Raise a glass at these sensational wine bars and tasting rooms in Hobart!
Whether you’re a wine connoisseur seeking the finest drops or simply looking for a cozy spot to unwind with friends, Hobart’s wine bars offer something for everyone. Each venue provides a unique experience that showcases the best of Tasmanian wine.
So, join us as we explore the top wine bars in Hobart, where exceptional wines, delightful bites, and unforgettable evenings await. Cheers!
Right in the heart of Salamanca lies this outstanding wine bar! Despite the conception of dens as dingy affairs, this Hobart wine bar offers patrons a refined drinking experience wholly unique to the city. Taking inspiration from the lush natural environment of Tasmania, The Den features lavish wooden benchtops and fixtures from head-to-toe that give this bar an earthy vibe. And with a great range of seasonal Tasmanian wines, including a selection from Tamar Valley, this is one of the best Hobart wine bars to enjoy a night out with friends or co-workers! 
Den, Salamanca. Photography by Alastair Bett, via Tourism TasmaniaThe Den Salamanca
Institut Polaire can be summed up in a single word: chic. This Hobart CBD wine bar stands as one of the city’s premier wine bars due to its unique cold-climate focus and sophisticated ambiance. Inside the marble-adorned interior is an impressive selection of over 100 wines from Tasmania and around the world. So, whether you’re sipping on a signature Antarctic dry martini or exploring their curated wine flights, Institut Polaire provides a memorable and refined experience for wine enthusiasts.
Photography by fornStudio via ShutterstockInstitut Polaire
With a focus on natural wine, food, and good times, Lucinda Wine Bar is an easy recommendation for those wanting after a Hobart wine bar. It’s got a rustic feel, matched harmoniously with decadent dishes and beverages. The wine menu holds 35 bottles that are served nearly year-round, but the owners hold 100 or so more that are deemed lo-fi yet premium. A bespoke beauty.
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Hobartians, welcome to Molto Wine Bar and Cellars. Home to Tasmania’s most extensive selection of both local and international wines, you are sure to find your perfect drink rustic wine bar. There is even a sister bottle shop with an extensive range available, meaning you can continue the celebration at home with a takeaway bottle. Charming vibes and delicious wines are a few treats in store at Molto.
Photography by fornStudio via ShutterstockMolto
Transport back to the freewheeling prohibition days at Pablos Cocktails and Dreams. With a unique blend of 1920s speakeasy charm and modern sophistication, this Hobart drinking hole is the perfect spot to enjoy a glass of red with some friends. Known for its intimate ambiance and curated wine selection, the bar features soulful live music four nights a week, including vibrant jazz sessions. Start swinging into the night at this sensational wine bar! 
Drinks at bar. Photography by Maksym Fesenko via ShutterstockPablos Cocktails and Dreams
Down-to-earth, moody, and deeply intimate, Sonny is one of our favourite spots for a drink with friends to cap off the week. This narrow, hole-in-the-wall wine bar in Hobart’s CBD prides itself on a deep collection of red and white wines, delicious small bites, and impeccable vibes. So just walk in, grab a seat, and see where the night takes you at Sonny. 
Sonny, Tasmania. Photography by Remi Chauvin, via Tourism TasmaniaSonny
Nestled in South Hobart, South Wine Bar is a cosy and intimate spot that celebrates Tasmania’s distillers, vineyards, and makers, with a premium selection of Tasmanian wines, beers, and spirits. Whether you’re enjoying a glass of wine in their outdoor seating area or savouring a meal in one of their intimate dining rooms, South Wine Bar promises a fantastic night out to share a glass with friends and family!
Photography by UfaBizPhoto via ShutterstockSouth Wine Bar
Enjoy the best of Tasmania’s wine making history with our Essential Guide to the 6 Best Wineries in Tamar Valley, Tasmania. And treat yourself to some spirits with The Top 5 Whisky Bars in Hobart, Tasmania in 2024.
