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The Dart And Marlin

216 Timor St, Warrnambool VIC 3280, Australia

Recommended by 34 people

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216 Timor St, Warrnambool VIC 3280, Australia

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+61 3 5562 8659
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Dart And Marlin

The Dart And Marlin delivers artisan pizzas, house-made pastas, and shucked-to-order oysters inside a cosy dark-wood bar with a sunny courtyard out back. Low-lit front booths transition to a relaxed beer garden suited for afternoon drinks or wine from regional producers. Diners lean toward blistered crusts like the cavolo nero nduja pizza, scratch gnocchi, and fresh snapper crudo before settling into a warm, lingering evening.

  • Scratch Pizzas & Share Plates: Handmade pastas, fresh snapper crudo, and blistered crusts including cavolo nero nduja or mushroom.
  • Bar & Backyard Courtyard: Dark-wood front booths and an open kitchen give way to a sunny rear courtyard and beer garden.
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Why Choose The Dart And Marlin

Discover why locals and visitors choose The Dart And Marlin for artisan dining, ambient drinks, and relaxed courtyard gatherings.

  • Artisan Pizzas & Scratch-Made Pastas

    Artisan pizzas crafted with freshly made dough and balanced toppings are matched by standout house-made pastas and thoughtful wine selections.

    the dough was exceptional, olive oil, semolina texture, crunchy, beautiful crust, the topping was an explosion of flavours in your mouth

    Michael Di Federico

  • Fresh Oysters & Seafood Plates

    In addition to signature pizzas, enjoy fresh seafood plates like snapper crudo and oysters shucked directly to order for happy hour.

    the oysters were clearly shucked to order, fresh and amazing!

    Heath

  • Intimate Wood-Accented Bar Ambiance

    Unwind in a cosy dark-wood interior featuring an open kitchen, ambient lighting, and curated background music that creates a welcoming haven.

    Cosy and beautiful dark wood space with bar and open kitchen.

    Kyla McFarlane

  • Chill & Laid-Back Hospitality

    Enjoy an unhurried, positive atmosphere shaped by attentive staff who ensure glasses stay filled and guests feel completely relaxed.

    The chillest vibe in town, not that we tried everywhere else, but you just know... Great tunes too.

    That Ellipsis Guy

  • Sun-Drenched Beer Garden & Courtyard

    Soak up sunny afternoons or unwind under shaded spots in the rear outdoor garden with cold beers and refreshing drinks.

    the outdoor areas have plenty of shaded and full sun options and is a great spot to enjoy a cold beer on a sunny afternoon!

    Heath

  • Welcoming Community Gathering Spot

    Transition effortlessly from dinner inside to the rear outdoor space to connect with friends and local community members over wine.

    we naturally migrated to the outdoor area at the rear of the venue to finish off our bottle of red, where we are often welcomed by the many familiar faces

    Aimee Grinter

Artisan pizzas, scratch-made pastas, and signature fresh crudo

  • Snapper Crudo

    All the food was excellent and well priced but the snapper crudo was particularly good.

    Carrie Webster

  • Fungi Pizza

    The fungi pizza was just as good: earthy mushrooms, great flavour, and a perfect base that didn’t overpower the toppings.

    Matt Meade

  • House-Made Mushroom Ravioli

    For mains, we shared the house-made mushroom ravioli with sage and butter sauce… it was exceptional.

    Sarah Rose

  • Seafood Pasta Special

    The seafood pasta special was the standout — fresh, generous, and beautifully balanced without being heavy.

    Matt Meade

Other favorites

Small plates, raw bar bites, and desserts to complement your visit

  • Oysters

    the oysters were clearly shucked to order, fresh and amazing!

    Heath

  • Calabrian Fried Chicken

    ordered the Calabrian Fried Chicken and Mac & Cheese Ball for entree

    Torri James

  • Pan Fried L’Artisan Halloumi with Quince

    We ordered Pan Fried L’Artisan Halloumi with Quince and the Quince was soooooooo deliciousss and it compliments well with the Halloumi.

    Sathiya ayihtaS

  • Dulche de Leche Churros

    shoutout to the dulche de leche churros - what a treat!

    elisa m

Beyond the menu

Deliberate hospitality details that elevate the dining and drinking experience.

  • Oysters Shucked to Order

    Oysters served during happy hour are freshly shucked to order on the spot rather than pre-prepared.

  • Thoughtful Vegan Adaptations

    Pizzas like the potato rosemary pizza are purposefully crafted with dedicated vegan variations that retain exceptional texture and flavor without being an afterthought.

  • Calibrated Volume and Lighting

    Curated vinyl and background tunes maintain carefully measured volume alongside ambient lighting, creating an intimate booth setting.

  • Midweek Curated Specials

    Special mid-week dining offerings feature dedicated pasta and wine deals showcasing fresh seasonal seafood and scratch-made pastas.

Before you head over

Practical guidance on courtyard seating, dietary adaptations, and prime dining times.

  • Afternoon Drinks in the Courtyard

    Outdoor seating in the rear beer garden and courtyard offers sunny and shaded options, ideal for enjoying afternoon drinks and oysters during happy hour.

  • Vegan Options on the Pizza Menu

    Pizzas can be tailored to plant-based preferences, with reviewers highlighting custom vegan adaptations like the potato pizza.

  • Arrive Early for Prime Evening Seating

    Friday evenings and dinner services fill quickly with walk-ins and locals, making an early arrival ideal to secure a booth or dining table.

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