my partner and I decided to come to this cafe for brunch, and we were not disappointed! This cozy little cafe is tucked in the middle of Mathers Lane. It’s not noticeable if you’re driving on Liverpool St, but if you’re taking a stroll in the city, you might notice it. We sat down, expecting typical brunch food, Eggs Benedict, eggs on toast, etc. The menu wasn’t big, but there’s food you’d never expect to go well together! The last page of the menu showed sweet & savoury waffles. My partner and i decided to try something different, and he ordered the eggs benedict waffles, and i ordered smoked salmon & capers-filled waffles. It was amazing! We were pleasantly surprised about how well waffles go with savoury breakfast dishes. I highly recommend the smoked salmon & capers waffles, it’s something different from usual breakfast/brunch food, yet surprisingly tasty. There is table service & the waitress takes your order at your table. The coffee is delicious and the food did not take long to arrive at all!

Really kind staff members, excellent coffee, hot chocolate and delicious freshly made (on-site) desserts! Delicious home-made baked beans and well- presented food. Fantastic range of both vegan and vegetarian food and drinks available, including vegetarian and vegan lattes made with Nutri-Organics (Golden latte, velvet latte, mermaid latte, lunar latte). The only negative point is that sometimes there are no more seats available inside when the store is really busy (but luckily take-away is also an option).
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$20–40
Dietary restrictions
Dairy free, gluten free (?), vegetarian and vegan options are available.

Came here for an all day breakfast and boy was I happy and impressed. Firstly I was cheerfully greeted by the counter staff. She made me an amazing coffee and brought me iced water. The poached eggs on sourdough with smoked salmon was Devine. 5 stars to the young girl at the counter who was Multi tasking greeting customers,taking orders and making the coffee and serving the orders to the table too and taking payments for the meals! It's with staff like this and the quality of food which was excellent and even though the place was full not a table to spare my order arrived so fast and I received excellent service.

Found this place by accident really, lovely people, I felt very welcome wandering in wearing orange and reflective clothing as we were working on a construction site nearby, had a great meal and coffee, sent the folks there to try it out, will definitely go back.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$20–40
Parking
No parking directly nearby but if you have mobility issues park on Liverpool St closer to the Myer entrance and it's all flat to the door.

Don't go in the vicinity of this wonderful little cafe without stopping in. The food was delicious. Our savoury waffles with turkey, rocket and kewpie were mouth-watering. And even ignoring the high calibre of the food, the fact that we got a savoury dish for two, a hot drink, an ice cream spider and coffee for a $20 note is incredible. Excellent food for excellent prices. Quiet and comfortable, with polite and friendly staff, don't miss this gem of a cafe. Seriously.

Stellar service. We came here after coming from Berta, we had to leave because of the pretentious and rude service. Enough about that anyhow. We were met with a bubbly waitress, beautiful service and great food. The three things to make an amazing experience. The food was great, we ordered a couple of toasties and an eggs Benedict. All full of flavour and super fresh. Coffee was great too. Strong but smooth.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Amazing coffee! We tried the almond milk latte with hazelnut syrup and it’s the best one we’ve had so far! All the flavours blend in together, not too sweet, just perfect! The oat velvet was a very good vegan alternative to the turmeric latte! Good amount of vegan cakes and sweet snacks available! Seating place outdoor and indoor. Very friendly and nice staff! I recommend
Service
Take out
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–20

A lovely cafe in downtown Hobart. We had breakfast one day here. On our recent trip we got the avocado toast as well as the ham and cheese toasty along with a cappuccino. Everything was super fresh and delicious and I really enjoyed the coffee as well .
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$20–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Eggs Bene, Vegan

My favourite cafe from our trip to Hobart. Pictured are the Nutella custard waffle, sweet potato waffle, and corn fritters. I was very impressed by the Nutella waffles which weren't too sweet and had a great crispy texture. I would definitely also order the other dishes we had again. I also very much enjoyed the Malabar chai tea which I had never tried before.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast

Delighted to discover this hidden gem in Hobart during my holiday—a 'secret garden' offering impeccable food quality. The chef's expertise in crafting perfectly balanced flavors enhances the pleasure of starting the day with a delightful brunch and excellent coffee.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$20–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Lovely cafe in a nice quiet corner. Seats were kinda cramped for the booth we were located at but other than that, the food was pretty good.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$1–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Waffles with Poached Eggs and Bacon
Dietary restrictions
A lot of gluten free options

It's the little things that differentiates this cafe from others in Hobart - including: the outstanding food presentation; superb HOT coffee (in a double walled glass to keep it hot); pleasant staff and surrounds AND great tasting food. It's the complete package. My breakfast was perfect and the savory muffin I took away with me for lunch was moist and healthy.

