Me Wah Restaurant

Featuring a superb range of wines from around the world, this sumptuously decorated Sandy Bay eatery rivals many of the better Chinese restaurants in Sydney and Melbourne. There is a broad menu, ranging from the pricey "candy heart" dried abalone to traditional favorites, such as Me Wah's delicious steamed dumplings; there's also a banquet option. The yum cha (traditional Cantonese tea service) available on weekends at lunchtime is worth the short journey from the city center.

With restaurants in the northern city of Launceston as well as Hobart, Me Wah has got Tassie on lock when it comes to Chinese restaurants. While it’s not fine dining, Me Wah isn’t your local greasy spoon either – in fact, ‘me wah’ literally translates to ‘exquisite setting’. With crisp linens on the tables and faultless service, this is a more elevated option when it comes to Chinese restaurants in Hobart.

Walk past the ornate lions and you have entered Hobart’s most awarded Chinese restaurant. The team of chefs here produces excellent Cantonese dishes using the very best Tasmanian produce. The menu features dishes such as truffle crayfish wonton, Peking duck, XO sea scallop and wagyu wasabi.

In an increasingly crowded market, it's getting harder and harder for Chinese restaurants to stand out, and for many potential diners the cuisine has something of an “eh” reputation in that, while it's quite easy to do average Chinese food, it's very hard to be truly good. Hobart's Me Wah Restaurant does just that however, largely due to the authenticity of the dishes on offer that's closer to what you'd actually find in Asia than their half-hearted attempts at reproduction many establishments peddle. The food at Me Wah is traditional, and the tastes it provides are simply excellent across the board, whether it's the variety of scrumptious yum cha / dumplings (literally dripping with flavour – take our advice: choose the scallop ones), or more in-depth fare such as lobster, wasabi-laced Wagyu Beef or even the duck pancakes (!).

Top establishments like Astor Grill, Me Wah, and Aloft elevate the buffet experience with refined dishes and attentive service, perfect for those seeking indulgence. Meanwhile, budget-friendly buffets in Hobart serve satisfying meals ideal for families, tourists, and locals looking for value without compromising on flavor. From oysters and roast lamb to Asian-inspired fare and decadent desserts, there's something for every palate.

In a state with limited yum cha options, Me Wah is a blessing. Dumplings get the first-class treatment here: seafood siu mai are filled with blue swimmer crab, scallops and prawns then topped with caviar; the silkiest wontons swim in a fiery red broth under a veil of Sichuan pepper; and crisp-bottomed potstickers are plump with pork and cabbage. 16 Magnet Ct, Sandy Bay 39-41 Invermay Rd, Launceston; mewah.com.au.

This iconic Cantonese restaurant is almost equally famed for its faithful and high-quality take on traditional dishes - Peking duck, har gau, braised chicken feet - as their impeccable service. Weekend yum cha (do not let the prawn toasts or mango pancakes trundle by on their trolley without flagging them down) is one the most convivial ways to while away a Hobart weekend.

For those after a taste of authentic and luxurious Chinese cuisine, look no further than Me Wah. Drawing from a Chinese phrase for ‘exquisite setting’, Me Wah offers patrons elegant hospitality with unrivalled flavours. The real highlight are the traditional Chinese banquets, featuring a wide array of mouth-watering Cantonese dishes that are a real feast.

Hobart’s big occasion Cantonese restaurant, elegant Me Wah has an encyclopaedic menu with plenty of luxe vegetable love, including mushroom dumplings lavished with black truffle sauce, an all-veg sang choy bao (made with meat-free oyster sauce) and ma po tofu sans the traditional pork. 16 Magnet Court, Sandy Bay Road, Sandy Bay; 03 6223 3688

Me Wah in Sandy Bay is old-school Chinese in the best way, with a trad Aussie Chinese à la carte menu juxtaposed with fresh, modern tasting menu options. Allow about 30 minutes to peruse the extensive wine list, say yes to a glass of French champagne on arrival and say yes again to the post-dinner spirits trolley.

Me Wah Restaurant, Sandy Bay If you are anticipating something Cantonese-style for dinner, Hobart will not disappoint you on this front too!. With a pair of lions guarding at the door, Me Wah stands true to its name meaning “Exquisite Setting”. This place offers you elegance balanced with simplicity.

Me Wah is an establishment that showcases all that is excellent in a restaurant. Always professional, we offer dining elegance matched perfectly with simplicity. There is a reason that we are widely acknowledged and respected by our peers and the dining public alike.

Me Wah is a favorite among both locals and tourists, providing a unique dining experience. Astor Grill stands out for its delicious food and cozy atmosphere, while Frank offers a contemporary dining experience that is highly regarded.

Me Wah Hobart is a Chinese restaurant in the Sandy Bay area of Hobart, Tasmania. We were told that it was one of two top Chinese restaurants in Hobart. The other one is in the casino, which we did not have a chance to try.

In 1998, with the arrival of Hong Kong Master Chef Gordon Tso in Launceston, Northern Tasmania reached new heights in the provision of classic Cantonese cuisine...

If it’s fine dining you’re looking for, you might also want to consider Monty’s, Frogmore Creek – Coal River Valley, Tasmania"), Pilgrim or Me Wah.

Families will enjoy the casual Amici in North Hobart, while Me Wah is a local institution for stylish Cantonese food and fine wine.