Beach

Top choice in Hobart


It's worth driving a few kilometres over the headland from Kingston to the sunny terrace of this angular cafe-bar on Blackmans Bay beach. Wood-fired pizzas, steaks, lamb shanks, big salads and pasta are all done with flair. There's a great range of Tasmanian wines and beers, if you feel like settling in for the afternoon.


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