A small, well hidden gem. The service was very friendly and helpful, and we hoped the food would be on the same level, but it was even better. I have no idea how they gave so much to eat, yet it was quite light and very delicious. A definite must go, and we will be planning a return trip soon (but let me work out these calories from the dessert first)....

I cannot express enough how much I love this place. The owners are some of the best people you can meet. The decor is adorable . The food is fantastic and at a very student friendly price! I couldn't recommend it enough to anyone -couples, students or lovers of great food. Public cafe is special, and must be in my top three cafes in Hobart.

Cute little cafe with a sunny backyard in the heart of Hobart. Loved the humble service, ambience & quality of fresh produce. Highly recommend the place!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$1–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Egg on Sourdough Toast

Food was beautiful presented, and tasted alright, the eggs were seasoned a bit odd for my taste. I didn't like the vibe of the cafe. It just felt a bit hodgepodge in terms of the interior. The staff was superlovely, and saved the experience for me! If you're looking for a simple and good café/coffeeshop experience, this would be fine.

Welcoming and great service. Excellent coffee (served with pure, unadulterated cream!) and delicious, wholesome, real food. Friendly and accommodating staff. Most enjoyable breakfast & every request met with courtesy. Clean and uncluttered. Great find. Somewhere to look forward to returning to when next in Hobart. …

One of the best breakfasts I’ve ever had! We went back the next day because the food was so good! I was shocked with the prices, My wife and I both got coffees and food for $32. The BLT waffle was SOOO GOOD!! If you’re in Hobart don’t waste your time or money anywhere else go to the Picnic Cafe!

Delightful little cafe, on entry your welcomed by the ever helpful and friendly staff and are presented with a fantastic selection of all day breakfasts or other delightful treats. I had the eggs Benedict and a chocolate milkshake and both were great would definitely recommend this place …

Brilliant Eggs Benny with a good amount of bacon and the sour dough bread was great! Waffles are excellent and not frozen and store bought like you get elsewhere. Amazing taste
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$20–40
Recommended dishes
Eggs Bene

This cafe has amazing coffee and amazing savoury waffles. My husband had the savoury waffle with bacon and poached eggs ($13) while I had the smoked salmon savoury waffle ($10). It was delicious and so cheap, we are foodie from Sydney and we highly recommend this place.

Our first brekkie in tassie and it was perfect. Superb quality of ingredients - no nasties, real maple syrup, fresh berries, sweet dishes not overly sweet... I could go on. Coffee was decent too. Highly recommend
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

The food, service and location was brilliant. My friend and I had the veggie waffle which was a great portion was beautifully presented and decorated with an avacado flower. The lemon tart was so delicious with coconut cream. Well priced. I highly recommend

Brilliant little cafe serving a wide range of meal and beverage options. We especially enjoyed the waffle breakfast options, very tasty and beautifully presented. Get yourself down the end of Mathers Lane for an enjoyable breakfast, morning tea or lunch.

Great service with delicious food and coffee at the actual price they should be! Everything is house made including the pastries which makes for a nice change from the factory pastries at so many cafes. Very impressed, a lot of love goes into this place

Great service, Fantastic fresh food and good prices. Small and cosy off the main street. We were really glad we visited here for breakfast the menu has something for everyone. Highly recommend the savoury waffles and the fruit bowl was amazingly fresh!

The waffles are so good here. I can't wait to come here and have the waffles again. The coffee was also nice. My wife still talks about this place. The coffee was also quite nice. Keep up the good stuff, I hope it's as good when I return on a holiday.

An unassuming little cafe tucked away behind Criterion St. I was so excited about there being both savoury and sweet vegan waffle options that I couldn’t resist ordering both, and didn’t regret it! All the staff were lovely and very accommodating.

Small cafe but good coffee. Tried the savory pancake option, did not disappoint. Eggs benny was made so nice, egg yolk is dark and orangey, can tell they use very fresh ingredients. Attentive staff for a super early Monday visit from us at 7am!

A must visit place in Tasmania! We were lucky to find this place on our second day in Hobart and we will definitely visit again! What made our experience so amazing was the friendly staff! If you’re in Hobart, you should visit this place

My partner and I came here for breakfast on his birthday a few weeks ago. It was the best Eggs Benedict & Eggs Royale we’ve ever had. We always try to go somewhere new when we are hunting a breakfast place and this was amazing. The

Nice little spot tucked away from the main drags… some comfortable booths and some benches in window to people watch
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–20
Recommended dishes
Cakes

The food was awesome! Although it took a while to get it served but it was totally worth the wait! Their savoury waffles were amazing. Coffee was great as well! Will definitely be back after the pandemic (hopefully soon!).

