Muse - Food, Wine & Books

4.5 (248)

$40 and under

Australian

East Hotel 69 Canberra Ave, Griffith, AU-ACT 2603

About this restaurant

Innovative
Romantic
Great for brunch

Relaxed but sophisticated, dining at Muse is an experience to be savoured. Days begin with a typical Australian café-style breakfast, where classics sit alongside more contemporary fare. As the day progresses Muse seamlessly transforms into a more up-market lunch and dinner venue offering a seasonal, sophisticated bistro menu.

Nestled between Kingston and Manuka in the stylish East Hotel, Muse is a meeting place for those who enjoy a grenache with their Grenville, and their Winton with a good washed rind.

Contemporary yet warm and inviting, Muse is an inspired venue for conversation, ideas and indulgence, both literary and epicurean.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Australian, Café, Continental
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:30 am Sat 7:00 am–2:30 pm Sun 7:00 am–11:30 am Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
Website
http://www.musecanberra.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Steven Sweeney
Private party facilities
Whether it's an intimate dinner for eight or a cocktail reception for 80, the bookshop at Muse is a sophisticated and flexible space for a unique special occasion. We can work with you to put together a package to suit your requirements and budget (minimum spends may apply). We've hosted everything from high teas to poetry slams, corporate mixers to birthday degustations, and we can't wait to find out what you've got planned.

Location
East Hotel 69 Canberra Ave, Griffith, AU-ACT 2603
Neighborhood
Manuka and Griffith
Parking details
Secure, multi-level paid underground parking is available off Oxley Street. Limited on street parking also available.
Public transit
Action Bus routes 4 & 5 stop directly outside the front door of Muse.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Grilled Aphrodite HaloumiA$16.00
rosemary, thyme, grape salsa, honey
Beetroot Tartare* **A$16.00
sesame, fried capers, crème fraîche, lemon olive oil, aged balsamic, sourdough
Berkshire Pork Cheek Terrine*A$22.00
rye toast, green apple, pickles, smoked mushroom & thyme butter
Rosemary & Thyme Crusted Venison CarpaccioA$25.00
horseradish, orange, eschallots, black garlic aïoli
Lime & Yuzu Cured Salmon GravlaxA$22.00
pomelo, avocado oil, toasted pumpkin seeds
Roast Za'atar CauliflowerA$16.00
romesco sauce, toasted almonds, mixed quinoa

Limited Edition Lunch Special

$22. Includes a complimentary glass of house wine, beer or soft drink. Tea, coffee & mineral water not included

Salad of the Day
Fish of the Day
steamed greens, lemon butter (add $8)
Mediterranean Lamb Burger
haloumi, carrot, harissa, hand cut roast kipfler potatoes
Avocado & Fig Bruschetta*
ricotta, walnuts, aged balsamic dressing
Muse Ploughman's Board
smoked leg ham, aged cheddar, boiled egg, grapes, tomato chutney, pickles
Moroccan-Spiced Chickpea & Date Tagine
brown rice, quinoa, coconut yoghurt
Cape Grim Black Angus Beef Sirloin
black truffle butter, Paris mash (add $12)

Footnotes

Roast Chat PotatoesA$12.00
with your choice of Café de Paris butter, salsa verde or sea salt & rosemary
Steamed Green VegetablesA$12.00
salsa verde
FennelA$12.00
orange & pistachio salad, red wine vinaigrette

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Muse - Food, Wine & Books.

