In Australia, the name Jimmy Shu goes hand in hand with South East Asian cuisine, and his Darwin venture lives up to the hype. This elegant restaurant has been taking hangry eaters on a culinary journey through India, Malaysia and Thailand since way back when in 1992. Standout dishes include nonya satay chicken, local soft shell crabs, beef vindaloo curry and the legendary hot Hanuman oysters. They also provide an entire dietary menu which entails a plethora for your dairy-free, gluten-free, nut-free and vegan buddies. And if you’re heading in with a group of six or more, Hanuman offers a full-blown, Build Your Own banquet menu at $72 per person for all your taste bud exploration needs. Tucked beside the Darwin Entertainment Centre, this stylish restaurant with Asian wood carvings and high ceilings is the ideal choice if you’re seeking a seamless evening of dining and entertainment. Heading to Alice Springs? You’ll also find Hanuman in Central Australia, which is equally as enticing.
Time Out tip: Raining on the day you’ve booked at Hanuman? Never fear, they’ve thought of everything. Covered outdoor seating literally has you, well, covered.