Ginger Brown

Top choice in Hobart


This perennially popular and well-run cafe presents a wide-ranging menu, including a house crumpet with raspberry mascarpone and lemon curd, a black quinoa salad and a poke bowl. It's very kid- and cyclist-friendly, and the coffee is the best in South Hobart. Last orders 3pm. Grab the window bench for fine views of kunanyi/Mt Wellington.


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