Char Restaurant

The luxurious Char delivers a unique dining experience by serving innovative cuisine made with fresh local produce in perhaps the most charming setting in the city, with outdoor dining under the cover of large trees and hanging lights. In addition there are both international and local wines to enjoy.

• Web:

  www.chardarwin.com.au

• E-mail:

  manager@chardarwin.com.au

• Address:

  70 Esplanade, Darwin

• Phone:

  +61 8 8981 4544

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Sat 5:30pm–11pm, Fri 11:30a–11pm

Darwin Sailing Club

This is not an up-market sailing club, but it is one of the best places to sip drink and watch the sun set over the Indian Ocean. The lovely waterfront bistro is also a popular al fresco dining option.

• Web:

  www.dwnsail.com.au

• E-mail:

  admin@dwnsail.com.au

• Address:

  8 Atkins Drive, Fannie Bay, Darwin

• Phone:

  +61 8 8981 1700

Hanuman

This attractive restaurant has a great local reputation for authentic Thai, Indian, and Malaysian food. The chef only uses freshly sourced ingredients and the restaurant has an excellent wine list. Enjoy your evening in a casual, open-plan dining room with high ceilings and wood carvings.

• Web:

  www.hanuman.com.au

• E-mail:

  darwin@hanuman.com.au

• Address:

  93 Mitchell Street, Darwin

• Phone:

  +61 8 8941 3500

• Opening hours:

  Lunch: Wed–Fri noon–2:30pm; Dinner: Daily 6pm–10pm

• More info:

  Next to Darwin Entertainment Centre

Hingston Chinese Restaurant

This busy eatery serves fresh and tasty Chinese food. It is praised as one of the best Chinese restaurants in Darwin, receiving a Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor. The menu has a wide selection of dishes such as beef with black bean sauce, Mongolian lamb on a hot plate and Peking duck.

• Web:

  www.hingstonnt.com

• Address:

  1 Yanyula Drive, Darwin

• Phone:

  +61 8 8927 8088

• Opening hours:

  Wed–Mon 11:30–2pm / 4:30pm–10pm

• More info:

  Anula Shopping Centre

Hot Tamale

Hot Tamale is a Mexican restaurant that bursts with bold and complex flavours. The restaurant has a fresh, intense and vibrant ambiance, and offers authentic Mexican specialities and beverages, including imported beers and tequila.

• Web:

  www.hottamale.net.au

• E-mail:

  ht.darwin@bigpond.com

• Address:

  F2/19 Kitchener Drive, Darwin

• Phone:

  +61 8 8981 5471

• Opening hours:

  Daily 11:30am–9pm

Il Piatto

Contemporary Italian-inspired food is served at il Piatto, a restaurant located at the Mindil Beach Casino Resort. The à la carte menu has mouth-watering options like stuffed chicken breast, grilled jumbo prawns and fresh tortelli. It has a beautiful location overlooking the Arafura Sea and the restaurant has an outside terrace where you can gaze at the sunset.

• Web:

  www.mindilbeachcasinoresort.com.au

• Address:

  Gilruth Avenue, Darwin

• Opening hours:

  Lunch: Fri, Sat & Sun noon–2pm; Dinner: Wed–Sun 5pm–10pm

Brown's Mart Theatre

Brown's Mart is a beloved and iconic theatre and performance space, committed to providing opportunities for local artists to show their craft. Regular performances are held in a building which dates back to 1885 and has since filled many roles until becoming the cultural centre it is today.

• Web:

  www.brownsmart.com.au

• E-mail:

  admin@brownsmart.com.au

• Address:

  12 Smith Street, Darwin

• Phone:

  +61 8 8981 5522

Darwin Entertainment Centre

Darwin Entertainment Centre was recently renovated and is now better poised than ever to host world-class performances. The Darwin Symphony Orchestra appears there regularly, and the centre also hosts major international artists and theatre performances.

• Web:

  www.yourcentre.com.au

• E-mail:

  communications@yourcentre.com.au

• Address:

  93 Mitchell Street, Darwin

• Phone:

  +61 8 8980 3333

Darwin Sailing Club

This is not an up-market sailing club, but it is one of the best places to sip drink and watch the sun set over the Indian Ocean. The lovely waterfront bistro is also a popular al fresco dining option.

• Web:

  www.dwnsail.com.au

• E-mail:

  admin@dwnsail.com.au

• Address:

  8 Atkins Drive, Fannie Bay, Darwin

• Phone:

  +61 8 8981 1700

Jabiru Bar

Located in the Novotel Darwin Hotel, Jabiru Bar is a tropical cocktail bar set among palm trees, flowers, and flowing water. It is a good alternative from the Mitchell Street pubs for a quiet and more sophisticated evening drink, especially during the daily happy hour from 5:30pm–6:30pm.

