The Story Bar

As a P&O crew member, Have been travelling many times coming to Hobart
Visiting places around the city, across cruise terminal, passing by The story Bar
I did have a few drinks wants with my fellow crew member inside the bar b4 going back on board Pacific Jewel on 2018
I recommended the services, very good handling staff.

Just some pic outside the parking area, to the entrance, area of The story bar last year Nov 2022.

Probably more of a 3.5 star - the cocktails were nice but they did take quite a while. We went on a very quite night (only two other people there) & we did mention to the bar tender that we had a dinner reservation. I would say we waited about 10 or so minutes for our two cocktails to come out & they definitely weren't anything extravagant. They were nice though, so that makes it hard to give a low rating.

You can also come here for lunch — it’s probably quieter and you can enjoy the views. The cider-battered fish was ultra crispy and excellent The chips were good but probably fell short of the excellence of the fish. The house-smoked salmon had lovely texture and flavour to it. And the house salad was the perfect counterpoint. The service was also friendly and prompt — a great way to have lunch in Hobart

The convict’s old fashioned at the story bar is the best old fashioned I’ve had in my life and would easily make my top 5 of all cocktails. The venue itself is just okay ambience and decor wise but the staff were amazing, snack options were good and prices were very reasonable. Would happily go back to the story bar for drinks anytime.

Cocktails are absolutely delicious.bar food is very lacking, main serve prices but cold and small dishes.

Fantastic service and atmosphere, the lounge area out the very back past the dining area is so chill and stylish for a unwind or business drink.

Very bad customer service let us come in and couldn’t sell drinks because they have a private party.

4 stars for location and decor but 1 star for my premix ‘Margarita’ with table salt around the rim. $22 for a sub standard drink is not what I’d expect from a hotel like this.

My wife and I enjoyed an evening meal in the relaxing environment of the Story Bar lounge. The flames of the gas fire, the view of the harbour and the dimmed lighting were very conducive to unwinding from the busy work day.
The food: My wife enjoyed her beef Burger meal. I enjoyed the fish and chips. The fish and chips were cooked well but the batter was a little greasy. I should have ordered the salad with it. Overall a pleasant experience.

Great venue for a few drinks! Tried most of the cocktails before heading next door for dinner. Live music. Wonderful service. Great atmosphere! Mood lighting! Loved it!

I brought a beautiful lady here for a cocktail, I'm thinking is the start of a love story for us

It's always a pleasure going to the Story bar. Warm atmosphere warm and welcoming staff and superb selection of drinks. The cocktails are amazing and the bar staff are great at making up anything you desire

Great staff, location, service, food and cocktails- exactly what you want for a group outing in the town!

This would have to be my favourite bar in Hobart. It's a great spot by the water with great views. But what made it was the staff. Matteo and Rachel were extremely kind. They chatted with us and gave us testers of different wines and made us feel extremely welcomed. I have not found service in a hotel/bar combo quite like that of The Story Bar and Macq1. Matteo brought us up a free bottle of wine for my birthday just because we were talking about what types we like! Service like that is unheard of in Australia! Very impressed. Will be back when in Hobart.

Rachel was the highlight of our stay! Everyone there’s super friendly & gave us so many recommendations on what to do here. Cocktails were tasty & location is stunning. Will be back

Great helpful and friendly staff awesome location and outdoor seating with open fires in Waterfront was amazing

Had my partner's 40th birthday party at The Story Bar and the team there went above and beyond! From the pre-event organising to the service and food on the night, everything was done perfectly. So many, of the 40 attendees, complimented the event and the lovely venue setting. Thank you to all the team!

When you work hard for your money and go out somewhere you do have a expectation of the service you want to receive. I really enjoyed our family night out here and the staff were very friendly and best off all.human. Thanks for the awesome experience - we will be back every time we visit Hobart for a few drinks:)

Cocktails to die for. Little more need be said, but on the chance it does - an amazing location, well appointed seating, and plenty of warmth to be had make for a brilliant locale for libations on any occasion.

It was nice, cozy and exciting place. The variety and the quality of drinks have been great with a gorgeous view of waterfront