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SOMEWHERE COFFEE BAR

5/118 Elizabeth St, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia

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5/118 Elizabeth St, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia

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HoursMonday: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM Friday: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About SOMEWHERE COFFEE BAR

Tucked along Elizabeth Street, this minimalist bar treats specialty extraction as deliberate, quiet theater. Single-origin coffees brew slowly through glass siphon globes right before your eyes. Coffee purists drop by for the tasting ritual—first receiving a snifter of dry grounds to catch the aromatics, then talking through tasting notes as the cup cools. There is no full kitchen cluttering the counter, just Basque cheesecake and pastries beside the grinders. If milk is your baseline, the barista pulls a calibrated magic with silky restraint.

  • The Siphon Experience: Watch single-origin lots brewed via vacuum siphon globes at dedicated counter seats.
  • Aromatic Sampling: Filter orders arrive with a tasting glass of dry grounds to evaluate aromatics before extraction.
  • Expert Espresso & Magics: Calibrated espresso drinks include textured flat whites and quintessential double-ristretto magics.
  • Pastries & Sweet Pairings: A focused counter setup with no hot kitchen food, spotlighting basque cheesecake and rotating pastries.
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The Craftsman Coffee Experience

Why coffee enthusiasts and slow-living seekers choose SOMEWHERE COFFEE BAR in Hobart

  • Siphon vacuum brewing at the bar

    Single-origin filter selections are brewed via vacuum siphon apparatus right before your eyes at bar seating.

    watching him prepare the filter coffee with a siphon is a whimsical experience, a true manifestation of slow living

    Y T

  • Guided tasting techniques and origins

    Baristas walk through brew methodology, flavor nuances, and tasting techniques across changing cup temperatures.

    The barista was super knowledgeable and friendly in explaining both the brewing process and tasting techniques.

    Bill Wang

  • An unhurried space to slow down

    A peaceful, minimalist atmosphere allows guests to take a breath and appreciate nuanced coffee profiles without rush.

    Somewhere Coffee asks you to take a breath, slow down and let the world pass you by for just a little while.

    Samuel Janda

  • Dedicated focus without kitchen distractions

    The venue prioritizes pure coffee craft and complementary pastries rather than operating a hot kitchen dining space.

    There’s no food, only amazing coffee and some desserts. The owner, Brian, is totally focused on making great coffee

    Luke

  • Aromatic dry bean sampling

    Freshly ground specialty beans are presented in a dedicated glass prior to brewing so you can evaluate the dry aromatics.

    Great service touch coming over and explaining about the coffee and even had a little glass with freshly ground beans for the aromatics!

    Darren Lord

  • Precision dosing and professional gear

    Carefully calibrated bean dosing, premium Mahlkönig grinders, and surgical precision shape every manual brew.

    Precision dosing, wonderful little setup, siphon for filter. Mahlkonic grinders of course.

    Ben Old

Signature manual brews and expertly pulled espresso beverages

  • Siphon Coffee

    The single-origin siphon brews are a delightful treat

    Jesse Marshall

  • Latte

    the magic, latte and cappuccino were all fantastic.

    Jesse Marshall

  • Flat White

    flat white and ‘magic’ both on point

    Joe Webb

  • Magic

    We tried the latte, a One Plus One, and the Magic, and all three were top-tier.

    Tin Ngo Cheuk

Beyond the menu

Meticulous hospitality rituals and sensory details that define the slow-coffee experience at Somewhere Coffee Bar

  • Aromatic Pre-Brew Sniffing Glass

    Guests are presented with a dedicated glass of freshly ground beans prior to extraction to evaluate the dry aromatics on the nose.

  • Bar-Side Siphon Vacuum Brewing

    Single-origin coffees are prepared via visual vacuum siphon brewers directly in front of seated patrons, creating a meditative, theatrical brew ritual.

  • Temperature-Staged Tasting Guidance

    Barista-guided tasting advice explains how the coffee's flavor profile transforms as the beverage cools, encouraging a deliberate, unhurried pace.

  • Steel-Ruler Measured Pastry Portions

    Pastries and sweets are portioned with rigorous precision at the counter using a steel ruler for exact alignment.

Before you head over

Practical guidance for visiting this slow-coffee bar

  • Allow Time for Slow-Brew Preparation

    Expect a deliberately paced visit rather than a quick grab-and-go stop. Precise siphon brews and detailed flavor explanations take time, so budget extra time to let your cup cool and evolve.

  • Plan Meals Around a Coffee-and-Dessert Menu

    There is no cooked breakfast or hot kitchen food menu here. Pair your brew with light sweet options like basque cheesecake, Swiss rolls, or croissants, or eat beforehand.

  • Sit at the Bar for Siphon Extraction

    Grab a seat at the front or back bar counter to get an up-close view of the siphon vacuum extraction and chat directly with the owner about tasting notes and bean origins.

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