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Take a Bite: The Best Sandwiches in Hobart & Launceston
These sandwiches in Hobart and Launceston go beyond the basics—local, tasty, and full of surprises.
In Tasmania, the humble sandwich gets a serious glow-up. Across Hobart and Launceston, this everyday staple becomes a craft — layered with local produce, bold ideas, and that unmistakable Tassie flair. Some are piled high with just-picked greens and house-cured meats; others reimagine the classics with quiet brilliance.
Each bite tells its own story of place, season, and skill. From dockside cafes to hidden laneways, these creations aren’t just lunch — they’re edible love letters to Tasmania’s culinary creativity. Hungry? You’re in the right state for it.
The Best Sandwiches in Hobart
The Lobby Eatery & Cafe
Sandwich dreams are baked daily at Lobby Eatery. Start with the Reuben: slow-cured house corned beef, tangy pickles, house-fermented sauerkraut and Swiss, finished with sweet-creamy Russian dressing on crisp-fluffy focaccia. The chicken schnitzel number brings spice, iceberg, cheese and house tomato sauce; the egg-mayo sando folds pickled onion through pillowy bread. All are made to order on house bakes; they taste generous, balanced, and undeniably moreish. Pair with a flat white or a Mont Blanc and call it lunch. Simple, satisfying, straight-up delicious.
Lands Building, 134 Macquarie Street, Hobart
Westside Laundry
Once a corner laundromat, Westside Laundry now spins out Hobart’s sauciest sandwiches. By day, it’s bagels and sangas made to order: the Westside Club stacked high, the egg sando silky with yolk and mayo, mortadella piled into warm bread with a little chilli. Reuben-minded? There’s pastrami, pickle and ooze aplenty. Pair it with a sharp coffee and a window seat; return after dark for martinis and caviar hash browns. Neighbourhood favourite status: already secured.
87 Goulburn Street, Hobart
Wursthaus Kitchen
A Hobart classic with serious flavour credentials, Wursthaus Kitchen turns the everyday sandwich into something worth savouring. The Reuben is legendary — brimming with house-cured meats, molten cheese and that perfect tang of pickle — while the baguette rolls strike the sweet spot between rustic and refined. Every element is bursting with craftsmanship, from the just-baked bread to the deli’s signature smallgoods. It’s lunch, elevated: unfussy, full-bodied, and impossible to walk past without giving in to temptation.
1 Montpelier Retreat, Battery Point
St J’s Deli
At the entrance of Hobart’s Hanging Garden precinct, St. J’s Deli serves up unapologetically big, bold sandwiches that hit all the right notes. Their Reuben is a local legend, stacked with pastrami, sauerkraut, and just the right amount of tang. If you’re chasing soul-satisfying flavour in sandwich form, this is where you want to be.
153 Liverpool Street, Hobart
Happy Larry Deli
Behind the old ANZ on Liverpool Street, Happy Larry Deli is where Hobart’s sandwich game levels up. Their focaccia is golden, airy perfection, cradling fillings like crispy schnitzel, tangy slaw, or silky mortadella with haloumi and rocket pesto. Every element is dialled in, from the sharp pickles to the house-made sauces. Flavours are bold, nostalgic, and just a little indulgent.
Behind ANZ Bank, 59-63 Liverpool Street, Hobart
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Pigeon Hole Cafe
In West Hobart, Pigeon Hole Cafe has earned cult status for sandwiches that balance comfort with creativity. The Cubano is a triumph — Ziggy’s porchetta, ham, roasted garlic, honey mustard, pickles and cheese, all pressed between golden brioche. The ham and cheese toastie and the vegan option with soy brie-style cheese and Mumma Shaz’s kasundi hold their own beautifully, too. With much of its produce sourced from Weston Farm, every bite feels fresh and rooted in place. There’s often a new sandwich special on the board — the perfect excuse to keep coming back.
