Makeshift West Basin

West Basin, Canberra, ACT ☕ Cafés & Brunch

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  • AddressWest Basin ACT
  • CuisineCafés & Brunch
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West Basin ACT · 2.4 km from Canberra centre

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About Makeshift

Makeshift is a cafés & brunch café in West Basin, Australian Capital Territory. You'll find it at West Basin ACT, roughly 2.4 km from the Canberra 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 venue offers dine-in.

Planning a night out in West Basin? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Fekerte's Ethiopian and Monster.

Amenities & services

  • Dine-in

What to order

Signature cafés & brunch dishes to look out for.

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BreakfastAcai bowlGranola, banana and berries
LunchPumpkin saladRoast pumpkin, quinoa, rocket and feta
BakeryBanana breadToasted with butter
Coffee & drinksFlat whiteDouble shot with silky milk

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Closest restaurants to Makeshift

The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.

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  1. 1
    Fekerte's Ethiopian 🍲 African · 2 Phillip Law Street, West Basin
    10 mN · 1 min walk
  2. 2
    Monster – West Basin
    Monster 🍽️ International · West Basin
    30 mSW · 1 min walk
  3. 3
    Palace Electric ☕ Cafés & Brunch · West Basin
    40 mSE · 1 min walk
  4. 4
    Parlour 🍽️ International · West Basin
    90 mE · 1 min walk
  5. 5
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    Bicicletta 🍝 Italian · 15 Edinburgh Avenue, City
    90 mE · 1 min walk
  6. 6
    Li'l Brew Expresso Bar ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 2/15 Edinburgh Ave, City
    100 mE · 1 min walk
  7. 7
    Rebel Rebel 🍽️ International · City
    170 mNE · 2 min walk
  8. 8
    Mocan & Green Grout ☕ Cafés & Brunch · City
    180 mE · 2 min walk
  9. 9
    NFSA Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · City
    240 mNW · 3 min walk
  10. 10
    Interlude Espresso Bar ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Gordon Street, City
    320 mNE · 4 min walk

Recommended in the area

Well-documented favourites near West Basin — with photos, opening hours and contact details.

Azima – 222 City Walk, CityMiddle Eastern & Turkish

Azima

222 City Walk, City990 m away · 12 min walk
Courgette Restaurant – 54 Marcus Clarke Street, CityInternational

Courgette Restaurant

54 Marcus Clarke Street, City1.0 km away · 12 min walk
Blu Ginger – 5 Genge Street, CityIndian

Blu Ginger

5 Genge Street, City1.2 km away · 14 min walk
Black Fire – BraddonInternational

Black Fire

Braddon1.5 km away · 18 min walk
The Pedlar – 65 Constitution Avenue, The Rond TerracesCafés & Brunch

The Pedlar

65 Constitution Avenue, The Rond Terraces2.1 km away · 25 min walk
Durham Castle Arms – 52 Jardine Street, KingstonPubs & Bistros

Durham Castle Arms

52 Jardine Street, Kingston3.8 km away · 9 min drive

More cafés & brunch near West Basin

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The Gods Cafe, Hedley Bull

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Hexagon Cafe

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Roy Jr.

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Cafe Alibi – 5 Farrell Place, CityCafés & Brunch

Cafe Alibi

5 Farrell Place, City440 m away
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Biginelli Espresso

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Three Sides Cafe

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Eating out in West Basin

West Basin is home to 6 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Canberra area with 253 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, international restaurants, african restaurants. Within 25 km of Makeshift there are 1,116 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.

Nearby suburbs worth exploring include City (690 m), Acton (910 m), Yukeembruk Village (1.2 km), The Rond Terraces (1.7 km).

Cuisine mix in West Basin

  • ☕ Cafés & Brunch3
  • 🍽️ International2
  • 🍲 African1

Frequently asked questions

Where is Makeshift located?

Makeshift is located at West Basin ACT. It is about 2.4 km from the centre of Canberra. 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 Makeshift?

Opening hours for Makeshift have not been published in our data sources yet. Check the venue's official channels before visiting.

What kind of food does Makeshift serve?

Makeshift serves Cafés & Brunch cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.

What is the closest restaurant to Makeshift?

The closest venue is Fekerte's Ethiopian, about 10 m to the north (1 min walk). Other close options include Monster (30 m), Palace Electric (40 m), Parlour (90 m).

What are some recommended places to eat near Makeshift?

Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Azima (Middle Eastern & Turkish, 990 m), Courgette Restaurant (International, 1.0 km), Blu Ginger (Indian, 1.2 km).

Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near West Basin?

Other cafés & brunch venues close by include The Gods Cafe, Hedley Bull (370 m), Hexagon Cafe (380 m), Roy Jr. (410 m).

How many restaurants are there in West Basin?

Our guide lists 6 places to eat in West Basin, most commonly cafés & brunch (3), international restaurants (2), african restaurants (1). Within 25 km there are 1,116 venues in total.