The Drunken Admiral
ProHighlights
- Whole restaurant available for exclusive lunch or dinner events
- Group set menus from $67 per person
- Seats about 120, with single tables for up to 20
About The Drunken Admiral
The Drunken Admiral is a long-running, family-run seafood restaurant on Hunter Street, in the Old Wharf area of the Hobart waterfront. Its dining room is crowded with nautical relics and ship models, and the kitchen builds its menu around fresh Tasmanian seafood. Depending on how the tables are set, the restaurant seats roughly 120 diners, and one table can stretch to 20 guests. The room is split into sections, so a particular area can be set aside for a group when arranged ahead. For a bigger occasion, the whole restaurant can be booked exclusively for lunch or dinner by appointment. Groups range from small celebrations to conference dinners and tour parties, and most of the city's conference venues are a short walk away. Larger bookings order from one of four set menus instead of the à la carte list, from $67 to $96 per person for two or three courses. Vegetarian, gluten-free and non-seafood diners are looked after, with chicken and beef dishes on some menus. Drinks are charged as they're ordered, though a package or a fixed budget can be arranged on request, and the list favours Tasmanian wine, beer, gin and whisky. The kitchen bakes celebration cakes with three days' notice, as outside food and drink, cakes included, can't be brought in.
Inclusions & amenities
Venue type
Budget
Food & drinks
Features
Pricing
A 15% surcharge applies on public holidays, and one payment is taken per table.
Food
Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and non-seafood diners are catered for, and celebration cakes can be ordered from $75 with three days' notice.
Beverages
Availability
Frequently asked questions
How many guests can The Drunken Admiral seat?
Around 120 diners, depending on how the tables are arranged. A single table can seat up to 20.
Can we book the restaurant exclusively?
Yes. The whole restaurant can be hired for lunch or dinner by appointment. For smaller groups, a section of the room can be reserved for you when arranged in advance.
What set menus are available for groups?
There are four set menus: $67, $78 and $84 per person for two courses, and $96 per person for three courses. Bookings above a certain size must choose a set menu, and a 15% surcharge applies on public holidays.
Can you cater for dietary requirements?
Yes. Alongside the seafood there are beef, chicken, gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan dishes, and the team will work through specific needs before the booking.
Can we bring our own cake?
Outside food and drink, including cakes, isn't allowed, but the kitchen will bake one. Cakes start at $75 for up to 8 people plus $8.50 for each extra guest, need three days' notice and are paid in advance.
Where we are
Suitable occasions
Jo Scott
4 months ago
Our second time here within a few weeks, we had to come back again , the food is amazing and so good! We started with a few entrees- prawn and scallop spring rolls ( wow ) and the famous seafood chowder, omg that chowder…
Nerida Kingsford
4 months ago
We recently dined at The Drunken Admiral Seafood Restaurant in Hobart on Monday 15 June 2026. We had to book online due to its popularity. Our reservation was confirmed very quickly via email. The atmosphere of the res…
RyanM
4 months ago
A fantastic seafood restaurant with a unique nautical atmosphere and plenty of character. The seafood was exceptionally fresh, well-prepared, and beautifully presented. From the oysters to the fish dishes, every item was…
Sidney M
5 months ago
We have been to the Drunken Admiral multiple times now. The food is fantastic, fresh, flavourful and beautifully presented The chowder paired with the fresh baked loaf is our go to everytime and never dissapoints. Pair t…
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