Best Dinner Places to Eat in Hobart

"Twelve kilometres north of Hobart's city centre, MONA is burrowed into the Triassic sandstone of a peninsula jutting into the Derwent River. Arrayed across three underground levels, the $75-million museum created by local philanthropist-owner David Walsh mixes ancient antiquities among contemporary artworks. It's sexy, provocative, disturbing and deeply engaging – don't miss it.To get here, catch the MONA ferry or MONA Roma shuttle bus from Hobart’s Brooke St Pier."

"Next, make your way to the famous MONA (Museum of Old & New Art), a unique interactive museum that is sure to leave an impression with some downright crazy exhibitions including an entire wall of 100+ uniquely shaped vaginas. Allow at least 2 hours. Not for the vaginas, but for the whole museum."

"Australia's largest privately funded museum is home to a diverse array of exhibits from Tasmanian millionaire David Walsh's private collection…"

"Housed in a historic sandstone warehouse, Peacock and Jones is a culinary gem that shines brightly on Hobart’s waterfront. Boasting minimalist decor and an impressive wine cellar, this Hunter Street spot serves up some of the best steak in Hobart – 250g chargrilled sirloin with beetroot and ox tongue, anyone?. If you’re looking for an introduction to delicious Tasmanian cuisine, the team at Peacock and Jones have one simple message: pull up a chair."

"Housed in an old sandstone warehouse on Hobart’s waterfront, Peacock and Jones is connected to The Henry Jones Art Hotel. Its interiors juxtapose the old-world charm of exposed high rafters against slick furniture and tableware. You could call the food “gastropub”."

"Almost difficult to find in the courtyard behind the Henry Jones Art Hotel, Peacock & Jones is a marvellously atmospheric space with huge timber beams and a ceiling hung with old jam-making machinations."

"A restaurant whose loyal following of fans includes the good people of The New York Times, Dier Makr offers an unrivalled fine dining experience in Hobart. The set menu at this Collins Street spot regularly has diners on the edge of their seats, with local meat, fish and veggies given the five-star treatment. Tasmania’s capital is home to many attractions, but very few of them satisfy the palate quite like Dier Makr."

"A wine-centric eatery with a food tasting menu to write home about, Dier Makr focusses on minimal intervention and biodynamic wines. This one’s worth calling ahead to secure your spot."

"Affectionately known by locals as ‘The Tele’, Telegraph Hotel is a destination for anyone looking to party hard. With happy hour rolling around every week, it won’t take long before you try your hand at karaoke or strut your stuff on the dance floor. The crowds start rolling in early, and nobody starts leaving until late."

"Part restaurant, part bar, Small-fry is known for its fresh and relaxed atmosphere and casual but refined food (try the porridge) and of course its doughnuts, with flavours like salted caramel, apple crumble and mint slice to tempt your senses. Seated around a huge, steel-topped bar where chefs prepare your food right in front of you, you’ll find that Small-fry is the perfect place to grab breakfast, lunch or one of Hobart’s best coffees."

"3/129 Bathurst Street, Hobart www.small-fryhobart.com.au Good things really do come in small packages. While Small-fry may be petite when it comes to size, that doesn’t hold it back when it comes to food and beverage offerings. Open for breakfast and lunch, the kitchen and bar also specialises in an early tipple with casual seating set around the preparation bench."

"Dreadlocks and peace-sign necklaces are optional but preferred at this Caribbean bar. When you’re surrounded by the old-time Havana mural, pastel-coloured stools and palm painted windows, you’ll have a hard time believing that you’re actually in downtown Hobart. Don’t plan on just dropping in though."

"From the Caribbean to Tasmania, this quaint Hobart bar has one of Australia’s best rum collections. Seriously, it’s been voted!. Rude Boy has such a great collection of the spirit that they had to create a separate menu called ‘Rum Journal’."

"Every Australian capital city has to have at least one rustic burger shop flipping up the finest patties available. For Hobart, that is unquestionably The Standard, hidden off Liverpool Street down Hudsons Lane. It’s as unfussed about aesthetics as the burgers are, with seating options either on a small rooftop or simply just the pavement outside."