Needle In a Haystack in Darwin, Northern Territory | Catering van

Needle In a Haystack

Locality: Darwin, Northern Territory

Phone: +61 401 190 481

Address: 205 Casuarina Drive 0810 Darwin, NT, Australia

Website: http://needleinahaystackbistro.com

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25.01.2022 Had a few cancellations tonight so there are some tables still available tonight. First people to drop us a message or walk ins will be seated

24.01.2022 We’re so so sorry to have to do this, but we will have to postpone tonight’s service looking at the weather, unfortunately being under the stars definitely has its advantages, but on this occasion the negatives have outweighed them. We will be back under sunnier skys next week, and everybody with a reservation this week gets first refusal for next week Apologies again for the inconvenience ...

24.01.2022 THIS WEEKS MENU The last month or so has been crazy, consistently fully booked and sold out, were working on a new booking system but looking at this week I would suggest bookings (and or preorders) are pretty much essential (Just drop us a message) This weeks menu is looking amazing, were getting the best local tomatos at the moment so they are front and centre this week.... NIGHTCLIFF JETTY - THURSDAY & FRIDAY Smalls Panisse w/ Confit Garlic & Rosemary Ash $14 (GF) Pepperberry & Gin Cured Salmon Loin w/ Horseradish & Burnt Grapefruit $15 (GF) Larger Lamb Shoulder, Saltbush Gremolata, Smoked Honey, Chickpea Cream, Butternut Pumpkin $24 (GF) Local Rock Cod, Potato Gallete, Sauce Vierge, Basil Oil, Fried Capers $25 (GF) Miso Eggplant Taco, Orange and Radish, Cashew Miso, Black Vinegar Caramel, Habanero Jam $19 (Vegan/GFO) Afters Treacle Tart, Mandarin, Whipped Vanilla Mascarpone $11

24.01.2022 Our last week of the week looks like a washout, we have had such a fantastic year and really don’t want it to end having prepared all week to be rained off... SO! this isn’t going to be our last week of the year, instead of this week we are going to do a one off, Christmas event in the CBD in December! And it will be indoors! Watch this space for details ... Apologies to anybody who was booked to come down this week, we promise we will make it up to you next time #darwin #needleinahaystack #popup #darwinfood #instafood #popup #event #tropics

23.01.2022 FULLY BOOKED AND SOLD OUT FOR TONIGHT, apologies to anybody who missed out and thanks so much for your support, next week is looking busy with Friday 28th close to fully booked already, so drop us a message early if you want to book! Have a great weekend #darwinfood #needleinahaystack #instafood #foodstgram #popup #darwin #delicious #eatlocal

23.01.2022 FULLY BOOKED FOR THE WEEK 2 x Takeaway Slots left - Thursday 3 x Takeaway Slots Left - Friday ... Reservations for next week open now #darwin #darwinfood #needleinahaystack #fullybooked #beautiful #instafood #foodstagram #sunset #tropical

22.01.2022 THIS WEEKS MENU - Again we go, here we go again, determined not to let a little rain spoil this one, bookings open now. Thursday/Friday - Under the stars at the Jetty THIS WEEKS MENU RELEASE ... BYO/Takeaway available/ Reservations Essential / Message to book Smaller Roasted Celeriac Gnocchi w/ Miso Butter & 30 Month Old Parmesan Reggiano, Celery Leaf - $15 Local Zucchini, Ricotta & Gruyère Fritters w/ Curry Leaf Aioli - $15 (gf) Larger Local Goldband Snapper, Potatoes Anna, Sauce Vierge, Brown Butter Cream & Basil - $25 (gf) Eva Valley Skirt Steak, Buttermilk Polenta, Lemon Myrtle Gremolata, Burnt Tomatoes, & Chipotle Oil - $24 (gf) Confit Portobello Mushroom Flatbread, Roasted Garlic Hummus, Sage & Burnt Lemon Salsa - $20 (Vegan) Afters Chocolate & Roasted Banana Torte w/ Peanut Mascarpone, Burnt Orange Oil - $13

21.01.2022 WOW... just to let you guys know we are fully booked and sold out for both nights this week! Thanks so much to everybody coming down! Bookings for next week are open now ... #darwin #darwinfood #popup #tropics #sunset #beautiful #needleinahaystack #fullybooked #supportlocal

21.01.2022 JUST A FEW TABLES LEFT Thursday 10th 2 x Tables 3 x Takeaway Slots... Friday 11th 3 x Tables 1 x Takeaway Slot #Darwin #sunset #popup #needleinahaystack #darwinfood #restaurant #australia #bythesea #sunset #sky

