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Cafes

Feed your curiosity at one of our on-site cafes. Bookplate and Paperplate offer delicious food in beautiful settings that invite you to linger just a little longer.

Bookplate cafe

Nestled amidst stunning Leonard French stained-glass windows, Bookplate provides a serene and beautiful setting to enjoy your coffee, brunch, or lunch. With its expansive outdoor terrace, Ex Libris, overlooking Lake Burley Griffin and the Patrick White Lawns, it's an ideal spot to relax with friends or savour a quiet moment in the sun.

Opening hours

  • Monday to Friday: 8:30 am – 4 pm
  • Saturday and Sunday: 9 am – 4 pm
  • Closed on Christmas Day and Good Friday

Paperplate cafe

Nestled downstairs, Paperplate is your go-to for lighter fare. This cozy spot serves up freshly made daily salads, sandwiches, house-made sausage rolls, pies, and an array of sweet treats alongside expertly crafted barista coffee. Whether you're on a quick lunch break or exploring the library, Paperplate offers a convenient and welcoming atmosphere to recharge and refuel.

Opening hours

  • Monday to Friday: 9 am to 3 pm 
  • Closed on weekends and public holiday
Cafe counter with a display of cakes, slices and fruit salad as well as a coffee machine, stacks of cups and flowers on the counter

Paperplate cafe

Paperplate cafe

Page published: 18 Dec 2024

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