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Darlings Pasta Club, Darwin City, AU-NT

Darlings Pasta Club

4.2
4.2
92 Reviews
$40 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
We are here to make a fresh seasonal menu of hand made artisan style pasta. Whilst we believe in honouring the traditional techniques of pasta making from Italy. We do not consider ourselves an authentic italian Restaurant rather an ode to traditional techniques with our own spin.

Please sit back, relax and enjoy the pasta .

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Modern Australian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (08) 7978 8679
  • Website
    http://www.darlings-pastaclub.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cheque Gourmet, Diners Club, Discover, Eurocheque Card, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We can cook catering size dishes available for pick up for your next special event.
  • Private party facilities
    We have space to host events and functions from small occasions to large occasions! Email us today for more info darlings.darwin@gmail.com
  • Location
    66 Smith St, Darwin City, AU-NT 0800
  • Area
    Darwin City
  • Cross Street
    Corner of Smith and Searcy street - Entrance via Searcy or Smith
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Public bus stop and taxi rank located one block away at the Woolworths complex
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wine

Offers

  • Amore Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 17:00 - 18:00
    5:00pm - 6:00pm every day $10 Aperitif Cocktails $12 Classic Cocktails $6 Sangria $6 Peroni Nastro Azzurro $4 Arancini $20 Classic Pastas (Spaghetti Bolognese, Tagliatelle Blanca, Carbonara Penne, Vegan Bolognese)

    Amore Hour photo

Menu

Small Plates

  • Marinated OlivesA$8.00

    Mixed olives with house marinade (ve) (gf)

    • Garlic Ciabatta - WholeA$16.00

      Whole handmade ciabatta loaf (v)

      • BugsA$28.00

        Lashings burnt butter sauce, salted capers (gf)

        • Arancini Ball A$6.00

          Mushroom, truffle aioli, parmesan (v)

          • CharcuterieA$24.00

            Cold cuts, olives, anchovies, two cheese, pickled veg, sourdough (gfo)

            • Ricotta DipA$14.00

              Whipped ricotta, crushed olives, orange chutney, pistachio, foccacia (gfo)

              • Kangaroo CarpaccioA$24.00

                Cured kangaroo, aioli, crushed olives, micro herbs, focaccia (gfo)

                Insalata

                • Leafy GreenA$12.00

                  Leaves, pickled apple, parmesan [add proscuitto +8] (v) (gf)

                  • Tomato MedleyA$17.00

                    Marinated tomatoes, basil, buffalo mozzarella (veo) (gf)

                    Meats

                    • Darlings DuckA$28.00

                      Cooked medium, orange chutney (gf)

                      • Veal CutletA$68.00

                        450g cooked medium rare with your choice of ricotta gnocchi, salsa verde or bolognese

                        Handmade Pasta

                        All pasta made 100% in house by hand. Gluten free and vegan available on some dishes. Please leave a note if you require GF

                        • Spaghetti BologneseA$32.00

                          Darlings bolognese, parsley, parmesan (vo) (veo) (gfo)

                          • Tagliatelle BlancaA$28.00

                            Cultured herb butter, parmesan

                            • Penne CarbonaraA$32.00

                              Speck, parmesan, herbs, darlings carbonara sauce (gfo)

                              • Chorizo PappardelleA$37.00

                                Darlings made chorizo, marinated olives, napoli sauce (gfo)

                                • Prawn TagliatelleA$39.00

                                  Butter sauce, mixed shrooms, chili (gfo)

                                  • Kanga RagoutA$40.00

                                    Slow cooked kangaroo in a traditional gravy based ragout, house made pappardelle pasta, parmesan, parsley

                                    • Pumpkin TortelliniA$38.00

                                      Handmade, burnt butter and sage sauce, toasted pine nuts

                                      • Ricotta GnocchiA$34.00

                                        Quattro formagio sauce, mixed shrooms, parmesan, parsley

                                        • Paccheri NapoliA$32.00

                                          Cut pasta sheets, Stracciatella, toasted sesame, chili napoli sauce

                                          • Spaghetti VerdeA$32.00

                                            Spaghetti, toasted pepitas, parmiagiana, fior di latte, salsa verde. Please note this is not a piping hot pasta dish, it is meant to be served cool.

                                            Dolce

                                            • Darlings Famous TiramisuA$18.00

                                              Made with fresh Mecca espresso (v)

                                              • LimongatoA$16.00

                                                House made limoncello, crushed meringue, vanilla ice cream (v) (gf)

                                                • Pistachio AffogatoA$16.00

                                                  House espresso, pistachio liqueur, vanilla ice cream (v) (gf)

                                                  • White Chocolate Panna CottaA$18.00

                                                    Passionfruit and caramelised white choc (gf)

                                                    • CannoliA$8.00

                                                      Hand made, citrus ricotta, pistachio, sugar dust (v)

                                                      • Chocolate FondantA$22.00

                                                        Baked pudding, lava centre, fig jam, vanilla anglaise (v)

