EQ Cafe & Restaurant Gungahlin

Unit 1/35 Hinder St, Gungahlin ACT 2912, Australia
+61 2 6223 2725
$$$ Cafe , Bakery , Breakfast restaurant , Coffee store , Event venue , Italian restaurant , Lunch restaurant , Restaurant
(254 Reviews)
Price Range $20–40

If you’re on the hunt for a culinary gem in Gungahlin, look no further than EQ Cafe & Restaurant. Nestled in a vibrant area at Unit 1/35 Hinder St, Gungahlin ACT 2912, this café stands out not just for its delightful menu but also for its inviting atmosphere and attentive service. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty breakfast, a quick lunch, or a relaxed dinner, EQ has something to tantalize your taste buds.

Cuisine Type: EQ Cafe & Restaurant offers a diverse menu that features a blend of classic cafe fare and mouthwatering restaurant-quality dishes. The café’s specialties include a range of burgers and sandwiches, scrumptious share plates, and stone oven pizzas, crafted with love and fresh ingredients.

Popular Dishes: Look forward to savoring their EQ Beef Burger paired with crispy fries—this hearty creation features two ground beef patties, cheese, crispy bacon, lettuce, and house-made thousand island sauce, proving to be a hearty meal for burger lovers at just A$28.00. Or indulge in the Portuguese Style Chicken Burger, perfectly marinated and served with smashed avocado, cheese, lettuce, and a zesty periperi sauce for a refreshing twist at A$25.00.

Don’t overlook the entrees, like the Porcini’s Arancini, which are delightfully infused with mushroom and thyme, served with truffle mayonnaise for just A$13.00. And for pizza enthusiasts, the EQ Special Pizza topped with chicken, bacon, balsamic glazed onions, avocado, and Neapolitan sauce is a must-try, available every evening from A$24.00.

The dining atmosphere strikes a perfect balance between cozy and contemporary. Customers appreciate the spacious seating arrangements and comfortable decor, making it ideal for both casual meet-ups with friends or intimate dinners. One happy diner, Kay Togz, experienced superb meal customization, enjoying a carbonara with chicken that surpassed expectations. Others, like Sam Tse, hailed the sizeable portions of their spaghetti with lamb meatballs, reinforcing EQ's dedication to generous servings and quality ingredients.

While some patrons have mentioned minor improvements like staffing during peak hours, they still commend the excellent service delivered by the friendly staff and the overall quality of food. Josh C notably enjoyed a unique brekkie roll that added to their positive experience.

Why Visit EQ Cafe & Restaurant?: EQ is not just a place to eat; it’s a community hub where flavors and good company come together. With long operating hours, it caters well to local patrons seeking a casual yet high-quality dining experience. If you’re in Gungahlin, make sure to step into EQ Cafe & Restaurant for a memorable meal that whispers comfort and satisfaction in every bite.

Don't miss out on this local favorite, where every visit promises delicious food, great service, and a welcoming environment that keeps customers coming back for more!

Service options
Outdoor seating
Kerbside pickup
Delivery
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great wine list
Live music
Live performances
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Happy-hour drinks
Healthy options
Private dining room
Quick bite
Small plates
Spirits
Vegetarian options
Wine
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Bar on site
Toilet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
Openings Hours

Monday

07:30 AM - 08:30 PM

Tuesday

07:30 AM - 08:30 PM

Wednesday

07:30 AM - 08:30 PM

Thursday

07:30 AM - 08:30 PM

Friday

07:30 AM - 09:30 PM

Saturday

07:30 AM - 09:30 PM

Sunday

07:30 AM - 03:00 PM

254 Reviews
Candace Driscoll

06 Oct 2025

Had a fabulous big breakfast. Staff were great, the place seems very popular. Chai was good. Only issue was my partner didn't like the coffee and a large should be a medium.

Kay Togz

04 Aug 2025

Had such an enjoyable dinner here. Food was restaurant quality which I was not expecting as other EQ’s are more cafe oriented. I had the carbonara with no bacon and added chicken and was delicious. We also had a special EQ pizza and they were able to half with bacon and the other without. They made changes to the dishes as we requested without any hesitation. Had very comfortable seating and service was very pleasant.

Sam Tse

10 Jul 2025

I tried their spaghetti with lamb meet balls today. I am glad that the size is big enough for me as a meat lover and the ingredients taste pretty like house made. Nice indoor environment and long operating hours which is convenient for local people. However it’s a little bit pricey though because generally I feel like the food is on an average pub level (or maybe slightly above average) and you don’t have many options on the menu. If the price down a little bit, my rating would be 5 stars in consideration of everything together.

Josh C

03 Jul 2025

Great food, chilli jam brekkie roll was noteworthy. Small moan, short staffed when we were there. I'd still go back though

Neil Douglas

21 Jun 2025

Great service and ample seating. The big brekkie was delicious but the large cap was a little on the weak side. Would def visit again.

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