Our pick · 21 ranked candidates● Updated 2026-09-22

Best fried rice in Hobart

Name: Hom Mali Thai Food Hobart CBD - Authentic Street Food
Address: 85a Harrington St, Hobart TAS 7000, Hobart, AU
Telephone: 0432 456 366
Price range: $20-40 per person

Compare 21 ranked candidates for fried rice in Hobart, using the available dish evidence. Check the mentions, coverage and venue details before choosing.

Plan your visit to Hom Mali Thai Food Hobart CBD - Authentic Street Food

85a Harrington St, Hobart TAS 7000

Restaurant price range: $20-40 per person. This is not a verified price for fried rice. Confirm opening hours and dish availability before travelling.

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Top 5 for fried rice in Hobart

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1Hom Mali Thai Food Hobart CBD - Authentic Street FoodHobartThe crispy pork basil fried rice at Hom Mali Thai Food Hobart CBD – Authentic Street Food boasts generous...7.9
2Little Borneo HobartNorth HobartThe salted fish fried rice at Little Borneo Hobart arrives glistening with a generous helping of charred rice...7.3
3Still ThaiHobartStill Thai’s fried rice arrives glistening with a generous coating of dark, slightly caramelized rice, studded...7.3
4FlavourScapeHobartFlavourScape’s kochchi fried rice arrives glistening with a vibrant, almost turmeric-infused sheen, promising...7.2
5Bravo Taiwanese Noodle & Grill RestaurantHobartBravo Taiwanese Noodle & Grill Restaurant’s fried rice arrives piled generously, featuring glistening chunks...7.1

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#1 Ranked

Asian · Hobart

85a Harrington St, Hobart TAS 7000

Hom Mali Thai Food Hobart CBD - Authentic Street Food

The crispy pork basil fried rice at Hom Mali Thai Food Hobart CBD – Authentic Street Food boasts generous chunks of pork and vibrant basil, delivering an intensely flavorful experience. Reviewers praise the perfect balance of spice and the comforting texture achieved through expertly cooked rice, alongside a rich broth and plentiful toppings. Unlike other Thai offerings in Hobart, Hom Mali’s fried rice captures a genuine street food authenticity, offering a noticeably elevated and satisfying meal.

Score

7.9

Mentions

Sentiment

67%

Plan the visit

Website

Price

$20-40 per person (13 reports)

Hours

Open - Closes 9 pm

Phone

0432 456 366

$20-40 per personKerbside pickupNo-contact deliveryDeliveryTakeawayDine-inCasual

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Service options

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Kerbside pickup
No-contact delivery
Delivery
Takeaway

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Casual

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Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments

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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
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Wheelchair-accessible toilet

488G+52 Hobart, Tasmania

Evidence behind this ranking

Updated 2026-09-22

245 collected review records across these candidates. Records may include repeat reviewers.

Dated Review Activity (last 24 months)

Very Positive

38 of 42 mentions have usable recent dates (0 undated, 4 older).

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This dataset contains 21 ranked candidates and 8,252 source-listed restaurant reviews. That total includes other dishes and is not the number of review texts collected. 3 recorded dish mentions are associated with Hom Mali Thai Food Hobart CBD - Authentic Street Food. Coverage is incomplete; a ranking is not a firsthand review.

