Words & Photos by Mel Brautigam
After a short hiatus for an exciting air conditioning upgrade in buildings 1, 2 and 3, the following seven restaurants are now open for business! We encourage you to get in and support them!
CHOW
Winner of the 2021 ‘Golden Bowl’ in the Darwin Laksa Festival. Chow is a vibrant South Vietnamese restaurant, sharing a variety of colourful and tasty dishes using fresh, local produce. The cool and casual restaurant is perfect for a meal or a drink, with indoor and outdoor dining under their patio.
Open 7 days I Lunch 11.30am – 2pm Dinner 5.30pm – 9pm
URBAN SPICE PANTRY RESTAURANT
Home to modern Indian cuisine, Urban Spice has a creative twist using Indian and South Asian flavours with the aim to foster the reversed legacy of Indian food. With an exciting cocktail list and even better wine selection from all across Australia. Urban Spice offers delicious food, fantastic views and a great ambiance.
Open 7 nights – 5.30pm-9.30pm
https://www.urbanspicerestaurant.com.au
HOT TAMALE
Hot Tamale has been loved by locals and tourists alike since November 2012. A Mexican inspired margarita and tequila bar set up as a restaurant, they serve dishes inspired by traditional Mexican flavours with a fresh and vibrant twist. The perfect venue for cocktails and share plates with friends or a cute date night with your loved one.
Open 7 days – 11.30am-9pm and later on Friday and Saturday nights
FIDDLERS GREEN
A fun ‘old-style’ Irish pub, Fiddlers Green has an extensive menu with a focus on delivering prime steak, seafood and traditional pub fare. Offering daily dinner specials from $20 and lunch specials from $15. With a large range of local and imported premium spirits, beers and wines as well as an extensive cocktail menu, 14 tap beers including the famous Guinness and Kilkenny ales.
Open 7 days I Monday – Friday 11am until late Saturday + Sundays 8am until late
https://www.fiddlersgreen.com.au
OYSTER BAR
The perfect location to sit and sip a cold beverage while embracing the waterfront setting. The Oyster Bar has an extensive choice of Australian wine and beer selections while enjoying delicious fresh chilled or grilled oysters, share plates and platters. All while overlooking their impeccable view of the beach lagoon and Darwin Waterfront parklands.
Open 7 days I 11am until late
https://www.oysterbar.com.au/darwin
BELLA BAR
With the vibrant essence of Mediterranean cuisine, Bella offers a fun and pretty atmosphere for a quiet drink with your loved one or a fun gathering with friends.
Making their own fresh pasta on premise, their chefs take great pride in crafting a contemporary spin on traditional Italian dishes. With a spacious alfresco area, Bella also makes for a great function area for all sized events.
Open 7 days I 11.30am until late
WHARF ONE FOOD & WINE
Nestled at the end of the Darwin Waterfront, Wharf One has magnificent views across the beach and recreational lagoon plus Stokes Hill Wharf. Their alfresco area hosts magical views, especially when cruise ships are in port. Their chefs have created a laid back, wood grilled dining experience. With regular menu changes to keep it fresh and exciting while sourcing local produce daily.
Open 7 days I Happy Hour from 4pm I Dinner service from 5pm
