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Ella - Darwin, Darwin, AU-NT

Ella - Darwin

4.6 (955)
$41 to $100
Sri Lankan
12 West Lane, Unit 20, Darwin, AU-NT 0800

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Ella - Darwin

4.6
$41 to $100
Sri Lankan
Darwin City

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Innovative
At Ella by Minoli, we nurture curiosity, have no fear in the kitchen, and love pushing the culinary boundary.

We use seasonal local produce, modern cooking techniques, and the deep and rich flavours of Minoli’s Sri Lankan heritage, to bring you flavour packed Sri Lankan food like you’ve never tasted before. Minoli’s insatiable need for travel has enriched her food knowledge and she has no boundaries when it comes to flavour.

Sri Lankan food has Ayuverdic properties and origins, and this perfectly balanced menu will leave you more enriched than when you walked in, guaranteed to keep you wanting more, long after you leave. From your first bite to your last, your tastebuds will come alive, and we welcome you to take this new-age Sri Lankan culinary journey with us.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Sri Lankan
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    0498 369 021
  • Website
    http://www.ellabyminoli.au/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Minoli De Silva

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What 955 people are saying

Ella - Darwin reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

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  • Northern Territory

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ella in Darwin is a culinary treasure, blending Sri Lankan flavors with local inspiration. Diners rave about the "absolutely delicious" food and "outstanding service." The Kangaroo Tartare and Chicken with Naan are favorites. The "Feed Me" menu is highly recommended for a taste sensation. A must-visit for an unforgettable dining experience.
956 Reviews

  1. Steve

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food with generous portions, service was outstanding, with a friendly and casual atmosphere

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  2. Terri

    NT1 review

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was delicious and the staff were very attentive.

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  3. Chantal

    NT1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best experience. Food was so flavourful!!! Friendly service. Aesthetically pleasing. My new fave restaurant.

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  4. mary

    NT1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We absolutely loved our dinner last night! The food and drinks were outstanding!! The team at Ella was so lovely, especially Bruno.

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  5. Adishwer

    NT1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 14 October 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was quite tasteless and oily. Quality had definitely deteriorated since last year.

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  6. Eileen

    NT1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 11 October 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing experience, the food and cocktails were out of this world. Our server was friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. Will definitely be back to try more of the menu!

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  7. Jessica

    Melbourne1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 10 October 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Overall it was a nice place to eat if visiting Darwin.

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  8. ANDREW

    New Orleans1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 9 October 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ella by Minoli can only be described as SUPERB. Fundamentally when you dine at a restaurant the food is the key component ……. And this Sri Lankan eatery is outrageously outstanding……. Dining can be a total surprise……. And Ella certainly is the delight and reward of the year. I just hope and dream there shall be an Ella by Minoli in Heaven !

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  9. Arianna

    NT1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 8 October 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had the best time at Ella. The waitstaff was amazing, friendly and fun, the meal was also absolutely delicious. Would recommend to anyone. Outstanding dish for me was the Kangaroo tartare and for my friend the Chicken and Naan. Absolutely delicious. Wine list by the glass could be better, but I guess they would change it frequently? Also, I had the most amazing smokey cocktail. Would go again next time I'm in Darwin!

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  10. Gary

    NT1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 8 October 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Had a large crowd special event. Staff were what I would call lazy but maybe it was just their standby staff for busy nights. Was almost at point of leaving when we finally got to order. Food was very expensive which I don’t mind paying when it’s special. This was not. I can cook the same at home with the help of a jar.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Sri Lankan
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    0498 369 021
  • Website
    http://www.ellabyminoli.au/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Minoli De Silva

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Ella - Darwin is rated 4.6 stars by 955 OpenTable diners.

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A photo of Ella - Darwin restaurant

Ella - Darwin

4.6
$41 to $100
Sri Lankan
Darwin City

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 22 times today
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