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A living piece of Australian history built in 1857. Catering for vegan, gluten free & non-drinkers. OCI has something for everyone!
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We are open 7 days
Kitchen hours
Mon-Thurs 12-9:30pm
Fri-Sat 12-10pm
Sun & PH 12-9pm
We are a family & pet-friendly pub.

28/10/2026

🍽️✨ Wednesday Schnitzel Night at the Old Canberra Inn ✨🍽️

Join us tonight for one of our most-loved weekly specials and tuck into a hearty pub feed for just $19.

Choose from:
🐔 Free-range chicken schnitzel
🍆 Eggplant parmi

Both served with your choice of chips or salad - or enjoy the best of both worlds for just +$2. 🙌

Whether you're planning a midweek date night ❤️, feeding the family 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦, or catching up with friends over a drink 🍻, we've got dinner sorted.

✔️ Great food
✔️ Great value
✔️ Cosy local pub atmosphere

No cooking. No dishes. Just great food, cold drinks, and a relaxed Wednesday night at your favourite local.

Who's joining us for schnitty night? 😋

27/10/2026

🍻 HAPPY HOUR AT THE OCI! 🍻

Clock off and head to the OCI for the perfect afternoon catch-up. Great drinks, tasty bites, and even better company.

⏰ Monday–Friday | 4pm–6pm

🍺 $7 DRINKS
• Capital Coast Ale schooners
• Capital Trail Pale Ale schooners
• House spirits
• House wines

🍴 $10 SNACKS
• Free-range chicken wings with your choice of sauce
• Golden crumbed halloumi with aioli

Whether you're winding down after work, catching up with friends, or simply chasing a great deal, Happy Hour at the OCI is the place to be.

Round up your crew and we'll see you at the bar! 🍻✨

(Excluding public holidays)

26/10/2026

📢 EVENT RESCHEDULED – NEW DATE: 14 NOVEMBER

Unfortunately, due to the unfavourable weather conditions forecast for this weekend, we have made a decision to reschedule our upcoming event to 14 November.

We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and patience. Your safety and enjoyment are our priority, and we look forward to welcoming everyone on the new date! ❤️

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El Chapo Sauces

23/10/2026

🍸 NEW COCKTAIL ALERT! 🍋✨

Meet your new favourite tipple… THE SLOE GIN SOUR 💜

Smooth, tangy and deliciously refreshing, this beauty brings together Hayman’s Sloe Gin, fresh lemon, simple syrup & silky egg white for the perfect balance of sweet, citrus and a dreamy frothy finish. 🤍

One sip and you’ll be saying “just one more!” 😉

🍸 Sweet meets sour. 🍋 Fresh, zesty & oh-so-sippable. 💜

Available now! Come on down, grab a seat and let us pour you something special. 🍹

Who’s trying one first? 👇

22/10/2026

🍽️ CHEF’S SPECIALS AT OLD CANBERRA INN 🍽️

Craving something delicious? 😍 Our Chef’s Specials are here to satisfy your taste buds! From crispy bites to hearty favourites, there’s something for everyone. Come in, grab a seat, and treat yourself! 🤤

✨ THIS WEEK’S SPECIALS ✨

🥦 Cauliflower Bites
Crispy tempura-crumbed cauliflower tossed in chimichurri & garlic sauce. A flavour-packed favourite!

🦐 Seafood Basket (M)
A delicious seafood selection served with hand-cut chips, tartare sauce & a fresh lemon wedge.

🍗 Free-Range Grilled Chicken
Juicy grilled chicken served with your choice of 2 sides & creamy mushroom sauce. Comfort food at its best!

🥭 Mango Chicken Curry
A delicious blend of flavours served with fluffy basmati rice & warm flatbread. The perfect curry fix!

🍴 Whether you’re joining us for lunch, dinner, or a catch-up with friends, make OLD CANBERRA INN your next food destination!

📍 OLD CANBERRA INN
Bring your appetite — we’ll take care of the rest! ❤️

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21/10/2026

🍆 Wednesday Schnitzel & Eggplant Parmi Night at the OCI! 🍆

Looking to mix up your regular chicken schnitzel or catering to a vegetarian friend? We’ve got something delicious for everyone.

Join us every Wednesday night and enjoy our $19 free-range chicken schnitzel or an eggplant parmi, served with your choice of chips or salad (or both +$2!).

