Nirvana - DARWIN CITY

I was visiting from Melbourne and read that Nirvana was an excellent option for dinner, drinks and live music. It did not disappoint. In fact, I attended with my friends two nights in a row. The first night was just for cocktails and music, the following night included dinner. Lovely fresh Asian-style food, great cocktail options with the bartender even offering to make us an off-menu creation to suit our palates and very high calibre music both nights. Great setting, super attentive service, really quirky decor, dark and moody which was fabulous. Highly recommend a visit whether you're a traveller or a local!

After reading the reviews we decided to have Indian food at Nirvana. The food is no way near any Indian dish. Every dish we ordered was full of coconut cream. We ordered Roti to our surprise we were served a 200mm diameter frozen Roti heated up on a hot plate and cut out into 4 for the price of $5.00. Will not be recommending anyone looking for Indian dishes in Darwin.

Excellent service and awesome value for money. We were slotted in without a booking and made feel very welcome. The meals were huge and we were offered a takeaway container for leftovers. Great ambiance this restaurant is a hidden gem!

Last meal before moving away from Darwin, and Nirvana impressed as usual. We have been here many times before (dine in, Smoke and Oak, and takeaway) and we have never been disappointed. My wife chose a couple of vegan dishes (there's a good selection, or options are available), while I had the spring rolls and yellow thread fin curry. Delightful! Great wine selections too, and the beer and spirits range should satisfy most tastes. We would always recommend Nirvana, not only for the food as explained above but the staff are always terrific upbeat, knowledgeable and always happy to help. If you are in Darwin visiting or if you have lived here a while and haven't tried it, we highly recommend Nirvana.

An ex-Darwin resident recommended this restaurant. It is a recognised institution in the area. Don 't be put off by the frontage. Behind the rather ordinary exterior is a very cool cocktail lounge: Smoke and Oak and the restaurant is behind this. AMAZING Indian food. The menu is creative and comprehensive. The beef patty entree deserves a better title than just a 'patty '. The crunchy coating and succulent center were spectacular. Chicken curry out of this world and the most tender, lightly spiced squid. If you are in Darwin, do not miss out on this experience.