Gigi's Diner

Gigi’s Diner brings an American-style diner feel to Battery Point, Hobart, with a menu built around burgers, shakes and comfort food given a Tasmanian touch. The kitchen describes its approach as fresh, house-prepared food with modern takes on familiar diner classics, making the venue suited to breakfast, brunch and lunch rather than a single type of outing. There are lighter choices such as eggs on an English muffin and a Caesar salad, alongside more substantial plates and handhelds.

The menu’s bolder options include the Double Smash Burger, made with brisket patties, American cheese, sweet onions, lettuce and the diner’s special sauce, served with fries. The Fried Chicken & Waffle combines crispy chicken with a golden waffle, maple syrup and cultured butter, while the Prawn Po’Boy brings tempura prawns, slaw and chimichurri together in a baguette. Steak Frites, chicken tenders, triple-cheese macaroni with bacon jam, pancakes and waffles round out the comfort-food focus. Children are catered for with a dedicated Little Gigi’s section, including pancakes, a cheeseburger with fries, eggs on muffins and tenders with fries; kids’ meals include a milkshake or juice for children aged 11 and under.

The space is designed around the visual language of a classic diner, with red booths and neon signs, softened by what the venue calls a touch of Scandinavian style. It is presented as a relaxed place to settle in, whether you are grabbing breakfast before work, meeting friends, sharing food, or taking your time over brunch. The diner specifically welcomes families, groups and first dates, while the booths and casual setting also make it an easy option for a solo meal. Takeaway and online ordering are available if you would rather enjoy the food elsewhere.

Gigi’s says it was created by a local crew who saw room in Hobart’s café scene for a diner that stayed relevant beyond the brunch rush. Their aim was to offer a playful, stylish setting where locals and visitors could refuel and feel comfortable, with familiar food that is not limited to traditional combinations. At 17a Castray Esplanade, it is positioned for Battery Point regulars and people exploring the Salamanca area, with a menu and atmosphere that lean into approachable, generous diner fare.