Wow lots of variability in this Yelp review as well. But overall we really liked this spot. It is a…read moregreat reputation for inventive cuisine and under the able helm of the new chef they have continued the tradition of New Australian cuisine. We really liked the inventiveness that she displayed at every course. The ambiance of this place in an old Ford showroom from the 1920s is cool urban chic. We really got the sense that we were not in a tourist trap but getting a sense of the local community. The kitchen is at the center of the show with a bar all around for those who want to learn how it's done. We sat in the back and it is quiet spot. They also have a private room that looks like a good spot for celebrations or business functions. We had a terrific calamari with salt that was fried perfectly. We also loved the octopus which was well grilled. The lamb was also terrific. Cooked to perfection. Finally we loved the wine selection and has a good tour of Tasmania. We also loved the carpaccio of albacore tuna which was really great Overall this isn't the kind of

Hobart has a great dining scene with many interesting restaurants. I decided to give Franklin a try…read morebased on some positive Yelp reviews. The restaurant is located in Hobart CBD (city centre). If you are staying in this area, everything is pretty close so you can probably walk there from your location. The restaurant is located in a non-descript building so you might miss it since it is not very obvious that it is a dining establishment. The interior of the restaurant continues that vibe as it has an industrial like feel to it. The menu here is modern Australian fare which includes a lot of ingredients sourced in Tasmania. I came here to grab a light dinner. Opted for a chicken liver parfait on rye ($4.50) and grilled blue eye w/ braised sunflower seeds, endive and dried oyster ($36). Before the meal, I was served bread and butter. Butter was particularly good as it was very creamy. The chicken liver parfait was enjoyable, albeit a small bite. Texture is like a pate. The blue eye is a fish I haven't had before. I thought it was just okay. The fish texture is chunky. Though I was thought it was quite inventive that they used sunflower seeds in this dish like a risotto. Overall, my experience here was okay. I kind of felt like this restaurant is not the type of the place I would usually go to. Still I am glad to have tried Franklin because I like their concept of using local Tasmanian ingredients in their food which would be the reason to give this spot a try.

Mures Lower Deck is a casual, family-friendly seafood bistro and fishmonger located at Victoria…read moreDock on Hobart's waterfront. Gayle and I enjoyed a nice lunch here during our first full day in Hobart. We had a nice view of the water on this sunny day. Food is ordered at the counter, with the adult beverages at a separate bar. I went for the Fish and Chips, while Gayle went for some sort of salad combination. All good and shared.

Mures Lower Deck in Tasmania is a must-visit spot for seafood lovers. I tried their "fish burger,"…read morewhich is essentially a fish sandwich--different terminology, but the quality speaks a universal language. The fish was perfectly crispy, with an incredible crunch that contrasted beautifully with the soft, fresh and super buttery bun. Yum! The casual, bustling vibe of the Lower Deck is it, and, you have a meal with views of the harbor. Highly recommend!

I won't be exaggerating if I say that this is the best tasting Indian food that I have had for a…read morevery long time. The place serves authentic Indian food and it has a very good team of people running the place and they exhibit great hospitality. The spices were just right and we could taste good quality ingredients throughout our dinner. Saves me from searching for an Indian restaurant exactly how I expect it to be during all my future visits to Hobart.

It's was very easy and quick to order for a take out. The serving size is reasonably big for a very…read moregood price. We ordered chicken tikka masala, rice and Naan. The food was tasty and fresh. Also came with complementary papadam. The decor at the restaurant is also nice.

OMG, they served the best Lamb cutlets / lamb chops I ever had…read more The lamb cutlets were juicy, sous-vide tender, and still charred outside! The meat itself was fresh in flavor and flavorful. Not too gamey. My mouth was blessed with each bite. Gotta try Tasmanian lamb meat if you ever visit this island. The lambs went really well with the smashed eggplant side. Very buttery eggplants! We also had a tuna 'ceviche', and loved it. Good ratio of tuna vs greens, and very flavorful dressing and fresh tuna too! The server was also friendly and was knowledgeable about their menu items.