20.01.2022 Botanic Gardens catering - So Pretty #needleinahaystack #catering #botanicgardens #dryseason #sunset #pretty

20.01.2022 Were on the lookout for a FOH/SERVICE staff The friendly and energetic and good customer service is what were looking for, previous restaurant experience is advantageous but not essential. Also the ability to learn and communicate the menu each week, so high level spoken English is a must.... Must be available Thursday and Friday from 4pm at least, would suit somebody in education. Drop us a message or email CV to [email protected] #jobs #darwin #darwinjobs #catering #popup

20.01.2022 THIS WEEKS MENU - Only a few table spots left for both nights. Drop Us a message to order/reserve #needleinahaystack #darwin #instafood #menu #modernaustralian #darwinfood #eatlocal #supportlocal

20.01.2022 We are now fully booked and Sold our for tonights service, really sorry to anybody who has missed out, we will be back again next week, thanks so much for your support - Local Zucchini & Ricotta Fritters w/ Gremolata

20.01.2022 THIS WEEKS MENU RELEASE THURSDAY 8th (Almost Fully Booked) FRIDAY 9th ... BYO/Takeaway available/ Reservations Essential / Message to book After a week away we are back and raring to go for our last 4 weeks of 2020. Smaller Roasted Celeriac Gnocchi w/ Miso Butter & 30 Month Old Parmesan Reggiano, Celery Leaf - $15 Local Zucchini, Ricotta & Gruyère Fritters w/ Curry Leaf Aioli - $15 (gf) Larger Local Goldband Snapper, Potatoes Anna, Sauce Vierge, Brown Butter Cream & Basil - $25 (gf) Eva Valley Skirt Steak, Buttermilk Polenta, Lemon Myrtle Gremolata, Burnt Tomatoes, & Chipotle Oil - $24 (gf) Confit Portobello Mushroom Flatbread, Roasted Garlic Hummus, Sage & Burnt Lemon Salsa - $20 (Vegan) Afters Chocolate & Roasted Banana Torte w/ Peanut Mascarpone, Burnt Orange Oil - $13

20.01.2022 Hey guys! We have been very busy tonight with preorders and we have completely sold out! Thank you for your continuous support, hope to see you all next week

18.01.2022 Pepperberry & Gin Cured Salmon #Catering #needleinahaystack #darwincatering #food #delicious #darwinfood #goodfood #foodies

18.01.2022 MENUMENUMENU Thursday & Friday Drop a message to book/preorder... #darwin #darwinfood #needleinahaystack #seasonalfood #eatlocal #supportlocal

18.01.2022 @organicaustraliangrown Local Flowers, Saffron & Feta #darwinfood #eatlocal #supportlocal #needleonahaystack

17.01.2022 Todays @organicaustraliangrown Zucchini flowers picked this morning #darwin #eatlocal #supportlocal #pretty #flowers #delicious #organic #darwinfood #australianfood

15.01.2022 Catch us on ABC Darwin tomorrow (Saturday) morning at 8:30 talking cyclone kit meals, pickling and preserving @abcdarwin #darwinfood #needleinahaystack #delicious

14.01.2022 THIS WEEKS MENU DINNER WITH A VIEW Its been a crazy few weeks and we are so grateful for Your continued support, We are trying to add more and more seating but best to book early and/or preorder if you can, just drop us a message. As usual - From 5:30pm - Thursday & Friday - BYO ... Small Plates * Local Zucchini, Ricotta & Thyme Fritters w/ Lemon Cream & Gremolata $14 (gf) * Twice Fried Artichoke Hearts, Sumac, Curry Leaf Hummus $15 (gf/Vegan) Larger Plates * NT Goldband Snapper, Potatoes Anna, Sauce Vierge & Lemon Creme Fraiche $25 (gf) * Cherry Smoked Lamb w/ Local Butternut Squash, Burnt Spring Onion, Oregano Butter & Fried Capers $24 (gf) * Tempura Jerk Sweet Potato Flatbread w/ Smoked Corn, Scotch Bonnet & Peach Sauce, Herbs Afters Orange & Ginger Eton Mess w/ Dulce De Leche & Pomegranate $12

