Father's Day in Tasmania 2024: Spoil Dad with a Fun Day Out

Celebrate Father's Day with Tasmania's best experiences! While you may have sorted the present after browsing our gift ideas, we're here to help you ensure Dad is well-fed and enjoying quality time with family on his special day.

Our curated selection of restaurant menus features top-tier establishments renowned for their excellence and unique ambience, with special dining deals on the first Sunday in September. With a full belly, you'll be ready to explore the car shows, markets and exclusive masterclasses set up for Dad.

Here are our top picks for a perfect Father’s Day in Tasmania in 2024.

Mr. Good Guy

If Dad has a soft spot for Southeast Asian food and delicious cocktails, head straight to Mr. Good Guy for the best vibes and an epic feast in Hobart or Devonport.

For lunch, dine in on an exclusive Guy Tea Lunch, complete with share-style plates of oysters, pork bao, lamb ribs and Thai fried chicken, plus a schooner of Tassie Lager.

Come dinnertime, the Hobart team will offer a Meat and Malt experience, where just $45 gets you a juicy Tiger steak and a pint of beer on tap!

173 Macquarie Street, Hobart

Corner of Rooke & 2 Best Street, Devonport

Shambles Brewery

The core range of Shambles Brewery consistently brings home awards and their Afternoon Delight Pale Ale is as refreshing as it gets, so why not take Dad to try it for himself? Shambles is hosting the Main and Schooner special, for just $30 pp this Father's Day.

Feast on fried chicken, loaded fries, burgers, wraps and heftier mains in the laidback setting, plus, every dad goes into a draw to win special prizes! 

222 Elizabeth Street, Hobart

Tesoro

Tesoro, meaning “treasure”, is an ode to the Tasmanian farmers, crafters, and purveyors that help showcase the real art of Italian cuisine.

Made up of humble, uncomplicated food that packs a flavourful punch, this year's Father's Day Beef and Brew menu is sure to please. Head Chef Glen Tilly has curated a feast fit for a king, with a flame-grilled Cape Grim eye fillet served with baked gnocchi and pancetta jus. Throw in a pint of beer or cider to make this a meal any dad can get around! 

28 Elizabeth Street, Hobart

In The Hanging Garden

A lunchtime feast the whole family will love, make your way to the magical inner-city escape In the Hanging Garden for a generous Sunday roast. Designed to feed a family of four and complete with all the trimmings, choose from roast lamb or chicken for less than $100.

Make it a meal to remember with pumpkin soup, extra potatoes, delicious apple crumble or deep-fried ice cream, and stay a little longer to enjoy the relaxing vibes at this vibey hotspot.

112 Murray Street, Hobart

Cascade Brewery Tour

It's business as usual at Cascade Brewery this Sunday, but there's a bonus! All tours of the state's most famous brewery will be 15% off, so if Dad or the father figure in your life has always wanted to see the magic behind the beer, this is your chance!

Before or after the tour, settle in for a pint and a quality feed at the Brewery Bar, open from midday to 5 pm.

131 Cascade Road, South Hobart

Riversdale Estate Father's Day Show

Take a short drive from Hobart to discover a weekend of car shows, truck exhibits, competitions and face painting for the kids and picnic grazing (weather permitting) at the annual Riversdale Estate Father's Day Show.

Families can stay cosy indoors at the bistro, or enjoy the sunshine at an outdoor picnic table, with pizza from Noel's Pizza and grazing boxes of cheese, meat, cakes and scones. Bookings are recommended!

 222 Denholms Road, Cambridge

Farm Gate Market

Peaches and cherries and plums, oh my! Sprawled up a one-way street in central Hobart, Farm Gate Market is your one-stop shop for fresh local produce in abundance, and they're open this Father's Day!

Showcasing some of the best of southern Tasmania, you’ll find so much goodness in the form of coveted sourdough crumpets, artisan cheese, just-picked fruit and vegetables from local farmers and so much more among the array of growers, makers, distillers and brewers.

