#1
Preachers
Read 1,855 reviewsReputation score: 96/100
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2026 rankings TAS
21 Best Bars & Pubs
in Sandy Bay
Compare the top 21 bars & pubs in Sandy Bay, ranked by Google reviews and business profile details.
Collected 26 September 2026 · 17,315 reported Google reviews across 21 businesses
See the 21 listings ↓Top 21 Bars & Pubs in Sandy Bay, TAS
1–21 of 21The shortlist
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, Preachers (4.6 stars from 1,855 Google reviews), New Sydney Hotel (4.6 stars from 1,780 Google reviews) and The Metz Pizza and Restaurant Hobart (4.6 stars from 480 Google reviews) lead LocalLocal's Sandy Bay bars & pubs ranking.
The score describes the public review record. Read recent reviews and confirm the job with the business before booking.
#2
New Sydney Hotel
Read 1,780 reviewsReputation score: 96/100
#3
The Metz Pizza and Restaurant Hobart
Read 480 reviewsReputation score: 96/100
#4
Hope & Anchor
Read 1,496 reviewsReputation score: 94/100
#5
Don Frico
Read 110 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#6
The Brick Factory
Read 1,275 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#7
The Whaler
Read 1,075 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#8
Botanica Bar Salamanca
Read 633 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#9
Deep South Brewing Co.
Read 160 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#10
Shipwrights Arms Hotel
Read 1,088 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#11
Doctor Syntax Hotel - Sandy Bay
Read 665 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
#12
Derwent Bar
Read 163 reviewsReputation score: 88/100
#13
In Good Company
Read 185 reviewsReputation score: 87/100
#14
Wrest Point
Read 6,002 reviewsReputation score: 87/100
#15
The Birdcage Bar
Read 75 reviewsReputation score: 84/100
#16
Stone & Flame
Read 74 reviewsReputation score: 84/100
#17
The Mayfair Bar
Read 163 reviewsReputation score: 81/100
Sandy Bay Rd, Hobart Tasmania 7000
(03) 6135 5903#18
Kingfisher Hobart
Read 15 reviewsReputation score: 74/100
#19
Syntax Dining - Sandy Bay
Read 11 reviewsReputation score: 74/100
#20
The Green Room Bar
Read 8 reviewsReputation score: 56/100
#21
Boardwalk Bar
Read 2 reviewsReputation score: 20/100
Showing 21 of 21 businesses. This ranking covers our Sandy Bay listings. This is not a complete census. How we rank them →
What the numbers say about bars & pubs in Sandy Bay
LocalLocal's Sandy Bay capture includes 21 bars & pubs with 17,315 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.5 stars, backed by a median of 185 reviews.
A high average means more when plenty of people have contributed. Open the Google review link on a listing to check recent feedback about work like yours. Contact the business to confirm it serves your address.
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Questions about bars & pubs in Sandy Bay and the evidence behind this list.
Who leads LocalLocal's Sandy Bay bars & pubs ranking?
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, the highest-scoring businesses are Preachers (4.6 stars from 1,855 Google reviews); New Sydney Hotel (4.6 stars from 1,780 Google reviews); The Metz Pizza and Restaurant Hobart (4.6 stars from 480 Google reviews). These positions describe our captured review record, not a guarantee about the work.
How are bars & pubs in Sandy Bay ranked?
LocalLocal's score gives up to 50 points for rating quality, 30 for review volume and 20 for available profile details. Equal scores are ordered by star rating, then review count, then a stable business identifier. The method is published on our methodology page.
What does the review record look like for bars & pubs in Sandy Bay?
The 21 bars & pubs captured for Sandy Bay hold 17,315 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.5 stars and the median review count is 185. These figures describe our sample, not every local business.
What should I check before booking?
Confirm that the business serves your address and handles your type of work. Read recent Google reviews, ask about any relevant licences or registration, and get the scope and charges in writing.
How current are these details?
The listings were collected 26 September 2026. This is a dated snapshot, not a live Google feed. Confirm current hours, availability and pricing with the business.
Can a business update its listing?
Yes. Open the business profile and select Update details. Explain the correction and include a public source. Correction and removal requests are reviewed before the record changes.