Mad Snake Cafe
A much-loved cafe in Darwin City with a 4.8 rating across 196 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Mad Snake Cafe sits on Austin Lane in the heart of Darwin City, the Top End capital. A strong 4.8 rating from 196 reviews marks it as a genuine local favourite.
The appeal is a consistently well-loved cafe with a devoted following — somewhere to settle in for a great coffee, breakfast, brunch or a bite and a catch-up, tucked into a characterful city laneway. Its central location, close to the CBD's shops and dining, makes it an easy and welcoming stop.
Cafe menus, specials and trading hours change over time, and weekends can get busy. If you're after a particular dish or specific opening hours, it's worth confirming the current details directly with the cafe before you head over.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- MondayToday
- 07:00 – 13:00
- Tuesday
- 07:00 – 13:00
- Wednesday
- 07:00 – 13:00
- Thursday
- 07:00 – 13:00
- Friday
- 07:00 – 13:00
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 09:00 – 12:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 88
- Popularity
- 70
- Information quality
- 0
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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