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Best Pubs in Darwin (2026)

Looking for the best pubs in Darwin? We've rounded up 13 of the city's standout spots — from neighbourhood favourites to buzzy new openings. Every venue is ranked by our Spot Score, which weighs reputation, popularity and freshness, so you can book with confidence. Filter by suburb, price or what's open now to find your next go-to.

Editor's pickThe Best Pubs in Darwin: Where to Drink Across the City

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Parap Tavern — Fannie Bay, Darwin
63Spot

Parap Tavern

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Pubs · Parap

Popular pub and restaurant in Parap, Darwin, serving meals with live music and a brewery focus.

4.4(1,333)View details →
Shenannigans — Casuarina, Darwin
63Spot

Shenannigans

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Pubs · Darwin CBD

Traditional Irish pub on Mitchell Street in Darwin CBD serving hearty meals with live music and weekly karaoke.

4.3(1,792)View details →
One Mile Brewery (NT) — Mindil Beach, Darwin
62Spot

One Mile Brewery (NT)

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Pubs · Darwin CBD

Breweries in Darwin CBD, Darwin.

4.7(231)View details →
Airport Tavern — Casuarina, Darwin
61Spot

Airport Tavern

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Pubs · Fannie Bay

Hearty bistro grub served in a down-to-earth, family-friendly pub with plasma TVs showing sports.

4.3(1,062)View details →
Beachfront Hotel — Casuarina, Darwin
61Spot

Beachfront Hotel

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Pubs · Nightcliff

Bars in Nightcliff, Darwin.

4.2(1,793)View details →
The Cavenagh Hotel — Darwin CBD, Darwin
61Spot

The Cavenagh Hotel

$$
Pubs · Darwin CBD

Unfussy rooms in a relaxed hotel with an outdoor pool, live music & multiple dining options.

4.2(1,460)View details →
Beaver Brewery — Mindil Beach, Darwin
60Spot

Beaver Brewery

$$
Pubs · Casuarina

Pubs in Casuarina, Darwin.

4.6(172)View details →
Darwin River Tavern — Casuarina, Darwin
60Spot

Darwin River Tavern

$$
Pubs · Casuarina

Pubs in Casuarina, Darwin.

4.3(587)View details →
Palmerston Tavern — Palmerston, Darwin
59Spot

Palmerston Tavern

$$
Pubs · Palmerston

Creative pub grub & TV sports in a modern, casual venue with high ceilings & betting facilities.

4.2(828)View details →
The Precinct — Waterfront, Darwin
58Spot

The Precinct

$$
Pubs · Waterfront

Upscale pub grub & craft beer in a large, bustling venue with a terrace overlooking a wave pool.

4.0(1,467)View details →
Hibiscus Tavern — Casuarina, Darwin
55Spot

Hibiscus Tavern

$$
Pubs · Casuarina

Bars in Casuarina, Darwin.

4.1(279)View details →
Flynns Palmerston — Palmerston, Darwin
55Spot

Flynns Palmerston

$$
Pubs · Palmerston

Restaurants in Palmerston, Darwin.

4.1(283)View details →
Fiddlers Irish Pub — Waterfront, Darwin
55Spot

Fiddlers Irish Pub

$$
Pubs · Waterfront

Restaurants in Waterfront, Darwin.

3.9(707)View details →

Pubs in Darwin — FAQs

What are the best pubs in Darwin?+

Our top-rated pubs in Darwin are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.

How is the Darwin pubs ranking decided?+

We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.

Can I filter pubs by suburb or price?+

Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.

How many pubs are listed in Darwin?+

We currently feature 13 pubs across Darwin and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.