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Nirvana
Nirvana bugs
Mentioned multiple times as a standout dish for being very fresh, flavourful, and one of the best meals reviewers had; it was especially praised with coconut rice.
Penang curry
Recommended for being fresh, tasty, and delicious, with one review calling it a highlight and another saying it was a great main dish.
Pandan chicken parcels
Praised for its crispy exterior, juicy interior, and strong pandan aroma, making it one of the most memorable dishes in the reviews.
Tandoori chicken
Recommended for its well-seasoned flavour and enjoyable dipping sauce; multiple reviewers ordered it and described it as very nice or tasty.
Oysters
Repeatedly recommended because they were fresh and well presented with a tasty garnish, with one reviewer explicitly saying to try them.
Pakora
Included in positive shared-plate meals and described as perfect, with reviewers enjoying it as part of a great selection of small bites.
Massaman beef
Recommended by name as a dish to try, with the reviewer saying it was very good and part of an overall meal where nothing disappointed.
Jungle curry
Praised as awesome and especially satisfying for someone who likes curries, making it a standout among the dishes ordered.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:30 to 8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 to 8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 to 8:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 5:30 to 9 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Nirvana
Cool restaurant with chesterfield couches and live music, serving Thai, Indian and Malaysian dishes.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Live music
Popular for
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Nirvana known for?
Nirvana is especially known for curries, Thai dishes, and its live music nights in Darwin City. Reviewers repeatedly highlight the cocktail list and dishes like jungle curry, Pad Thai, and Penang curry sauce as reasons to go.
What dishes are most recommended at Nirvana?
Reviewers most often recommend the pandan chicken parcels, Nirvana bugs with coconut rice, jungle curry, and bug tails with Penang curry sauce. Other frequently mentioned dishes include Pad Thai, tandoori chicken, pakoras, and banana spring rolls for dessert.
What is the atmosphere like at Nirvana?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, romantic, and trendy, with booths and intimate seating that work well for dates, groups, and solo diners. Guests also mention live music and open mic nights, which add a lively but still comfortable feel.
Is Nirvana good value, and what is the price range?
Nirvana is in the A$40–60 range, and several reviewers say the food and special menus are reasonably priced or worth the wait. Some note that certain mains do not include rice, so value can depend on what you order.
How busy does Nirvana get, and should you book ahead?
It can get very busy, especially on Valentine’s Day and other dinner rushes, and reviewers mention waiting for both tables and food. Dinner reservations are recommended, which makes sense if you want a smoother visit in Darwin City.
Is parking available at Nirvana?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Nirvana have vegetarian options?
Yes, Nirvana offers vegetarian options.
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