Charlie's of Darwin

Charlie’s of Darwin sits in the heart of the CBD as a vibrant celebration of the Northern Territory. It serves as the home of Darwin Distilling Co., founded by Bec to craft gin from native botanicals and local ingredients. House-distilled spirits feature Kakadu plum and native lemongrass, while the food menu showcases the best of the region's land and sea.

The dishes highlight a tropical climate and a diverse landscape. Freshly baked focaccia arrives warm, paired with seasonal butter or saltbush dukkah and olive oil. Small plates draw inspiration from multicultural NT influences. Steamed bao buns hold pan-fried duck breast and slaw, and the salmon ceviche gains a sharp edge from house gin sorbet, nashi pear, and kipfler crisps.

Large plates offer unique local flavours, such as the tea-smoked kangaroo with regional vegetables and blueberry glaze, or the crocodile dumplings served with Szechuan numbing sauce and Davidson plum. Desserts lean into nostalgia, featuring pavlova with pandan-infused chantilly cream or panna cotta scented with galangal.

Charlie’s of Darwin provides a compelling reason to linger, whether for sunset drinks or late-night snacks. Pull up a stool, follow the scent of the botanicals, and let the evening be gin.