Opening hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 8 am – 6 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am – 6 pm |
Times shown in local time (Sydney). Public holiday hours may differ.
- AddressWright ACT
- Websitehandlebarstromlo.com.au
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
Wright ACT · 1.9 km from Molonglo Valley centre
Popular times
Estimated from typical visit patterns for cafés & brunch venues and this venue's opening hours — not live data.
At a glance
- TypeCafé
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
- AreaWright, Molonglo Valley
- StateAustralian Capital Territory
- HoursOpen 2 days a week (closed Mondays & Tuesdays & Wednesdays & Thursdays & Fridays)
About The Handlebar
The Handlebar is a cafés & brunch café in Wright, Australian Capital Territory. You'll find it at Wright ACT, roughly 1.9 km from the Molonglo Valley 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.
The Handlebar is open 2 days a week (closed Mondays & Tuesdays & Wednesdays & Thursdays & Fridays); the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in Wright? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including PizzaTop and Eighty/Twenty.
In the venue's own words: “Handlebar, located at Stromlo Forest Park in Canberra, is a family friendly licensed cafe offering great coffee, beer, wine, food, snacks and drinks.”
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
What to order
Signature cafés & brunch dishes to look out for.
Photos of The Handlebar
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Closest restaurants to The Handlebar
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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PizzaTop 🍕 Pizza · Wright1.2 kmE · 14 min walk
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Eighty/Twenty ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Wright1.2 kmE · 14 min walk
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3
T-bone 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · Wright1.2 kmE · 14 min walk
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4
Niugini Arabica ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 6/ Duffy Place, Duffy1.9 kmS · 23 min walk -
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Domino's 🍕 Pizza · Molonglo Valley2.4 kmN · 29 min walk
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6
Two Before Ten ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Molonglo Valley2.4 kmN · 29 min walk -
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The Denman Kitchen + Wine Bar 🍽️ International · Molonglo Valley2.4 kmN · 29 min walk
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8
McDonald's 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · Weston2.9 kmE · 7 min drive
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9
Oporto 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · Weston2.9 kmE · 7 min drive
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10
Boost 🍽️ International · Weston2.9 kmE · 7 min drive
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Eating out in Wright
Wright is home to 4 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Molonglo Valley area with 7 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, pubs & bistros, pizza restaurants. Within 25 km of The Handlebar there are 1,116 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Molonglo Valley (1.9 km).
Cuisine mix in Wright
Frequently asked questions
Where is The Handlebar located?
The Handlebar is located at Wright ACT. It is about 1.9 km from the centre of Molonglo Valley. 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 The Handlebar?
The Handlebar is open 2 days a week (closed Mondays & Tuesdays & Wednesdays & Thursdays & Fridays). 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 The Handlebar serve?
The Handlebar serves Cafés & Brunch cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact The Handlebar?
You can reach The Handlebar or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to The Handlebar?
The closest venue is PizzaTop, about 1.2 km to the east (14 min walk). Other close options include Eighty/Twenty (1.2 km), T-bone (1.2 km), Niugini Arabica (1.9 km).
What are some recommended places to eat near The Handlebar?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Courgette Restaurant (International, 10 km), Azima (Middle Eastern & Turkish, 11 km), Penny University Cafe (Cafés & Brunch, 10 km).
Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near Wright?
Other cafés & brunch venues close by include Pitch Black (3.1 km), Subway (3.3 km), Chris's Patisserie & Bakehouse (3.3 km).
How many restaurants are there in Wright?
Our guide lists 4 places to eat in Wright, most commonly cafés & brunch (2), pubs & bistros (1), pizza restaurants (1). Within 25 km there are 1,116 venues in total.