12 Late-Night Restaurants in Darwin and Suburbs
Whether you're a night owl, shift worker, or just craving a meal after hours, Darwin has decent options for late dining across the city and nearby suburbs. We've gathered a selection of venues that stay open when most places have closed, from casual burger joints to sit-down restaurants in the CBD and waterfront precincts.
- 1Restaurants Cullen Bay
1. Moorish Cafe
Reliable late-night option in Cullen Bay for when you need food after standard hours.
View venue4.7(1,368)· Google$$$$67Spot ScoreWorth a Look 
2Restaurants Palmerston2. Burger Urge (Palmerston)
Casual burger spot in Palmerston that caters to late diners looking for quick, straightforward meals.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(1,702)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
3Restaurants Nightcliff3. Pee Wee's at the Point
Nightcliff venue positioned to serve the late crowd in the northern suburbs.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(968)· Google$$$$65Spot ScoreWorth a Look
4Restaurants Cullen Bay4. Darwin Trailer Boat Club
Waterfront spot in Cullen Bay that combines late dining with bars, live music and a relaxed atmosphere—good if you want more than just food.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.4(2,149)· Google64Spot ScoreWorth a Look
5Restaurants Darwin CBD5. The Last Supper Pizzarella
Pizza-focused restaurant in the Darwin CBD, handy for late-night cravings in the city centre.
Open late (after 10pm)Open SundaysView venue4.8(276)· Google64Spot ScoreWorth a Look
6Restaurants Darwin CBD6. The Loose Goose Bar
CBD venue that functions as both bar and restaurant, suited to late evening socialising.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(147)· Google62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
7Restaurants Nightcliff7. The Foreshore
Nightcliff location with waterfront appeal for late dining in the northern beach area.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.3(1,407)· Google$$$$62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
8Restaurants Darwin CBD8. Junoon
CBD-based option offering an alternative to standard late-night fare in the city.
Open MondaysView venue4.7(224)· Google62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
9Restaurants Fannie Bay9. Darwin Ski Club
Fannie Bay venue providing late-night dining for those closer to the eastern side of Darwin.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.3(615)· Google60Spot ScoreWorth a Look
10Restaurants Waterfront10. Bustard Town
Waterfront location convenient for late meals with a scenic setting.
Open late (after 10pm)Open MondaysView venue4.5(199)· Google59Spot ScoreWorth a Look
11Restaurants Darwin CBD11. The Tap
CBD spot offering another option for staying fed during late hours in the city centre.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.2(456)· Google$$$$58Spot ScoreWorth a Look
12Restaurants Mindil Beach12. The Vue
Mindil Beach venue for those wanting late dining with beach proximity.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.2(440)· Google58Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorish Cafe | 67/100 | 4.7(1,368) | $$ | Cullen Bay | — |
| 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 |
| The Last Supper Pizzarella | 64/100 | 4.8(276) | — | Darwin CBD | Open late (after 10pm) |
| The Loose Goose Bar | 62/100 | 4.8(147) | — | Darwin CBD | Open 7 days |
| The Foreshore | 62/100 | 4.3(1,407) | $$ | Nightcliff | Open 7 days |
| Junoon | 62/100 | 4.7(224) | — | Darwin CBD | Open Mondays |
| Darwin Ski Club | 60/100 | 4.3(615) | — | Fannie Bay | Open 7 days |
| Bustard Town | 59/100 | 4.5(199) | — | Waterfront | Open late (after 10pm) |
| The Tap | 58/100 | 4.2(456) | $$ | Darwin CBD | Open 7 days |
| The Vue | 58/100 | 4.2(440) | — | Mindil Beach | Open 7 days |
Frequently asked questions
Which late-night restaurant is closest to the Darwin CBD?+
The Last Supper Pizzarella, The Loose Goose Bar, Junoon and The Tap are all in the Darwin CBD, making them the most central options.
Are there late-night restaurants near the waterfront?+
Yes. Darwin Trailer Boat Club in Cullen Bay, Bustard Town at the Waterfront, and The Foreshore in Nightcliff all offer waterfront or near-waterfront locations.
Do any of these venues offer live music?+
Darwin Trailer Boat Club includes live music among its offerings, along with dining and bar facilities.
I need a late-night restaurant in Palmerston—what's available?+
Burger Urge in Palmerston is listed as a late-night dining option in that suburb.
What should I check before heading out late at night?+
We recommend confirming current opening hours directly with the venue, as late-night hours can vary seasonally and may change. Phone ahead to avoid disappointment.
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