Looking for a friendly spot to unwind after a long day exploring Hobart? Look no further than the Shipwrights Arms Hotel (AKA Shippies). Shippies has been a beloved community icon for over 177 years, and for good reason. Just a short walk from Salamanca and the city centre, this Hobart pub is a legendary institution, serving up a great range of local beers, wine, ciders, and spirits. Don’t forget to try Shippies Signature Chowder with local seafood, bacon and citrus pangrattato.

For the best waterfront Hobart pub, check out the Customs House Hotel Restaurant. Located in the heart of Hobart’s Maritime precinct, this beloved pub is just a few steps from the docks, Salamanca and Battery Point. Picture this: sunshine on sandstone, salty sea breezes and the sound of sails flapping in the wind – pure bliss right? There are classics like lamb shank pot pie and pork sirloin on the menu, or if you’re feeling game maybe some wallaby schnitty?

If the best of Hobart nightlife is what you’re after, you’ve gotta check out Preachers. Close to Salamanca Markets and Battery Point, it’s the perfect pub to begin (or end) your evening and dance the night away. With a bus parked in the courtyard (must-see), it’s the perfect place for hanging out, eating burgers (a peking duck burger specifically) and washing it down craft beers and tasty cocktails.

For one of the absolute best pubs in Hobart, head to The Brick Factory. It’s more of an upmarket pub and restaurant, if that’s your vibe, and the menu is full of classic dishes like schnitty and parmi, but you can also grab some sticky bbq lamb ribs with coleslaw & chips. Plus, they’ve got one of the state's best ranges of Tasmanian drinks. With live music on the weekends, there’s no better place to experience the best Hobart nightlife and hospitality.

For a super chill and laid back watering hole in Hobart CBD, get your tush over to New Sydney Hotel. They’ve got a cosy fire, delicious craft brews, and a constantly evolving tasty pub menu. Best of all, New Sydney Hotel knows Tassie food just tastes better, so all the food is locally-sourced. You’ve gotta make sure you try their ‘world famous’ crispy pig ears with HP sauce (and some deep fried grilled pickles and cheesy garlic bread, of course).

Feel like sleeping at one of the best pubs in Hobart? Of course, we don’t mean sleeping on the floor, but the Prince of Wales Hotel is an excellent pub and hotel to boot. It’s got a seriously impressive pub menu with some classics like parmi steak, or you can opt for the more innovative meals, like James Boags draught fish and chips or Baked Wicked Cheese Co. double brie and prosciutto.

For the ultimate beer experience in Hobart, look no further than T-Bone Brewing Co. Everything on tap and in cans is handcrafted in-house with a focus on quality, with ingredients carefully selected from local and interstate sources. Their core range caters to discerning palates and the masses, while their seasonal beers (like watermelon wheat and nectarine saison) allow for a little expression and experimentation. In terms of food, there are a bunch of tasty share plates!

The Winston in North Hobart is a thriving craft beer venue that underwent a revitalization in 2013 when new owners took over. They installed a 12-tap beer system pouring top drops from Australia and abroad, with a heavy dose of US imports. Drawing crowds from the local area and tourists, this Hobart pub offers more than just quality booze, with US-inspired food (we’re talking a huge wings & tacos menu) , a pool table, pinball and live music.

Established in 1807, the Hope and Anchor Tavern is Hobart’s oldest continuously licensed pub. This Hobart institution offers a menu that emphasises fresh Tasmanian produce and traditional pub fare with modern twists, from venison loin to seafood chowder, black angus porterhouse and more.

On the eastern shore of Hobart you’ll find the Beltana Hotel – a local jaunt you can unwind with a classic pub meal or a quick drink. With a contemporary menu that has all the classic pub plates and plenty of fresh additions, try the baked cob loaf, BBQ corn ribs, and popcorn chicken. Plus, the dining area itself is a sight to behold, enclosed in a huge glass atrium and overlooking the Derwent River.