Best Foodie Experiences In Hobart Right Now

Be sure to pack your appetite for a gastronomic tour of our southernmost city.

With its footings in the cool and enlivening waters of the Tasman and its back to Kunyanyi/Mount Wellington, Hobart/Nipaluna’s position on the Derwent River lends itself to a convergence of incredible produce and culinary talent. Radiating from the city to the fringe, you’ll find a proliferation and distillation of Tasmanian flavour within easy reach.

From exceedingly fresh seafood to meticulously compiled plates at fine dining establishments and artisanal treats, these are the best foodie experiences in Hobart right now.

1. Barilla Bay Oyster Farm Tour

For lovers of briny bivalves, take a 20-minute drive from town to Barilla Bay, where you can join a one-hour farm tour. You’ll get to slurp on six freshly shucked oysters as you learn about how these shelled delicacies go from spat to table, as well as try the local Gillespies Ginger Beer and see how abalone is dried.

an oyster farmer Barilla Bay Oyster Farm — Join a one-hour Barilla Bay Oyster Farm Tour. (Image: Tourism Tasmania & Nick Osborne)

If that little taster has only served to prime your palate for more saltwater creatures to savour, follow up the tour with a lunch and the restaurant that overlooks Pittwater and Kunyanyi/Mount Wellington.

the restaurant at Barilla Bay Oyster Farm — Dine at the local restaurant afterwards for lunch. (Image: Tourism Tasmania & Bill Bachman)

Address: 1388 Tasman Highway, Cambridge

2. Salamanca Markets

Hobartian weather is not permitted to dampen the spirits of this historic market, which runs stoically through rain, hail or shine every Saturday between 8.30am to 3pm. Anybody who is anybody with anything to sell can be found here at the award-winning market peddling their Tassies wares, many of them delicious.

the Salamanca Market in Hobart — Pop by the Salamanca Market every Saturday. (Image: Tourism Australia)

The 50-plus-year-old market unravels with around 300 stalls along the heritage Salamanca Place, funnelling some of the state’s most incredible eats into one area where you can buy and try.

fresh produce on display at Salamanca Market, Hobart — Shop bundles of freshly harvested fruits and veggies at Salamanca Market. (Image: Tourism Australia)

From spirits to truffles and honey to baked goods, there’s plenty to snack on while you peruse the range of stalls. Once you’ve had your fill, scan Hobart’s hit list of markets for more edible finds to fill your itinerary.

a man ordering at an empanada stall along Salamanca Market, Hobart — Salamanca Market serves up some affordable eats and drinks. (Image: Tourism Australia)

Address: Salamanca Place, Salamanca, Hobart

3. Sirocco South Forage and Feast

Join foraging fanatic and chef Mic Giuliani on his Sirocco South tour to literally unearth some of Tassie’s deliciously edible treasures.

arranging foraged finds on plates at Sirocco South Forage and Feast — Go foraging with Sirocco South. (Image: Harrison Candlin – Vagary)

From wild asparagus to fungus, pluck and pick what’s good to eat guided safely by Mic’s enormous wealth of knowledge.

enjoying foraged food at Sirocco South Forage and Feast — Feast on foraged finds. (Image: Harrison Candlin – Vagary)

The small group of six people will then enjoy a beautifully crafted six-course lunch finessed from their foraged finds and local ingredients and served with hand-selected wine while overlooking Frederick Henry Bay.

foraging food from trees at Sirocco South Forage and Feast — Unearth some of Tassie’s deliciously edible treasures. (Image: Harrison Candlin – Vagary)

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4. Mona Wine + Art

The Museum of Old and New Art graces many a Hobart hit list, naturally for its namesake collection of said old and new art, but also as a foodie destination.

the Museum of Old and New Art in Hobart — MONA occupies a prime waterfront spot best for admiring harbour views. (Image: Jesse Hunniford)

You can dovetail some cultural appreciation with a dining experience at the onsite fancy Faro Bar and Restaurant, The Source Restaurant, the fire-fuelled Heavy Metal Kitchen, the Moorilla Wine Bar and the cavernous Void Bar, or you can opt for the curated Wine + Art excursion that includes wandering the Moorilla vineyard and the museum, enjoying a tasting at the cellar door and then lunch with a glass of wine.

