The 1995
A well-regarded cafe in the Darwin CBD, rated 4.8 across more than 270 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The 1995 sits on Cavenagh Street in the Darwin CBD, in the heart of the Top End capital. A well-regarded cafe, it's earned a strong reputation for its quality food and coffee — the kind of welcoming, characterful spot that's become a genuine local favourite for a proper cup or a relaxed bite in central Darwin.
The appeal is that combination of quality cafe fare, good coffee and a relaxed, characterful setting in a convenient central location, ideal for a morning coffee, a leisurely brunch or a casual catch-up — a real treat to escape the tropical heat. A quality cafe that's nailed the fundamentals stands out, and The 1995 has clearly won over a loyal following.
With a 4.8 rating from more than 270 reviews, it's clearly hitting the mark. Menus, opening hours and offerings change with the seasons, and a popular cafe gets busy on weekend mornings, so it's worth checking current details before a special trip — though for a great coffee and a casual bite, it's often just a matter of dropping in and seeing why it's so well rated in central Darwin.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Good to know
- Located at 2/35 Cavenagh St, Darwin CBD
- Open to both walk-in and seated customers
- Combines cafe and bakery operations
Best for
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- MondayToday
- 06:30 – 14:30
- Tuesday
- 06:30 – 14:30
- Wednesday
- 06:30 – 14:30
- Thursday
- 06:30 – 14:30
- Friday
- 06:30 – 14:30
- Saturday
- 07:00 – 14:00
- Sunday
- 07:30 – 14:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 89
- Popularity
- 74
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
Frequently asked questions
Where is The 1995 located?+
The 1995 is located at 2/35 Cavenagh Street, Darwin City NT 0800, in Darwin's central business district.
What does The 1995 serve?+
The 1995 operates as both a cafe and bakery, offering coffee and fresh baked goods.
How is The 1995 rated?+
The 1995 has a 4.8-star Google rating based on 278 customer reviews.
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