Opening hours
| Monday | 8:30 am – 6 pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30 am – 6 pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30 am – 6 pm |
| Thursday | 8:30 am – 6 pm |
| Friday | 8:30 am – 4 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am – 3 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am – 3 pm |
Times shown in local time (Sydney). Public holiday hours may differ.
- AddressParkes Place West, Parkes ACT
- Websitenla.gov.au/visit-us/bookplate-cafe
- CuisineCoffee
Parkes Place West, Parkes ACT · 2.6 km from Canberra centre
Popular times
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At a glance
- TypeCafé
- CuisineCoffee
- AreaParkes, Canberra
- StateAustralian Capital Territory
- HoursOpen 7 days, from early morning
About Bookplate
Bookplate is a cafés & brunch café in Parkes, Australian Capital Territory. You'll find it at Parkes Place West, Parkes ACT, roughly 2.6 km from the Canberra city centre.
Australia's café culture is world-famous: expertly made flat whites, all-day brunch, smashed avo and house-baked treats. Cafés are usually busiest on weekend mornings and many close by mid-afternoon.
Bookplate is open 7 days, from early morning; the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in Parkes? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Mega Bites Cafe and Coffers.
In the venue's own words: “Bookplate cafe is open 7 days a week and Paperplate cafe is open on weekdays.”
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
- 🛵No delivery
- ♿Wheelchair accessible
What to order
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Closest restaurants to Bookplate
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Mega Bites Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Parkes230 mSE · 3 min walk
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Coffers ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Parkes250 mSW · 3 min walk
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Margot Espresso Bar ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Parkes320 mE · 4 min walk -
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Waters Edge Restaurant 🍽️ International · Parkes350 mE · 4 min walk -
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KOTO 🍣 Japanese · 1 King George Terrace, Parkes420 mS · 5 min walk -
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The Jetty Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Parkes480 mE · 6 min walk
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The Jetty 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Parkes490 mE · 6 min walk
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Portrait Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Parkes510 mSE · 6 min walk
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9
Chambers Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Parkes580 mSE · 7 min walk
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10
The Street Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Parkes690 mSE · 8 min walk
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Eating out in Parkes
Parkes is home to 17 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Canberra area with 253 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, international restaurants, pubs & bistros. Within 25 km of Bookplate there are 1,117 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include The Rond Terraces (1.0 km), West Basin (1.1 km), Capital Hill (1.3 km), Attunga Point (1.5 km).
Cuisine mix in Parkes
Frequently asked questions
Where is Bookplate located?
Bookplate is located at Parkes Place West, Parkes ACT. It is about 2.6 km from the centre of Canberra. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of Bookplate?
Bookplate is open 7 days, from early morning. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Sydney time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does Bookplate serve?
Bookplate serves Coffee cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
Does Bookplate offer takeaway or delivery?
According to our latest data, Bookplate does not offer delivery.
Is Bookplate wheelchair accessible?
Yes — Bookplate is listed as wheelchair accessible.
How can I contact Bookplate?
You can reach Bookplate or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to Bookplate?
The closest venue is Mega Bites Cafe, about 230 m to the south-east (3 min walk). Other close options include Coffers (250 m), Margot Espresso Bar (320 m), Waters Edge Restaurant (350 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near Bookplate?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Azima (Middle Eastern & Turkish, 1.8 km), Courgette Restaurant (International, 2.3 km), The Pedlar (Cafés & Brunch, 1.5 km).
Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near Parkes?
Other cafés & brunch venues close by include Heritage Cafe (710 m), Museum Cafe (860 m), Cafe Constitution (920 m).
How many restaurants are there in Parkes?
Our guide lists 17 places to eat in Parkes, most commonly cafés & brunch (10), international restaurants (4), pubs & bistros (2). Within 25 km there are 1,117 venues in total.