12 Best Restaurants in Darwin
Darwin's dining scene spans everything from casual burgers and pizza to Mediterranean fare and Indian cuisine. Whether you're after a beachside meal or a night out in the CBD, here are 12 solid restaurants worth visiting across the city.
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Restaurants Palmerston1. District North Kitchen Palmerston
Top-ranked option in Palmerston if you're looking for something reliable on that side of town
View venue4.8(946)· Google$$$$68Spot ScoreWorth a Look2
Restaurants Cullen Bay2. Moorish Cafe
Cullen Bay location makes it a good choice if you want dining with a waterside setting
View venue4.7(1,368)· Google$$$$67Spot ScoreWorth a Look3
Restaurants Darwin CBD3. MERAKI Greek Taverna
Go here for Greek flavours in the heart of Darwin CBD
View venue4.8(674)· Google$$$$67Spot ScoreWorth a Look4
Restaurants Palmerston4. Burger Urge (Palmerston)
Straightforward burger spot in Palmerston for a casual feed
View venue4.6(1,702)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look5
Restaurants Darwin CBD5. Tim's Surf & Turf
Seafood and meat options in the CBD for a more substantial meal
View venue4.6(1,325)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look6
Restaurants Palmerston6. Brew Union Brewing Co
Palmerston venue combining food with an on-site brewery if you want to try local beers
View venue4.5(1,779)· Google$$$$65Spot ScoreWorth a Look7
Restaurants Nightcliff7. Pee Wee's at the Point
Nightcliff option worth considering for a meal in that suburb
View venue4.6(968)· Google$$$$65Spot ScoreWorth a Look8
Restaurants Darwin CBD8. Alfonsino's
Long-standing choice in the CBD for seafood-focused dining
View venue4.5(1,118)· Google$$$$64Spot ScoreWorth a Look9
Restaurants Darwin CBD9. The Last Supper Pizzarella
Pizza specialist in Darwin CBD if you're after Italian-style pies
View venue4.8(276)· Google64Spot ScoreWorth a Look10
Restaurants Nightcliff10. Choi's Chicken
Quick option in Nightcliff focused on chicken dishes
View venue4.8(228)· Google63Spot ScoreWorth a Look11
Restaurants Casuarina11. Lola's Mexican Cantina
Mexican restaurant in Casuarina for when you want something with spice and flavour
View venue4.6(440)· Google63Spot ScoreWorth a Look12
Restaurants Darwin CBD12. Junoon
Indian cuisine in the CBD for a different dining experience
View venue4.7(224)· Google62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| District North Kitchen Palmerston | 68/100 | 4.8(946) | $$ | Palmerston | — |
| Moorish Cafe | 67/100 | 4.7(1,368) | $$ | Cullen Bay | — |
| MERAKI Greek Taverna | 67/100 | 4.8(674) | $$ | Darwin CBD | — |
| Burger Urge (Palmerston) | 66/100 | 4.6(1,702) | $$ | Palmerston | — |
| Tim's Surf & Turf | 66/100 | 4.6(1,325) | $$ | Darwin CBD | — |
| Brew Union Brewing Co | 65/100 | 4.5(1,779) | $$ | Palmerston | — |
| Pee Wee's at the Point | 65/100 | 4.6(968) | $$$ | Nightcliff | — |
| Alfonsino's | 64/100 | 4.5(1,118) | $$ | Darwin CBD | — |
| The Last Supper Pizzarella | 64/100 | 4.8(276) | — | Darwin CBD | — |
| Choi's Chicken | 63/100 | 4.8(228) | — | Nightcliff | — |
| Lola's Mexican Cantina | 63/100 | 4.6(440) | — | Casuarina | — |
| Junoon | 62/100 | 4.7(224) | — | Darwin CBD | — |
Frequently asked questions
Are any of these restaurants beachside?+
Moorish Cafe in Cullen Bay is positioned near the waterfront, which could offer a scenic setting compared to CBD venues.
Which suburbs have the most restaurant options on this list?+
Darwin CBD has the most venues listed (5), followed by Palmerston (3). Nightcliff and Casuarina each have one option.
Are opening hours available for these restaurants?+
Opening hours are not confirmed in the available information. Contact each venue directly or check their pages for current trading times.
Do any of these venues have bars or breweries attached?+
Brew Union Brewing Co in Palmerston combines food with an on-site brewery.
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