Top 10 Best Winery Restaurants TAS

It's a mixture of the cooler climate, the pristine waters and crisp air that make Tasmania home to some of Australia's best vineyards and wineries. Surrounded by pastures of fresh produce from land and sea, our top 10 best winery restaurants were hard to narrow down with so many worthy places to choose from!
For travellers seeking the best winery lunch Tasmania has to offer, these vineyard restaurants deliver the perfect combination of breathtaking views, exceptional wine and seasonal, locally inspired dishes. Whether you’re exploring the Tamar Valley or looking for Hobart wineries for lunch, each destination promises an unforgettable gourmet experience that pairs fine dining with world-class Tasmanian wine.
Why Tasmania is a wine lover’s haven
Tasmania has become a must-visit destination for wine enthusiasts, offering some of the most celebrated cool-climate wines in Australia. The island’s combination of crisp air, long sunny days and pristine natural surroundings creates ideal conditions for producing premium Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and sparkling wines. With its rich soil and proximity to the ocean, every glass reflects the region’s unique terroir and purity.
Pairing a visit with the best winery lunch Tasmania has to offer turns a day of tasting into a memorable culinary journey. Many vineyards feature menus designed to complement their wines, highlighting seasonal local ingredients like fresh seafood, artisanal cheeses and farm-grown produce.
Discover Hobart wineries for lunch and scenic dining
Hobart is the gateway to some of Tasmania’s most iconic vineyards, making it an excellent base for wine and food lovers. Hobart winery restaurants in the Coal River Valley and Huon Valley offer breathtaking views alongside dishes crafted to enhance the wine-tasting experience.
From riverside estates to rustic countryside cellar doors, these Hobart wineries for lunch combine world-class wines with the charm of slow, relaxed dining. If you’re planning the best winery lunch Hobart can provide, start with local favourites offering multi-course menus and paired tastings for the ultimate indulgence.
Ready to explore more? Browse our Hobart restaurant directory for even more food and wine experiences, or discover inspiration in our guide to the best winery restaurants in Victoria for your next foodie getaway.
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It's perfect for playing vineyard royalty with soothing valley and mountain panoramas.You need to try the award winning Pinot Noir, winner of the Jimmy Watson Trophy for Australia’s best.Look out for floor to ceiling windows framing Mount Wellington and the surrounding vines.The jewel in the Huon Valley, Home Hill winery is encapsulated with age-old vines, livestock and fields for days, making it a popular photographic destination. The serene and tranquil ambience of the countryside make the perfect backdrop for sipping on their award-winning pinot noir, and plates of French inspired modern cuisine.Read more
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Bringing together the best of the art and wine worlds is The Source at Moorilla Estate. An architect's dream, no detail has been overlooked at this stylish drinking and dining space. Drink the vineyards signature wines while enjoying uncomplicated seasonal food on the plate.Read more
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No visit to Tasmania is complete without a stop over at Josef Chromy cellar door and restaurant. Perched on stunning vine-clad rolling green hills, Josef Chromy is home to a style of wine making that brings together the best of minimalist and modern methods. A La carte lunches, celebrity chefs and dishes constructed from local ingredients, a food and wine adventure to be enjoyed by all.Read more
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Take in the surrounding tranquility of the Coal Valley at the cellar door at Coal Valley Vineyard Restaurant. The kitchen has something for everyone and all occasions featuring delightful bar snacks to share platters and more serious main meals all perfectly paired with the vineyard's finest drop.Read more
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Agreeably Tasmania is packed to the brim with some of the world’s best food and wine options. And, where else can you find an exceptional winery restaurant that’s less than 20 minutes from the capital city? Enter Frogmore Creek Cambridge. Nestled in the Coal River Valley region, Frogmore hones on the highly acclaimed cool climate wine varieties the island state is famed for. And their inhouse restaurant ensures that food and wine lovers can marry their passions together in a seamless dining experience. Be sure to add this one to your list.
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Derwent Estate Vineyard is on the Derwent River 20 minutes north of Hobart. Award-winning wines include 5 different varietals that can be tasted in the heritage listed 1820 Limestone cottage. The menu is made with all local ingredients, the finest the region has to offer including Scottsdale pork, Cape Grim beef, local seafood and fresh garden vegetables..
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Clover Hill Wines is in North East Tasmania, around 30 minutes drive from Launceston. Cool climate wines dominate in this region and Clover Hill sparkling wines are perfect to pair with your multi-course set lunch at Clover's Kitchen. Using locally sourced produce, the menu changes according to the seasons.
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Bienvenue! Less than 20-minutes out of Hobart will transport you to one of the most authentic French restaurants in Tasmania, The French Bistro. Led by Riversdale Estate, this Coal River Valley haven is best described as an opulent oasis where local produce is reinvented to create a refined, seasonal French menu. With stunning views out onto the vineyards and Barilla Bay, The French Bistro promises an unforgettable experience for your visit. Beyond the outstanding service, the wines served part of their pairing is unmistakenly excellent. Open Friday to Sunday, bookings essential.
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If you’re looking for an award-winning winery restaurant in Tasmania that hooks together fresh seafood and white wine varieties, set your sights to the Tasman Peninsula for our favourite cellar door experience, Bangor Vineyard Shed. Famed for their pinot noir, pinot gris, riesling and chardonnay, here at Bangor the team are passionate about all things quality food and wine thanks to their strong connection to the land. With an ever-evolving seasonal menu, visitors can expect the likes of freshly shucked oysters from Boomer Bay, Spring Bay Mussels and, even Tempura Octopus from Pirates Bay. A must visit.
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How does Lenah Venison Carpaccio with maple nuts and port dressing sound? Maybe miso caramel Scottsdale Pork Belly is more to your liking? Or the Pan Roasted White Fish with pickled grapes might hook your tastebuds? Welcome to Ghost Rock Wines, a family-owned winery located in Tasmania’s suburb of Northdown. Entering this acclaimed winery restaurant, guests will be swept away from the meticulous views thanks to the floor-to-ceiling windows. The ingredients are locally sourced, the menu changes seasonally and, as for the wine, you’ll just have to visit to taste it for yourself.