Moorish Cafe
A long-loved Moorish-and-Mediterranean tapas restaurant in central Darwin, rated 4.7 across more than 1,300 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Moorish Cafe sits on Knuckey Street in the heart of Darwin City, a long-established and much-loved restaurant bringing Moorish, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern-inspired flavours to the Top End. Known for its tapas-style dining, it's become a genuine Darwin institution — the kind of characterful, flavour-rich spot that's drawn a loyal following over many years.
The appeal is that combination of vibrant, share-friendly cooking and a warm, convivial atmosphere right in the city centre, ideal for a relaxed dinner, a catch-up over small plates or a night out. In Darwin's dining scene, its distinctive Mediterranean-and-Moorish offering has given it a lasting point of difference.
With a 4.7 rating from more than 1,300 reviews, it's clearly still delighting its diners. Menus, opening hours and pricing change with the seasons, and a popular, long-established restaurant fills up, so it's worth checking current details and booking directly before you go — particularly if you're dining with a group, after a table at a peak time, or keen to settle in for a leisurely tapas-style meal.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Good to know
- Located on Knuckey Street in Darwin City, close to Cullen Bay
- The venue features cosy dining spaces with tiled floors and colourful Moorish-inspired décor
- Wine selection is available to complement the food menu
Best for
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- TuesdayToday
- 11:00 – 14:30, 18:00 – 21:30
- Wednesday
- 11:00 – 14:30, 18:00 – 21:30
- Thursday
- 11:00 – 14:30, 18:00 – 21:30
- Friday
- 11:00 – 21:30
- Saturday
- 11:00 – 22:00
- Sunday
- Closed
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 87
- Popularity
- 95
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Moorish Cafe located?+
Moorish Cafe is located at 37 Knuckey St, Darwin City NT 0800, in the Cullen Bay area.
What type of cuisine does Moorish Cafe serve?+
The menu features seafood, steaks, and eclectic tapas dishes, complemented by a wine selection.
What is the atmosphere like at Moorish Cafe?+
The venue has a cosy atmosphere with distinctive Moorish-inspired design elements including tiled floors and colourful décor.
How is Moorish Cafe rated?+
Moorish Cafe has a 4.7-star rating on Google based on over 1,300 customer reviews.
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