#1
Alberto’s Cafe
Read 361 reviewsReputation score: 99/100
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2026 rankings NT
50 Best Cafes
in Darwin
Compare the top 50 cafes in Darwin, ranked by Google reviews and business profile details.
Collected 26 September 2026 · 19,376 reported Google reviews across 73 businesses
See the 50 listings ↓Top 50 Cafes in Darwin, NT
1–50 of 73The shortlist
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, Alberto’s Cafe (4.9 stars from 361 Google reviews), MEOW WAFFEE - Meow Waffles & Coffee (4.8 stars from 321 Google reviews) and Perk and Palate (4.8 stars from 275 Google reviews) lead LocalLocal's Darwin cafes ranking.
The score describes the public review record. Read recent reviews and confirm the job with the business before booking.
#2
MEOW WAFFEE - Meow Waffles & Coffee
Read 321 reviewsReputation score: 98/100
#3
Perk and Palate
Read 275 reviewsReputation score: 98/100
#4
KOPI Stop
Read 767 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
#5
COFFEE MAN
Read 274 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
#6
Rapid Cafe japanese Cuisine
Read 261 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
#7
The Harvest Press
Read 241 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
#8
The Loose Goose Bar
Read 206 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
#9
Cafe Central Darwin
Read 423 reviewsReputation score: 96/100
#10
Fresh Point Co. Parap
Read 337 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#11
Fresh Point Co. Bellamack
Read 748 reviewsReputation score: 94/100
#12
Dukes Cafe + Eatery
Read 270 reviewsReputation score: 94/100
#13
Mt. 8848 Cafe and Restaurant
Read 265 reviewsReputation score: 94/100
#14
Brew By Maya
Read 114 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#15
The Foreshore
Read 1,464 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#16
The Fannie Bay Coolspot
Read 1,402 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#17
Eva's Botanic Gardens Cafe
Read 1,191 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens, 200 Gardens Rd, The Gardens Northern Territory 0820
0413 241 447botanicgardenscafe.com.au#18
The Rabbithole
Read 712 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
Paspalis centre point building, M19 48-50, Darwin City Northern Territory 0800
0498 073 123opentable.com.au#19
Ray's Cafe & Patisserie
Read 682 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#20
Ruby G's Canteen
Read 490 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#21
Saltwater @ Bundilla
Read 328 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#22
Four Birds Cafe ni Isabella
Read 200 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#23
Cafe 21 Smith
Read 864 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#24
De La Plage
Read 728 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#25
SweetBrew & Co.
Read 622 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#26
Gloria Jean's Casuarina Square
Read 419 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#27
The 1995
Read 306 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
2/35 Cavenagh St, Darwin City Northern Territory 0800
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Mad Snake Cafe
Read 200 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
28 Austin Ln, Darwin City Northern Territory 0800
0416 784 968#29
Fresh Point Cafe. Nightcliff
Read 189 reviewsReputation score: 89/100
#30
The Greenhouse
Read 156 reviewsReputation score: 89/100
#31
Karma Cafe
Read 190 reviewsReputation score: 88/100
#32
Soul Origin Casuarina Square
Read 165 reviewsReputation score: 88/100
#33
Laneway Coffee, Darwin
Read 1,048 reviewsReputation score: 87/100
4/1 Vickers St, Parap Northern Territory 0820
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Bustard Town
Read 212 reviewsReputation score: 87/100
Nuttall Pl, Darwin City Northern Territory 0800
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Aunties Darwin
Read 73 reviewsReputation score: 86/100
#36
Beans N' More
Read 64 reviewsReputation score: 86/100
#37
Mập Mập Cafe - The Piggy Coffee | Coffee, Brunch, Bánh mì, Phở
Read 60 reviewsReputation score: 86/100
#38
The Coffee Club Café
Read 388 reviewsReputation score: 86/100
#39
The Coffee Club Oasis
Read 204 reviewsReputation score: 86/100
#40
Territory True Cafe
Read 88 reviewsReputation score: 85/100
#41
Fresh Lane Cafe Darwin
Read 79 reviewsReputation score: 85/100
#42
Mamma's Kitchen Cafe Palmerston
Read 78 reviewsReputation score: 85/100
#43
Jay's Coffee Bar
Read 68 reviewsReputation score: 85/100
#44
Postie Coffee
Read 144 reviewsReputation score: 84/100
11 Bennett St, Darwin City Northern Territory 0800
0450 404 621#45
Quarter
Read 100 reviewsReputation score: 84/100
2/44 The Mall, Darwin City Northern Territory 0800
0467 328 999#46
Speaker's Corner Café
Read 97 reviewsReputation score: 83/100
Parliament House, 15 Mitchell St, Darwin City Northern Territory 0800
(08) 8946 1439speakerscornercafe.online#47
The Koffee DecK
Read 89 reviewsReputation score: 83/100
#48
Daily Eatz
Read 67 reviewsReputation score: 83/100
#49
Cliffside Grocers
Read 21 reviewsReputation score: 82/100
#50
The Coffee Club
Read 428 reviewsReputation score: 82/100
Showing 50 of 73 businesses. This ranking covers Greater Darwin, including its suburbs. This is not a complete census. How we rank them →
What the numbers say about cafes in Darwin
LocalLocal's Darwin capture includes 73 cafes with 19,376 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.7 stars, backed by a median of 144 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 cafes in Darwin and the evidence behind this list.
Who leads LocalLocal's Darwin cafes ranking?
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, the highest-scoring businesses are Alberto’s Cafe (4.9 stars from 361 Google reviews); MEOW WAFFEE - Meow Waffles & Coffee (4.8 stars from 321 Google reviews); Perk and Palate (4.8 stars from 275 Google reviews). These positions describe our captured review record, not a guarantee about the work.
How are cafes 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 cafes in Darwin?
The 73 cafes captured for Darwin hold 19,376 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.7 stars and the median review count is 144. 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.