Opening hours
| Monday | 8 am – 2 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am – 2 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am – 2 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am – 2 pm |
| Friday | 8 am – 2 pm, 6 pm – 9 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am – 2 pm, 6 pm – 9 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Times shown in local time (Sydney). Public holiday hours may differ.
- AddressYukeembruk Village ACT
- Phone0406 994 992
- CuisineAfrican
Yukeembruk Village ACT · 2.8 km from Canberra centre
Popular times
Estimated from typical visit patterns for African venues and this venue's opening hours — not live data.
At a glance
- TypeCafé
- CuisineAfrican
- AreaYukeembruk Village, Canberra
- StateAustralian Capital Territory
- HoursOpen 6 days a week (closed Sundays), from early morning
About Ambi's Chai
Ambi's Chai is an African café in Yukeembruk Village, Australian Capital Territory. You'll find it at Yukeembruk Village ACT, roughly 2.8 km from the Canberra city centre.
African restaurants — Ethiopian, Eritrean, Somali, West African and North African — offer communal dining around aromatic stews, injera bread and slow-cooked meats, with excellent vegan options.
Ambi's Chai is open 6 days a week (closed Sundays), from early morning; the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in Yukeembruk Village? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Gangnam Lane and What the Pho.
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
What to order
Signature African dishes to look out for.
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Closest restaurants to Ambi's Chai
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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1
Gangnam Lane 🍽️ International · Yukeembruk Village10 mNE · 1 min walk
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2
What the Pho 🍲 Vietnamese · Yukeembruk Village10 mNE · 1 min walk
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3
Spice Sizzle 🌶️ Malaysian & Indonesian · Yukeembruk Village20 mN · 1 min walk
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4
Urban Tiger 🍽️ International · Yukeembruk Village20 mE · 1 min walk
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5
Azure Dragon 🥢 Asian Fusion & Filipino · City30 mE · 1 min walk
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6
Chatime 🍨 Desserts & Gelato · City40 mE · 1 min walk
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7
Sushi Smith 🍣 Japanese · Yukeembruk Village40 mNE · 1 min walk
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8
Rex Espresso ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Yukeembruk Village40 mN · 1 min walk
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9
Yori 🍽️ International · City40 mNE · 1 min walk
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10
Char Char 🥢 Asian Fusion & Filipino · 154/B2 Joplin Lane, City40 mE · 1 min walk
Recommended in the area
Well-documented favourites near Yukeembruk Village — with photos, opening hours and contact details.
More African near Yukeembruk Village
Other african restaurants if you fancy the same cuisine.
Eating out in Yukeembruk Village
Yukeembruk Village is home to 10 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, vietnamese restaurants. Within 25 km of Ambi's Chai there are 1,116 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include City (890 m), Acton (1.1 km), Turner (1.1 km), West Basin (1.4 km).
Cuisine mix in Yukeembruk Village
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ambi's Chai located?
Ambi's Chai is located at Yukeembruk Village ACT. It is about 2.8 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 Ambi's Chai?
Ambi's Chai is open 6 days a week (closed Sundays), from early morning. 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 Ambi's Chai serve?
Ambi's Chai serves African cuisine. Browse our African menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact Ambi's Chai?
You can reach Ambi's Chai by phone on 0406 994 992.
What is the closest restaurant to Ambi's Chai?
The closest venue is Gangnam Lane, about 10 m to the north-east (1 min walk). Other close options include What the Pho (10 m), Spice Sizzle (20 m), Urban Tiger (20 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near Ambi's Chai?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Courgette Restaurant (International, 620 m), Azima (Middle Eastern & Turkish, 1.1 km), Blu Ginger (Indian, 1.1 km).
Where else can I find African food near Yukeembruk Village?
Other African venues close by include Fekerte's Ethiopian (810 m), Flavours of Ethiopia (1.3 km).
How many restaurants are there in Yukeembruk Village?
Our guide lists 10 places to eat in Yukeembruk Village, most commonly cafés & brunch (4), international restaurants (2), vietnamese restaurants (1). Within 25 km there are 1,116 venues in total.