14.01.2022 THIS WEEKS MENU New Week, New Menu... It was a joy to put together this weeks menu, there is so much stunning local seasonal produce knocking about it makes our life easy, Zucchini flowers and first of the season sun ripened tomatos from organic AG, The best beef skirt from Eva Valley Meats and a few other treats thrown in. As Usual - Nightcliff Jetty - From 5:30pm - Thursday & Friday | Booking and Preorder strongly recommended (Drop us a message) MENU... Small * Local Zucchini Flowers w/ Goats Curd Cream, Lemon Thyme & Burnt Honey $15 (gf) * Labneh w/ Saltbush Dukkah, Crispbread & Dill Oil $13 Larger * Local Eva Valley Beef Skirt, Brown Butter Cream, Saffron Roasted Potato Salad, Macadamia & Wattleseed Pangratatto $24 (gf) * Roasted NT Rockcod, Blackend Sweetheart Cabbage, Fennel, Pistachio Butter & New Season NT Tomato $25 (gf) * Korean Fried Pumpkin Flatbread, Green Apple Harissa, Pickled Pomegranate & Crispy Onion Salad & Fresh Ricotta $19 (Veg/Vegan Option) Afters * Rhubarb & Rose Eton Mess w/ Burnt White Chocolate & Matcha Sponge $11

13.01.2022 Unfortunately some electrical on the pop-up which we were expecting to be finished yesterday wont be finished until tomorrow morning which means we wont be able to operate tonight So so sorry for any inconvenience caused from anybody planning to come down, we will be back tomorrow and will make sure we have extra space available. Again so so sorry for any inconvenience

13.01.2022 THIS WEEKS MENU COMING TONIGHT. After a huge couple of weeks which we have sold out before we open the shutters we are adding some more seating and picnic rugs this week, but if possible to avoid disappointment best to book and preorder ahead ... #needleinahaystack #darwin #darwinfood #food #eatlocal #supportlocal #instafood #delicious #popup

12.01.2022 We had some lovely words to say about Local legends Eva Valley Meats in this months R.M.Williams OUTBACK magazine

12.01.2022 Thanks to everybody whos making it down this week! Just a reminder that we are fully booked this week, but reservations are open for next week #darwin #popup #needleinahaystack #sunset #orange #restaurant #dinnerwithaview #thatview #amazing #instafood

12.01.2022 So where’s this weeks menu - We are just delaying slightly for our last menu of the year, the weather is looking, well... terrible for this Thursday and Friday so we are taking an extra day just to see how things pan out. Thanks for your patience #darwinfood #darwinsunset #popup #restaurant #bythesea #alfresco #needleinahaystack

12.01.2022 THIS WEEKS MENU 2nd Last week of 2020 Thursday/Friday - BYO - Booking Essential (Message to Book) & It looks the like weather is back with us ... Twice Fried Artichoke Hearts, Buttermilk, Smoked Paprika & Rosemary $15 (Vegan Option) (gf) Fresh Burrata, Pickled Fennel, Orange & Aged Prosciutto $16 (gf) Smoked Eva Valley Brisket, Mushroom Duxelles, Tasmanian Black Truffle Aioli, Local Black Kale & Fried Chat Potato $24 (gf) Local Jewfish, Kipfler Potato, Leek & Saffron Ragu, Lobster Oil, Lemon Thyme Pangrattato $25 (gf) Fried Polenta Pumpkin & Savoy Cabbage Taco, Salsa Macha, Celeriac ‘Cream’ Pomegranate Umeboshi Pickled Green Apple $19 (Vegan/gf) Wattleseed Chocolate Ganache, Roasted Banana Dolce Du Leche, Mango Bread, Roasted Macadamia $13

11.01.2022 Pepperberry, Beetroot & Gin Cured Tasmanian Salmon Catering prep ... #darwinfood #darwincatering #salmon #tasmaniansalmon #delicious #omnomnom

11.01.2022 Heres this weeks menu Eva Valley Brisket and Cheeks & Organic AG Zucchini Flowers back on the menu this week - Thursday/Friday - From 5:30 Last week again was fully booked and sold out early in the week, so we strongly recommend booking early for tables or take away. ... MENU Small * Smoked Beef Cheek Croquettes w/ White Truffle Mustard & Lemon Thyme $15 * Organic AG Zucchini Flowers w/ Bees Creek Honey & Pecorino $15 (gf) Large * Local Goldband Snapper, Green Romesco, Fennel, Blood Orange & Dill, Fried Garlic & Burnt Orange Oil $25 (gf) * Eva Valley Brisket Flatbread, Peperonata, Native Pepper Labne, Parsley, Sumac & Burnt Onion Salad $24 (gfo) * Nashville Fried Eggplant, Native Spices, Harissa, Smoked Cashew Cream, Burnt Cabbage Salad (Vegan/GF) $19 Afters * Native Honey & Brown Butter Tart w/ Passionfruit Creme Normandy & Salted Coconut $11

