Looking for truly family-friendly dining in Tasmania? We’re not just talking kids menus with nuggets, we mean places where kids are welcome, noise is okay, and there’s space to feel comfortable in. From healthy kids meals to play spaces and outdoor areas, these kid-friendly restaurants and cafes in Hobart, Launceston and around the island make dining out with little ones easy.

Family Dining in Hobart

The Albert Brewery
73-75 Albert Road, Moonah
Locally owned and utilising rare traditional brewing techniques, The Albert Brewery is a worthy visit for beer fans. But you don’t have to organise a babysitter for this one; their Taproom (open Thursday to Sunday) is family friendly with a basketball machine, arcade, and good food to keep kids entertained. From October 2025, a beer garden with short mat bowls, kids’ outdoor area, and firepits add to the easygoing setting.

The Burger Haus
364A Elizabeth Street, North Hobart
It’ll be tough for a kid to not be excited about a burger joint. This buzzy, casual restaurant has spacious seating available both in the restaruant and on their balcony. They serve up juicy, hefty burgers, and every Tuesday you can grab $10 cheeseburgers all day. Their kids menu, called Ankle Biters, has appropriately sized burgers for $8 or $8.50 each. For an extra $6 upgrade it to a meal with chips and drink, plus a “surprise”. Kids might also love the specialty milkshake and sundae options. Not the healthiest place, but a fun one.

Deep South Brewing Co.
220 Argyle Street, North Hobart
This spacious, moody, multi-level bar and restaurant has plenty of room, making it ideal for both small and large groups. Their pizzas are a hit with the whole family, and there’s a kid-friendly menu with plain pizzas and chips for fussier eaters. If anyone needs a break from sitting still, there’s pool and even arcade games to keep them entertained. You can’t go wrong.

Sush Track
1 Franklin Wharf, Hobart
Kids love trains, so they’ll be thrilled to see sushi zooming past them on a track. Sush Track, located on the Hobart waterfront, serves up fresh, tasty sushi. While there’s no play area and not much space to move around, it’s still a fun and novel experience, especially if you grab a trackside booth.

Grill’d
349 Elizabeth Street, North Hobart
A relaxed, sit-down spot known for its healthy burgers served on Hi Fibre Lo-Gl buns. Kids can get their burger fix without you having to feel guilty. The menu is extensive, and for picky eaters, there’s a build-your-own-burger option. Grill’d also runs a Local Matters campaign, letting you support community groups with every burger you buy. You get a token to vote for a cause and kids love choosing which jar their bottle top goes into. The group with the most tokens receives $300, and the other two get $100 each.

Billy’s Burgers and Bar
Elizabeth Street Pier, Hobart
This place boasts kid-approved favourites like burgers, shakes, fries, and sundaes. And for the grown-ups, there’s a fully stocked bar. That’s right, while the kids tuck into their meals at this colourful family-friendly restaurant, adults can swap soft drinks for a glass of wine, a cold beer, or a cocktail. Everyone leaves happy.

Fern Tree Tavern
680 Huon Road, Fern Tree
Tucked on the slopes of Kunanyi / Mount Wellington, this cosy tavern is perfect for winding down after a day on the mountain. There’s easy parking just across the road, so that’s one less stress. The kids’ menu is affordable and familiar, and the lively space handles noise well. Pop in on a Sunday between 4:30pm and 6pm for their two-for-one parmi deal, or on Thursdays between 5:30pm and 6:30pm when kids eat free.

Tasmania Gourmet Seafoods
50 Loop Road, Cambridge
This unassuming seafood spot in Cambridge has been crowned Tasmania’s Best Fish and Chip Restaurant multiple times (2016, 2017, 2018, and 2021), and even took out the national title in 2017. The best bit is it’s just around the corner from the airport, making it perfect for a takeaway. Grab some fish and chips, find a spot nearby, and watch the planes come and go.

Mures
Victoria Dock, Hobart
With loads of seating inside and out, Mures is a relaxed and reliable spot for families right on the waterfront. Kids will get a kick out of the seagulls eyeing off their chips, and there’s a great selection of kids’ meals and ice cream flavours. Inside, the space is large and lively, good at containing even the most energetic little ones. Crayons and colouring pages are available.

The Drunken Admiral
17/19 Hunter Street, Hobart
Kids who love anything to do with pirates and maritime will love this maximally decorated restaurant. Upon walking inside it’s like entering a ship, complete with lanterns, rope, anchors, paintings, and countless nautical artefacts. It’s almost a museum in its own right. There’s even a skeleton steering the helm! While this seafood restaurant is a bit on the pricier side, and it’s not suitable to play or run around, the vibes and pirate-themed kids menu make up for it.

Carlyle Hotel
232 Main Road, Derwent Park
With a family bistro sitting separate from the more adult-oriented sports bar, Carlyle Hotel is a relaxed, fuss-free spot to bring the family. They sell a variety of pub favourites and snack foods, and on the kids menu everything is priced at $12. The cherry on top is the enclosed playground for younger children and some computer games for the older ones.

Saigon Express
335 Elizabeth Street, Hobart
For very low key, but very delicious Vietnamese head to this casual spot in North Hobart. The amazing thing here is that if your kids aren’t into the Vietnamese side of the menu they also serve fried chicken, chips and burgers too. 