Excellent. Great service, high quality food and ingredients. Beautiful presentation. Astoundingly well priced. Definitely hit this place up!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$1–20

Ordered a vegan chocolate tart for my daughters birthday and it was absolutely fantastic. Came with fresh raspberries and she loved the edible gold paint decoration! Will be ordering a cake next birthday that's for sure

Only 1 egg to split with 2 toast but only $1.50 for another so cant complain with price $16 And finished every bite very yummy and i love cafes in laneways and quiet arcades. Small but not busy so very calm to sit in :)

Beautiful little cafe in the city. Came in for a late brunch and the options were endless! Staff were very kind and accommodating with our food tolerances! Would highly recommend a stop in here if you’re in the city :)

Had a fantastic meal, eggs Benedict are fantastic and the staff are awesome. Good coffee too. Fun watching the chef listen to music and make amazing food while he's fully in the zone. Will definitely be coming back.

Absolutely amazing place. Food and service is outstanding. Will be coming back.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$40–60
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Coffee and food were perfect. Staff had clearly gone to the effort to ensure every plate/cup was spot on. Service relatively quick and prices on par with others. Located down a quiet lane. Highly recommended.

Eggs Benedict for the win. Great service, great coffee and a nice tucked away spot
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$20–40
Recommended dishes
Eggs Bene

What a find, my partner and I had breakfast here this morning and we were both super impressed with our food, he had the choc fudge waffle and I had the scramble eggs. The service was wonderful too

A nice little cafe in the Hobart CBD. The waffles were cooked nicely and decorated well especially with the avocado flower. The service was quick and friendly, definitely would recommned a visit.

Great place in a quiet a small ally, cozy place for a short rest. Friendly and fast service (order at table no needed to order at counter). Drinks were fast, and they tasted great. Cheers.

Delicious breakfast and desserts! I had the stuffed mushroom on sourdough and a slice of lemon tart, and it was such a heavenly start to my day. Nice and quaint place, highly recommend it!

Fast and friendly service. Delicious food and good coffee. Daughter (9) and I will be back for dessert another time as our savoury waffle was too filling to permit contemplating dessert.

Such a beautiful space ! The lady who makes the coffees and serves just goes above and beyond every time. Cannot come here enough
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

No words! Just cute! Lovely food and very unique... have visited a few times... feel like I am trying new things everytime. If you want an adventure for your tastebuds head over.

Great and friendly staff, wide variety of good choices for breakfast (lots of creative waffle options, eggs, etc.), and good coffee. It’s in an alley, but was easy to find.

Great fruit and yoghurt for breakfast. Accomodating with dietary restrictions, delicious. Ok coffee, cafe hidden at the end of the arcade, backs onto a tiny park.

Lovely breakfast, fast, staff are awesome. (Update: Best go when not busy, I got forgot and pushed in front of with ordering by take aways, otherwise still nice)

Great Cafe, My friend took me here today. Lovely savoury Turkey waffle with Brie and Greens.. Good coffee nice and hot. Lovely service. I will be back for sure.

Super nice staff with really nice baked stuff along with the food . Would 100% recommend.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Best toasted sandwich I have ever had, and great coffee as well. Excellent service from the friendly staff. I would highly recommend this Cafe.

Smoked salmon waffle. Must visit specially if you have kids. They also have other breakfast items. Ps. Very affordable doeant break the bank.

Only wanted an iced chai but was welcomed with friendly service and a sweet environment will be coming back for brunch sometime! …

Was bit tricky to find the place but at the end all we need is a good food and that’s where we get . Must visit and try waffles …

Hidden gem. Difficult to find as located inside mathers shopping place. Plenty of vegetarian options. Everything cooked perfectly.

A lovely, quaint café, in a nice location. The food was great & presented very well. A great service, also!

A dedicated chef preparing food by heart. Good vibe as well. Has waffle to replace bread in the breakfast.

Great food, coffee and service. Hidden in an alleyway overlooking a tiny park adds to charm. Must visit.

Cosy and lovely place with friendly staff and best coffee in Hobart in my opinion.
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Little cafe hidden away from the main street, peaceful. Delicious waffle, try the mushrooms one …

Love the breakfast. Great service!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Quiet little cafe with great food and friendly staff. Toasties were delicious :)

Great breakfast and friendly staff, especially the avocado & salmon waffles!

Great menu selection and even greater food /service!

Salads are great, while the drinks are not my type.

Tasty waffles and eggs, fast and friendly service.

Absolutely delicious Smoked Salmon waffles!