11.01.2022 What a beautiful week! Thanks so much to everybody who enjoyed this beautiful part of the world with us! Bookings are filling up for next week.... Have a good weekend!! #darwin #darwinfood #blessed #sunset #beautiful #tropical #australia #popup #restaurant #skyporn

11.01.2022 FULLY BOOKED THIS WEEK, apologies to anybody who missed out, if we do have any cancellations we will post them and first to message gets the table. We are still taking bookings for our last week of the year next week #needleinahaystack #fullybooked #darwinfood #delicious #resturantaustralia

11.01.2022 THIS WEEKS MENU Bookings and Preorders are pretty much essential these days - Just drop is a message As usual Thursday & Friday - From 5:30pm (Sunset between 6:30 and 7pm) MENU... Small * Tempura Local Zucchini Flowers, Saffron Mayonnaise & Thyme & Feta $15 (gf) * Native Mountain Pepper Ricotta, In-Season NT Tomatoes, Oregano & Sicilian Green Olive $14 (gf) Large Plates * Smoked Eva Valley Brisket, BBQ Leek, Butternut Pumpkin, Vin Cotto Onions, Aged Parmigiano Reggiano $24 (gf) * NT Goldband Snapper, Fennel & Wild Thyme Rosti, Smoked Butter Cream, Dill, Lemon & Roasted Garlic $25 (gf) * Twice Fried Artichoke Taco, Roasted Macadamia Mole, Native Pepperberry, Apple Cucumber, Salsa Verde $20 (Vegan) Afters * Blood Orange, Ricotta & Olive Oil Cake, Campari Strawberries, Almond Mascarpone $14

10.01.2022 THURSDAY 22nd - Last few tables left FRIDAY 23rd - Fully Booked & Sold out #needleinahaystack #darwinfood #delicious #eatlocal #localproduce #farmtoplate #ethical #organic

10.01.2022 MENU THIS WEEK Drop a message to book or order #needleinahaystack #menu #thisweeksmenu #newmenu #eatlocal #supportlocal #organic #nativeproduce #australian

10.01.2022 THURSDAY & FRIDAY Booking diary is looking full already... #needleinahaystack #thisweeksmenu #eatlocal #delicious #menu

09.01.2022 WERE BACK - Just in time for the long weekend! This weeks menu After a couple of weeks away with repairs, catering and public holidays we are SO excited to be back!... We have quite a few reservations already in the book so it would be best to reserve and/or pre order if you can, just drop is a message Thursday & Friday - Nightcliff Jetty MENU Small * Local Zucchini Flowers w/ Goats Curd Cream, Lemon Thyme & Burnt Honey $15 (gf) * Pepperberry & Gin Cured Tasmanian Salmon w/ Saltbush Dukkah, Crispbread & Dill Oil $15 Larger * Local Eva Valley Beef Skirt, Brown Butter Cream, Saffron Roasted Potato Salad, Burnt Leeks $24 (gf) * Roasted NT Rockcod, Blackend Sweetheart Cabbage, Fennel, Pistachio Butter & New Season NT Tomato $25 (gf) * Fried Polenta Pumpkin Flatbread, Green Apple Harissa, Pickled Pomegranate & Crispy Onion Salad & Fresh Ricotta $19 (Veg/Vegan Option) Afters * Miso Butterscotch Tart w/ Mascarpone & Peach $12

09.01.2022 Hi Everybody We are so so sorry to have to do this but we have no choice but to cancel tonight, we have been having some electrical repairs done to the pop-up which we were told would be finished by Wednesday, unfortunately weve just been told that some parts needed havent come in and its not going to be finished until next week Were absolutely gutted to have to do this, if you can make it another time we will definitely make it up to you for the inconvenience.... Again so sorry for the inconvenience

08.01.2022 Still a couple of tables left for Thursday and Friday, drop us a message #thisweeksmenu #delicious #needleinahaystack #dryseason #popup #darwinnt #nt #darwinfood

08.01.2022 Just a reminder, unfortunately due to some overunning electrical works on the pop-up we wont be trading tonight... BUT we will be back tomorrow!

