The 10 Best Bars in Darwin Right Now

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1. Hanky Panky

32 Mitchell St, Darwin

A beautiful cocktail lounge that will make you feel like you’re in New York.

Multi-award winning Darwin bartender Anneliese Grazioli has created a classy, beautiful & utterly delicious cocktail paradise right in the centre of the city.

HerTerritory pick: The AG Dirty Martini & the truffle, parmesan and gouda toastie

2. Stonehouse

33 Cavenagh St, Darwin

If you love wine, Stonehouse will deliver. A gorgeous courtyard as well intimate indoor spaces, & tapas-style dishes to keep you going. Perfect for anything from after-work drinks to a first date

HerTerritory pick: The orange wine (their choice is always good) & a plate of bruschetta

3. Oyster Bar

Darwin Waterfront

Beautiful sunset views, perfect people-watching, crisp aperol spritz’s and fresh oysters. You cannot go wrong with an afternoon at Oyster Bar.

HerTerritory pick: An Aperol Spritz & 12 - yes, 12 oysters. 4 Natural, 4 Oliver & 4 Kilpatrick.

4. Dom’s Bar

7/60 Aralia Street, Nightcliff

Recently renovated & bursting with cool vibes, Dom’s Bar is veerrry much one of the places to be right now. Delicious bar food that’s available until late, and cocktails that leave you wanting more. Pop in for the funky art and stay for the Territori-tini!

HerTerritory pick: The Territori-tini - White Rum, Mango Coco-Pandan, Salty Plum. So. Darn. Good. + the steamed dumplings with house-made chilli oil.

5. Lola’s Pergola

8 Pavonia Place, Nightcliff

48 Marina Boulevard, Cullen Bay

It’s always a party at Lolas. A massive outdoor carnival-style bar, with breathtaking views across Cullen Bay. Burgers galore & free sparkling water - does it get any better?

HerTerritory pick: A Mojito & the Gary Ablett

6. Charlie’s

56 Smith Street, Darwin

A rooftop bar with beautiful ambiance. A delicious restaurant with comfy couches. Charlie’s has it all. Head over for a refreshing G&T & chill jazz on a Friday arvo.

HerTerritory pick: Darwin Gin w/ blood orange

7. Babylon

35 Cavenagh Street, Darwin

Always busy, full of life, exciting tap brews & a killer espresso martini - go to Babylon later on in your night… for a memorable night you may not remember.

HerTerritory pick: A sambuca shot

8. Smoke & Oak

14 Dashwood Crescent, Darwin City

Late night bar snacks, bar-tenders that KNOW their drinks, and grungy jazz vibes - Smoke & Oak delivers on the fun. Perfect for date nights and group hangs alike - you will not be disappointed.

HerTerritory pick: A dirty martini (with 3 olives) + a po pia bucket

9. Deck Bar

22 Mitchell Street, Darwin

Right in the middle of the city. Pumpin’ tunes. Cooling water sprays. Always full with a diverse crowd. You can’t go wrong with Deck Bar for after-work drinks.

HerTerritory pick: The Froze is OUT of this world delicious. (Add a shot of vodka if you’re feeling extra Happy Friday!)

10. Trader Bar

3 Harriet Place, Darwin City

Beautiful decor, deliciously stunning cocktails and equally impressive indoor and outdoor spaces. Head to the Trader Bar for classy cocktails with the girls & keep an eye out for the incredibly friendly staff.

HerTerritory pick: The Flower Sour - vodka, aperol, elderflower, vanilla, lemon & cucumber. It’s a spring fling in a glass.