One of the first things we did as soon as we got everything sorted at the airport was find some coffee and food. My interest was already engaged due to the sheer number of word by mouth recommendations. Machine Laundry cafe is located in a darling courtyard just off Salamanca place. Salamanca place itself is gorgeous, with the buildings all retaining their old world charm of seafaring and convict labour history.
As soon as you bite into the Parmesan and pancetta pancakes you are greeted by the hardened outer cheese crust of the pancake. This is an amazing accomplishment, this is comfort food lifted to the next level. The carbs, the crispy pancetta embedded into the dough. The body of the pancake is soft and doughy with chives scattered throughout. The tomato relish with cinnamon and other spices, helps to cut through the fat after you’ve had a few mouthfuls.
Their coffee is smooth and well brewed. There is only one thing that I would have liked to see. After the second slice of pancake, I felt myself yearning for something a little acidic like a pickle. But that might just be my vietnamese taste buds talking, i’ve been accused many a time for mixing sweet and savoury.
In conclusion:
This place definitely warrants all the word of mouth reputation that has preceded it. I would not hesitate to recommend this cafe for anyone stopping by Hobart. The surrounds are relaxing and calming with the fountain nearby and the shaded outdoors seating.
The food is a delightful find, and the coffee also performs well. I would come back to Hobart for the comfort food perfection that is the parmesan pancetta pancakes.
Machine Laundry Cafe
Shop 12 Salamanca Place
Hobart, Tasmania 7004
(03) 6224 9922
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