Bustard Town
A well-regarded restaurant at the Darwin Waterfront with a 4.5 rating across 199 diners.
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Why it's worth checking out
Bustard Town sits on Nuttall Place at the Darwin Waterfront, in the heart of the city. A 4.5 rating from 199 reviews marks it as a genuine local favourite.
The appeal is well-regarded food in a lovely waterfront setting — a great choice for a memorable meal, a catch-up with friends or a relaxed dinner by the water. The Darwin Waterfront precinct, with its attractions and lovely outlook, makes it easy to fold a visit into a wider day or night out.
Menus, trading hours and availability change over time, and conditions vary with Darwin's wet and dry seasons. To be sure of a table and the latest details, it's worth contacting the restaurant directly before you plan your visit.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- MondayToday
- 07:00 – 12:00
- Tuesday
- 07:00 – 12:00
- Wednesday
- 07:00 – 12:00
- Thursday
- 07:00 – 13:00, 16:00 – 23:00
- Friday
- 07:00 – 13:00, 16:00 – 02:00
- Saturday
- 16:00 – 02:00
- Sunday
- Closed
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 77
- Popularity
- 70
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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