8 Best Seafood Restaurants in Darwin

2. Oyster Bar Darwin

• Address: 19 Kitchener Dr, Darwin City
• Favorite menu item: Oysters w/ Thai Salad & Sauce
• Price point: $$

Another stellar option in Darwin’s Waterfront Precinct, Oyster Bar pairs exceptional oysters and seafood platters with their extensive wine and beer menu. Looking out over the lagoon, the restaurant mixes the views, wine, and seafood to create a brilliant dining experience.

With the aid of Darwin’s quality fishing scene, the menu at Oyster Bar always presents the best of the regional produce. Yes, oyster lovers will have their fix, from smoked and steamed to boiled and broiled. But there’s more to the fun.

The shared food and platters bring the whole crew together after a day of adventure, fishing charters anyone? In addition, the Chilli Crab Pappardelle and Beer Battered Mackerel with satisfy even the most hungry traveller.

3. Crustaceans on the Wharf

• Address: 45 Stokes Hill Wharf, Stokes Hill Rd, Darwin City
• Favorite menu item: Australian Seafood Platter Deluxe
• Price point: $$

Many of the best Darwin Harbour cruises begin and end on the Stokes Hill Wharf. Trying to decide where to dine after your harbour trip? Crustaceans on the Wharf is a casual waterfront restaurant cooking up mouthwatering lobster, Moreton Bay Bugs, oysters and, yes, crocodiles.

Its location provides diners with fabulous views. These are only enhanced by the enormous outdoor terrace. As you watch the endless collection of boats heading in and out, you can share your grazing platter filled with mud crabs, prawns, calamari and more.

If this just isn’t enough to satisfy, the 500-gram Scotch fillet steak, served alongside half a grilled lobster ought to do the trick.

4. Seafood on Cullen

• Address: 51 Marina Blvd, Larrakeyah
• Favorite menu item: The Whole Seafood Buffet
• Price point: $$

On the lookout for an easy, fun and family-friendly seafood restaurant? Seafood on Cullen is an all-you-can-eat restaurant looking out over Cullen Bay.

Not only does it have a fantastic location, but it offers guests wonderful value. The large eatery is great for spending time with friends and family in a relaxed, low-key spot. You’ll have access to all your favourites from shellfish to fresh catch.

As you enjoy the beautiful views, you can also switch up the flavours. Seafood on Cullen has delicious carvory and Asian cuisine, which can cleanse the pallet before returning for more seafood.

5. Pee Wee’s at the Point

• Address:  Alec Fong Lim Dr, East Point
• Favorite menu item: Wild Caught Saltwater Barramundi Fillet
• Price point: $$

Featuring far-reaching views of Fannie Bay, Pee Wee’s at the Point, is a great way to enjoy Darwin’s spectacular golden hour. Making the most of the gorgeous surroundings, this seafood restaurant is enveloped by greenery and lush open lawns.

As the temperature drops along with the sun, kick back and enjoy the scenery and fantastic menu. The Taste Plate takes you on a journey through the Chef’s favourite entrees, including Cowell Oysters and Scallops Rockefeller. The mains are all about fresh catch, saltwater barra and local squid. You’ll find some classic Northern Territory cuisine too such as Bush Spiced Kangaroo.

6. Snapper Rocks

• Address: B2/7 Kitchener Dr, Darwin City
• Favorite menu item: Salt & Pepper Crocodile Bao Bun
• Price point: $$

Inspired by the country’s relaxed beach culture, Snapper Rocks is all about good times, fresh eats and refreshing drinks. Here, you’ll have your pick of sustainable local produce that trades artificial ingredients for natural and bold flavours.

This idea is executed throughout Snapper Rocks menu. Fresh catch like salmon, tuna and snapper find their way into delicious poke bowls. Bao buns are infused with crocodile and the revitalizing salads come with threadfin, watermelon and dukka. Yum!

Oysters and charcuterie boards top it off, along with the great location, steps from the waterfront.

7. Tim’s Surf & Turf

• Address: 10 Litchfield St, Darwin City
• Favorite menu item: The Seafood Basket
• Price point: $$

Tim’s Surf & Turf is a rustic, straightforward restaurant that is utterly Darwin. Where else in the world would a restaurant have a pet saltwater croc?

With plenty of outdoor seating, you can dine inside or enjoy the wonderful evening temperatures. Great for the whole family, you’ll find croc schnitzel, local barra, and enormous seafood baskets

Not just known for its seafood, Tim’s serves up some of the best steaks in the city with some handy Italian options.

8. Frying Nemo Fish and Chips

• Address: 10/90 Frances Bay Dr, Stuart Park
• Favorite menu item: The Crocodile Burger
• Price point: $

Consistently rated as having the best fish and chips in the Northern Territory, Frying Nemo has the whole crew covered. It may be fast, easy, and utterly delicious, but this fresh seafood spot isn’t your regular Friday night, post-school hot spot.

Frying Nemo Fish and Chips is set along the water on the Marina at Tipperary Waters. The fully licensed venue allows you to forego the takeaway and enjoy the mouthwatering seafood eats, the splendid view, and the company of friends over a cold beverage.

You won’t have to settle for your classic battered flake. Supporting NT Caught, Frying Nemo has fresh barramundi, crocodile, Spanish mackerel, king threadfin, and more. Some can even be packaged into a memorable burger.

Dine and Stay in Darwin

Darwin is renowned for its exceptional seafood scene. From its mix of harbours, waterways, flats, and open oceans, the term fresh catch is always accurate.

From the fun afternoons by the beach to the balmy evenings, the best seafood restaurants in Darwin are the perfect complement to your experience.

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