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.
- 1Restaurants Palmerston
1. District North Kitchen Palmerston
Top-ranked option in Palmerston if you're looking for something reliable on that side of town
Open SundaysView venue4.8(946)· Google$$$$68Spot ScoreWorth a Look 
2Restaurants Cullen Bay2. Moorish Cafe
Cullen Bay location makes it a good choice if you want dining with a waterside setting
View venue4.7(1,368)· Google$$$$67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
3Restaurants Darwin CBD3. MERAKI Greek Taverna
Go here for Greek flavours in the heart of Darwin CBD
Open MondaysView venue4.8(674)· Google$$$$67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
4Restaurants Palmerston4. Burger Urge (Palmerston)
Straightforward burger spot in Palmerston for a casual feed
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(1,702)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
5Restaurants Darwin CBD5. Tim's Surf & Turf
Seafood and meat options in the CBD for a more substantial meal
Open MondaysView venue4.6(1,325)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
6Restaurants Nightcliff6. Pee Wee's at the Point
Nightcliff option worth considering for a meal in that suburb
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(968)· Google$$$$65Spot ScoreWorth a Look
7Restaurants Darwin CBD7. Alfonsino's
Long-standing choice in the CBD for seafood-focused dining
Open MondaysView venue4.5(1,118)· Google$$$$64Spot ScoreWorth a Look
8Restaurants Darwin CBD8. The Last Supper Pizzarella
Pizza specialist in Darwin CBD if you're after Italian-style pies
Open late (after 10pm)Open SundaysView venue4.8(276)· Google64Spot ScoreWorth a Look
9Restaurants Nightcliff9. Choi's Chicken
Quick option in Nightcliff focused on chicken dishes
View venue4.8(228)· Google63Spot ScoreWorth a Look
10Restaurants Darwin CBD10. Junoon
Indian cuisine in the CBD for a different dining experience
Open MondaysView venue4.7(224)· Google62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| District North Kitchen Palmerston | 68/100 | 4.8(946) | $$ | Palmerston | Open Sundays |
| Moorish Cafe | 67/100 | 4.7(1,368) | $$ | Cullen Bay | — |
| MERAKI Greek Taverna | 67/100 | 4.8(674) | $$ | Darwin CBD | Open Mondays |
| Burger Urge (Palmerston) | 66/100 | 4.6(1,702) | $$ | Palmerston | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Tim's Surf & Turf | 66/100 | 4.6(1,325) | $$ | Darwin CBD | Open Mondays |
| Pee Wee's at the Point | 65/100 | 4.6(968) | $$$ | Nightcliff | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Alfonsino's | 64/100 | 4.5(1,118) | $$ | Darwin CBD | Open Mondays |
| The Last Supper Pizzarella | 64/100 | 4.8(276) | — | Darwin CBD | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Choi's Chicken | 63/100 | 4.8(228) | — | Nightcliff | — |
| Junoon | 62/100 | 4.7(224) | — | Darwin CBD | Open Mondays |
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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