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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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HoursMonday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 4:00 – 10:30 PM Wednesday: 4:00 – 10:30 PM Thursday: 4:00 – 10:30 PM Friday: 4:00 – 11:30 PM Saturday: 4:00 – 11:30 PM Sunday: 4:00 – 10:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Winston

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

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

Before you head over

Practical advice on timing, heat levels, and entertainment for your visit

  • Visit on Weeknights for a Milder Pace

    Peak nights like Fridays can get packed and lively with food waits around 20 to 40 minutes, so visit on a weeknight if you prefer a quieter vibe.

  • Gauge Your Tolerance Before Going Extreme

    Atomic wings and Carolina Reaper burgers deliver extreme, punishing heat; sample moderate buffalo sauce first if you are not ready for severe spice.

  • Make Use of the Games Room

    Head past the bar to check out the dedicated games area featuring pinball, pool, and arcade machines while waiting for your order.

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