12 Tasmanian Restaurants Open on Mondays: Your Guide to Dining When Most Places Are Closed
Monday in Tasmania often means limited dining options—many restaurants close their doors to recharge after the weekend. But if you're planning a meal or travelling mid-week, several venues across the state stay open when others shut up shop. Here are 12 restaurants worth knowing about that welcome diners on Mondays.
- 1Restaurants Hobart
1. Da Angelo Ristorante
Hobart's Italian option for Monday meals, offering consistent service when central venues are typically closed.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(2,325)· Google$$$$70Spot ScoreGreat 
2Restaurants Bruny Island2. Bruny Island Cruises
Bruny Island's venue stays open Mondays, perfect for visitors exploring the island mid-week without missing dining.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.7(1,832)· Google68Spot ScoreWorth a Look
3Restaurants Hobart3. Urban Greek Restaurant
Located in Hobart, this is a reliable spot for Greek fare on a day when many Hobart restaurants don't operate.
Open MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.7(2,723)· Google$$$$68Spot ScoreWorth a Look
4Restaurants Salamanca4. Callington Mill Distillery
Salamanca's distillery venue offers Monday dining with a focus on local spirits and regional flavour.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(1,012)· Google68Spot ScoreWorth a Look
5Restaurants Launceston5. Cataract on Paterson
Launceston's option for Monday diners, filling a gap in the regional dining landscape mid-week.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(2,953)· Google$$$$67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
6Restaurants Freycinet6. Melshell Oyster Shack
Freycinet's seafood-focused venue operates Mondays, ideal for oyster lovers heading to or through the coastal area.
Open MondaysView venue4.8(771)· Google$$$$67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
7Restaurants Hobart7. Bar Wa Izakaya
Hobart's Japanese izakaya keeps its doors open Mondays, providing an alternative to standard weekday dining.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(3,003)· Google$$$$67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
8Restaurants Burnie8. Hungry Birds Burnie
Burnie's restaurant remains open on Mondays, supporting visitors and locals in Tasmania's north-west.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(830)· Google67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
9Restaurants Hobart9. Landscape Restaurant & Grill
Another Hobart establishment that operates on Mondays, offering grill-focused dining when options are scarce in the city.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.7(827)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
10Restaurants Cradle Mountain10. Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm Cafe
Near Cradle Mountain, this farm cafe operates Mondays for visitors exploring the region during quieter mid-week periods.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.5(2,872)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
11Restaurants Launceston11. Stillwater Restaurant and Stillwater Seven Accommodation
Based in Launceston, this combined restaurant and accommodation venue welcomes Monday guests, convenient for travellers.
Open late (after 10pm)Open MondaysView venue4.6(1,451)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
12Restaurants Port Arthur12. Bangor Vineyard Shed
Port Arthur's vineyard venue serves Monday diners, convenient for tourists visiting the historic site.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(604)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Da Angelo Ristorante | 70/100 | 4.8(2,325) | $$ | Hobart | Open 7 days |
| Bruny Island Cruises | 68/100 | 4.7(1,832) | — | Bruny Island | Open 7 days |
| Urban Greek Restaurant | 68/100 | 4.7(2,723) | $$ | Hobart | Open Mondays |
| Callington Mill Distillery | 68/100 | 4.8(1,012) | — | Salamanca | Open 7 days |
| Cataract on Paterson | 67/100 | 4.6(2,953) | $$ | Launceston | Open 7 days |
| Melshell Oyster Shack | 67/100 | 4.8(771) | $ | Freycinet | Open Mondays |
| Bar Wa Izakaya | 67/100 | 4.6(3,003) | $$ | Hobart | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Hungry Birds Burnie | 67/100 | 4.8(830) | — | Burnie | Open 7 days |
| Landscape Restaurant & Grill | 66/100 | 4.7(827) | $$$$ | Hobart | Open 7 days |
| Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm Cafe | 66/100 | 4.5(2,872) | $$ | Cradle Mountain | Open 7 days |
| Stillwater Restaurant and Stillwater Seven Accommodation | 66/100 | 4.6(1,451) | $$$ | Launceston | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Bangor Vineyard Shed | 66/100 | 4.8(604) | $$ | Port Arthur | Open 7 days |
Frequently asked questions
Are all these restaurants definitely open every Monday?+
These venues are listed as operating on Mondays, but public holidays, seasonal closures or special events may affect individual dates. We recommend confirming directly with your chosen venue before visiting.
Do I need to book ahead?+
That depends on the venue and how busy they expect to be. Many restaurants appreciate bookings, particularly at venues like Stillwater and Da Angelo. Calling ahead is always a safe bet.
What regions of Tasmania are best covered?+
Hobart has the most options (4 venues), making it easiest for city diners. Regional areas like Launceston, Freycinet, Bruny Island and Port Arthur each have at least one Monday-open restaurant, though options thin out outside major centres.
Are any of these venues specifically budget-friendly?+
We don't have pricing data for these venues. Contact them directly to compare meal costs and find options that suit your budget.
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