Just outside the heart of the city, you’ll find yourself in Hobart’s Midtown precinct, a vibrant pocket packed with wine bars, dive bars, gift shops, barbers, fine dining, and late-night eats. From Liverpool Street in the south to Warwick Street in the north, this central strip is Hobart’s true hidden gem.
It truly was a battle narrowing down this list, but enjoy just a sliver of what Midtown has to offer in our ultimate guide:
Fuel Up!
First things first, a caffeine hit to start the day – and boy are we spoilt for choice! The Stagg in Midtown is a local icon, serving up Lottie Lane Coffee Roasters brew and fresh pastries courtesy of Baked gluten free and Pigeon Whole Bakers. Grab a seat in their sunny parklet and soak up the heritage-lined streets of Midtown.
Local Loves
Midtown is your one stop gift shop strip in Hobart! Need an xmas gift for that someone who’s hard to buy for? Midtown has you covered!
First stop, the boutique celebrating Japanese aesthetics and Tasmanian design – meet The Maker. Think clothing, ceramics, and artisan homewares, perfect for that trinket collector you’ve yet to buy for. Their in-house label, LJ Struthers, is exclusive to The Maker and designed right here in Tasmania.
Spin into the grooveat Tommy Gun Records, home to both new and second-hand records. Plus you will find a collection of CDs, records players, accessories, and Tasmania’s largest range of music tees.
Nothin beats the old-school charm of homemade cakes and scones, fresh locally grown blooms, handmade gifts and knick-knacks made with love, yep we’re talking about the Hobart institution – The CWA Hobart Gift Shop! Offering a slice of nostalgia in the city, unique gifts with heart, supporting local women and communities. The CWA is community-driven, with any profits circulated right back into the community – every cent goes right back into Tassie!
A charming store for handmade gifts and a curated collection of gifts for baby, home and you, from Tasmania and beyond. At Lily & Dot you’ll find jewellery, crochet blankets, baby clothes, soft toys, children’s books, candles, cards and more.
Brunch It Up
The hottest new brunch spot in (mid)town! Make a pit stop by Erda for the cutest most instagrammable brunch – the Blue Sky drink is a MUST try!
If that ain’t your style, head on down the road to Bathurst Street bagels where you’ll find the likes of the Tassie Lox bagels, cream cheese bagels, cinnamon scrolls and a personal fave – the vegan pepperoni bagel! If you’re a bagel lover, make Bathurst Street your next brunch stop.
Get Buzzed
Once you’ve had brunch/second breakfast, it’s time to freshen up! Head on up to Paradise Lost Barbershop. Looking like something straight outta a Wes Anderson film, step on in to this pink haven, smell the incense (nag champa anyone?) and have a chat with the dapper-looking barbers who will treat you to a style, cut and shave.It’s giving Accidently Wes Anderson vibes.
Enjoy a Tipple
Now you’re looking (and feeling) fresh, it’s time to wind down with a cheeky tipple. Luckily for you, Midtown has an abundance of wine bars and dive bars to choose from, good luck choosing just one!
Sonny – this walk-ins only wine bar has to be one of the hippest spots in Hobart. Pop in for a quick snack or have a full meal if you order most of the menu – think oysters, pasta, and cheeses. Spinning records and pouring wines, the line up is worth the wait at Sonny.
Grinners – A grungy, late-night favourite for tacos, tequila, and mezcal. Don’t miss their famous Margarita Mondays or Taco Tuesdays. The lights are low, but the vibes are high at Midtown’s hottest dive bar.
Rude Boy – Fried Chicken and cocktails, need we say more? A funky little cocktail & rum bar, Rude Boy’s chicken is second to none, as well as being crowned Hobart’s best vegan chicken in town, this fun and energetic bar is truly one of Midtowns highlights.
Delectable Dinner Digs
If you’re after a different vibe, we got chu.
After a decent pub feed? Look no further than the New Sydney Hotel, a Hobart icon with an Irish soul and the best Guinness in town. How lucky are we to have the cosiest spot for irish tunes, cold Guinness, hearty pub meals and the best craic in town. A Hobart icon with an Irish soul. Expect craft beers, Guinness on tap, and hearty pub fare. Top-notch pub grub 7 days a week, 18 taps flowing with classics, rotating craft brews and the best Guinness in town.
Something stronger? A great selection of local gins and a huge range of whiskies from home and abroad. The craic starts here!
Not after pub grub? Midtown’s local aperitivo and small plates bar beckons you in through their fairy-light lined laneway. La Sardina Loca, a Mediterranean-inspired aperitivo bar, perfect for small plates, spritzes, and courtyard vibes.
Influenced by the cuisines of Spain and the Mediterranean, tasty flavours to enjoy alongside your favourite libations, the La Sardina Loca spread champions plenty of great Tassie seafood and local produce.
Maybe youi’re after an extravagant dinner eperinece? Midtown’s best kept secret, Omotenashi Hobart is your next date night destination. This 10-seat kaiseki restaurant where Japanese tradition meets the purity of Tasmania’s landscape. Hidden within a Lexus showroom, it offers an intimate dining experience shaped by seasonality, precision, and omotenashi—wholehearted hospitality.
their multi-course menu highlights the finest seafood and produce from Tasmania’s land and waters, prepared with intention and care. With only ten guests each evening, service is personal, unobtrusive, and thoughtful.
This is a place for those who appreciate restraint, craftsmanship, and quiet beauty. Must be tried to be belived, you can thank us later!