Dining and Drinking in Darwin

Darwin has an ever-expanding range of trendy and cosmopolitan dining options that reflect its position as a growing Australian capital city. Some of the most popular venues, restaurants and bars are listed below.

Restaurants and Cafes

Cornucopia Museum Cafe
For a late breakfast or a snack with dips, Cornucopia Museum Cafe is a great stop for both children and adults with a wide selection of dishes next to a cultural hotspot.
Address: Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, 19 Conacher Street, Fannie Bay, NT
Phone: (08) 8981 1002

Hanuman Thai Restaurant
A sophisticated yet relaxed Thai restaurant that incorporates elements of Indian cookery into its meals, Hanuman is typically ranked near the top of many eatery guides for the Darwin region.
Address: 93 Mitchell Street, Darwin, NT
Phone: (08) 8941 3500

Saigon Star Vietnamese Restaurant
Serving up a variety of inexpensive dishes including rice-paper rolls, beer, pork, chicken and seafood dishes with a multitude of sauces. Also caters to vegetarians.
Address: 21 Smith Street, Darwin, NT
Phone: (08) 8981 1420

Crustaceans Seafood Restaurant
A highly regarded seafood restaurant catering for tourists on the wharf which serves fresh fish, mud crabs, lobster, crocodile and oysters.
Address: Stokes Hill Wharf, Darwin, NT
Phone: (08) 8981 8658

Go Sushi
A quick and healthy meal is readily available at this typical sushi train restaurant.
Address: 5/28 Mitchell Street, Darwin, NT
Phone: (08) 8941 1008

Char Steakhouse Restaurant
Speciality char-grilled steaks alongside a range of seafood, crab lasagne and a vegetarian menu.
Address: Cnr of the Esplanade and Knuckey Streets, Darwin, NT
Phone: (08) 8981 4544

Bars and Entertainment

Sky City Casino Darwin
The main "place to go" in Darwin for a flutter which also contains several great bars, restaurants and eating venues within.
Address: Gilruth Ave, Mindil Beach, Darwin, NT
Phone: (08) 8943 8888

Monsoons Bar
An upmarket bar with an alfresco dining area with a good combination of both food and snacks.
Address: 46 Mitchell Street, Darwin, NT
Phone: (08) 8941 7171

The Victoria Hotel
A popular place for backpackers and locals that also includes a nightclub on the upper floor.
Address: 27 Smith Street, Darwin, NT
Phone: (08) 8981 4011

Discovery Nightclub
One of the most well-known night spots in Darwin, multiple levels and dance floors are contained within.
Address: 89 Mitchell Street, Darwin, NT
Phone: (08) 8942 3300