Grab goodies for a cookup for dad at home, or find great breaky and lunch to-go options for that quintessential Sunday morning market feed, whether it be an oversized cookie from Mother of Pearl or a piping hot gourmet toastie. 

8:30 am - 1.00 pm

104 Bathurst Street, Hobart 

Gorge Restaurant

Surrounded by nature and usually reserved for a High Tea in the gardens, Gorge Restaurant is hosting an exclusive Father's Day Feast showcasing fresh local ingredients.

The roast meat is the star of the 3-course feed, though the shared entrees of smoked chicken breast, warm potato salad, calamari and baby bocconcini arancini will be a welcome addition. For dessert, choose from gingerbread and pistachio creme brulee, beetroot-infused poached pear with Pina Colada mousse or a chocolate mousse with praline crumb and hazelnut ganache. 

Bookings open from 11.30 am - 5 pm

74 Gorge Road, Trvallyn

Boatyard Launceston

For a 3-course feed along the scenic Tamar River, book a table at Boatyard. Overlooking one of the oldest slip yards in Australia, this exclusive Father's Day offering is one of the best in town.

The set menu feast begins with beef croquettes or mashed potato and prawns, before digging into the heartier fare of seafood paella or a flavour-packed beef stir-fry. Save room for dessert, with coffee creme brulee or a decadent basque burnt cheesecake. We suggest wearing your stretchy pants!

Set menu available from 12 pm - 3 pm

13 Park Street, Launceston

Mudbar

Treat Dad to a decadent Oyster Hour at Mudbar, where a glass of sparkling will get you 1/2-priced oysters between 3- 4 pm, with a side of live music kicking off from 3.30 pm.

A stalwart on the Launceston restaurant scene, Mudbar combines Asian fusion dining with world-class wines, where you and the old man can kick back overlooking the river. 

Food-wise (if you don't fill up on oysters, of course), indulge in the best of paddock-to-plate produce from their Mudbar Farm, paired with delights from local growers; the ceviche, tempura soft shell crab and soy-roasted duck are a must, and you can't go wrong with a dry-aged steak here either. 

28 Seaport Boulevard, Launceston 

Western Tiers Distillery Masterclass

Celebrate Father's Day early at Western Tiers Distillery with a Spirit School Masterclass! For the Dads who deserve to be spoilt, this interactive experience will see participants mixing and making their personalised bottle of gin, vodka or moonshine.

Beginning with a tour and a behind-the-scenes look at the distilling process, guests will also be treated to a whiskey appreciation lesson and tasting. With snacks available to order from the kitchen, this promises to be one of the best Father's Day events in town!

August 31st, 6 pm - 9 pm. Book your tickets here.

67 Meander Valley Road, Westbury

Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery: Wildlife Photographer of the Year 59 

The perfect day out for men passionate about art, nature, animals and photography, the Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery is open this Father's Day, with curated exhibits set to delight and inspire.

Our pick of the bunch is the 59th Wildlife Photographer of the Year display, with 100 stunning finalist photographs capturing the raw beauty of rich nature. A leading event for nature's best photographers, the international tour shows the jaw-dropping image collection captured in worldly destinations. Entry is free.

2 Invermay Road, Invermay

Penguin Undercover Market

Dad can explore Tasmania's vibrant history while perusing the offerings at the state's largest undercover market, held within the charming confines of Penguin's historic former primary school, built in 1925.

Penguin Undercover Market is one of the best regional markets in Tassie. It's also the perfect excuse for a Father's Day day trip, with Penguin being a 1.5-hour drive from Launceston. 

Browse through an eclectic array of locally crafted goods, from fresh produce to antiques and botanical treasures, all accompanied by the melodic tunes of local musicians.

After a delightful little peruse, head straight to the inviting undercover food court for a leisurely market lunch. 

Open 9 am to 3 pm Sunday

11 Arnold Street, Penguin.

Found the perfect spot to take Dad on Father’s Day in Tasmania in 2024? Continue your foodie journey with the best brunches and bakeries in Hobart.