Soul Essence on the Bay

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Soul Essence on the Bay

We are a locally owned family business. Restaurant, Cafe & Bar
We are open to the public for breakfast, lunch, dinner and beverages (alcohol / non-alcoholic).

Trading hours:
8am - 2am
We are currently waiting on equipment, and we will have our OPENING! Watch this space!!! To share a little about us, John and Petra are the owners of Soul Essence on the Bay. We are renowned as “Foodies” from way back. We also have been affectionately crowned by our family and besties as “The hostesses with the mostest”. Our guests always leave very content and satisfied,

with everyone counted for. Petra is a local Larrakia Traditional Owner and John is a long-time resident of Darwin since 1969. We both have large local families in Darwin. With so much love for food, we have bought a restaurant. We want to open our doors to share our hospitality with the warmth and heart of good food, good drink and good company.

12/08/2026

We’ll be closed tomorrow, Thursday 12 August, for a private function.
We’ll be back open as normal from Friday, with our usual trading hours. ❤️
Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you all on Friday!
Soul Essence on the Bay 🌴✨

07/08/2026

Thanks so much for taking the time to share your experience and leave such a thoughtful review. We truly appreciate your support and are grateful to have customers like you. 💙

22/07/2026

We’re taking a day off for the Darwin Show on 24th July 🎡
But don’t worry — we’ll see you Saturday from 8:00am till 2:00 pm Breakfast
2:30pm till 9pm for lunch & dinner.

10/07/2026

An exquisite composition of King Prawns, infused chorizo, and velvety butter, delicately elevated with indigenous spices — a true expression of refined indulgence. 🍤✨

A gentle reminder that we serve breakfast every Saturday & Sunday from 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM, followed by our signature lunch and dinner experience from 2:30 PM – 9:00 PM.

Where elegance meets flavour, and every detail is crafted to perfection.

09/07/2026

NT Buffalo Momo, crafted with premium local buffalo and served with our house-made tomato chutney.
Delicately folded, exceptionally juicy, and rich in flavour — a true expression of elevated Nepalese dining.
Indulge in a taste that speaks for itself.

08/07/2026

We’ve elevated your dining experience ✨
Introducing our new menu, featuring a selection of refined fine dining dishes, crafted with premium ingredients and attention to detail. 🍽️🌿
Join us at Soul Essence on the Bay and indulge by the water 🌊
Trading Hours:
Tuesday – Thursday: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday: 2:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am – 9:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

04/07/2026

A new chapter begins at Soul Essence.
From Wednesday, 8th July, discover our newly curated menu — crafted for a true fine dining experience.
Reserve your table and be among the first to taste the difference.

24/06/2026

Well, this is awkward… in the best way possible 😅

We were all ready for the final goodbye, the last service, the emotional send-off at Soul Essence on the Bay… but life had other plans!

Just when we thought it was time to close this chapter, the owners surprised us with an offer we couldn’t say no to — **3 more months** to keep the magic alive ✨

So instead of a farewell… we’re giving you an **ENCORE** 🎉

That means:
🌅 More sunsets by the bay
🍜 More of your favourite dishes
🍹 More cheeky cocktails
❤️ More laughs, memories, and good times together

We’ll be trading as usual, and from **1st July** we’re turning things up a notch —
⏰ Extended trading hours
🍽️ New menu items coming your way

We’ll share all the details very soon… but for now, come celebrate this unexpected extension with us 🥂

Let’s make these next 3 months unforgettable.

With love,
**John & Petra** 💛

09/06/2026

Restaraunt eqiupment for sale
Fridges 3 door,2 door,1 doir,freezers,cook top,convention oven,deep fryer,ice machine,glass washer,tables and chairs,bar tables and stools,day lounge,coffee bar,cupboards,kitchen equipment,bread slicer, stainless steel ice chest,
Contact 0428851832 for more information and to view

05/06/2026

Mumuk from Soul Essence on the Bay

Our time at Cullen Bay has been a truly special journey — filled with shared meals, laughter, and unforgettable moments. As this chapter comes to an end, we want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for being part of our story. 💖
Our final service at Cullen Bay will be on Sunday, 21st June — we’d love to see you one last time at the bay before we close this chapter.
But this isn’t the end — it’s the turning of a page. A new and exciting chapter is on the horizon, and we can’t wait to reveal what’s next.
In the meantime, Soul Essence is still here for your off-site catering, events, and private functions, bringing our signature flavours and heartfelt service to you, wherever you celebrate.
Here’s to new beginnings — and to seeing you again very soon.
With love & gratitude,
John & Petra
and
The Soul Essence Family

Address

1/52 Marina Boulevard, Larrakeyah
Darwin, NT
0820

Website

http://soulessenceonthebay.com.au/

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