Best Restaurants in Tasmania (2026)
Looking for the best restaurants in Tasmania? We've rounded up 139 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.
Tasmania's dining scene spans cuisines from across the world alongside modern Australian cooking that leans on local produce and seafood. Whether you're after a special-occasion table or a relaxed neighbourhood dinner, the list below is ranked so the consistently excellent rises to the top.
139 spots
Mrs Jones Restaurant Bar Lounge
$$$Mrs Jones Restaurant Bar Lounge is a multi-purpose venue on Bluff Road in Devonport, combining restaurant, bar and pub functions.
The Astor Grill
$$$Modern Australian meals in a stylish art deco restaurant with warm red walls and white tablecloths.
Communion Brewing Co
$$Bars in Burnie, Tasmania.
The Little Poet
Dessert Spots in Battery Point, Tasmania.
Ogee
Restaurants in Hobart, Tasmania.
Ball & Chain Grill - Salamanca
$$Refined steak and seafood from a charcoal grill, in a historic building constructed by chain gangs.
Born In Brunswick
$$Cafes in Hobart, Tasmania.
Mad Apple Café
$$Cafes in Launceston, Tasmania.
Driftwood Restaurant
$$Restaurants in Richmond, Tasmania.
Jailhouse Grill
$$Area-sourced steaks, plus seafood, in an 1800s building with wood tones and a playful convict theme.
Mudbar Restaurant Launceston
$$$Contemporary dining room with outdoor tables overlooking a marina, serving Modern Australian dishes.
Lost Captain Restaurant & Taphouse
$$Restaurants in Bruny Island, Tasmania.
Geographe Restaurant and Espresso Bar
$$Bars in Freycinet, Tasmania.
Black Cow Bistro
$$$Classy steakhouse in a former butchery, showcasing premium, free-range beef amid colourful murals.
Verona Devonport
$$Bars in Devonport, Tasmania.
Peppina
Restaurants in Hobart, Tasmania.
Syra
Restaurants in Battery Point, Tasmania.
Pearl + Co
$$Restaurants in Hobart, Tasmania.
Restaurants by suburb
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Read guide →Restaurants in Tasmania — FAQs
What are the best restaurants in Tasmania?+
Our top-rated restaurants 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 restaurants 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 restaurants 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 restaurants are listed in Tasmania?+
We currently feature 139 restaurants across Tasmania and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.
Do I need to book a restaurant in Tasmania?+
For popular and higher-end restaurants, booking ahead is wise — especially Friday and Saturday nights. Many casual spots take walk-ins. Check the venue's own page or website for the latest, as we don't take bookings on your behalf.