Restaurant
Uncle Alby's
4 Gordon St, Sorell TAS 7172, Australia
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4 Gordon St, Sorell TAS 7172, Australia
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Driving out of Hobart, skip the highway servo for Uncle Alby’s—a breezy Sorell pitstop pulling Melbourne-standard Zimmah espresso with serious care. Tassie road-trippers map their routes around this corner spot. The baristas know their craft, serving dialed-in flat whites alongside pastries sourced directly from Pigeon Whole Bakers. Travelers drop in for toasted banana bread, grilled Reuben sandwiches, and the spring onion and jalapeño bagel before grabbing a seat under the sun in the outdoor alfresco area.
- Specialty Espresso: Dialed-in espresso pulled with Zimmah beans and topped with crisp latte art.
- Road-Trip Fare: Hearty favorites including grilled Reuben sandwiches, jalapeño bagels, and Pigeon Whole pastries.
- Sunny Alfresco Stopover: A relaxed outdoor seating space to catch the morning sun on the drive out of Hobart.
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Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Visit Uncle Alby's
From precision espresso to artisan roadside bites, here is why locals and travelers choose Uncle Alby's in Sorell.
Reliable Highway Stopover
Uncle Alby's serves as a dependable pitstop for commuters and road-trippers leaving Hobart towards regional Tasmania, serving standout toasted fare alongside expertly made drinks.
My go to stopover now on my way through Sorell
Susan Wicks Curated Regional Artisans
The menu pairs house specialties with reputable regional makers, including artisanal baked goods from Hobart's Pigeon Whole Bakers and coffee crafted with Zimmah beans.
A few choice offerings from Pigeon Whole bakers if I need to satisfy my pastry cravings but a strong flatty on its own is worth the stop.
Carolyn Aubrey Mastered Specialty Brews
Skilled baristas meticulously craft Melbourne-standard specialty espresso and latte art, treating coffee preparation with serious dedication.
finding someone that actually takes pride in perfecting each cup is rare.
GR8T Personalized Coffee Experience
Baristas take time to understand personal preferences and brew to exact customer tastes, ensuring drinks leave a lasting impression.
Remembered on our second visit and by day 3 they knew our order.
Karen Kurz Sunny Alfresco Seating
A small open-air outdoor seating area invites travelers and locals to relax, enjoy their coffee in the fresh air, and unwind during their break.
I drank mine outside in the sunshine where a small alfresco area is provided.
Johnny Szaka Welcoming Neighborhood Hub
Beyond espresso, the venue serves as a welcoming neighborhood gathering point where staff share travel tips and genuine local hospitality.
They have created a community hub that people travel for...
Lene Hansen
Most popular items
Customer favorites for road-trip fueling and specialty coffee pitstops
Reuben sandwich
Best Ruben sandwich in the state and best coffee you will get this far east if Hobart.
Alexander Leecroft Spring Onion & Jalapeno Bagel
The Spring Onion & Jalapeno Bagel was fabulous 👌
Susan Wicks cappuccino
produced one of the finest cappuccinos I have had
Johnny Szaka latté
Small, modern and pumping out excellent strong lattés.
Fran Cormack
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality and artisanal details that make Uncle Alby's a memorable Sorell stopover
Memory for Personal Drink Orders
Baristas get to know regulars and multi-day visitors quickly, recalling specific drink orders by their second or third stop.
Personalised Travel Recommendations
The team offers tailored local travel recommendations and friendly guidance for visitors passing through on road trips.
Artisan Pigeon Whole Pastries
Counter displays feature curated baked treats from Hobart's renowned Pigeon Whole Bakers alongside house specialties.
Sunny Alfresco Seating Area
Dedicated outdoor alfresco tables let guests sip their coffee and relax outside in the sunshine.
Before you head over
Practical tips for making the most of your coffee stopover in Sorell
Time Your Road Trip Pit Stop
Sorell is the strategic refreshment stop when heading out from Hobart toward the East Coast or Freycinet; stop here to pick up your morning flat white and toasted Reuben before hitting longer regional roads.
Relax in the Alfresco Space
For a quiet coffee break, take your cup outside to the dedicated outdoor patio area to sip your cappuccino in the sunshine.
Order Regional Baker Items Early
Pair your Zimmah coffee order with locally sourced pastries from Pigeon Whole Bakers or their toasted jalapeno bagel and banana bread, which sell quickly through the morning rush.
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