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Feb 09, 2026"Great experience. Excellent facilities. Excellent friendly helpful staff. Dog friendly. Enjoyed a full day exploring the historic buildings. Very informative for all. Well done."
Cafe 4.2· 523 reviews $1 to $20
Port Arthur Historic Site Cafe
Tasmania, Australia
Enjoy great coffee and local dishes at Port Arthur Historic Site Cafe in Port Arthur TAS. Casual dining with breakfast, lunch & dinner options and accessible facilities.
4.2 / 5
Guest rating
523
Reviews
Cafe
Cuisine
Tasmania
City
$1 to $20
Price level
Opens at 9:00 AM
Overview
About Port Arthur Historic Site Cafe
Located within the historic Port Arthur site in Tasmania, this cafe offers visitors a convenient spot to relax and enjoy meals while exploring the area. The casual and trendy atmosphere blends well with the surrounding heritage, creating a unique dining experience for tourists and locals alike.
The menu features a variety of options including vegan and vegetarian dishes, quick bites, coffee, beer, and wine, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Popular dishes such as the Battered Flathead and Chips and Prawns Pizza with Chilli and Bacon highlight the cafe’s diverse offerings.
Guests can choose from outdoor seating, dine-in, or takeout services, but delivery is not available. The venue is family-friendly, providing kids' menus and high chairs, alongside full accessibility with wheelchair-friendly entrances, parking, restrooms, and seating.
With over 500 reviews and a solid rating, the cafe is praised for its great coffee, friendly service, and convenient location within a well-maintained historic site. Visitors typically spend between half an hour to four hours on site, making this a flexible stop during sightseeing.
Great coffee Popular with tourists Friendly staff Vegan options Wine & Beer served Takeout available Wheelchair accessible Historic setting
Quick facts
- Rated 4.2 from 523 reviews
- Price range $1–20
- Visit duration 30 min to 4 hr
- Located at 6973 Arthur Hwy, Port Arthur TAS
- Contact: +61 3 6251 2314
- Credit/Debit & mobile payments accepted
- Free parking and street parking available
- No delivery service
On the menu
Top picks at Port Arthur Historic Site Cafe
Signature dishes, shareable plates, and the items regulars keep coming back for.
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Amenities & features
What's available at the restaurant
Grouped by category — each group lists what's available and what isn't at Port Arthur Historic Site Cafe.
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- No Delivery
Highlights
- Great coffee
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- No Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Historic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Parking
Hours
Opening hours
When Port Arthur Historic Site Cafe is open during the week.
Opens at 9:00 AM
- Monday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Tuesday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Wednesday 09:00 AM - 06:30 PM
- Thursday 09:00 AM - 06:30 PM
- Friday 09:00 AM - 06:30 PM
- Saturday 09:00 AM - 06:30 PM
- Sunday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Location
Location & Nearby Places
Central Tasmania, with cafes, shops, and other restaurants within easy walking distance.
Reviews
Reviews for Port Arthur Historic Site Cafe
What recent guests say after dining at Port Arthur Historic Site Cafe.
4.2/ 5
Based on 523 guest reviews
Pies Fish And Chips Curried Scallop Pie Gluten Free Options Ghost Tour Vegan Options Friendly Staff Food Selection Salads Beef Burger
Josh
Jan 29, 2026"Not bad place to have a bite. Cafeteria styled eatery where one takes the items from the cabinets (e.g. heated stuff like fish and chips and cold stuff like sandwiches), and you also order some mains and drinks from the counter."
Allie Bonetti
Jan 06, 2026"This is such a beautiful yet eerie place. Facilities are extensive and well presented, equipped and maintained. A 20 minute harbour cruise is included with our entry fee, well worth the money we spent."
Shane
Dec 07, 2025"Port arthur was number 1 on experiences i had going to Tasmania. The history, the guides and the atmosphere is unmatched. Though the history is sad, it's very enlightening. There is a 3 story modern Cafe at the entrance now with at least 3 different toilet locations in the building. With cosy of entry you get a free cruise around dead man's island. A well informed man spoke about the history of the church up on the hill also. I 100% recommend you go see it."
DeeeTeee
Nov 24, 2025"Great place to visit. The historical stories are fascinating and very interesting. It must have been quite a terrible place to have been incarcerated as an early colony days convict. The site is spread over quite an area and quite a few hours can be spent roaming from one building/ruins to another. The scorpion rock lookout is worth the short walk up and provides a nice view (although partially obstructed by trees) over the church and some parts of the site. The boat trip is included and is free with entry, and although the $30 optional fee for the 40 minute tour of the Isle Of The Dead is about steep but I felt it was worth it to get a better understanding of why they chose the location, as well as burial priorities, plot location and adornment was very interesting."
Anto Mathew
Oct 25, 2025"Food is good and value for money. There are 2 cafes in this place and you have variety of choices. Staff are friendly. There are lot of seating areas. Service is quick. Food is fresh and tasty. Indoor and outdoor dining areas available. Usually this is very busy. But staff take care of the guests. You don't need to book for seats. It is better to dine at this place before or after visiting this historic place. Because other restaurants are bit far way."
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Port Arthur Historic Site Cafe offers a casual dining experience with both indoor and outdoor seating. Visitors can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a variety of menu options including vegan and vegetarian choices. The cafe features accessible facilities and convenient parking.
Meals range from breakfast to dinner with options such as pizza, quick bites, small plates, vegan and vegetarian dishes. Seating is available for dine-in and outdoor dining with no table service, and takeout is also offered.
Yes, the cafe provides a wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot, restroom, and seating to accommodate guests with mobility needs.
The cafe is family-friendly, offering a kids' menu and high chairs to ensure a comfortable dining experience for younger guests.
Credit and debit cards are accepted along with NFC mobile payments, allowing for convenient cashless transactions on site.
Free parking is available with both a parking lot and free street parking options nearby for visitors arriving by car.
Visitors typically spend between 30 minutes and 4 hours at the cafe, making it suitable for quick bites or longer relaxing meals during a visit to the historic site.
Yes, the menu includes coffee, wine, beer, and other alcoholic drinks, along with popular coffee options like Cappuccino Latte and Flat White with muffins.
Menu details can be viewed on the menu page. Popular dishes include Battered Flathead and Chips with dipping sauce, Prawns Pizza with Chilli and Bacon, and the various coffee specialties.
For inquiries, the cafe can be reached at +61 3 6251 2314 during business hours.
Opening hours may vary. Contact the business directly for the latest details.
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