06.01.2022 MENU ANNOUNCEMENT Lots of bookings already in for this week so tables are limited (Last week we were full by Wednesday) This weeks menu really enjoys local produce whilst we can! The majority of our ingredients this week are local! Still lots of picnic rug spots and takeaway slots left - Drop us a message ... MENU Smalls * Local Zucchini Flowers w/ King Island Smoked Cheddar, White Truffle, Fried Rosemary $15 (gf) * 18 Month Aged Prosciutto, Lemon Myrtle Labne, Bees Creek Honey, Crispbread $16 Mains * Eva Valley Osso Bucco, Smoked Butter Polenta, Burnt Leek, White Truffle, Local Watercress & Radish $24 (gf) * NT Rock Cod, Potatoes Anna, Sauce Vierge (with the BEST local organic tomatoes) Local Basil, Fried Cavelo Nero $25 (gf) * Native Charmoula Fried Pumpkin Flatbread, Fresh Ricotta, Green Tahina, Smoked Baba Ghanoush, Green Apple & Herb Salad $19 (Veg/Vegan Option) Afters * Wattleseed Chocolate Torte, Coffee Mascarpone, Orange, Amoretti $12

06.01.2022 Pepperberry & Gin Cured Salmon! On the menu this week w/ Burnt Grapefruit & Horseradish #needleinahaystack #nativeingredients #delicious #tasmaniansalmon #fish #seafood #darwinfood #instafood #foodstagram

05.01.2022 CLEAR SKYS AHEAD This weeks menu coming tonight at 7pm, 2nd to last week of the year and no rain on the horizon, it’s going to be a good week! #needleinahaystack #darwin #sunset #alfresco #positive #resturantview #skyporn #orangesky #darwinfood #restaurantaustralia #supportlocal

05.01.2022 DESSERT this week, honestly, this could be the best one yet Orange, Ricotta & Olive Oil Cake #needleinahaystack #darwin #dessert #cake #sardiania #delicious #dessertporn

04.01.2022 FULLY BOOKED FRIDAYS Totally sold out and fully booked for the rest of the week, bookings now open for next Native Pepper Ricotta, In-Season NT Tomatos, Sicilian Green Olive... #needleinahaystack #darwin #darwinfood #instafood #inseason #eatlocal #supportlocal #delicious #organic

04.01.2022 Just a reminder, tonight’s last night is postponed until December. Christmas Event Details coming soon!

04.01.2022 So wheres this weeks menu then? Unfortunately our permit for the Jetty doesnt allow us to trade on public holidays so with some farther large catering commitments this weekend we will be taking a little break this week to come back refreshed next week! Sorry for any inconvenience, have the best long weekend! ... #darwin #darwinfood #needleinahaystack #tropical #sunset #nightsky

04.01.2022 Thursday 8th - FULLY BOOKED/SOLD OUT Friday 9th - 3 Tables Left/2 Takeaway Slots #needleinahaystack #darwin #soldout #darwinfood #menu #delicious #eatlocal

03.01.2022 FULLY BOOKED for the week! We do have 3 x Picnic Rug Spots Left For Tomorrow (Thursday) and also 2 x Takeaway slots left for tomorrow also. Drop us a message - Reservations now open for next Thursday and Friday also! ... @organicaustraliangrown Tomatoes #fullybooked #organic #localproduce #tomatoes #eatlocal #supportlocal #seasonal #inseason #sprayfree #

01.01.2022 MENU ANNOUNCEMENT This weeks menu is bursting with local produce, were enjoying it whilst we can get it! THURSDAY - 27th - Bookings and Preorders available FRIDAY - 28th - ALMOST FULLY BOOKED ( Only 3 x Tables for two left, Some takeaway spots will be available) ... MENU Smalls * Local Zucchini Flowers, Bees Creek Honey, Ricotta, Pecorino $14 (gf) * Goats Curd Gnocchi, Local Tomato Sugo, Gremolata $14 Larger * Eva Valley Skirt Steak, French Lentils, Brown Butter Cream, Radish Leaf Chimichurri, Kipfler Potato $24 (gf) * NT Goldband Snapper, Harissa, Farinata, Macadamia Tahini, Fennel $25 (gf) * Fried Pumpkin Fritters w/ Eggplant XO Sauce, Roasted Garlic Cream & Burnt Cabbage $19 (gf/Vegan) Afters Rum Baba, Local Honey, Lavender, Cinnamons Mascarpone $11 Drop us a message to book #needleinahaystack #thisweeksmenu #popup #delicious #sunset #alfresco #dinnerplans #bookingsessential #skyporn #beachside #ocean #orangesky