Public Cafe

Public Café

  • Open | Monday to Friday | 9:30 am to 4 pm
  • Sitting Nights | 4:00 pm to 8 pm
  • Gift Shop | Monday to Friday | 9:30 am to 4 pm
  • Post Office | Monday to Friday | 9 am to 5 pm

Public Cafe

The Public Cafe, located behind the central Fountain is a quiet place to enjoy a coffee or light meal whilst exploring the wonders of Parliament House.  Meal items include handmade delicacies such as cakes, pastries, sandwiches, wraps, poke bowls, croissants and chocolate bars. Hot items are available between 11:30 am to 2:15 pm.

The Cafe is a walk-in service, no bookings are required. To view the current menu, please click here.

For information on accessibility access​ at Parliament House, please click here

Gift Shop

The Parliament Gift Shop is located within the Public Café and provides the opportunity to purchase a memento of your experience. To shop online, click here. 

Post Office

The Post Office is located next to the central Fountain, for more information on services from Australia Post, please click here.

Seniors Card

A 10% discount is available on food and beverage items purchased from the Public Cafe. A valid Australian Senior Card must be presented at the time of ordering.

Australian Defence Veterans Card

A 10% discount is available on food and beverage items purchased from the Public Cafe. A valid Australian Defence Veterans Card must be presented at the time of ordering.

Discounts do not apply to gift shop items, take away alcohol or online purchases.

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