Eating in Darwin: Fannie Bay

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Best known for its views and pricey real estate, the assortment of dining in Fannie Bay is considerably less expensive than the housing. You can drink a glass of sparkling with breakfast at Cornucopia Museum Café, but be sure to book, it’s always busy. Across the road is the Darwin Ski Club, where the food is pub-style with harbour views. Try The Cool Spot Cafe, a trendy hangout that offers great light meals and snacks. The seafood dishes are a highlight at Pee Wee’s at The Point, especially the soft shell mud crab.

• Cornucopia Museum Cafe, Conacher Street, Fannie Bay, Darwin, ☎ +61 (8) 8981 1002, www.cornucopiadarwin.com.au. The fully licensed Cornucopia Museum Cafe is located adjacent to the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory in Fannie Bay, harbour side overlooking the tropical museum gardens and the Timor Sea.

• Pee Wee's at the Point, Alec Fong Lim Drive, East Point Reserve, Fannie Bay, Darwin, ☎ +61 (8) 8981 6868, www.peewees.com.au. Nestled amongst tropical palms and with the quiet natural ambience of the surrounds and multitude of wildlife that frequents the area, makes Pee Wee’s at the Point an unforgettable Territory harbour side dining experience. The menu aims to reflect the produce, climate and multiculturalism of the Northern Territory. It showcases the best and freshest local produce and ingredients and incorporates them into the menu. From local saltwater barramundi, tiger prawns, tropical fruit and locally grown Asian vegetables. The best of the Northern Territory is on show. Dine al fresco on the patio and take in the sunset views across Fannie Bay or inside in the architecturally designed restaurant which is fully licensed.

• Boomel Waterhole, a waterhole
• Boowamboo Waterhole, a waterhole

• www.cornucopiadarwin.com.au
• www.peewees.com.au