a spread of food at The Source Restaurant, Hobart — The Source Restaurant is a temple for seasonal Tasmanian dining. (Image: Mona and Rémi Chauvin)

It makes for a well-rounded day for appreciators of the visual and vine art forms.

a pink infused drink at Void Bar — Raise a glass at Void Bar. (Image: Mona and Jesse Hunniford)

Address: 655 Main Road, Berriedale

5. Bruny Island

Let’s not skirt around the island here, let’s drive right onto it, because if you love food and you’re visiting Hobart, you’ll want to wash ashore on Bruny. It’s a short, 30-minute drive and ferry ride onto Bruny and once here, a car is a good idea so you can get about to all the producers and sample their delicious wares.

beers and cheese plates at Bruny Island Cheese Co — Enjoy a cold pint with a cheese platter at Bruny Island Cheese. (Image: Tourism Australia)

Not to be missed is legendary dairy sorcerer Nick Haddow and his Bruny Island Cheese, where you can enjoy a cheese platter and some local brews at the restaurant.

fresh oysters at Get Shucked Oysters — Savour shelled delicacies at Get Shucked Oysters. (Image: Tourism Tasmania & Rob Burnett)

Add to your roaming antipasto plate with a visit to Get Shucked Oysters and slip the plump, salty treats into your mouth followed by a swirl of sparkling.

the Bruny Island Chocolate in Hobart — Head to Bruny Island Chocolate for a taste of the sweet life. (Image: Julia Smith)

Follow on with a spoonful of sweetness at Bruny Island Honey and Bruny Island Chocolate, before swinging by the Bruny Baker for a loaf to go and finish with a tipple at Bruny Island House of Whisky and Bruny Island Premium Wines. This will require the entire day.

a man preparing bread at The Bruny Baker, Hobart — Swing by The Bruny Baker for a loaf to go. (Image: James Vodicka)

6. Taste of Hobart

If you’d like to offset your gluttony with a moderate amount of exercise, book Premier Travel Tasmania’s half-day Taste of Hobart private walking tour. You’ll get your steps up roaming from Battery Point to the waterfront while sampling treats from local providores. Enjoy chocolate, oyster and whisky tastings plus morning tea on this four-hour guided experience through the city.

7. Omotenashi

The Japanese concept of omotenashi means to wholeheartedly look after guests, and that is what the petite and highly awarded, two-hatted Omotenashi in Hobart does so well.

heirloom tomato, fig, shiso and dashi jelly at Omotenashi — Omotenashi serves up intricately prepared Japanese cuisine. (Image: Sophie Pope)

The 10-seater housed in Hobart’s Lexus showroom is a must-reserve experience for those who love the intricacy of flavour and devotion to craft that is Japanese cuisine. You’ll be seated around the counter for a prompt 6.30pm start to embark upon a 15-or-so degustation course that includes tea and sake and concludes at 9.30pm in true Japanese-style punctuality.

an Ice plate with sashimi, (tuna, silver trevally, swordfish and barramundi) along with wasabi, pickled magnolia and garden flowers at Omotenashi — Their ice plate with sashimi is a must-try. (Image: Sophie Pope)

Chefs Sophie Pope and Lachlan Colwill shape the menu around seasonal Tasmanian produce and will cook, serve and narrate your experience throughout for a truly memorable evening.

