The Retro Cafe
A popular cafe at Salamanca in Hobart with a 4.1 rating across 515 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The Retro Cafe sits on Salamanca Place at Battery Point, in the heart of Hobart's celebrated Salamanca precinct. With 515 reviews behind its 4.1 rating, it has built a strong following.
The appeal is a relaxed, characterful cafe with a loyal following — a much-loved spot to settle in for breakfast, brunch, a coffee or a bite, right by the famous Salamanca Place with its sandstone warehouses and market. Its position makes it easy to fold a visit into a wider day out.
Cafe menus, specials and trading hours change over time, and it gets busy on weekends and market days. If you're after a particular dish or specific opening hours, it's worth confirming the current details directly before you head over.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 07:30 – 16:00
- TuesdayToday
- 07:30 – 16:00
- Wednesday
- 07:30 – 16:00
- Thursday
- 07:30 – 16:00
- Friday
- 07:30 – 16:00
- Saturday
- 08:00 – 16:00
- Sunday
- 08:00 – 16:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 64
- Popularity
- 82
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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