Restaurant
Bear With Me
399 Macquarie St, South Hobart TAS 7004, Australia
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399 Macquarie St, South Hobart TAS 7004, Australia
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SoHo regulars treat Bear With Me as their daytime canteen, slipping past city crowds for breakfast with serious backbone. The room hums—good tunes, floor crew pacing the morning rush with calm poise. The kitchen reworks standard orders: eggs bene arrives layered with smoky ham, sweet pea purée, and thin Granny Smith apple for crunch. Later, tables load up on brisket bao buns and Dan Dan noodles tangled in chili oil and pickled cabbage, rounded out by a thick almond-milk Nut Monkey smoothie.
- Reinvented Morning Classics: House eggs Benedict reimagined with smoky ham, sweet pea purée, and crisp tart Granny Smith apple.
- Asian-Inspired Plates: Savory daytime menu featuring Dan Dan noodles with pickled cabbage, laksa-style broths, and tender brisket bao.
- Dialed-In Coffee & Drinks: Fast-moving espresso bar serving single-origin shots, three-cup barista tasting flights, and hearty blended smoothies.
- Relaxed Neighbourhood Energy: Macquarie Street community atmosphere tucked away from city-centre tourist traffic with a calm, attentive floor crew.
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Why Bear With Me Stands Out
South Hobart's favourite neighbourhood cafe pairs boundary-pushing Asian-fusion brunch with dialed-in espresso—book your table now.
Inventive Asian-Fusion Daytime Plates
The kitchen redefines standard morning dining by incorporating rich East Asian culinary profiles, pairing nutty sesame sauces and chili oils with savory comfort staples.
the dandan noodles which is a perfect balance of the creamy nutty flavors that cut by a tangy sour pickled cabbage and the chili oil also very aromatic
Paruttana Oncharoen Multi-Brew Barista Tasting Paddles
Serious coffee lovers can explore multiple beans and brew profiles in a single sitting with curated specialty flights.
They have a delicious barista paddle with 3 different coffee varieties.
Alex Grey Composed, Prompt Service Under Pressure
Even during peak weekend morning rushes, the floor and bar teams maintain tight coordination and fast turnaround without losing their warmth.
Service was timely and organised despite it being super busy.
Divya Impeccable Sound and Curated Atmosphere
Thoughtfully calibrated lighting, inviting seating, and balanced soundtracks create an upbeat atmosphere where conversations flow easily.
great vibe and perfect lighting, banging playlist with music that wasn’t too loud, but not so quite it was awkward.
Harry J Authentic South Hobart Community Retreat
Tucked away on Macquarie Street, the cafe offers a grounded South Hobart neighbourhood refuge away from crowded tourist strips.
Away from the tourist trade and full of locals, BwM delivers great food and a relaxed modern atmosphere.
Kim Ellis An Easy City Escape Worth the Trip
A brief trip outside Hobart's central business district delivers a leisurely, premium breakfast destination with straightforward accessibility.
Worth the short drive out of the city for breakfast if you are visiting Hobart.
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Most popular items
Standout savoury plates and specialty coffee flights celebrated by South Hobart diners.
Dan Dan Noodles
Their dandan noodles absolutely blew my mind. It had a very complex flavor profile that complimented each other like a melody.
Monica Tsui Eggs Benedict
the new wave style of pea puree and Granny Smith apple on top elevated this to another level I can’t find the words.
Harry J Brisket Bao Buns
i got the brisket bao buns and the meat was amazing with a perfect little kick to it!
maiya w Barista Paddle
They have a delicious barista paddle with 3 different coffee varieties.
Alex Grey
Other favorites
House smoothies, fresh-baked cabinet treats, and artisan sweets beyond the core savoury menu.
Nut Monkey Smoothie
not watery and thin like a juice but chunky and thick, beautiful flavours blended brilliantly
Harry J Matcha Cookie
Finished off the meal with a matcha cookie to share.
Grace Carrot Cake
Also the carrot cake was amazing as well.
Annabel Hatch Butterbings
The butterbings in the front cabinet are also to die for.
Jordan Tselepy
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