The Best Cafes in Hobart Right Now

The Best Cafes in Hobart Right Now

Hobart, the vibrant capital city of Tasmania, is home to a thriving coffee culture that will delight the taste buds of any caffeine aficionado. With its charming blend of historic architecture and stunning waterfront views, Hobart offers a unique backdrop for some of the best cafes in the region.

Whether you’re seeking a cozy nook to enjoy a leisurely morning cup or a trendy spot for brunch with friends, Hobart has it all. From specialty coffee houses serving up meticulously crafted brews to artisanal bakeries offering mouthwatering pastries, the city’s cafe scene is a haven for both locals and visitors alike. So, prepare to awaken your senses and embark on a delightful journey through the best cafes Hobart has to offer. These are just a few of the many great coffee shops in Hobart and there are many more to explore and discover!

Here are our top picks of the best cafes in Hobart 2023. 

Pigeon Hole Cafe – A cafe supported by their own farm @westonfarm. Pigeon Hole Cafe showcase their farm’s fresh produce for a true paddock to plate experience. 

Location: 93 Goulburn Street, West Hobart, TAS
Phone: (03) 6236 9306

Machine Laundry Cafe – A bright and friendly cafe/laundry in Salamanca Square where you can have your laundry done while you sip on your coffee, enjoy a healthy meal, light snack or delicious sweet treat.

Location: 12 Salamanca Square, Battery Point, TAS
Phone: (03) 6224 9922

Dandy Lane – Laid back cafe serving breakfast classics, burgers & smoothies offering a cozy atmosphere and great coffee, with a focus on sustainability and ethical sourcing.

Location: Shop 10, 138 Collins Street, Hobart 
Contact: 0498 061 067

Jackman & McRoss – With two locations in Hobart (Battery Point and New Town), Jackman & McRoss is a favourite among locals and visitors alike. They are renowned for their artisan bread, delectable pastries, and hearty breakfast dishes like smoked salmon bagels and bacon and egg rolls.

Location: 57 Hampden Rd, Battery Point
Contact: (03) 6223 3186

Yellow Bernard – A small, specialty café located in the centre of Hobart’s business district. They are driven by a passion for quality coffee and aim to share that passion by striving to produce remarkable coffee.

Location: 109 Collins St, Hobart
Contact: 03 6231 5207

Room For A Pony – Located in a former petrol station on North Hobart’s busy Elizabeth Street cafe strip. Modern environment, serving all-day breakfasts with a popular choice of Chinese Fried Omelette.

Location: 338 Elizabeth St, North Hobart
Contact: 03 6231 0508

Born in Brunswick – Enjoy long brunches, native ingredients and conversation in a cheerful environment, showcasing locally sourced, sustainable & seasonal produce. 

Location: 410 Elizabeth St, Hobart
Contact: 0438 250 515

Straight Up Coffee + Food – They take a straight up approach and offer a welcoming space for all to enjoy, with a focus on providing fresh and wholesome food.

Location: 202 Liverpool Street, Hobart
Contact: 0432 482 764

Sisterhood – Located on King Street in Sandy Bay, Sisterhood is a popular cafe to Tasmania’s flourishing food scene in Hobart. Serving coffee alongside an all-day breakfast and brunch menu, no matter what the occasion, Sisterhood has something for everyone, even your four-legged furry friend. 

Location: 4/48 King Street, Sandy Bay
Contact: 0448 279 961

Lost Freight – A shipping container Cafe and Information Centre, located at The Springs, on the road to Mount Wellington, Hobart, offering coffee and refreshments.

Complete your visit to the mountain by grabbing a quick Tasmanian roasted coffee, drink or bite to eat while you relax after walking the numerous tracks.

Location: Pinnacle Road, Wellington Park, Hobart
Contact: 0417 256 277

Daci & Daci – A dining space for decadent breakfasts, lunches, and morning & afternoon teas where you can immerse yourself in an atmosphere that evokes the feeling of a European coffee house. Daci & Daci Bakers houses a retail space for patisserie, provisions, bread and savouries to take home in three locations, New Town, Hobart & Sandy Bay.

Location: 31 New Town Road, New Town
Contact: (03) 6288 7077

Whisk & Co – Cafe in Lenah Valley offering its own take on Modern Australian Cuisine. Their extensive, gourmet breakfast and lunch menu boasts a wide selection, most notably their unique take on Eggs Benedict. 

Location: 102 Augusta Rd, Lenah Valley
Contact: 03 6278 7724

Pigeon Whole Bakers – Wholesale & Retail Sourdough Bakers in Hobart CBD. They pride themselves on producing the best possible products for their customers. They’re constantly pushing themselves to innovate and showcase seasonal produce from local suppliers.

Location: 32 Argyle St, Hobart

Queens Pastry – A boutique Patisserie doing multiple fresh bakes through out the day, takeaway breakfast/lunch items and specialty coffee.

Location: 144 Harrington St, Hobart
Contact: 03 6236 9198

Berta – A bright, fresh and local city cafe with a network of local and organic Tasmanian producers shaping their seasonal menu.

Location: 119 Liverpool Street, Hobart
Contact: 03 6234 4844

Lazy Brunch – A great spot for a lazy morning coffee or an afternoon snack, delivering premium coffee & quality food to their customers.

Location: 279A Argyle Street, Hobart Contact: 03 62316885

Farzi – Located in Salamanca on Hobart’s waterfront in Battery Point, Farzi is a popular, local favourite, licensed cafe & restaurant offering a contemporary food and drink menu. Farzi offers an all day brunch menu along with specialty coffee and is also open two nights a week, Friday & Saturday nights, offering an exceptional 5 course chefs menu, that changes regularly, along with a beautiful selection of drinks.

Location: 17A Castray Esplanade, Battery Point
Contact: 0401 091 055

Criterion Street Cafe – Located in a little off street in the city, this buzzing cafe offers truly amazing and beautiful meals accompanied with either a nice glass of wine, or our ever increasing in popularity coffee, made with that something extra. A buzzy cafe, with a short menu, on a short street.

Location: 10 Criterion Street, Hobart
Contact: 03 6234 5858

Smolt Kitchen – Smolt Kitchen is an eclectic modern cafe in West Hobart. They offer breakfast and brunch with great coffee. Their light and open casual dining area is family friendly, and great for small and big bookings both inside and out.

Location: 107 Hill Street, West Hobart
Contact: 03 6231 0828

Harbour Lights Cafe – A hidden gem embracing the views of Hobart’s picturesque waterfront, Harbour Lights has long been a haven for locals, foodies and tourists alike. Whether you prefer a satisfying big breakfast, a traditional scallop pie for lunch or authentic Italian cuisine for dinner, the Harbour Lights team can offer you an experience to be savoured.

Location: 29 Morrison Street, Hobart
Contact: 03 6224 2138

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