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Omotenashi Hobart

Unit 4/160 Elizabeth St, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia

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Unit 4/160 Elizabeth St, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia

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HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: Closed Friday: 6:30 – 10:30 PM Saturday: 6:30 – 10:30 PM Sunday: 6:30 – 10:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Omotenashi Hobart

Ten seats, three hours, and an unexpected counter tucked right inside a working Lexus showroom. Omotenashi shapes Tasmanian ingredients through strict kaiseki discipline, where hosts Sophie and Lachlan cook and plate directly in front of you. Jackets hang in parked display cars before the counter quietens for dishes staged on antique Japanese ceramics—some up to two centuries old. Diners point to delicate prawn sashimi, vegetarian chawanmushi, and hitomebore rice layered with bonito, rounded out by guided pours of Japanese sake.

  • Intimate Counter Dining: An exclusive 10-seat counter inside a Lexus showroom with direct storytelling from chef-owners Sophie and Lachlan.
  • Historic Tableware & Local Produce: Multi-course kaiseki highlighting Tasmanian produce served on antique Japanese ceramics up to 200 years old.
  • Curated Sake Pairings: Hosts guide pours across sakes from across Japan to match each course throughout the three-hour progression.
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The Omotenashi Dining Experience

Why diners choose this intimate 10-seat kaiseki experience in Hobart

  • Intimate Counter Concealed in a Lexus Showroom

    Guests gather around an intimate 10-seat counter tucked inside a Lexus showroom, where coats are hung in display vehicles for a memorable culinary backdrop.

    having dinner in a car showroom isn't something you get to do every day!

    Stephen Ragell

  • Shared Camaraderie Around a 10-Seat Setting

    With only 10 seats per seating, dining in the showroom setting creates an engaging sense of camaraderie among fellow guests and hosts alike.

    Being such an intimate experience there is a real camaraderie amongst fellow diners as well as the staff, the atmosphere invites conversation and reflection.

    Stephen Ragell

  • Multi-Course Tasmanian Kaiseki Progression

    Multi-course dining brings Tasmanian ingredients together with refined Japanese kaiseki culinary precision and authentic pacing.

    Every course is thoughtful and precise, showcasing local ingredients through a distinctly Japanese lens — refined, balanced and quietly beautiful.

    Kristy C

  • Open Chef-Owner Preparation and Storytelling

    Guests watch chefs Sophie and Lachlan cook, plate, and share the narrative background of each course directly in front of the counter.

    It was a treat to watch them preparing our dishes right in front of us.

    Michael Harvey

  • Plated on Two-Century-Old Antique Ceramic Ware

    Each course is served on genuine Japanese antique ceramics, including curated collector pieces up to two centuries old.

    the table ware comprises genuine Japanese collector pieces- it’s all beautiful and some pieces are 200 years old.

    Joseph Bennett

  • Curated Sake and Artisanal Beverage Pairings

    Diners can place beverage decisions fully in the hosts' hands for guided Japanese sake, wine, and tea pairings tailored to each dish.

    The sakes were so ‘easy drinking’ and flavour full and diverse, and paired beautifully with the dishes.

    Joseph Bennett

Beyond the menu

Meticulous details and personal hospitality defining the 10-seat counter experience.

  • Showroom Vehicle Coat Storage

    Guests enter an intimate 10-seat counter tucked inside a Lexus showroom, where coats and jackets are hung directly inside one of the luxury showroom display vehicles.

  • Direct Chef Storytelling and Open Preparation

    Chefs Sophie and Lachlan cook and plate every course directly in front of the counter, sharing the cultural stories and sourcing history behind each dish without front-of-house separation.

  • Century-Old Antique Ceramic Tableware

    Multi-course kaiseki servings are presented on curated Japanese ceramics and antique collector tableware sourced across Japan, with select pieces dating back up to 200 years.

  • Curated Host-Led Sake Pairing Guidance

    Guests are personally guided through bespoke Japanese sake and beverage pairings, demystifying flavour profiles and matching distinctive bottles to each course.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need to book in advance?

Yes, bookings are essential. Omotenashi accommodates only 10 to 12 guests per seating, so walk-ins are not accepted and reservations must be made well in advance.

What is the dining format and how long does it take?

Dinner is an immersive kaiseki tasting experience featuring approximately 12 to 15 courses prepared right in front of diners by the chef-owners. The full service typically spans around 3 hours, offering generous portions that ensure you will not leave hungry.

Where is the restaurant located?

The restaurant is uniquely housed inside a Lexus car showroom. Guests are welcomed into an intimate, minimalist space where coats are playfully hung in one of the luxury showroom display vehicles.

Are drink pairings and non-alcoholic options available?

Yes. Beverage selections include curated alcoholic and non-alcoholic options, featuring specialized Japanese sake pairings, international wines, beers, and cold-brewed teas designed to complement the courses.

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