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Bar, Australian, Wine Bar, Gastropub
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Lunch, Dinner, Drinks
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Seating, Serves Alcohol, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Waterfront
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Reviewed 8 March 2023

This is a classy establishment with an excellent drinks list, including some inventive delicious cocktails. We were very well looked after and the cheese board hit the spot. The bar itself is chic but cozy - beautifully presented.

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 11 January 2023 via mobile

A great place to sit and watch over the water with cocktail in hand. We enjoyed the drinks and the food was also fantastic- especially the duck croquettes. It’s not really fitted out like a restaurant (more like a bar as the name suggests) so...it wasn’t super easy to eat our meals on low tables and couches but other than that we loved it.More

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed 4 November 2022

Staff were friendly and attentive. The cocktails we had were delicious. There is a significant list to choose from as well as every spirit you could dream of. The atmosphere was relaxing and great for a couple to enjoy a quiet drink

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed 5 October 2022 via mobile

One of the most interesting bars I’ve ever been!! Not only a classy bar but a decadent display of spirits and the most astonishing collection of fossils throughout the bar set in cabinets, from the private collection of the owner apparently. I’m in awe. You...must visit for a drink! Forget about the drink price, I’d pay a fee to just visit this place!More

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed 21 September 2022

We all had such a lovely night sipping cocktails here. Our server, as were all the staff, were very knowledgeable and enjoyed creating items off menu as well. The food options are small, but enough to compliment a drink, or two. The vibe of the...bar is pretty amazing too, surrounding yourself with fossils, cosy seating areas and a darker ambiance.More

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed 4 May 2022

Beautiful venue however you are paying $25 for a standard cocktail. Very overprice. Definite visit just to look around

Date of visit: May 2022
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Reviewed 2 May 2022 via mobile

What an amazing bar, great drinks, great food and staff were amazing. Nice and relaxed atmosphere we only had Gin drinks they were a very nice mix

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed 5 March 2022

We ate here a couple of nights. No booking needed, but be early as it could get quite busy. Overall dishes were quite good. The burger on the first night was a bit dry, but second time was nice and juicy.

Date of visit: February 2022
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Reviewed 1 February 2022

Great spot to drop in for a drink, pre or post dinner. Good selection of scotch and other spirits, with helpful service staff

Date of visit: January 2022
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Reviewed 22 January 2022 via mobile

We dropped in for a couple of dry martini’s here the other night in Hobart. The decor is stylish, loved the bear skeleton, kind of mesmerising. The Martini’s were good, but not as good as those from Musque in The Barossa we had a few...months back. At just under $60 for 2 Martini’s, it’s certainly not cheap either. It’s well located, with a nice upmarket vibe though and worth a visit 🍸🍸More

Date of visit: January 2022
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Reviewed 31 December 2021

Stopped in for a drink before the Sydney to Hobart yachts arrived. The day was cold outside and the bar quiet (public holiday) but the staff were extremely welcoming, Drinks were made quickly and tasty food followed. The ambience is great - lots of sleek...wood and interesting fossils on display.More

Date of visit: December 2021
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Reviewed 24 July 2021

From the moment we entered staff were hostile towards us. The place was full of tables with no drinks, all we’re waiting for the single bar tender to tend to all their orders while the remainder of floor staff stood watching. The table water was...tainted and off putting. I wouldn’t be going back.More

Date of visit: July 2021
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Matt C, General Manager at Evolve Spirits Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 5 August 2021

Dear jranger1212, Thank you for taking the time to share your impressions of our bar. Our aim is to make each and every guest feel welcome, comfortable and valued, and we sincerely apologise that we fell so far short of this. We appreciate honest and...More

Reviewed 19 June 2021 via mobile

A great range of brilliantly executed and imaginative cocktails in an atmospheric setting in keeping with the evolution theme. Friendly, knowledgeable staff and a great wine list. Definitely worth a visit, even if you aren’t staying in the hotel.More

Date of visit: June 2021
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Emma Devlin, Food & Beverage Manager at Evolve Spirits Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 22 June 2021

Dear SkoMacK, We couldn't have described the Evolve Spirits Bar experience better ourselves! Thank you so much for sharing your lovely feedback with the TripAdvisor community and, especially, with us - you have made our day! We hope to be able to welcome you back...More

Reviewed 24 May 2021

We visited this bar a couple of times as so comfortable, relaxed and extensive drinks list. The cocktail waiter/s were kept very busy but all very good. Meals available but we simply enjoyed the drinks and locationMore

Date of visit: May 2021
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Emma Devlin, Food & Beverage Manager at Evolve Spirits Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 27 May 2021

Dear hicks2018, Thank you so much for visiting us on several occasions while with us in Hobart, and for taking the time to provide your lovely feedback here. Our service team certainly do keep very busy, and their passion for our list of local and...More

Reviewed 22 March 2021

nice place for a drink if you are not in a hurry. Staff seem to be light on during the busy period, especially as cocktails are popularMore

Date of visit: March 2021
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Emma Devlin, Food & Beverage Manager at Evolve Spirits Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 24 May 2021

Dear 951shaned, Thank you for visiting us at Evolve Spirits Bar, and I'm so sorry that there may have been some frustrations with your service experience. We too have identified some concerns with wait times in the venue, and I'm pleased to report that our...More

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  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5