Creative food served in spacious, sedate surroundings is the specialty of this popular restaurant on the city's outer edge. The seasonal four-course menu (A$88) has such dreamy dishes as prosciutto-wrapped pan-seared scallops for starter, or, for a main, the crispy-skin snapper, fennel puree, and Balmain-bug-filled zucchini (also known as courgette) flower. Leave room for the decadent warm Belgian chocolate fondant with raspberries and vanilla bean ice cream.

Restaurant, Australian, European, Wine, Beer, Cocktails, $$ One of Canberra’s most popular restaurants, Courgette exudes simplicity and luxury from its dishes to its dining room. With a mouthwatering French-Australian menu that combines classic flavours with creative, extravagant twists and incredible wines, Courgette is consistently excellent, especially if you’re looking for a more traditional fine-dining experience in Canberra.

Tucked away on the outskirts of Civic (the city centre) is Courgette – my favourite restaurant in Canberra. Full disclosure here – my brother and his wife manage this modern European fine-dining restaurant, but I can safely tell you that I’m not the only person who thinks Courgette is special – it’s regularly cited by food critics as one of the best restaurants in the city and is part of an elite group of Canberra restaurants to have a Chef’s Hat (the Australian equivalent of a Michelin Star). Bucking the trend for casual dining, Courgette is 100% a fine-dining experience with executive chef James Mussillon (who trained with Marco Pierre White) at the helm – and I say ‘experience’ because at Courgette, there is a set degustation menu (and a set price of $88) of four courses (choose from four options per course) that gets rolled out at a beautiful pace.

This is unmistakably fine dining, yet done simply, in the heart of the Canberra CBD. With one hat and chef James Mussillon at the helm, the menu is good and the hospitality is excellent. You won’t be waving arms to get the waiter’s attention here, nor will you be perplexed by complicated dishes on the menu. On the pricier end, it’s a fixed cost with up to four courses available, making Courgette ideal if you want to impress a big client or looking for a longer lunch paired with excellent wine.

Another one of James Mussilon's restaurants is Courgette, and this restaurant is one of Canberra's most picture-perfect dining establishments. Seriously sophisticated, this luxurious restaurant is renowned for its inviting chairs that let you settle in to enjoy dishes served with a Frenchman's finesse. The restaurant's philosophy is rooted in simplicity and freshness, with a side of adventurous complexity courtesy of sauces, dressings, glazes and emulsions.

Nestled amidst the charming city of Canberra, Courgette is a culinary gem that will whisk you away on a delightful gourmet adventure. Its elegant setting and warm ambiance are sure to make you feel like the protagonist of your very own food-centric fairy tale. Offering a delectable fusion of French and Modern Australian cuisine, prepare yourself to be swept off your feet by dishes that are as artfully presented as they are scrumptiously divine.

Courgette Restaurant is another gem in Canberra’s culinary crown, run by celebrated chef, James Mussillon. Situated in the heart of the city, this esteemed establishment offers an intimate gastronomic experience with a focus on French-inspired cuisine. With its luxurious interior and flawlessly presented plates, Courgette has been the recipient of numerous accolades and is frequently lauded as one of the capital’s best dining venues.

Courgette is well known in the Canberra community for providing an incredibly luxurious restaurant experience with a sophisticated ambience and a delicious menu. Lounge like chairs invite diners to settle in and feel comfortable enjoying their meal, while they also offer private rooms for more intimate dining. They have a range of wines from across the globe with professional staff on hand to help you select the best drop.

The French-inspired Courgette’s tranquil ambiance and gorgeous courtyard lawn will make you forget you’re in the heart of the city. The Australian head chef, James Mussillon, combines his Australian roots with European experience to produce a four-course menu centred on high-quality seafood. You’ll like the flower petals strewn around your inventive dinner if you enjoy your cuisine served with a certain “je ne sais quoi.

James Mussillon retains two chef's hats all up – one each for his signature Courgette restaurant in the city and the glass-walled Waters Edge on the lakefront in Parkes. Mussillon's elegant fine dining establishments are still at the top of their game and it will be interesting to see what happens at Waters Edge with the recent departure of head chef Clement Chauvin, who is opening a casual bistro of his own in Braddon.

A truly extravagant restaurant famed for its refined ambiance, Courgette is a French-inspired restaurant that is located in the middle of 54 Marcus Clarke Street, Canberra. Diners are invited to relax and savor both the meal and the environment at their own leisurely pace, according to the lounge-style seats. Wines from across the globe are also present and the professional staff can help you choose the best choice.

Fine dining at its most classic is found at Canberra institution Courgette. Think opulent dining rooms, crisp white tablecloths, and an intimate, unhurried experience, with dishes like grass-fed beef fillet with Paris mash and seared Hervey Bay scallops on the menu. You can dine via a three-course a la carte menu or the five-course degustation, which you can pair with wine from the restaurant’s exhaustive list.

With one Chef Hat to its name, it’s no wonder Courgette offers some of the best fine dining Canberra has ever seen. The menu is filled with tasty dishes that incorporate French techniques and global flavours, the interior is warm and sophisticated, and the choice of wines is incredibly extensive. You can visit Courgette for a prix fixe lunch or dinner, or go all out and order a luxe five-course degustation.

Chef James Mussillon has sold his second venue to put all his focus and energy into this city fine diner, where it's all about relaxed comfort. Charming young waitstaff know their way around the menu and are eager to please with a wine match. Sink into a plush chair for venison checkered with luscious corn croquettes, mirrored by beetroot carpaccio topped with a fragrant truffle mayonnaise.

This modern French fine dining gem has collected a string of impressive accolades over the last ten years. Owned by celebrated chef James Mussillon, Courgette offers fine dining with the utmost finesse making it an ideal choice for a special occasion. Featuring impressive a la carte and degustation menus Courgette is home to some seriously delightful food.

Courgette Restaurant is a great choice for gluten-free eating in Canberra. They are pleased to provide an extensive menu that includes many tasty options for gluten-free guests. The restaurant has an advanced ambience with an emphasis on assisting high-quality, prepared meals.

They say that food is the way to someone's heart, in which case, your best bet is taking your beau to Courgette. This is one of the top choices for a romantic date night in Canberra for couples, showcasing slinky decor and droolworthy tasting menus that are sure to impress.

Courgette is to restaurants what Bentleys are to cars – seriously luxurious. The meal is superb at this fine dining restaurant, you can get a romantic atmosphere both during the day and the night at Courgette Restaurant.

Lovely Australian restaurant with very impressive decor and atmosphere. This restaurant provides an extensive wine list, as well as a phenomenal menu. Come here for Modern European dining and fine wines.

Aiming to prove that luxury dining doesn’t mean sacrificing an enjoyable experience, Courgette has become one of the top Canberra restaurants.