12 Darwin Restaurants Open on Mondays When Everything Else is Shut
Monday blues hit harder in Darwin when half the city's venues are dark. If you're after dinner on a Monday night, you've got solid options across the CBD, suburbs and waterfront spots that stay open when others lock up. Here are the places keeping the kitchen fires burning.
- 1Restaurants Darwin CBD
1. MERAKI Greek Taverna
Reliable Monday dining in Darwin CBD for anyone craving Greek classics without the fuss of a closed sign.
Open MondaysView venue4.8(674)· Google$$$$67Spot ScoreWorth a Look 
2Restaurants Darwin CBD2. Tim's Surf & Turf
Central CBD location means you won't have to trek far for steak and seafood on a Monday night.
Open MondaysView venue4.6(1,325)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
3Restaurants Palmerston3. Burger Urge (Palmerston)
Head south to Palmerston for a casual burger fix when Darwin's main dining strip is quiet.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(1,702)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
4Restaurants Nightcliff4. Pee Wee's at the Point
Nightcliff venue with water views, handy if you're looking for a Monday dinner spot on the northern beaches.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(968)· Google$$$$65Spot ScoreWorth a Look
5Restaurants Cullen Bay5. Darwin Trailer Boat Club
Cullen Bay waterfront spot that doubles as a bar and live music venue—good if you want entertainment alongside your meal on Monday.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.4(2,149)· Google64Spot ScoreWorth a Look
6Restaurants Darwin CBD6. Alfonsino's
Italian dining option in Darwin CBD that keeps Monday diners fed when competitors close.
Open MondaysView venue4.5(1,118)· Google$$$$64Spot ScoreWorth a Look
7Restaurants Darwin CBD7. Beef & Bar Restaurant
CBD steakhouse and bar combo, solid for a Monday that doesn't require leaving the city centre.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(446)· Google63Spot ScoreWorth a Look
8Restaurants Darwin CBD8. Junoon
Darwin CBD Indian restaurant offering Monday service when many venues go dark.
Open MondaysView venue4.7(224)· Google62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
9Restaurants Nightcliff9. The Foreshore
Nightcliff location with waterfront appeal, worth the short drive from the CBD if you want a change of scenery.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.3(1,407)· Google$$$$62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
10Restaurants Darwin CBD10. The Loose Goose Bar
CBD bar and restaurant hybrid for a relaxed Monday evening without the need to hunt elsewhere.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(147)· Google62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
11Restaurants Nightcliff11. Patty Shack Burger Bar
Casual burger spot in Nightcliff, easy option if you're northern beaches-side on a Monday.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(262)· Google61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
12Restaurants Darwin CBD12. Wharf One
Darwin CBD waterfront venue staying open Mondays when the rest of the dining scene is quiet.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.3(923)· Google$$$$61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MERAKI Greek Taverna | 67/100 | 4.8(674) | $$ | Darwin CBD | Open Mondays |
| Tim's Surf & Turf | 66/100 | 4.6(1,325) | $$ | Darwin CBD | Open Mondays |
| Burger Urge (Palmerston) | 66/100 | 4.6(1,702) | $$ | Palmerston | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Pee Wee's at the Point | 65/100 | 4.6(968) | $$$ | Nightcliff | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Darwin Trailer Boat Club | 64/100 | 4.4(2,149) | — | Cullen Bay | Open 7 days |
| Alfonsino's | 64/100 | 4.5(1,118) | $$ | Darwin CBD | Open Mondays |
| Beef & Bar Restaurant | 63/100 | 4.6(446) | — | Darwin CBD | Open 7 days |
| Junoon | 62/100 | 4.7(224) | — | Darwin CBD | Open Mondays |
| The Foreshore | 62/100 | 4.3(1,407) | $$ | Nightcliff | Open 7 days |
| The Loose Goose Bar | 62/100 | 4.8(147) | — | Darwin CBD | Open 7 days |
| Patty Shack Burger Bar | 61/100 | 4.6(262) | — | Nightcliff | Open 7 days |
| Wharf One | 61/100 | 4.3(923) | $$ | Darwin CBD | Open 7 days |
Frequently asked questions
Are all these venues definitely open every Monday?+
These venues are listed as Monday-opening establishments, but public holidays, seasonal closures or roster changes can affect schedules. It's worth ringing ahead to confirm, especially during the Top End wet season or around major holidays.
Which of these has the best water views?+
Pee Wee's at the Point (Nightcliff), The Foreshore (Nightcliff) and Wharf One (Darwin CBD) all sit near water. Darwin Trailer Boat Club in Cullen Bay is also waterfront-positioned.
Where should I go if I want live entertainment on Monday?+
Darwin Trailer Boat Club in Cullen Bay is tagged as offering live music, making it the best bet for combining dinner with entertainment.
What's the quickest option if I'm short on time?+
Burger Urge (Palmerston) and Patty Shack Burger Bar (Nightcliff) are both casual, quick-service spots ideal for fast Monday dinners.
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