Top 6 Places to Eat in Hobart

Written by Callum Taylor, Camille Laurent, Marika Maslanka
21/08/2025
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Hobart's dynamic culinary scene celebrates Tasmania's rich produce, offering an array of dining experiences from casual waterfront eateries to sophisticated fine dining establishments.

1. Aloft

Cuisine: Modern Australian with Pan-Asian flair

Perched on the top floor of Brooke Street Pier, Aloft provides an elegant dining experience with expansive waterfront views. The open kitchen invites guests to observe the chefs as they meticulously prepare a multi-course tasting menu, highlighting seasonal local seafood and small-farm produce. The atmosphere is relaxed yet refined, making it ideal for those seeking a luxurious meal.

Price: AUD $120-180+ / USD $80-120+ per person (tasting menu)

Getting There: Located on Brooke Street Pier, it is walking distance from central Hobart's waterfront hotels and attractions.

2. Fico

Cuisine: Italian-inspired European

Fico is an Italian bistro known for its sophisticated, produce-driven approach to dining. The minimalist yet elegant dining room creates an intimate setting, allowing the artful plating and intense flavours of each dish to take centre stage. It is particularly renowned for its uncompromisingly fluffy sourdough, handmade pasta, and dishes that rigorously explore every taste and texture from local ingredients.

Price: AUD $70-120 / USD $45-80 per person

Getting There: Situated on Macquarie Street, Fico is easily accessible by walking from most parts of the Hobart CBD.

3. The Agrarian Kitchen

Cuisine: Australian Farm-to-Table

Located approximately 40 minutes outside Hobart, The Agrarian Kitchen offers a truly immersive farm-to-table experience. Most ingredients are sourced from its on-site farm, with the kitchen excelling in practices such as cheese-making, whole-animal butchery, and wood-fired cooking. The set menu is a testament to hyper-local sourcing, beginning with drinks and canapés in a sunlit greenhouse before moving to the main dining room. Reservations are essential due to its popularity as a dining destination.

Price: AUD $195-220 / USD $125-145 per person (set menu)

Getting There: Located in New Norfolk, approximately 35-40 km from Hobart. Reaching the restaurant requires a taxi or rideshare service (estimated cost AUD $80-100+ one way) or a private car.

4. Suzie Luck's Restaurant and Bar

Cuisine: Southeast Asian

Nestled in Salamanca Square, Suzie Luck's is a lively restaurant and bar celebrated by locals and visitors for its bold and punchy Southeast Asian-inspired flavours. The menu features a creative blend of dishes, including Szechuan dumplings and steaming bowls of pork and prawn pad Thai, with options spanning various Southeast Asian cuisines. It offers a dynamic and popular dining atmosphere.

Price: AUD $25-45 / USD $16-30 per person (mains)

Getting There: Found in Salamanca Square, it is a short walk from many central Hobart accommodation options and the waterfront.

5. Flippers Cooked Seafood

Cuisine: Seafood (Fish and Chips)

Flippers offers an authentic casual seafood experience directly on the waterfront from a floating establishment. It is renowned for serving fresh Tasmanian fish and chips in traditional cone-shaped brown paper. This spot provides a relaxed setting to enjoy quality seafood without an exorbitant price, and their seafood combo is a popular choice for value and taste.

Price: AUD $14 / USD $9 (for a seafood combo)

Getting There: Located directly on the Hobart waterfront at Elizabeth Street Pier, it is easily walkable from the city centre.

6. Ranita Ramen

Cuisine: Japanese Ramen

Ranita Ramen is an intimate, nine-seat ramen bar that focuses on quality over quantity. The concise menu typically offers just two ramen options, featuring homemade organic wheat-flour noodles and rich, umami-packed broths. The craftsmanship and care in each bowl reflect a deep culinary journey, providing a unique and satisfying noodle experience.

Price: AUD $20-30 / USD $13-20 per person (per bowl)

Getting There: Located on Liverpool Street, it is within easy walking distance of the central business district.

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