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1. AK

   AmandaK

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined today

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   The food was out standing. Every bite had so much flavour.

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2. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined today

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   Amazing food and service! Food was so flavoursome and great for all people including those who are gluten free. We loved every minute of this restaurant.

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3. DE

   DavidE

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

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   An amazing food experience. Better than 5 star food. The cured snapper in particular was superb. I've always wondered how much hype went into MasterChef judging, but after tasting the snapper, the judges were justified in their rave review. The desert didn't match the standard of the other courses we tried (three starters and three mains)

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4. KB

   KymB

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

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   There wasn’t much to choose on the menu but the food we did choose was amazing. It was quite loud in the restaurant and we were sitting close to other tables but the atmosphere was vibrant and friendly. The staff were informative and helpful. A great evening overall.

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   nancy

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

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   Great new restaurant in Darwin. Delicious food, great service and loved that there was no music so we could talk to our friends whom we invited to join us after having eaten there two weeks ago. We'll be back again soon.

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6. SH

   SamanthaH

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 5 days ago

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   Excellent new restaurant. Food was amazing, service great. A little loud.

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7. AL

   AvocadoLover

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 5 days ago

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   Can’t say anything other than absolutely amazing!! The food is spectacular and so is the service. Restaurant is beautiful. I’m already excited for next time!

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8. SC

   SC27

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 5 days ago

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   Could not recommend more. Every single dish was phenomenal.

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9. MR

   MoniqueR

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

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   Service and food amazing. Couldn't ask for more. Great dining experience. Also noticed staff had a great team culture and looked like a happy place to work in. Will definitely be back.

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10. KJ

    KarenJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

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    Better than expected, amazing food and fantastic service

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11. SS

    SimonS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

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    food was great, music was too loud, the 2 hour limit on dining is a real downer as you feel pressured to eat and leave and not to enjoy the experience of dining out

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12. C

    Corey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

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    Multicultural Fine dining finally has made it too Darwin

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13. MD

    MareeD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 22, 2022

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    Lovely place tucked away in a lane way but right in cbd. Loved the roti vegetable dish and brownie and ice cream but lots of sharing plates at great prices. All cooked to perfection and the atmosphere was vibrant and filled with mostly young people but we still felt at home being an older couple. Highly recommend but book ahead.

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14. PE

    PamE

    Gold Coast

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 22, 2022

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    Amazing flavors Extensive menu Will definitely come back

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15. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 22, 2022

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    Amazing experience, the service and wait staff were all fantastic. Very friendly and genuine! Cocktails were a spin on some classics which I loved! Food was out of this world good! Intimate, moody dining, with enough space that it didn’t feel crowded. I will definitely be back to try more of the menu. Minoli and the team have done a fantastic job of bringing Sri Lanka to Darwin. 10/10 experience. Note: Kiwi fruit curry is a must have! 🥝

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16. JM

    JoMuzz

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 18, 2022

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    Delicious food in a vibrant new Darwin restaurant. Pork belly in a curry sauce was outstanding, snapper in a creamy dish with cumin and curry leaves gorgeous, accompanied by big flaky roti bread. Pizzini prosecco to start followed by Alphabox and dice Chardonnay with lychee notes were delightful. Can't wait to return.

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17. MH

    MichaelH

    Melbourne

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2022

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    Food was good… menu is a little limited. Staff were great .. we had a minor hiccough but it was addressed by the front of house manager.

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18. F

    Foody

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 18, 2022

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    signature entree was sublime. thrilled to have a masterchef experience in Darwin.

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19. T

    Trace

    Northern Territory

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2022

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    Sensational dinner with friends. Delicious food...tried all of the entrees which were amazing and the pork dish and roti dish were brilliant. Wonderful modern dishes. Thanks Ella

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20. DJ

    DocJJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 17, 2022

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    Best food in Darwin, Best experience in Darwin! A must!

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21. K

    Kate

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 16, 2022

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    Delightful food, amazing service, and a late last minute booking. Darwin's best restaurant.

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22. WZ

    WillZ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 15, 2022

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    There were some Cocktails which came in cute little elephant cups. All drinks should come in this!!!! This is the new Too restaurant in Darwin - perfect for the most special of occasions. Well done!