Despite plain name this very popular Greek Restaurant in Hobart provides exceptional food and…read moreservice within a lively dining room. The menu offers many Greek specialties, well explained; it also encourages sharing. Much appreciated. Also nice cocktail and wine selection, including numerous local wines and beers. Imaginative dessert menu too. The Baklava was not only light but not sticky sweet and paired with pistachio gelato. Delicious and very shareable. And, wonder of wonders, the room's high ceiling sends the sound up and away, allowing conversation even in a full house! Outstanding choice.

Disappointed they didn't have any fried chicken. Their roast chicken is however, a healthier option…read moreand tasted as it should. Nothing spectacular. Succulent but then again I didn't have the breast part to really say if it is that succulent all over! Their American burger - can't remember the exact name was pretty tasty. Their chips and gravy reminded me of primary school and high school. For the nostalgia, it was worth it. Can't say the chicken is the best I've experienced but if I'm hungry and looking for something to eat and nothing else was opened, I'd eat here.

This chain has been around for a fair while and is ok if you're not looking to be too healthy…read more Their chips (with or without gravy) are good and they burgers and chicken rolls are tasty. Their cooked chicken can be good, but I often find it too dry. Overall good value for money.

Reservations seem to be two seatings, 5:30 and 7:30. We were in the 5:30 sitting and it was packed…read more It's a very cozy vibe as it's simulating being on the inside of an old ship. I liked the vibe and it was fun to look around as we ate to see all the decorations. Creative. For dinner I had the batter fried prawns. I got the main (not entree) version and I got 9 shrimp. Yikes, it was a ton to eat, plus side of salad and couscous. Really liked my meal, although I wished I had got the smaller entree version. Staff worked well as a team.

The Drunken Admiral is a great pub on the waterfront in Hobart. Great food and great drinks…read more There is no draught beer, but many good beers by the can. Had a great dinner - oyster shooter, spring rolls, chicken curry, swordfish. All excellent. Fun place to hang out in Hobart.

Hobart doesn't need Grill'd... we've got Burger Got Soul. The burger list is overwhelmingly…read moreawesome, and I refuse to believe that anyone would have trouble finding a burger to meet their needs. The menu is on par with burger joints on the mainland in terms of price, and BGS is keen to draw attention to the freshness of their ingredients, from their salads through to their house-made buns. Eat in store or take away. My favourite thing about take away at BGS is that they welcome phone orders, so instead of having to hang around Sandy Bay for fifteen minutes, you can just roll up, collect your order and take off. Perfect. Plus there's Gillespies Ginger Beer (my happy place) in the fridge. If you're dining in (or waiting for takeaway) there's also free wi-fi for customers, which is always a winner in my books.

When we first arrived in Tasmania, we wanted some good burgers…read more I don't know how we made it here. Recommendation? Twitter? The look of the sign? All I know is that when we stumbled through their doors it was like we'd made it to some kind of magical burger wonderland. An amazing range on offer, all with good quality ingredients. When we first ordered a burger, we decided to go halvsies, but didn't tell that to the lady at the counter. She looked up at us and said "Do you want me to cut it in half so you can share?" and I almost hugged her. A burger chain that doesn't get pissed off at you for sharing! Woohoo! The burgers are humongous, and I don't think we've ever eaten a burger each when we've been. One burger between us + chips + a drink - makes the cost per burger more than reasonable. Our favourite is the Tassie Tempter. Yum. They also have dessert'ish options (brownies, cupcakes), but we've never had room to try them. If you only get to have one type of burger in Hobart, make it a Burger Got Soul burger.

One of the "hip" cafes on the Salamanca Strip, the somewhat confusingly named "phat fish" with the…read morepufferfish logo hides the fact that there's almost no seafood on the menu. What you get food wise is finger foods, tapas-type things and some burgers. They have a lunch special with Tacos, which is what I ordered. They were fine enough, but the coffee? Dreadful. I didn't expect perfection from what's essentially a bar, but boy was it terrible. Milky and bitter somehow at the same time. What really got me was how LOUD it was. I don't to be the old man yelling at a cloud, but the music was so loud at 2pm I had to point to the menu item I wanted because the bartender and I couldn't understand each other. There's better lunch spots and definitely better coffee to be found.

Don't know why this had such high reviews.. the place isn't exactly clean, bathrooms are bad and so…read moreis the dining area. The food had big portions but not very good... Value 3/5 Atmosphere 2/5 Service 4/5 Quality 2/5 11/20