While visiting Hobart last year, high on my list was Franklin. A newly opened bar and restaurant that I had heard wonderful reviews about.
Franklin is the breathtaking new bar and restaurant established by talented chef David Moyle and long-term industry player Ben Lindell. The bar menu is short and features the best of Tasmania’s amazing produce with an emphasis on fresh seafood. The wine list features a carefully curated range of natural wines from Australia, France and Italy. There is also an interesting selection of beers from Tasmania and beyond. The restaurant at the back provides a more extensive offering of both food and wine.
The wine list is comprised of wines that match the food on offer. The food is largely organic being sourced from some of the best spray-free producers throughout Tasmania, so it makes sense to only offer wines that are also organic and preferably natural (fermented naturally and with no chemical additions in the winemaking process).
We sadly did not have a chance to eat here during our visit to Tasmania, but enjoyed some beautiful wine from the menu. We had a wonderful view of the kitchen and could see many of the tantalising dishes that were being presented to the other diners. Franklin will be certainly high on the list when we return to Hobart!
Franklin Restaurant – Bar
28 Argyle St. Hobart Ph. (03) 6234 3375
Bar dining: Brunch and dinner, Mon – Sat, 8am till late
Restaurant dining: Dinner, Mon – Sat, 6pm till late
