There's a cornucopia of cafes, restaurants and bars that could inspire a visit to Braddon, an inner northern neighbourhood just a few minutes walk from downtown Canberra. Let your adventures begin at Kyo Coffee Project. At just over a year old — it opened in September 2018 — Kyo has already sparked a loyal following for its red-and-black design and Japanese-inspired menu, featuring udon noodles, green bowls and more. Keep an eye out for specials, like udon noodles with burnt miso butter, mushrooms, zucchini, nori and yolk.

Owner Michael Phelan is no newbie to the coffee scene, having spent years at Canberra's beloved Ona Coffee. He travels to Sydney to source his beans, then roasts and blends them himself.

Images: Nathan Harradine-Hale.