Lost Freight
Pinnacle Road, Wellington Park
Is there anything better than a café with a huge natural outdoor play area? Located at The Springs, halfway up Kunanyi / Mount Wellington, Lost Freight is a favourite for families. Kids will love a babycino and banana bread, while parents can relax at the outdoor tables with a quality coffee, soaking in the mountain air as the kids run free.

Rivulet Cafe
64 Anglesea Street, South Hobart
Set alongside the picturesque rivulet in South Hobart, Rivulet Café is about as kid-friendly as it gets. There’s a fully equipped playground, a menu full of family favourites (banana bread makes another appearance), and plenty of room both indoors and out, ideal for prams and parent groups.

The Cornelian Bay Boathouse
15 Queens Walk, Hobart
A peaceful seaside spot with views of the Tasman Bridge, the Cornelian Bay Boathouse is great for families wanting fresh air. The kiosk is open daily from 9:30am to 4:30pm, serving kid-approved snacks like hot chips, croissants, sandwiches, and juice. Right next door is a large playground with swings, slides, and all the classics, plus a big oval across the road for ball games and space to roam. Seaside walking paths wind along the bay, and there’s always a dog or bird to spot.

Jam Packed Cafe
27 Hunter Street, Hobart
Tucked inside the historic Henry Jones Art Hotel, Jam Packed is a spacious, relaxed spot on Hobart’s waterfront. The all-day menu has something for everyone, with coffee, light meals, and sweet treats. The key word here is space. Their dining area is wide and spacious in an undercover courtyard, great for prams, groups, and kids that need a little run-around.

Machine Laundry Cafe
12 Salamanca Square, Hobart
This laundrette/cafe combination may fascinate curious kids, who could get a kick out of watching the laundry machines swish round and round. The cafe serves up brekkie favourites and light meals like fruit bowls, banana bread, and hotcakes, and there’s plenty of outdoor seating with room for prams – great for warmer weather. Kids can run around Salamanca Square and even play a game of giant chess in the neighbouring courtyard. 

Puddleduck Vineyard
992 Richmond Road, Richmond
Ducks, ducks, and more ducks. This fun and friendly vineyard in the Coal River Valley delivers on its namesake. Situated beside a large pond, the place is home to many quakers and little ones may get heaps of enjoyment watching these funny animals do their little duck things. There’s a playground with space to run around and play, plus a dedicated kids menu. The adults, meanwhile, can enjoy a little wine tasting.

Room for a Pony
338 Elizabeth Street, North Hobart
Ironically, there’s room for a pram in Room for a Pony, which has sizable seating areas both outside and in, perfect for prams, large families, and kids who need to move around a bit. They make plenty of pizzas, and for more adventurous eaters, their menu is a hodgepodge of inspirations from around the world.

Meal Machines Cafe & Play Centre
3/7 Bligh Street, Rosny Park
A kids play centre mixed with a cafe… is this a parent’s dream? Located right next to Village Cinemas Eastlands, this is a place where kids can play to their heart’s content. Ball pit? Check. Jumping castle? Check. Slides? Check. As for the parents, you’ve got coffee and snacks.

Family Dining in Launceston

Jailhouse Grill
32 Wellington Street, Launceston
There comes a phase in many young kids’ lives where they are fascinated by prisons and police. The Jailhouse Grill is sure to bring joy to such a child, with its gaol-themed iconography and structure built from handmade convict bricks. While this is a sit-down restaurant that doesn’t encourage play, families are very welcome and there’s a kids menu that serves generous portions.

Du Cane Brewery
60/64 Elizabeth Street, Launceston
Celebrating Tasmania’s bushwalking culture and love for the outdoors, Du Cane Brewery features a large, welcoming dining hall perfect for families. At the heart of the kitchen is a big Italian woodfired pizza oven that’s sure to have everyone’s mouths watering. Keeping with the outdoor adventure theme, there’s also a climbing wall for kids to enjoy.

Maple Cafe
19 Abbott Street, Launceston
Maple Cafe offers a relaxed, family-friendly vibe with a spacious seating area both inside and out, plus an outdoor playground. Their generous menu includes a dedicated kids’ menu for breakfast and lunch, with special packs that come with a meal, drink, and an activity book with crayons – perfect for keeping little ones entertained!

Apricus
55 Sandown Road, Norwood
Just ten minutes from Launceston, Apricus is set on a picturesque green property with loads of space for kids to run around. Thoughtfully designed to be cosy, inviting, and ideal for families, there are plenty of places to relax, from alfresco dining and picnic tables on the lawn, to peaceful walking trails by the lake. There’s even a charming animal nursery that’s sure to be a favourite with the kids, home to guinea pigs, bunnies, goats, and more.

Family Dining in Devonport

Central Bar & Restaurant
82 Formby Road, Devonport
A relaxed atmosphere with modern surrounds beside the Mersey River, the Central Restaurant at the Formby Hotel has pizzas, pasta, steak, seafood and more. The 12 and under kids menu is $14 for each main option, and $6 for each dessert. Kids can get a free soft drink, juice, or flavoured milk with each main, and an activity placemat to keep them entertained.