Moorish Cafe

Char Restaurant is a Darwin dining experience that offers the best of fresh local produce, international and local wines and innovative cuisine within the beautiful surroundings of heritage-listed Admiralty House and its grounds. As its name implies, the specialty here is char-grilled steak. The consistent quality of the meat offered is substantially due to the fact that restaurateur John Kilroy is a nationally recognized beef judge.

An alluring, no-frills inner-city restaurant with a spice-laden menu. Why we love it: In Darwin's core, Moorish Café invites diners to traverse from Marrakech's vibrant markets to Mediterranean shores. An intricately-tiled facade catches the eye while streetside seating and classic French bistro chairs entice you to stay for a good time and a long time.

Moorish Cafe, located in the heart of Darwin CBD, is a popular choice for those seeking great food in a cozy atmosphere, offering a mix of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes. Aqua is another top Mediterranean restaurant in Darwin, offering a selection of dishes that cater to a variety of palates. Le Petit Chef provides a unique dining experience by combining Mediterranean cuisine with a French influence, captivating the taste buds of food enthusiasts visiting Darwin City.

You don’t often hear of Mediterranean and North African fusion in restaurants around town, but the clever chefs at Moorish manage to perfectly concoct these distinct cultures into one incredible menu bringing Spanish tapas into the 21st century with some stellar dishes. Focused on fresh seasonal produce, these punchy dishes and the moody atmosphere are the perfect antidote to a hectic work week stepping out for date night or a cheeky catch up with your besties.

Our rotating roster of restaurants includes Hanuman, Phat Mango, Aboriginal Bush Traders, PepperBerry Restaurant at the Hilton, Little Miss Korea, Moorish, Ruby, Char, Snapper Rocks, Roma Bar, Chow, Bannsang and other top dining places. Coffee, tea and standard soft drinks are included. During the short walk we’ll also show you cultural and historic landmarks and Darwin’s vibrant street artworks, many showcasing futuristic augmented reality.

Moorish Cafe serves more than 30 different tapas.Credit: Tourism NT. Moorish by name, moorish by nature, this jewel-box of a cafe has been serving Spanish, Mediterranean and North African cuisine in the heart of Darwin for almost 20 years. Can’t decide between the seared scallops with pomegranate and the Berber spiced kangaroo with tomato jam (the menu has more than 30 tapas) or perhaps the tagine of the day?

Moorish Café focuses on Tapas from around the world where local ingredients take the spotlight. The menu is inspired by the flavors of Spain, the Mediterranean and North Africa to transport guests through taste, to lands far away. In addition to an array of international tapas, you can also enjoy large plates such as Tagine of the day served with cous cous & grilled house bread.

For great Spanish tapas with a distinctly local accent, try the downtown Moorish Cafe (37 Knuckey Street, +61 (8) 8981 0010). Run by husband and wife team, Marc Wagnon and Gertrude Knight, it fuses a funky design with an innovative menu of tapas starting from A$2. “We got the idea of having a tapas restaurant after spending a lot of time in Spain,” explains Knight.

Moorish Cafe is where the flavors of Spain, the Mediterranean, and North Africa come alive. Located on the bustling Knuckey St in Darwin, it has been the city’s original tapas restaurant for over 20 years. The restaurant’s diverse menu, combined with its Mediterranean ambiance, makes it a must-visit spot in Darwin.

Nestled in the heart of Darwin, Moorish is a treasure trove for those seeking Mediterranean-inspired cooking experiences. Offering an array of tapas, shared plates, and a fine selection of wines, this vibrant eatery creates an ambiance that’s perfect for both intimate gatherings and social feasting.

There’s always a tagine of the day, as well as 30-plus excellent tapas dishes. Sample grilled local eggplant with pomegranate and yoghurt; Berber-spiced kangaroo with tomato jam; or pumpkin and fetta salad with basil and pine nuts. Telephone: 08 8981 0010 Web: Moorish Cafe.

Moorish Cafe is one of Darwin’s best restaurants, in the heart of Darwin city. Moorish Cafe has a great tapas and shared-plates menu inspired by flavours of Spain, the Mediterranean and Northern Africa. If you’re not interested in sharing, they’re happy for that too!

Moorish Cafe was established in 2002 and quickly became known as a food lover’s haven. The menu is inspired by the flavours of Spain, the Mediterranean and Northern Africa, with starters like tapas and main dishes like Portuguese seafood and roasted duck leg.

Seductive aromas emanate from this divine terracotta-tiled cafe fusing North African, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern delights. The tapas can be a bit hit-and-miss, but dishes such as the Berber-spiced kangaroo... Top ChoiceIndian in Darwin

Finally, Jimmy goes to Moorish Cafe, Darwin’s first tapas restaurant and talks to owner Marc Wagnan about how Darwin’s food scene has changed so rapidly. Jimmy tries their beef brisket showcasing local beef from Eva Valley Meats.

They specialize in using fresh local food and make Mediterranean and Spanish-influenced dishes. The tapas here are amazing, and there are so many choices – even for vegetarians!

Moorish Cafe in Darwin City offer an extensive menu of tapas and meals from Spain, the Mediterranean, and North Africa – and even better there are plenty of gluten-free options.