Templo

Templo is a small neighbourhood restaurant in Hobart, Tasmania, tucked into the back streets near Patrick Street. Its cooking is shaped by the seasons, with locally sourced produce forming the basis of a changing daily set menu. The approach is produce-led and considered, allowing the kitchen to work with what is available rather than follow a fixed list of dishes.

The set-menu format gives dinner a structured rhythm and suits diners who enjoy letting the kitchen determine the progression of a meal. It is a suitable choice for a relaxed evening focused on seasonal food, particularly for couples and small groups who appreciate a close dining setting.

The restaurant has around 25 seats, creating a compact room where tables are close together. Some places are stools, while other diners may sit at a shared table. That arrangement contributes to Templo’s informal neighbourhood character, although it may not suit guests looking for a spacious dining room or fully private table. Access requirements and seating preferences can be raised when making a reservation.

Wine is an important part of the experience. The list centres on minimal-intervention wines from small producers, with mostly new vintages and a selection of bottles from further afield. The list changes with the seasons and offers a way to explore wines made with a less interventionist approach. Guests may also bring a bottle from home, with corkage charged per bottle.

Templo is dinner-only and operates from Wednesday to Sunday. The small scale, daily menu and close seating make it more appropriate for diners seeking a focused restaurant meal than for large, spontaneous gatherings. It also suits visitors interested in the connection between local produce, seasonal cooking and natural wine, without the formality of a large dining room.

Located at 98 Patrick Street, Templo provides a compact Hobart dining experience built around a changing menu, local ingredients and a wine list with a strong natural-wine focus.