Basalt Restaurant Tasmania

Basalt Restaurant is set at 256C Waverley Road in Devonport, with a coastal position overlooking the waters of Bass Strait. The setting combines a relaxed dining room with an adjoining Sunset Lounge, giving the venue a choice of moods across the afternoon and evening. The outlook and changing coastal light are central to the experience, particularly before dinner.

The restaurant’s cooking focuses on seasonal local produce from Tasmania, presented in a relaxed à la carte style. The menu is shaped by what is available through the seasons, allowing the ingredients and their natural character to remain central. The approach suits diners looking for a considered meal without a formal or overly elaborate atmosphere.

The Sunset Lounge opens from 3:00 PM as a pre-dinner space for coastal drinks and light snacks. Local craft spirits, coastal cocktails and Tasmanian wines feature alongside a casual menu, making the lounge suitable for an afternoon drink, a quiet pause after exploring Devonport or the beginning of an evening out. Seating is arranged to make the most of the views as the light changes over the water.

Dinner service takes place in the main dining room from 5:00 PM, Tuesday to Saturday. The room provides a more focused setting for a full seasonal meal, while retaining the venue’s easygoing character. The wine collection is curated around Tasmanian and Australian producers, with a selection intended to complement the changing menu and the region’s produce.

Basalt suits couples, small groups and adult diners seeking a coastal restaurant with a strong local-produce focus. It also works for an early evening drink before dinner, particularly for diners interested in craft spirits, cocktails and wine. The dining room welcomes guests aged 12 and over, keeping the evening atmosphere suited to older children and adults. Reservations are available for dinner, while the Sunset Lounge operates as a walk-in space. Dietary requirements can be included when a table is booked.