Hobart punches well above its weight when it comes to dining - from casual to memorable. We eat at these venues regularly and recommend all of them. If you find something amazing that’s not on our list, please let us know so we can add it.

ALOFT
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Fine dining with a Scandi decor vibe, a Tasmanian edge and a fabulous view of the harbour.

BERTA
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Outstanding breakfasts and lunches in a stylish CBD venue. Make sure you head out the back to eat at the shared table lit by a gorgeous original lantern window.

Hobart’s best brunches in an airy, plant-filled restaurant that’s ideal for North Hobart people watching. Be aware they close at 2pm, so don’t leave it too late.

Spend Sunday morning on Bathurst St in the CBD visiting the stalls of local growers and producers including bakers, butchers, distillers and cheesemongers. Enjoy a variety of breakfast and brunch options at the food hub then pick up some edible reminders to take home with you. 8am - 1pm every Sunday.

FRANK
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Harbour-front Argentinian-style grill with plenty of delicious and substantial side dishes. Walk-ins welcome and open 7 days.

GIDDY UP
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Breakfast is just a three-minute walk from Braithwaite, up the hill and round the corner in Princes St. House-made banana bread plus breakfast favourites with a twist. Open from 7am.

This bar, event space and club in the centre of the city is a child of MONA so expect the unexpected. Enjoy a laid-back Sunday afternoon drink with food from the regularly changing vendors or a late-night club session or Dark Mofo gig. Even the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra has played here.

Cold-climate wines and spirits are the focus of this chic wine bar and bistro by the waterfront. Host Lou is Gourmet Traveller’s 2024 Restaurant Personality of the Year - and they were just awarded Australia’s Best Wine List (under 100 wines).

LANDSCAPE
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Outstanding fine-dining food and service in an art gallery housed within an historic waterfront warehouse. Open seven nights a week.

Small and large Spanish-inspired plates and drinks served in a charming former stable and courtyard. Owner Josh is one of the friendliest hosts in town.

A luxe dive bar-cum-taphouse from Moo Brew - the craft brewery owned by MONA. There’s a cool retro style vibe, plenty of beers on tap and a well-priced bar food menu that leans on Asian street food for inspiration.

MARLA SINGER
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Head over to the Eastern Shore for brunch, lunch or dinner at this outstanding neighbour cafe that transforms into a stylish and delicious wine bar-cum-restaurant at night. Our advice? Order everything.

MEMI
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While you’re stocking up on snacks or supplies at Hill St Grocer just up the road, drop in for a coffee, breakfast or light lunch.

OGEE
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A chic and petite European-style bistro from the team that brought us fan-favourite Sonny. The perfect spot for an intimate dinner a deux. Walk-ins only but you can grab a beer while you wait at The Crescent across the road.

PEPPINA
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Housed in the foundations of the old St Mary’s Hospital this is Naples by way of Hobart - familiar Italian flavours with a refined, local and seasonal spin. Head to Mary Mary - the luxe bar next door - for a pre or post-dinner drink.

PITZI
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The younger sibling of fine diner Fico, this casual restaurant serves the best pasta we’ve eaten outside of Italy. Walk-ins available for the shared table or book early to secure a table to yourself.

With its rough-rendered archways and walls, 60s lounge music soundtrack and waterfront location, Restaurant Maria is a breath of fresh Mediterranean air in Hobart. Chef Christian Ryan (who also helms Aloft, just upstairs) has taken inspiration from dishes from Lisbon to Lebanon and made them uniquely Tasmanian with local produce including wild fennel, kunzea, sustainable seafood and locally made cheeses.

Hit Kingston beach for a swim, stroll or paddle then take a window seat in the front bar and enjoy a pub meal with a view. All the classics plus ever-changing new favourites. Live music in the sunny beer garden on Friday and Sunday afternoons. Look out for the ducks who wander over from the beach.

SALTY DOG
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Finish your morning walk through Sandy Bay with breakfast at the beach. Snag a table on the balcony for maximum holiday vibes and a great view of the activity on the Derwent.

SONNY
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This tiny wine bar spins cool vinyl, good drinks and outstanding food. Doors open at 4pm, expect to queue if you’re not first in, best dressed.

An ever-changing menu of breakfast and lunch items keeps this CBD cafe a favourite with the locals.

For a contemporary take on Asian-inspired flavours head to Suzie Luck’s in Salamanca Place for lunch or dinner. Enjoy a post-prandial drink at cosy The Salamanca Whisky Bar before heading home.

TEMPLO
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Tucked into an unassuming shopfront in a CBD-fringe street, this is a favourite with critics and locals for its handmade pasta and well-curated wine list. It only seats 25, so book well in advance.

TROPHY ROOM
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It started as a doughnut stand at the markets and now it’s a bricks and mortar diner serving breakfast, lunch and dinners. Freshly baked pastries, housemade pasta and a crisp wine list are all part of what makes this newcomer a must-visit. @trophyroomhobart

It’s Australia’s best restaurant (Gourmet Traveller Restaurant of the Year awards 2025) with good reason - the food is incredible, the service is spot on and their garden has to be seen to be believed. Book in for a long lunch, sign up for a cooking class with owner Rodney Dunn or one of the many high-profile chefs who visit throughout the year or treat yourself to a best-ever sausage roll from The Kiosk.

Hands down our favourite sandwiches in Hobart are served in this New York-style diner on the fringe of West Hobart. Host Fletcher is a dab hand with the cocktails and we highly recommend a cosy dinner a deux here on Thursday - Sunday.