Restaurant
The Winston
381 Elizabeth St, North Hobart TAS 7000, Australia
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381 Elizabeth St, North Hobart TAS 7000, Australia
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North Hobart’s unvarnished corner for hefty American comfort food pairs house-brewed craft beers with serious fry-cook swagger. Regulars lean on the tap list alongside stacked cheeseburgers, saucy buffalo wings, and the Baltimore Philly steak sandwich. Kitchen orders move fast even when the floor packs out, though diners craving punishment head straight for the atomic wings or the Reaper Creeper. When the table clears, pints migrate naturally toward the back room for rounds of pool, pinball, and vintage arcade cabinets.
- American-Style Pub Grub: Heavy hitters include triple quarter pounders, cheeseburgers, and saucy buffalo wings with blue cheese.
- House Pours & Craft Beer: House-brewed craft beers and local Tassie pours served by knowledgeable bartenders.
- Extreme Spice Challenges: Atomic wings and Carolina Reaper burgers deliver punishing heat for committed spice seekers.
- Retro Gaming & Pool: A lively back room loaded with pool tables, vintage arcade cabinets, and pinball machines.
What's On at The Winston
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Key Advantages
Why North Hobart chooses The Winston for bold comfort food, craft beer, and casual pub entertainment
Hearty American Comfort Food
Hearty American-style staples including buffalo wings, cheeseburgers, and pit beef sandwiches anchor a comforting food menu paired with quality beer.
Went with the cheese burger as thought if they are good then don’t need anything fancy. Surpassed my expectations. Amazingly good cheese burger.
Nick Day Curated In-House and Craft Beers
Rotating selections of locally brewed and in-house beers offer wide variety guided by knowledgeable pub staff.
Our regular go to with amazing beers made in house and really good food too!
Laura Nichols Extreme Heat Challenges
Menu items like the Reaper Creeper push spice boundaries for diners seeking an exhilarating heat test.
I went for the "The Reaper Creeper," which is undoubtedly the spiciest burger I've ever tasted. In fact, it's probably the spiciest food I've ever tasted.
Jake Nichols Uncompromising Atomic Wings
Intense heat dishes like the Atomic wings deliver an unforgettable, bold culinary experience for brave patrons.
I decided to put on my big boy pants and hit up the atomic wings. It's a day later and I'm still suffering. What goes in must come out so before you do this, know that life for the next 24 hours will be unpleasant! Still, bloody delicious!!
The Average Food Critic Arcade Games and Pool Room
A dedicated gaming area featuring an arcade room and pool tables creates an engaging pub environment to hang out.
pool table and an arcade room, which makes this old school gamer girl very happy.
Al Grey Classic Pub Entertainment
Old-school pub energy and games provide the perfect casual space to pass the time with friends over drinks.
Excellent old school pub atmosphere, American style decor, pool table and arcade games.
Tash McKenzie
Most popular items
Signature American pub favorites and intense spice challenges
Buffalo Wings
Buffalo wings have a spicy kick but not overly so and have a really good flavour.
Nick Day Cheeseburger
Amazingly good cheese burger.
Nick Day Atomic Wings
I decided to put on my big boy pants and hit up the atomic wings. It's a day later and I'm still suffering. What goes in must come out so before you do this, know that life for the next 24 hours will be unpleasant! Still, bloody delicious!!
The Average Food Critic The Reaper Creeper
I went for the "The Reaper Creeper," which is undoubtedly the spiciest burger I've ever tasted. In fact, it's probably the spiciest food I've ever tasted. It was crazy. Absolutely delicious, though.
Jake Nichols
Other favorites
Appetizers, sides, and alternative specialties to complete your meal
Mac and Cheese Sticks
The Mac & Cheese sticks were also very tasty.
Peter Vrakatselis Chicken Tacos
The tacos are very big (soft shell tortilla).
Gabe Diop Cauliflower Wings
the cauliflower wings are a must-try!
Grant Deacon Pit Beef Sandwich
The pit beef sandwich is without a doubt one of the tastiest things I've ever eaten.
Mark
Frequently Asked Questions
How long should I expect to wait for food during busy times?
During peak and busy periods, kitchen wait times for burgers and food can reach 20 to 40 minutes. Ordering at the bar early and pairing your wait with a beer or a game is recommended.
How spicy are the hot wings and specialty burgers?
The pub offers genuine high-heat options including Atomic wings, Nashville wings, and specialty burgers like The Reaper Creeper, which pack an intense kick.
What games and entertainment are available inside the pub?
The Winston features an arcade area, pinball machines, and an 8-ball pool table alongside bar and pub seating.
Are there vegetarian and vegan options on the menu?
Yes, the menu features a strong selection of vegan and vegetarian choices, including cauliflower wings and vegan tacos alongside meat-free burger options.
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