Six Tanks

Top choice in Darwin


Proof that there's some real quality along Mitchell St among the generic backpacker spots, this brewpub serves up its craft beers from 26 different taps; six are reserved for the beers brewed on-site and supplied straight from the tanks, while others are devoted to guest craft beers from elsewhere in Australia or around the world.

Good food, with a range of nightly specials, means you can serve most needs in the one place, but it especially good as a place to drink. Happy hour begins at 4pm every day. Ask also about their brewpub tours to learn everything there is to know from their 'master brewer'.


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