Best Bars in Tasmania (2026)
Looking for the best bars in Tasmania? We've rounded up 66 of the city's standout spots — from neighbourhood favourites to buzzy new openings. Every venue is ranked by our Spot Score, which weighs reputation, popularity and freshness, so you can book with confidence. Filter by suburb, price or what's open now to find your next go-to.
From rooftop and laneway bars to intimate cocktail dens, Tasmania rewards a bit of wandering after dark. The picks below cover the spectrum — wine bars, craft cocktails and buzzy late-night spots alike.
66 spots
Saint John Craft Beer Bar
$$Craft beer bar on St John Street in Launceston serving a curated selection of beers in a casual setting.
Preachers
$$Hip bar on Knopwood Street in Hobart's entertainment district, featuring craft beers, cocktails and burgers with a quirky bus parked in the courtyard for seating.
Cascade Brewery Bar
$$Historic brewery bar and gardens in South Hobart serving lunch and dinner with tastings and events.
LARK Cellar Door, Hobart
$$$Bars in Hobart, Tasmania.
The Farm Shed: East Coast Wine Centre
$$The Farm Shed: East Coast Wine Centre is a brewery located in Bicheno, near Freycinet on Tasmania's east coast.
McHenry Distillery
Craft distillery and bar in Port Arthur offering spirits and drinks.
The Winston
$$Bars in Hobart, Tasmania.
GOTHAM at The Still
Bars in Hobart, Tasmania.
Penguin Beer Co
$$Bars in Devonport, Tasmania.
The Den Salamanca
$$Restaurants in Battery Point, Tasmania.
In The Hanging Garden
$$Stylish lounge offering open-air seating adorned with greenery, plus cocktails & casual bites.
The Barrel Collective
Bars in Launceston, Tasmania.
Mountain Culture Brewery - Hobart
$$Pubs in Hobart, Tasmania.
Rude Boy
$$Bars in Hobart, Tasmania.
Tandy's Alehouse
$$Bars in Launceston, Tasmania.
Cinco Passiones
$$Bars in Launceston, Tasmania.
Evolve Spirits Bar
$Bars in Hobart, Tasmania.
Grinners Dive Bar
$$Bars in Hobart, Tasmania.
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Read guide →Bars in Tasmania — FAQs
What are the best bars in Tasmania?+
Our top-rated bars in Tasmania are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Tasmania bars ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter bars by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many bars are listed in Tasmania?+
We currently feature 66 bars across Tasmania and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.