🍻 To wash it all down, we offer a rotating selection of craft b**rs, local wines and classic & signature cocktails or check out our extensive non-alcoholic range! 🍻

20/10/2026

🌶️🔥 THE HEAT IS ON, CANBERRA! 🔥🌶️

🥵 EL CHAPO SAUCES x OCI HOT WINGS CHALLENGE 🥵

Think you’ve got a mouth of steel and nerves of fire? 😈🌶️ It’s time to put your taste buds, pain tolerance and friendships to the ultimate test!

We’re teaming up with our mates at El Chapo Sauces to bring you another legendary Hot Wings Challenge at the Old Canberra Inn - and trust us, things are about to get HOT! 🔥🔥🔥

📅 SATURDAY 31ST OCTOBER
🎟️ TICKETS JUST $30!
📍 Old Canberra Inn

💀 CHOOSE YOUR BATTLE…

🌶️ 6:00PM - 10 HOT MINUTES ⏱️ 20 wings. 5 rounds. 2 minutes per round. Competition-level sauces.

Who can smash all 20 wings the fastest? It's a race against the clock, your fellow challengers and the fire in your mouth! 🔥

No flats. No mercy. Just heat. 😈

🔥 7:00PM - BRAIN & PAIN 🧠💀 Round up your crew and get ready for battle! Teams of up to 8 will face a brutal mix of hot sauces starting in the habanero range, plus physical and mental challenges to test your limits.

But don't get too comfortable… after round three, friendships go out the window! 🤝❌ It's every challenger for themselves as we enter sudden-death knockout rounds until only ONE person is left standing. 🏆🌶️

🏆 BRAGGING RIGHTS ARE ON THE LINE.
Think you've got what it takes? Bring your mates, bring your courage and prepare to sweat. Whether you're chasing glory or just here to watch the chaos unfold, this is one challenge you won't want to miss! 🍻🔥

🎟️ TICKETS ARE ONLY $30 - SECURE YOUR SPOT NOW! 👉 https://www.trybooking.com/DQPRE

🌶️ THE QUESTION IS… CAN YOU HANDLE THE HEAT? 🌶️

⚠️ IMPORTANT CHALLENGE INFO:
* All participants must be willing to sign a waiver on the day.
* Participation is not permitted if you have health conditions that could make taking part unsafe.
* This event does not cater for coeliacs.
* Maximum team size is 8.
* The Old Canberra Inn reserves the right to allocate teams. Where full teams of 8 cannot be formed, some teams may be mixed.

👇 TAG YOUR BRAVEST MATES - OR THE ONES WHO TALK THE BIGGEST GAME! 😂🌶️

19/10/2026

🍸✨ HAPPY INTERNATIONAL GIN & TONIC DAY! ✨🍸

What better excuse do you need to pop down to the pub and enjoy a refreshing G&T? 🍋🌿

With a fantastic range of gins to choose from (this is just a peak!), there’s a perfect pour waiting for everyone!

🍸 Mix it up and elevate your G&T game with Fever-Tree Mediterranean or Indian Tonic Water. 🌿✨

Whether you like it crisp and refreshing or full of botanical flavour, why not mix and match to discover your new favourite combination?

🥂 Your perfect G&T is calling… Gather your mates, head on down, and let’s raise a glass to International Gin & Tonic Day!

📍 Pop in and find your new favourite today!

18/10/2026

🍻🇩🇪 WHAT A DAY! 🇩🇪🍻

A massive DANKE SCHÖN to everyone who came down and made our Oktoberfest such an absolute belter! ❤️🍺

The b**rs were flowing, the vibes were immaculate, and we hope you had just as much fun as we did! 🍻🎉 You legends made it one to remember, and we’re already counting down until we do it all again next year! 🥨🍺

MISSED OUT? DON’T PANIC! 👀🍻

We’re still pouring some seriously banging German-style b**rs from your favourite local breweries! 🇩🇪🍺 But be quick, folks… these beauties won’t be hanging around for long!

So grab your mates, grab a pint, and get stuck in while you still can! 🍻

Prost, legends! ❤️🍺

Address

195 Mouat Street, Lyneham
Canberra, ACT
2602

Telephone

+61261346000

Website

http://www.oldcanberrainn.com.au/

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