About

Coffee purists seeking the brightest, most delicate flavors will find their holy grail at this Nordic-focused specialty shop. The small Allara Street space feels like a minimalist Scandinavian café, where knowledgeable staff guide you through nuanced single origins that develop complex flavors weeks after roasting. You'll taste coffee that's vibrant and fruit-forward rather than deep and brooding. While the seating is limited and the approach uncompromising, BEDST offers something genuinely different in Canberra's coffee landscape for those ready to explore beyond traditional Australian roasting styles.

Best Times to Visit

Weekday mornings 8-10 AM for peak coffee quality and freshest pastries. Avoid lunch rush 12-1 PM. Saturday mornings offer relaxed weekend atmosphere with full menu.

Opening Hours

Monday: 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Busiest Time

Weekdays 8AM - 10AM

Quietest Time

Weekdays 1PM - 2PM

Restaurant Features

Outdoor Seating, Takeaway, Dine-in, Wheelchair Accessible, Digital Payments, Accepts Credit Cards, Great Coffee, Solo Dining Friendly, Quick Bite Options, Dessert Available, Casual Atmosphere, Trendy Setting

Meals Served

Lunch, Dinner

Category

Cafe

Neighbourhood

City

Website

Visit

Phone

Phone

Getting There

By Car: Located on Allara Street in Canberra City centre, easily accessible via Northbourne Avenue or London Circuit. Street parking available nearby with paid parking zones throughout the city centre. Wheelchair accessible parking is available in the vicinity.\n\nBy Public Transport: Take Light Rail to City West station and walk 5 minutes east along Allara Street. Alternatively, various ACTION buses service the city centre with stops on Northbourne Avenue and London Circuit within walking distance of the cafe.\n\nBy Taxi or Ride-Share: Request drop-off at Unit 185/20 Allara Street, Canberra City. The location is easily accessible to drivers via the main city arterials and well-known to local taxi and ride-share services.

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