VOTE NOW: Best Brunch Spot in Tasmaina

In the next instalment of our Best of Tasmania 2020 series we reveal the brunch spots that made the shortlist – but which cafe dishes up Tasmania’s best brunch? VOTE IN OUR POLL NOW >>

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WE RECEIVED hundreds of nominations for Tasmania’s Best Brunch Spot, with many citing the food and the ambience for their nominations.

Thirty cafes made the short list, South Hobart’s Bear With Me, among them.

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Co-owner Alicia Liu said “beautiful places” have been popping up across Tasmania to cater to the growing craze for brunch.

Mrs Liu believes the foundations of a top brunch spot are great coffee, quality food and having something for everyone from traditional dishes to something a little more “funky”.

Mrs Liu said a welcoming and relaxing space was also a key ingredient.

There are three distinctly designed areas inside Bear With Me – a relaxing lounge at the back with a view of kunanyi/Mt Wellington, a more formal dining area and a casual, cafe style coffee spot for a read or a chat with staff.

Viv Xiao owner of Bear With Me and a selection of brunch options. Picture: NIKKI DAVIS-JONES

Mrs Liu said when it came to dishes, there would always be those who are after an old favourite like scrambled eggs with bacon, but more and more people are willing to try something different.

“I think the [brunch] community is definitely growing.

“It’s very different to going to a restaurant or a cafe.

“People want to be relaxed. You don’t have to suit up and sit down for three courses and a glass of wine.

“You can still be cool and funky and eat fancy in a relaxed way.”

Whether you’re looking for a new brunch spot to while away the weekend, or if you’re here to lock in a vote for your favourite cafe, see the shortlist below.

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