Kosaten Hobart

Kosaten sits on Castray Esplanade at Battery Point, near Salamanca and the waterfront in historic Hobart. A much-loved Japanese restaurant, it's earned a strong reputation — combining quality, authentic Japanese cooking with good drinks and a relaxed, characterful setting, the kind of accomplished spot that's become a genuine favourite in the lovely Battery Point area.

The appeal is that combination of quality Japanese food, a good drinks offering and a relaxed, characterful atmosphere in a great Battery Point location near Salamanca and the waterfront, ideal for a special dinner, a meal with friends, a date or a sociable night out. Quality Japanese done well always draws a loyal crowd, and Kosaten has clearly won over both locals and visitors.

With a 4.5 rating from more than 800 reviews, it's clearly delighting its diners. Menus, drinks lists, opening hours and pricing change with the seasons, and a popular restaurant fills up over weekends, so it's worth checking current details and booking directly where needed before you go — particularly for a weekend, a group or a table at a peak time near the Hobart waterfront.