Playfish

Playfish is a small, family-run café on Forbes Street in Devonport, built around straightforward food, good coffee and a welcoming approach to hospitality. The team describes its cooking as old-fashioned in spirit, with everything prepared on site apart from bread, which is sourced locally. The menu brings together Asian, European and Australian influences, offering a varied choice without losing the sense of a neighbourhood café.

Breakfast is a key part of the offering, with options including The Benny and the breakie burger, while toasted items, hot coffee and tea, and iced drinks are also available. The kitchen’s sweets and baked goods are made in-house by the chef, who is a qualified pastry chef and chef with more than 28 years of experience. A vanilla slice is among the named offerings, and the menu also includes a ham and cheese option. The café says its food is made in a lighter style, with nothing deep-fried.

The setting is designed to be practical and easy to use as well as comfortable. Playfish is just outside Devonport city centre, with free parking, wheelchair access, outdoor dining and a kid-friendly environment. Those features make it suitable for families, while the café’s early start and coffee offering also suit people looking for breakfast or a quiet beginning to the day. The option to book a table or order online adds flexibility for visitors planning ahead or picking up food.

There is a personal feel to the venue’s story: Playfish sees its guests as friends rather than simply customers, and its stated aim is to create a place where people can share a meal and feel at home. That makes it a natural fit for casual catch-ups, family meals and solo coffee stops. With a 4.7 Google rating from 248 reviews, it is also a well-regarded café choice for locals and visitors spending time in Devonport.