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23. BD

    BrittanyD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 15, 2022

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    Amazing service and the food was incredible! We loved every dish and will certainly be returning to try those we didn't have this time. The kiwifruit curry is a must try!

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24. NP

    NandiniP

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 11, 2022

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    The eggplant moju, prawns (entree) and dhal were delicious! Good recommendations by staff and good ambience! The only negative was our water was not topped up. Will be back to try more of the menu soon!

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25. TH

    TrishaH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 11, 2022

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    A wonderful food, wine and dining experience. Such a creative food and wine menu. A special thank you to Paul and Mary for making it such a lovely evening. A great addition to Darwin's culinary scene and cannot wait to go back.

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26. KE

    KateE

    Tasmania

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 10, 2022

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    The food at Ella by Minoli was amazing! We were so excited that it was open for our holiday to Darwin from Tasmania. It exceeded already high expectations!

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27. A

    Ashlee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 9, 2022

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    The best dining experience I have had in the NT. Exceptional in every aspect.

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28. AH

    AmandaH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 9, 2022

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    Amazing food and service. Absolutely recommend and so pleased to have this new restaurant in Darwin

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    zoem

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 9, 2022

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    Hello, We went last night to celebrate two birthdays and to celebrate the gorgeous Minoli! The only disappointing thing was dessert; we ordered two serves and by the time they got to us, it was like drinking a milkshake. The ice-cream was so melted and soft. I don't like to criticise usually, but because you've just opened, I think you should know. The rest of our food was truly delicious. With thanks, Zoe (Mathers)

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30. LB

    LibbyB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 8, 2022

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    Fantastic staff, delicious food and a great atmosphere. Will definitely be back!

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31. P

    Penny

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 8, 2022

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    Ella is the best dining experience I have had in Darwin in quite some time. The food is outstanding with fresh and innovative flavors. There is a wide selection of dishes including excellent vegetarian. Highly recommend.

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32. RP

    ReneeP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 8, 2022

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    By far one of the best restaurants in Darwin. The menu was fabulous, especially the starters. It was child friendly and the staff went above and beyond to ensure the experience was high quality. We will definitely be back again.

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33. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Northern Territory

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2022

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    What a refreshing Darwin experience. Food, service, ambience were all worth the trek. Will definitely rebook, recommend for groups and couples. Flavours were rich and for once I didn’t need to add salt. Minoli and her team are an asset to the culinary circle in Darwin. Thanks for your everything 🌻

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34. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 4, 2022

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    Have been following Manoli on socials for years so was very excited to experience her cooking first hand & the restaurant just happened to open up when we were up here from Melbourne. It didn’t disappoint at all. The Snapper Entree was a stand out as were the balls. Main eggplant curry was silky & smooth followed by a lighter pork belly curry. Would definitely recommend Ella. Staff were very good & professional. It had only been open for 3 days & while we dined there we no hiccups which was great.

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35. DB

    DeanB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 4, 2022

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    Minoli, we've been waiting and hoping you'd open a restaurant here in Darwin from your first season and it absolutley did not dissapoint. We couldn't tell you which dish we preferred because they were all perfectly balanced, full of flavour and just divine. Thankyou for taking a few moments to say hello through the kitchen on our way out. We've already rebooked for our anniversary in a few weeks. See you then!

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36. JB

    JoanneB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 4, 2022

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    We really enjoyed our first dinner at Ella. Everything was perfect. We will be back again.

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37. R

    Rach6275

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 4, 2022

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    PERFECTION in every way. The flavour sensation from the beautifully presented good was heaven certainly like nothing I've ever experienced before. The service was outstanding, welcoming, friendly, professional everyone must go and support Minoli and her dream as you will not be disappointed. Thank you for an amazing night Ella by Minoli and staff.

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38. TM

    TMSJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 3, 2022

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    Such beautiful flavours with every dish. Loved the cured snapper and eggplant curry

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39. ML

    MeiLiC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 3, 2022

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    Exceptional Sri Lankan Food! Loved every bit! Well done Minoli.

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40. JB

    JennyB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 2, 2022

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    Interesting modern Sri Lankan food. Everything was full of flavour

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