Chefs Lachlan Colwill and Sophie Pope in the kitchen at Omotenashi — Meet Chefs Lachlan Colwill and Sophie Pope behind Omotenashi. (Image: Sophie Pope)

Address: 4/160 Elizabeth Street, Hobart

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8. The Agrarian Kitchen

This incredible institute of culinary cleverness has been one of Australia’s premier food destinations since opening in 2008. Co-founders Rodney Dunn and Severine Demanet began The Agrarian Kitchen in an old school house in Lachlan, but in 2022 joined the restaurant and kiosk at the much larger former mental asylum, Willow Court.

women participating in a cooking class at The Agrarian Kitchen, Hobart — Hone your cooking prowess in The Agrarian Kitchen. (Image: Tourism Australia)

Food lovers can come for cooking, gardening or lifestyle classes amid the sprawling grounds, partaking in lessons on everything from cheese to charcuterie and cooking with a range of ingredients.

a man enjoying his meal at The Agrarian Kitchen — Enjoy a paddock-to-plate lunch at The Agrarian Kitchen. (Image: Tourism Australia)

There’s also a rotating roster of tuition by Australia’s top chefs, from Peter Gilmore to Danielle Alvarez and Nadine Ingram, so it’s worth planning your trip around the class that whispers to your inner gourmand.

roasting marshmallow in fire at The Agrarian Kitchen, Hobart — Swing by The Agrarian Kitchen for some s’mores. (Image: Ros Wharton)

Address: 11a The Avenue, New Norfolk

9. Deep to Dish: Tasmanian Wild Seafood Cruise

The refreshingly frigid waters of the Tasman teem with wild seafood waiting to be hoisted aboard on this seafaring seafood experience.

two women enjoying wine on a cruise with Tasmanian Wild Seafood Adventures — Cruise along the refreshingly frigid waters of the Tasman with Tasmanian Wild Seafood Adventures. (Image: Dearna Bond)

You’ll push the boat out on the half-day ‘deep-to-dish’ Tasmanian Wild Seafood Adventures sightseeing and culinary tour that reels in good times for ardent seafood lovers.

cooking a rock lobster at sea during the Tasmanian Wild Seafood Adventures — Witness lobsters being prepared aboard. (Image: Dearna Bond)

Watch as your diver harvests periwinkles and sea urchins to be prepared alongside abalone, rock lobster, oysters, mussels and Atlantic salmon all served onboard the luxury vessel. Along the way, you’ll spot towering sea cliffs and secluded coves, and be sure to keep an eye out for dolphins, whales and seals.

preparing a rock lobster aboard Tasmanian Wild Seafood Adventures cruise — Feast on wild seafood. (Image: Dearna Bond)

For more tried and tested tips for visiting Hobart, read our travel guide to Tassie’s capital city.

Overlooking the winding Tamar River, the Tamar Ridge & PIRIE Cellar Door is where two of Tasmania’s most acclaimed wine labels come together. Sip award-winning cool-climate wines and world-class sparkling while soaking up the vineyard views in one spectacular setting.

The fire crackles softly as you settle into a comfortable armchair, a glass of Tamar Ridge Reserve Pinot Noir warming your hands. Outside, rows of vines stretch across the Tamar Valley, their gentle contours framed by rolling hills and ever-changing skies. Or perhaps it’s a sunlit afternoon, and you’re on the terrace with a flute of PIRIE Vintage sparkling in hand, watching the valley shimmer beneath you as each crisp sip captures the freshness of Tasmania. At the Tamar Ridge and PIRIE Cellar Door, the setting in one of Australia’s most celebrated cool-climate wine regions is every bit as special as the wines.

The two brands now share a beautifully refurbished cellar door, giving visitors the opportunity to sample both still and sparkling wines from the Brown Family Wine Group’s luxury portfolio in a single stop. Alongside the shared tasting space, they’ve also introduced a range of premium experiences tailored to each brand.

Tamar Ridge’s story began in 1994, when vines were planted at Kayena in Tasmania’s Upper Tamar Valley. Guided by renowned viticulturist Dr Richard Smart – the “Flying Vine Doctor” – the vineyard quickly gained a reputation for quality, with a new winery established in 1998 and the Tamar Ridge label born.

sitting on the lawn of Tamar Ridge & Pirie Cellar Door — Sit outside to soak in the sun as you enjoy Tamar Valley views. (Credit: Natasha Mulhall)

Today, New Zealand-born head winemaker Tom Wallace leads the cellar, brings his passion for cool-climate winemaking to help shape Tamar Ridge’s reputation for elegant, expressive wines.