93 Goulburn Street, Hobart
Pigeon Whole Bakers
At Pigeon Whole Bakers, lunch feels elevated yet effortless. This Hobart favourite turns fresh Tasmanian produce into sandwiches worth crossing town for — roasted cauliflower with hummus and sunflower seeds, or almond romesco tangled with sautéed greens. Everything rests on their famous sourdough: golden, crackling, and soft within.
32 Argyle Street, Hobart
Rosie In My Midnight Dreams
Floating above the Derwent, Rosie In My Midnight Dreams feels more fantasy than cafe — sunlight bouncing off the water, wine glasses catching the glow, and that unmistakable hum of contentment. The chicken sandwich is a masterpiece of nostalgia, the corned beef a love letter to comfort itself. And the bread? Cloud-soft perfection that could start a cult following. Between the views, the wine, and the easy glamour of it all, Rosie turns a simple meal into something that feels deliciously cinematic.
Brooke St Pier, Hobart
GeT ToASteD
At Farm Gate Market, GeT ToASteD turns the humble cheese toastie into an art form. With golden, crispy sourdough, oozing Tasmanian cheeses, and a splash of tangy pickles, these sandwiches offer pure comfort in every bite. The market buzzes with energy, and Get Toasted is the perfect pitstop to fuel up while soaking in the atmosphere. It’s simple, nostalgic, and undeniably delicious!
Farm Gate Market, Hobart
Sunbear
Warm, bright and effortlessly inviting, Sunbear captures Hobart’s love of comfort done well. The sandwich menu is pure pleasure — the Soft Pigeon Whole Bakery Bun stacked with leg ham, greens, herb mayo and relish, or the Big ‘Westbae Farm’ Egg Sandwich layered with beet relish and cheddar. Vegan diners are well catered for with roasted pumpkin and tahini toasties, while cauliflower cheese and roasted onion versions channel a touch of nostalgia. Every bite feels honest and generous — a celebration of simple food made with care and Tasmanian soul.
145 Collins Street, Hobart
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LeKoh
Bright, modern, and full of flavour, LeKoh brings fresh energy to Launceston’s cafe scene. Their focaccia sandwiches are a standout — crisp-edged, pillowy, and packed with punchy fillings — while the toasties deliver easy satisfaction. The ham, avocado, lettuce and cheese combo is an instant favourite, and the matcha cream-filled croissant makes a sweet encore. Every dish feels thoughtful, every flavour balanced. LeKoh captures that rare blend of style and substance — where brunch feels fresh, unfussy, and quietly confident.
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55 George Street, Launceston
Bread & Butter
A Launceston favourite in every sense, Bread + Butter has mastered the art of simple pleasures. The pastry cabinet is pure temptation — tahini brownies, golden cookies, and buttery layers that flake just so — while the sandwiches are nothing short of iconic. The Kimchi Toastie brings heat and crunch, the Chicken Toastie melts with Swiss cheese and pickles, and the BLT hits all the right notes with a swipe of Kewpie mayo. Still, the Ficelle steals the spotlight: a buttered baguette with mustard pickle and salami that proves restraint can be the most delicious indulgence.
70 Elizabeth Street, Launceston
Valley Coffee
In the heart of Launceston, Valley Coffee turns the humble sandwich into something worth slowing down for. The Reuben is a cult favourite, while the roast beef and satay veggie are every bit as good. And when the BLAT appears — crisp bacon, ripe tomato, avocado and mayo — it’s a moment of balance that borders on art. Beyond the plate, the space radiates ease and intention, all clean lines and calm energy. Honest, flavourful and quietly confident, it captures Launceston’s knack for doing simple things beautifully.
old stables, 39 Paterson Street, Launceston
Whether you’re craving a comforting classic or something with a creative twist, these Tassie sandwich spots are ready to impress. Take a moment, savour each bite, and let the flavours transport you. For more hidden gems and cosy eateries, explore these charming Hobart bakeries and delightful Tassie cafes.