                                                        • Snickers TorteA$19.00

                                                          House made peanut & chocolate torte, peanut soil, caramel sauce

                                                          Last updated: 18 October 2024

                                                          What 92 people are saying

                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

                                                          Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                          4.2
                                                          4.2 based on recent ratings
                                                          • 4.3Food
                                                          • 4.3Service
                                                          • 4.4Ambience
                                                          • 4.1Value

                                                          Noise • Moderate

                                                          Review summary

                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                          Darlings Pasta Club offers an exceptional dining experience with "incredible food" and a "lovely ambience." Known for its delicious pastas, including standout dishes like prawn tagliatelle and ricotta gnocchi, it is perfect for intimate gatherings. While service is generally "fantastic," vegetarian options could be expanded. Overall, a "hidden gem" in Darwin.

                                                          92 Reviews

                                                          1. David

                                                            NT

                                                            1 review

                                                            2.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined on 16 November 2024

                                                            1. Overall 2
                                                            2. Food 3
                                                            3. Service 2
                                                            4. Ambience 2
                                                            Dirty plates, one fantastic dish and one dud. Very long wait between entrees and mains up to 45 minutes. I would have ordered dessert but I was afraid of waiting another 45 minutes. Good food but inconsistent service and quality between dishes.

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                                                          2. Courtney

                                                            Victoria

                                                            1 review

                                                            5.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined on 11 November 2024

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Great harmony between each plate, fresh, seasonal and all made with love.

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                                                          3. Sierra

                                                            NT

                                                            1 review

                                                            5.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined on 4 November 2024

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                            Delicious food, lighting was a bit too dark so made it hard to see for my grandparents but other than that was perfect

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                                                          4. Ayla

                                                            NT

                                                            1 review

                                                            5.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined on 16 October 2024

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Absolutely amazing place, I love going here every time, it never disappoints.

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                                                          5. OpenTable Diner

                                                            NT

                                                            1 review

                                                            5.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined on 16 October 2024

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Incredible food. Highly recommend the bugs for entree and pumpkin tortellini

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                                                          6. Elysha

                                                            NT

                                                            1 review

                                                            5.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined on 3 October 2024

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Absolute superb food, cocktails and wine. My partner spoiled me for my birthday and all the food was to die for! The best meal I’ve had in a very long time.

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                                                          7. Brendan

                                                            NT

                                                            1 review

                                                            4.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined on 21 September 2024

                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                            2. Food 4
                                                            3. Service 4
                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                            The service was fantastic and the meal was delicious. All dishes we had were great. Some of the dishes on the menu were not available which was disappointing. Overall an amazing venue with equally amazing staff.

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                                                          8. Carleen

                                                            NT

                                                            1 review

                                                            5.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined on 29 August 2024

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Hands down my favourite restaurant in Darwin. I dream about the bugs with lashings of butter and capers and the prawn tagliatelle hence I try to get back as often as I can. Would thoroughly recommend.

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                                                          9. Bob

                                                            Denver

                                                            12 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            12 reviews

                                                            Dined on 6 August 2024

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Had the duck, tomato salad and pasta with mushrooms - all superb.

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                                                          10. OpenTable Diner

                                                            Melbourne

                                                            1 review

                                                            2.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined on 27 July 2024

                                                            1. Overall 2
                                                            2. Food 2
                                                            3. Service 2
                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                            My green pasta dish looked great but was cold and rather tasteless. Disappointing.

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                                                          FAQs

                                                          Darlings Pasta Club offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (08) 7978 8679.

                                                          Darlings Pasta Club is rated 4.2 stars by 92 OpenTable diners.

                                                          Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                          Make a booking

                                                          2 people
                                                          19:00

                                                          Order delivery or takeout

                                                          Google Map for Darlings Pasta Club

                                                          66 Smith St, Darwin City, AU-NT 0800

                                                          Dining areas

                                                          Additional information

                                                          • Cross Street
                                                            Corner of Smith and Searcy street - Entrance via Searcy or Smith
                                                          • Area
                                                            Darwin City
                                                          • Hours of Operation
                                                            Mon–Sat 17:00–21:00
                                                          • Price
                                                            $40 and under
                                                          • Cuisines
                                                            Italian, Modern Australian
                                                          • Dining style
                                                            Casual Dining
                                                          • Dress code
                                                            Casual Dress
                                                          • Parking details
                                                            Street Parking
                                                          • Public transit
                                                            Public bus stop and taxi rank located one block away at the Woolworths complex
                                                          • Payment Options
                                                            AMEX, Cheque Gourmet, Diners Club, Discover, Eurocheque Card, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
                                                          • Additional
                                                            Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wine
                                                          • Website
                                                            http://www.darlings-pastaclub.com/
                                                          • Phone number
                                                            (08) 7978 8679
                                                          • Catering
                                                            We can cook catering size dishes available for pick up for your next special event.
                                                          • Private party facilities
                                                            We have space to host events and functions from small occasions to large occasions! Email us today for more info darlings.darwin@gmail.com
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