BOOKINGS

Indoor Dining

• Lunch: 11:00am – 3:00pm
• Limited Menu Service: 3:00pm – 5:00pm (tapas, cheese boards, and selected snacks only)
• Dinner: 5:00pm – 10:00pm

There’s nothing contentious about our hospitality. With warm, friendly service and a passion for great food and wine, our team is here to make every visit memorable.

From long lunches and shared feasts to seasonal dishes and weekly specials, our chefs create menus that are every bit as interesting as the wines crafted behind our Cellar Door. Designed to celebrate fresh produce and bold flavours, every dish is made to be enjoyed alongside a glass of Contentious Character wine.

This reservation is for dining in our restaurant.

Courtyard Dining

• Lunch: 11:00am – 3:00pm
• Limited Menu Service: 3:00pm – 5:00pm (tapas, cheese boards, and selected snacks only)
• Dinner: 5:00pm – 10:00pm

Alongside our restaurant seating, we offer al fresco dining in our welcoming courtyard. Whether you prefer the comfort of our shaded outdoor area or a sunny spot in the open air, it’s the perfect setting to enjoy a leisurely meal and a glass of wine.

Wine Tastings

You won’t find a better wine tasting experience in Canberra. At Contentious Character, there’s a wine for every palate - crafted with personality, precision, and plenty of character. Our vintages, first released in 2015, showcase cool-climate winemaking with a modern New World twist on classic Old World styles.

We offer two curated tasting experiences, each with the option to add a tasting board designed to complement the wines. Tastings are hosted within our Cellar Door, centred around our purpose-built tasting area for a relaxed yet refined experience.

Online bookings are available for groups of up to 12 guests. Planning something larger?

We'd love to host you. Email bookings@contentiouscharacter.com.au to arrange group tastings for up to 30 guests.