"Great spot to relax anytime of the day, particularly pre-dinner. Have a lemon squash, and soak up the alternative vibe."
Phone: +61410084773,+61262474459,+61262571225
Address: 76 Alinga Street, Civic, ACT, 2601, CITY, Australia
Reservation, Booking
City: CITY
Website: http://www.smithsalternative.com/
Monday: 7-12midnight
Tuesday: 7-12midnight
Wednesday: 7-12midnight
Thursday: 7-12midnight
Saturday: 9-12midnight
Sunday: 12:00-12midnight
Dishes: 2
Categories: 5
Reviews: 2350
Good coffee, pleasant staff. Lots of quirky objects occupying different spaces. The band playing was Gypsy Jazz styled on the Django sound of the Small venue, right up close to the musicians. Thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon as the music for this bracket was...by polished performers. Worth checking out to see what's on and as it is in a restaurant area with lots of food choices, a live band or two may cap the day off.
I visited this cafe twice once when it was quiet and and had coffee. And another time it was quite late and there had been a poetry reading night. So for all things alternative in Canberra it’s worth checking this place out. It’s casual and...lay back and they have s variety of entertainment to experience . So next time I am in Canberra I will drop in to see what’s on show for an evening of entertainment .
good coffee, pleasant staff. many quirky objects that occupy different spaces. the band played gypsy jazz on the Django sound of the 30s 40. small event, directly near the musicians. on the afternoon enjoyed the music for this clip. of polished displays. it is worth seeing what is on and how it can be in a restaurant area with many choices, a live band or two can be free on the day.
Staying at the hotel next door and hearing the piano they leave outside at pm that night played by some idiot was not nice. Redeemed slightly by a jam session in the afternoon who were excellent. Staff not particularly friendly and great pity there...are no books as the sign outside said it was a bookstore and not just a coffee place. Book a table now
more places like these, everywhere. leave them back, unpretentious, di, grassroots, independent...music place, serve quality coffee late at night. big door policy will sit a drink outside and listen to the music for free. or pay to go in. more of it!
If you're in Canberra and miss the vibe of the alt cafes head on down to this spot and you'll feel right at home. Licensed, a separate function room and in the heart of the capital it's a refreshing change from shopping centre cafes
Loved this cute little cafe bar with the old fashioned piano sitting solitary outside. Also the books for you to peruse or borrow whilst you sip a coffee or have a refreshing wine or two on the couch
loved this sweet little cafe bar with the old fashionable piano sitting lonely outside. also the books for them peruse or lend while they have a coffee or a refreshing wine or two on the couch Book a table now
What a wonderful place very funky relaxing great coffee great food. Nice location wonderful settings old world. Excellent breakfast.
Great spot to relax anytime of the day, particularly pre-dinner. Have a lemon squash, and soak up the alternative vibe.
Shop 5/ 20 Challis St, Dickson, ACT, 2602, Lyneham, Australia
Reservation, Modern Australian, Breakfast, Italian, Pizza, Cafés
"Had brunch here on a Sunday. Great staff with friendly service. Good to know that they make their own Hollandaise sauce for their eggs Benedict."
Shop EG07-07B Bunda St, Canberra Centre Shopping Centre Canberra CBD ACT 2601, CITY, Australia
Reservation, Vegetarian, Asiatic, Mexican, Cafés
"Very patient and listen carefully for our orders. The food is great too and is exactly what we asked for. ..."
140 180 City Walk, Canberra, Australia
Reservation, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free, Indian, Asian, Vegan
"I recently visited Canberra for the first time and tried Dosa Hut for the first time. I must say, we had the best curry and chicken fried rice here. The flavors were amazing and absolutely delicious."
132 24 Lonsdale St, Canberra, Australia
Reservation, Vegetarian, Australian, Chocolate, Breakfast, Coffee
"Comfortable, clean, attentive service. The portions can be inconsistent. I ordered the Avocado bruschetta, unfortunately it was drowning in a heavy balsamic thickened sauce which totally overpowered the delicate flavor of the avocado"
19 Lonsdale St Braddon ACT 2612, Australia
Reservation, Australian, Fast Food, American, Burgers, Bars
"Ridiculously good burgersSeriouslyI'm yet to find a better burger in Australia. Go for the pulled pork."