• Web:

  www.novotel.com/gb/hotel-1748-novotel-darwin-cbd/index.shtml

• Address:

  100 Esplanade, Darwin

• Phone:

  +61 8 8941 0755

• Opening hours:

  Open 24 hours

• More info:

  Located at the Novotel Darwin atrium

Lizards Sports Bar

Lizards Sports Bar is a huge venue with dining and bar areas, as well as sports events on large screens. The menu includes a great mix of pub food and modern dishes, ranging from salads and light snacks to heartier options like steak, pizza, and many more.

• Web:

  www.lizardsbar.com.au

• E-mail:

  info@lizardsbar.com.au

• Address:

  105 Mitchell Street, Darwin

• Phone:

  +61 8 8946 3000

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

This hotel/resort has a beautiful beachside location with several restaurants and bars, ranging from fine dining to more affordable eating options, and it has the only full casino in the Northern Territory.

• Address:

  Gilruth Avenue, Darwin

• Phone:

  +61 8 8943 8888

• Tickets:

  www.mindilbeachcasinoresort.com.au

Cafe 21 Smith

Cafe 21 has a central Darwin location for al fresco dining away from traffic. It is a popular morning coffee and lunchtime venue, with great breakfasts and snack foods. The displays are lined with hot and cold food, including fresh sandwiches, wraps, and baguettes, as well as large salads, cakes, and gluten free sweets.

• Web:

  www.cafe21.com.au

• E-mail:

  cafe21@bji.com.au

• Address:

  109 Smith Street, Darwin

• Phone:

  +61 8 7917 8703

• Opening hours:

  Daily 6am–2pm

Eva's Cafe at the Botanical Gardens

Boasting a location like no other in the city, in the Wesleyan Church at the Darwin Botanical Gardens, Eva's Cafe offers a truly unique cafe experience, with fantastic coffee (expertly prepared by great baristas), full breakfasts and a complete lunch menu.

• Web:

  www.botanicgardenscafe.com.au

• E-mail:

  info@botanicgardenscafe.com.au

• Address:

  George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens, Gardens Road, Darwin

• Phone:

  +61 447 474 776

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 8am–3pm, Sat–Sun 7am–3pm

• More info:

  Great place for high tea

Four Birds

It's hard to think of a better setting for breakfast than the quaint courtyard at Four Birds, under cover of frangipani trees. Sandwiches, bagels, panini, smashed avocado on sourdough bread, as well as sweets like muffins, make lazy late afternoon brunches the house speciality.

• E-mail:

  diana@fourbirds.com.au

• Address:

  2/32 Smith Street, Darwin

• Phone:

  +61 451 821 807

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 7am–2pm, Sat 8am–1pm

Karma Cafe and Fitness

Karma Cafe is all about healthy living, catering to fitness enthusiasts and anyone who likes to take care of themselves. Healthy and tasty meals are served, along with fresh fruit juices and smoothies, salads and raw cakes, all of them made fresh with the best ingredients.

• Web:

  www.karmacafe.net.au

• E-mail:

  karmacafeandfitness@gmail.com

• Address:

  119/12 Salonika Street, Parap

• Phone:

  +61 449 073 902

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 7am–2pm, Sat–Sun 7:30am–2pm

Laneway Specialty Coffee

Laneway is a sleek, modern, open-concept cafe that focuses on specialty coffee, simple fresh food and family friendly service. They offer vegetarian and gluten-free options, as well as organic sourdough and fresh sweets, pastries and desserts baked daily. 7:00 TO 3:00 WEEKDAYS 7:30 TO 3:00 SATURDAY 8:00 TO 2:30 SUNDAY & PUB HOLIDAYS

• Web:

  www.lanewaycoffee.com.au

• E-mail:

  eat@lanewaycoffee.com.au

• Address:

  4/1 Vickers Street, Parap, Darwin

• Phone:

  +61 8 8941 4511

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 7am–3pm, Sat 7:30–3pm, Sun 8am–2:30pm

Moorish Cafe

Moorish Cafe was established in 2002 and quickly became known as a food lover’s haven. The menu is inspired by the flavours of Spain, the Mediterranean and Northern Africa, with starters like tapas and main dishes like Portuguese seafood and roasted duck leg.

• Web:

  www.moorishcafe.com.au

• E-mail:

  gertrude@moorishcafe.com.au

• Address:

  37 Knuckey Street, Darwin

• Phone:

  +61 8 8981 0010