La Granita
A granita and dessert spot in the Darwin CBD, rated 4.8 across nearly 300 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
La Granita sits on Mitchell Street in the Darwin CBD, in the heart of the Top End capital. A dedicated granita and dessert spot, it's earned a strong reputation for its refreshing Italian-style granita and treats — the kind of cooling, delicious indulgence that's become a genuine favourite, especially welcome in the tropical Darwin heat.
The appeal is that combination of refreshing, quality granita and desserts and a relaxed, welcoming setting in a convenient central Darwin location, perfect for a cooling treat, a dessert after dinner or a sweet pick-me-up on a hot day. A spot that's nailed a refreshing, distinctive treat becomes a real favourite, and La Granita has clearly won over a loyal following in the Top End.
With a 4.8 rating from nearly 300 reviews, it's clearly hitting the mark. The flavours, range, opening hours and pricing vary, and it gets busy on warm evenings and weekends, so it's worth checking current details before a special trip — though for a refreshing granita or a sweet treat, it's often just a matter of dropping in on Mitchell Street in Darwin.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Good to know
- Located at 12/69 Mitchell St, easily accessible in the city centre
- Specific menu items and opening hours not confirmed in available sources
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Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- MondayToday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 18:00 – 22:00
- Wednesday
- 18:00 – 22:00
- Thursday
- 18:00 – 22:00
- Friday
- 18:00 – 22:30
- Saturday
- 16:00 – 22:30
- Sunday
- 16:00 – 21:30
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 89
- Popularity
- 75
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
Frequently asked questions
Where is La Granita located?+
La Granita is located at 12/69 Mitchell Street, Darwin City NT 0800, in Darwin's CBD.
What is La Granita's Google rating?+
La Granita has a 4.8-star rating on Google based on 299 customer reviews.
What does La Granita specialise in?+
La Granita is a dessert spot, with gelato and sweet treats as the focus, though specific menu details are not confirmed.
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