best dishes in these keto-friendly restaurants in Canberra. 

So what are you waiting for? Call the restaurants in advance and place your reservations. Make sure to specify your dietary restrictions so they can tweak their menu to suit your needs. 

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