4.5

(248)

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

184 Reviews

LD
LouiseD
Canberra2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Muse is always a serene and tasteful experience, brunch, lunch and dinner. Love it every time!
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OpenTable Diner
Canberra1 review
3.0
Dined on March 7, 2020
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The quality of the food was overpriced well beyond equivalent standards elsewhere in Canberra. We won’t be coming back or recommending to others.
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Travelheaps15
London5 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 5, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We all enjoyed our breakfasts. I appreciated the opportunity to ‘build my own brekkie’ although feta to go with my sourdough, poached eggs and avocado would have been good. Happy with the service.
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HelenM
Canberra2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 26, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
For breakfast, Muse is perfect! Inventive, delicious food. I had the mushrooms - yummy!
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CazKempie
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 11, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Muse has it covered! Excellent service from the time we arrived until we finished a shared birthday lunch. The menu, though not extensive left us agonising over the the plates on offer as the choices were very appealing to both of us. Finally, having consulted with our waiter we decided on the Kingfish and Chickpea Tagine agreeing that we could have a taste of the others selection. My friend had the Haloumi as a starter, which was full of flavour and absolutely delicious. I will be having this next visit though my Beetroot Tartare was a close second. Mains included a glass of house red or white and while my friend tucked into the Kingfish I had the Chickpea Tagine and again both were beautifully plated and delicious. Allow time to browse the adjacent bookshop as they have an excellent collection of books on their shelves and tables. Overall, a wonderful venue for lunch.
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BronwynD
Canberra2 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 8, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Awesome food and great staff good price nice location
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Jenny
Hong Kong17 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 10, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always feel happy in Muse.Surrounded by the things I love. Books and wonderful food❤️
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sanch
New York City8 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 27, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Lovely food but we waited over half an hour for granola which doesn't involve any cooking
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Daisy
Canberra1 review
5.0
Dined on December 27, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and drink was absolutely delicious and we will definitely be back to try other things on the menu or just to have the same again! Service was friendly and not intrusive. And while it seemed noisy as you enter the restaurant, it didn’t effect the six of us at the table having a conversation. It was a really nice atmosphere. And loved being able to browse the books after our meal. Ps the coffee was perfect!!
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JHam
Canberra7 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 24, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Our 5th year at Muse for Xmas brunch. We keep coming back for the relaxed atmosphere, friendly service, delicious food (and an excellent bloody Mary) and some Xmas Day shopping in the bookshop.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Australian, Café, Continental
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:30 am Sat 7:00 am–2:30 pm Sun 7:00 am–11:30 am Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
Website
http://www.musecanberra.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Steven Sweeney
Private party facilities
Whether it's an intimate dinner for eight or a cocktail reception for 80, the bookshop at Muse is a sophisticated and flexible space for a unique special occasion. We can work with you to put together a package to suit your requirements and budget (minimum spends may apply). We've hosted everything from high teas to poetry slams, corporate mixers to birthday degustations, and we can't wait to find out what you've got planned.

Location
East Hotel 69 Canberra Ave, Griffith, AU-ACT 2603
Neighborhood
Manuka and Griffith
Parking details
Secure, multi-level paid underground parking is available off Oxley Street. Limited on street parking also available.
Public transit
Action Bus routes 4 & 5 stop directly outside the front door of Muse.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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This restaurant is permanently closed.

Muse - Food, Wine & Books

About this restaurant

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Menu

Prologue

Smashed CucumbersA$8.00

Marinated Australian-Grown OlivesA$10.00

Grilled Local ChorizoA$12.00

Toasted Sourdough*A$12.00

Grazing Board

Northern Rivers Berkshire Pork Prosciutto

Hot Sopressa Salami

Tahini & Chickpea Hummus

That's Amore Drunken Buffalo

Meze Selection

Chapter One

Grilled Aphrodite HaloumiA$16.00

Beetroot Tartare* **A$16.00

Berkshire Pork Cheek Terrine*A$22.00

Rosemary & Thyme Crusted Venison CarpaccioA$25.00

Lime & Yuzu Cured Salmon GravlaxA$22.00

Roast Za'atar CauliflowerA$16.00

Limited Edition Lunch Special

Salad of the Day

Fish of the Day

Mediterranean Lamb Burger

Avocado & Fig Bruschetta*

Muse Ploughman's Board

Moroccan-Spiced Chickpea & Date Tagine

Cape Grim Black Angus Beef Sirloin

Footnotes

Roast Chat PotatoesA$12.00

Steamed Green VegetablesA$12.00

FennelA$12.00

Reviews

Additional information

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