Opening hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 6 pm – 9 pm |
| Thursday | 6 pm – 9 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm – 2 pm, 6 pm – 10 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm – 2 pm, 6 pm – 10 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm – 2 pm, 6 pm – 10 pm |
Times shown in local time (Darwin). Public holiday hours may differ.
- AddressThe Gardens NT
- Phone(02) 8943 8881
- Websitemindilbeachcasinoresort.com
- CuisineItalian
The Gardens NT · 1.8 km from Darwin centre
Popular times
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At a glance
- TypeRestaurant
- CuisineItalian
- AreaThe Gardens, Darwin
- StateNorthern Territory
- HoursOpen 5 days a week (closed Mondays & Tuesdays)
About il Piatto Restaurant
Located in The Gardens, NT, il Piatto Restaurant is an Italian restaurant serving locals and visitors alike. You'll find it at The Gardens NT, roughly 1.8 km from the Darwin city centre.
Italian food is one of Australia's best-loved cuisines, from red-sauce trattorias to refined regional dining rooms. Menus typically run from antipasti and handmade pasta to grilled meats, seafood and classic dolci, with plenty of options for vegetarians.
Il Piatto Restaurant is open 5 days a week (closed Mondays & Tuesdays); the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in The Gardens? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including The General and Eva’s Café.
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
What to order
Signature Italian dishes to look out for.
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Closest restaurants to il Piatto Restaurant
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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The General ☕ Cafés & Brunch · The Gardens630 mS · 8 min walk
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Eva’s Café ☕ Cafés & Brunch · The Gardens690 mE · 8 min walk -
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Lola’s Pergola 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · Marina Boulevard, Larrakeyah780 mSW · 9 min walk
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4
Seafood on Cullen 🦞 Seafood & Fish and Chips · Larrakeyah810 mW · 10 min walk
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Fin & Tonic 🦞 Seafood & Fish and Chips · 6/51 Marina Boulevard, Larrakeyah820 mW · 10 min walk -
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Exotic North Indian Cuisine 🍛 Indian · Marina Boulevard, Larrakeyah840 mSW · 10 min walk
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Boat House 🍽️ International · Larrakeyah860 mSW · 10 min walk
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Yots Greek Taverna 🫒 Greek & Mediterranean · Larrakeyah880 mW · 11 min walk -
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Golden Orchid 🍽️ International · 62 Marina Boulevard, Larrakeyah930 mSW · 11 min walk
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10
Canteen 🍽️ International · Bullocky Point970 mN · 12 min walk
Recommended in the area
Well-documented favourites near The Gardens — with photos, opening hours and contact details.
More Italian near The Gardens
Other italian restaurants if you fancy the same cuisine.
Eating out in The Gardens
The Gardens is home to 4 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Darwin area with 173 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, asian fusion & filipino restaurants, italian restaurants. Within 25 km of il Piatto Restaurant there are 223 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Bullocky Point (930 m), Stuart Park (1.3 km), Larrakeyah (1.5 km), One Mile Dam (1.7 km).
Cuisine mix in The Gardens
Frequently asked questions
Where is il Piatto Restaurant located?
il Piatto Restaurant is located at The Gardens NT. It is about 1.8 km from the centre of Darwin. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of il Piatto Restaurant?
il Piatto Restaurant is open 5 days a week (closed Mondays & Tuesdays). Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Darwin time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does il Piatto Restaurant serve?
il Piatto Restaurant serves Italian cuisine. Browse our Italian menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact il Piatto Restaurant?
You can reach il Piatto Restaurant by phone on (02) 8943 8881 or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to il Piatto Restaurant?
The closest venue is The General, about 630 m to the south (8 min walk). Other close options include Eva’s Café (690 m), Lola’s Pergola (780 m), Seafood on Cullen (810 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near il Piatto Restaurant?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Nirvana (Asian Fusion & Filipino, 1.1 km), Mayberry (International, 2.0 km), Laneway specialty coffee (Cafés & Brunch, 2.4 km).
Where else can I find Italian food near The Gardens?
Other Italian venues close by include Alfonsino‘s (2.0 km), Fannie Bay Super Pizza Italian Restaurant (2.8 km), Riva (18 km).
How many restaurants are there in The Gardens?
Our guide lists 4 places to eat in The Gardens, most commonly cafés & brunch (2), asian fusion & filipino restaurants (1), italian restaurants (1). Within 25 km there are 223 venues in total.







