#1
Moorish Cafe
Read 1,500 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
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2026 rankings NT
50 Best Bars & Pubs
in Darwin
Compare the top 50 bars & pubs in Darwin, ranked by Google reviews and business profile details.
Collected 26 September 2026 · 32,602 reported Google reviews across 61 businesses
See the 50 listings ↓Top 50 Bars & Pubs in Darwin, NT
1–50 of 61The shortlist
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, Moorish Cafe (4.7 stars from 1,500 Google reviews), One Mile Brewery (NT) (4.7 stars from 232 Google reviews) and The Loose Goose Bar (4.7 stars from 206 Google reviews) lead LocalLocal's Darwin bars & pubs ranking.
The score describes the public review record. Read recent reviews and confirm the job with the business before booking.
#2
One Mile Brewery (NT)
Read 232 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
#3
The Loose Goose Bar
Read 206 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
#4
Charlie's of Darwin
Read 422 reviewsReputation score: 96/100
Hidden entry on Austin Lane Enter where the roller shutter is and on the left take the lift, Darwin City NT 0800
0488 246 880charliesofdarwin.com.au#5
Stone House Wine Bar & Kitchen
Read 381 reviewsReputation score: 96/100
#6
BUB & SOOL Korean Restaurant
Read 341 reviewsReputation score: 96/100
#7
Zen Rooftop Bar
Read 274 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#8
Darwin Railway Club
Read 256 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#9
The Trader Bar
Read 223 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#10
Darwin Trailer Boat Club
Read 2,229 reviewsReputation score: 94/100
#11
Parap Tavern
Read 1,410 reviewsReputation score: 94/100
#12
The Cavenagh Hotel
Read 1,895 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#13
Shenannigans
Read 1,856 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#14
Airport Tavern
Read 1,124 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#15
Lola's Pergola Darwin
Read 1,103 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#16
Palmerston Tavern
Read 882 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
1110 Chung Wah Terrace, Palmerston City Northern Territory 0830
(08) 8932 1568palmerstontavern.com.au#17
Humpty Doo Tavern
Read 476 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#18
Madame Za Restaurant and Bar
Read 393 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#19
Sweethearts
Read 304 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#20
Beachfront Hotel
Read 1,866 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#21
Hotel Darwin
Read 1,232 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#22
Bill's Bar & Grill
Read 345 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#23
Nightcliff Sports Club
Read 225 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#24
Hanky Panky Lounge
Read 183 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#25
Monsoons Darwin
Read 1,757 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#26
Cazalys Palmerston Club
Read 763 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#27
Oyster Bar
Read 717 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#28
Flynns Palmerston
Read 295 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#29
Buff Club
Read 287 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#30
Hibiscus Tavern
Read 285 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#31
Beaver Brewery
Read 175 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
#32
The Precinct
Read 1,493 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
#33
Casuarina All Sports Club
Read 479 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
#34
Good Times Bar & Grill
Read 379 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
#35
Mayberry
Read 247 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
#36
The Last Supper Pizzarella
Read 298 reviewsReputation score: 89/100
1/35 Cavenagh St, Darwin City Northern Territory 0800
thelastsupper.com.au#37
Humpty Doo Hotel
Read 1,497 reviewsReputation score: 89/100
#38
Darwin River Tavern
Read 609 reviewsReputation score: 89/100
#39
The Landmark @ Gateway
Read 708 reviewsReputation score: 89/100
Cnr Roystonea Ave & Yarrawonga Cres, 1 Roystonea Ave, Palmerston City NT 0830
(08) 7979 0811thelandmark.bar#40
Breezes Bar & Bistro
Read 329 reviewsReputation score: 89/100
#41
Willing Distillery
Read 75 reviewsReputation score: 87/100
#42
Dock One Bar
Read 152 reviewsReputation score: 87/100
Stokes Hill Wharf, Dock 1 Stokes Hill Rd, Darwin City Northern Territory 0800
0499 112 111dockonebar.com.au#43
Noonamah Tavern
Read 654 reviewsReputation score: 86/100
1801 Stuart Hwy, Noonamah Northern Territory 0837
(08) 8988 1054#44
Flick’s
Read 132 reviewsReputation score: 86/100
#45
Virginia Tavern
Read 452 reviewsReputation score: 85/100
30 Virginia Rd, Virginia Northern Territory 0834
(08) 8980 5717#46
Smoke & Oak
Read 80 reviewsReputation score: 84/100
#47
Burrito Bar Casuarina
Read 272 reviewsReputation score: 84/100
#48
Rust Bar & Lounge
Read 137 reviewsReputation score: 83/100
Unit 7/60 Aralia St, Nightcliff Northern Territory 0810
rustbarandlounge.com.au#49
Babylon Bar Darwin
Read 129 reviewsReputation score: 82/100
Air Raid Arcade, Shop 18/35 Cavenagh St, Darwin City Northern Territory 0800
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Lizards Bar and Restaurant
Read 444 reviewsReputation score: 82/100
105 Mitchell St, Darwin City Northern Territory 0800
(08) 8946 3029Showing 50 of 61 businesses. This ranking covers Greater Darwin, including its suburbs. This is not a complete census. How we rank them →
What the numbers say about bars & pubs in Darwin
LocalLocal's Darwin capture includes 61 bars & pubs with 32,602 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.3 stars, backed by a median of 298 reviews.
A high average means more when plenty of people have contributed. Open the Google review link on a listing to check recent feedback about work like yours. Contact the business to confirm it serves your address.
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Questions about bars & pubs in Darwin and the evidence behind this list.
Who leads LocalLocal's Darwin bars & pubs ranking?
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, the highest-scoring businesses are Moorish Cafe (4.7 stars from 1,500 Google reviews); One Mile Brewery (NT) (4.7 stars from 232 Google reviews); The Loose Goose Bar (4.7 stars from 206 Google reviews). These positions describe our captured review record, not a guarantee about the work.
How are bars & pubs in Darwin ranked?
LocalLocal's score gives up to 50 points for rating quality, 30 for review volume and 20 for available profile details. Equal scores are ordered by star rating, then review count, then a stable business identifier. The method is published on our methodology page.
What does the review record look like for bars & pubs in Darwin?
The 61 bars & pubs captured for Darwin hold 32,602 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.3 stars and the median review count is 298. These figures describe our sample, not every local business.
What should I check before booking?
Confirm that the business serves your address and handles your type of work. Read recent Google reviews, ask about any relevant licences or registration, and get the scope and charges in writing.
How current are these details?
The listings were collected 26 September 2026. This is a dated snapshot, not a live Google feed. Confirm current hours, availability and pricing with the business.
Can a business update its listing?
Yes. Open the business profile and select Update details. Explain the correction and include a public source. Correction and removal requests are reviewed before the record changes.