Founded by Dr Andrew Pirie in 1995, PIRIE helped prove the island’s potential for world-class cool-climate sparkling.

Crafted in the traditional method from hand-picked Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grown in the Valley, PIRIE Tasmania sparkling wines are celebrated for their fine beads, depth and elegance. With a collection of trophies, gold medals and top honours behind them, these rare vintages showcase the very best of the state’s sparkling wine.

Brown Brothers – now known as the Brown Family Wine Group – acquired Tamar Ridge, PIRIE and Devil’s Corner on the island’s east coast in 2010, extending the legacy of a family wine company founded in 1889 at Milawa in Victoria’s King Valley. The company has continued its pursuit of exceptional cool-climate vineyards, recognising Tasmania’s unique potential in a changing climate.

Location

roaring fireplace inside Tamar Ridge & Pirie Cellar Door tamar valley — Get cosy by the roaring fireplace. (Credit: Natasha Mulhall)

Tamar Ridge & PIRIE Cellar Door is set on the west bank of the Tamar River, just 20 minutes north of Launceston and around two and a half hours’ drive from Hobart near the riverside village of Rosevears in northern Tasmania. Stretching more than 60 kilometres along the river, from the mouth near Launceston north towards Bass Strait, the Valley is a vast patchwork of vineyards, orchards, farmland and historic townships.

Style & decor

interior of Tamar Ridge & Pirie Cellar Door tamar valley — Come for a regular tasting, or book an experience. (Credit: Natasha Mulhall)

Floor-to-ceiling windows showcase panoramic views, while outdoor decks make the most of the surrounding scenery. Inside, the refined contemporary interiors strike a balance between modern luxury and the natural surrounds, with a double-sided fireplace to linger by. A Tamar River view creates a warm focal point. Natural wood accents add a sense of place, including a handcrafted 12-seat Tasmanian oak table that anchors the space with understated elegance.

Wine experiences

The cellar door’s curated wine experiences pair award-winning wines with local produce and the stories behind them. For those who prefer a leisurely visit without a set itinerary, the cellar door also offers cheese platters and small plates, best enjoyed with a glass in hand while taking in those Tamar River views.

Come for a taste, stay for an experience.

PIRIE & Oyster Experience

A true taste of Tasmania comes to life in the PIRIE & Oyster Experience, created in partnership with Tasmanian Oyster Co. Exploring the connection between merroir and terroir – the influence of the sea and soil on flavour – this guided tasting pairs three premium oysters from different Tasmanian growing regions with three expressions of PIRIE sparkling wine: the NV, 2021 Vintage and Blanc de Blanc.

As each oyster and wine pairing is revealed, guests discover how Tasmania’s unique landscapes shape flavour, from the mineral freshness of the ocean to the elegance and precision of cool-climate sparkling wine.

Pinot Noir Blending Experience

For those who want to step behind the winemaker’s bench, the Pinot Noir Blending Experience offers a hands-on journey into the art of creating great wine.

Guests taste through three to four individual Pinot Noir clones from the previous vintage, each revealing its own personality through aroma, structure and character. Guided by the cellar door team, visitors explore how these individual components come together to create balance and complexity – before attempting their own blend.

Will you recreate the house style, or create something entirely original? This immersive experience offers a fascinating insight into the craft, creativity and precision that goes into every bottle.

Supreme Indulgence

Tamar Ridge & PIRIE Cellar Door — Settle in for true indulgene. (Credit: Natasha Mulhall)

The most elevated experience at the cellar door, the Supreme Indulgence (PIRIE Sparkling with Caviar tasting) is a celebration of luxury, refinement and Tasmania’s exceptional produce.

Priced at $99 per person, the tasting pairs PIRIE Tasmania’s most distinguished sparkling wines with carefully selected sturgeon caviar, chosen to enhance the elegance, texture and finesse of each cuvée. Hosted by an expert member of the team, the experience unfolds as a thoughtful exploration of fine bubbles, delicate flavours and the craftsmanship behind every bottle.

Start planning at tamarridge.com.au and pirietasmania.com.au.

The 9 best foodie experiences in Hobart right now