2 Best Restaurants in Hobart, Tasmania

Located on Castray Esplanade opposite Princes Wharf, Blue Eye offers up a wide variety of fresh Tasmanian seafood, cooked to perfection. The barbecue Pirates Bay octopus is a highlight, as is the mixed grill, washed down with a cool Tasmanian craft beer or crisp Pinot.

Featuring a superb range of wines from around the world, this sumptuously decorated Sandy Bay eatery rivals many of the better Chinese restaurants in Sydney and Melbourne. There is a broad menu, ranging from the pricey "candy heart" dried abalone to traditional favorites, such as Me Wah's delicious steamed dumplings; there's also a banquet option. The yum cha (traditional Cantonese tea service) available on weekends at lunchtime is worth the short journey from the city center.