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Runners up

Top 21 around Hobart

02
Little Borneo Hobart
The salted fish fried rice at Little Borneo Hobart arrives glistening with a generous helping of charred rice, offering a satisfyingly crunchy texture punctuated by flakes of salty fish.
322 Elizabeth St, North Hobart TAS 7000
7.3
2 mentions
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03
Still Thai
Still Thai’s fried rice arrives glistening with a generous coating of dark, slightly caramelized rice, studded with what reviewers describe as fresh prawns and crunchy vegetables.
112 Elizabeth St, Hobart TAS 7000
7.3
3 mentions
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04
FlavourScape
FlavourScape’s kochchi fried rice arrives glistening with a vibrant, almost turmeric-infused sheen, promising a deeply satisfying experience.
17 Elizabeth St, Hobart TAS 7000
7.2
3 mentions
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05
Bravo Taiwanese Noodle & Grill Restaurant
Bravo Taiwanese Noodle & Grill Restaurant’s fried rice arrives piled generously, featuring glistening chunks of perfectly cooked prawns that retain a satisfying crunch amidst the fluffy rice.
129 Elizabeth St, Hobart TAS 7000
7.1
1 mentions
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06
Lamoon Royal Thai
The pineapple fried rice at Lamoon Royal Thai arrived brimming with chunks of fresh pineapple, releasing a fragrant aroma as you break into it.
201 Elizabeth St, Hobart TAS 7000
7.1
2 mentions
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07
Nara Thai TAS
The Nara Thai TAS fried rice arrives glistening with a generous scattering of toasted cashews and vibrant green scallions, immediately delivering a pleasing textural contrast.
Shop 1/76 Main Rd, Moonah TAS 7009
7.1
2 mentions
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08
Rod Thai
Rod Thai’s fried rice arrives glistening with a generous coating of vibrant, slightly charred sesame seeds, immediately signaling a satisfyingly rich experience.
82A Harrington St, Hobart TAS 7000
7.1
2 mentions
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09
Suwan Thai Restaurant Hobart
The Suwan Thai Restaurant’s fried rice arrives piled generously, easily enough to satisfy two or three hungry Asian diners with its substantial portion size.
Level2/33 Salamanca Pl, Hobart TAS 7000
7.1
3 mentions
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10
Suzie Luck's Restaurant & Bar
Suzie Luck’s signature egg fried rice boasts a delightfully rich aroma and a slightly sticky texture, punctuated with generous portions of fresh scallions and a subtle, warming spice.
2 Salamanca Square, Battery Point TAS 7000
7.1
2 mentions
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11
Twister Sister
Twister Sister’s fried rice arrives glistening with a generous coating of sesame oil, creating a wonderfully nutty aroma that immediately awakens the appetite.
143 Collins St, Hobart TAS 7000
7.1
1 mentions
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12
Saigon Express Catering North Hobart
The Saigon Express Fried Rice arrives glistening with a vibrant, caramelized sheen from the generous portions of wok-charred prawns and perfectly crisp bean sprouts.
329 Elizabeth St, North Hobart TAS 7000
6.7
1 mentions
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13
Bite Me Restaurant TAS
The glistening, deeply browned fried rice arrived piled generously, showcasing a vibrant mix of shrimp, scallions, and toasted cashews – a clear indication of generous portion size.
302 Elizabeth St, North Hobart TAS 7000
6.6
1 mentions
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14
Hometown Secret 家乡味
Hometown Secret’s special fried rice arrives glistening with a generous coating of glistening sesame oil, immediately offering a rich aroma that hints at savory broth and toasted rice.
181 Liverpool St, Hobart TAS 7000
6.6
2 mentions
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15
Ly Quán Vietnamese Restaurant
Ly Quán’s signature fried rice, studded with generous chunks of crispy fried chicken, arrives glistening with a vibrant, spicy fish sauce that perfectly balances the tangy sour pickled vegetables.
85 Harrington St, Hobart TAS 7000
6.6
1 mentions
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16
Saigon Express Lounge & Bar
The Saigon Express Lounge & Bar’s fried rice arrives glistening with a generous scattering of plump, freshly cooked prawns and tender calamari, immediately inviting a burst of flavour.
329 Elizabeth St, North Hobart TAS 7000
6.6
1 mentions
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17
Jungle Restaurant
The Chili & Beef Fried Rice at Jungle Restaurant arrives glistening with a generous helping of plump, charred beef and vibrant scallions.
141 Liverpool St, Hobart TAS 7000
6.5
1 mentions
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18
Big Wong BBQ
Big Wong BBQ’s special fried rice is generously packed with large, tender chunks of egg, succulent BBQ pork, and fresh shrimp, creating a remarkably satisfying textural experience.
97A Elizabeth St, Hobart TAS 7000
6.2
1 mentions
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19
Pot Sticker Dumpling House - Hobart
The standout fried rice at Pot Sticker Dumpling House in Hobart arrives glistening with a generous coating of sesame oil, creating a rich, nutty aroma that immediately fills the senses.
Unit 3/138 Collins St, Hobart TAS 7000
6.2
2 mentions
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20
Vietnamese Food-y
Vietnamese Food-y’s spicy prawns and bbq pork fried rice is generously packed with vibrant, fresh vegetables and a deeply flavorful, intensely spicy broth that lingers pleasantly on the palate.
Opposite Sandy Bay Coles, Shop 18/236 Sandy Bay Rd, Sandy Bay TAS 7005
6.2
1 mentions
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21
Mr. Good Guy Hobart
Mr.
173 Macquarie St, Hobart TAS 7000
6.1
4 mentions
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Review guide

The evidence behind the best fried rice in Hobart

This guide expands the ranking into the review patterns behind the best fried rice in Hobart, using only pages with enough restaurant and review signal to support a fuller breakdown.

Reviews

8,252+

Restaurants

Updated

2026-09-22

Why the winner leads

Why Hom Mali Thai Food Hobart CBD - Authentic Street Food ranks #1 for fried rice

How the shortlist compares

Where the other top fried rice spots stand out

The rest of the ranking still matters because fried rice searches are rarely one-size-fits-all. These are the clearest review-backed differences among the next-best places.

Little Borneo Hobart: The salted fish fried rice at Little Borneo Hobart arrives glistening with a generous helping of charred rice, offering a satisfyingly crunchy texture punctuated by flakes of salty fish.
Still Thai: Still Thai’s fried rice arrives glistening with a generous coating of dark, slightly caramelized rice, studded with what reviewers describe as fresh prawns and crunchy vegetables.
FlavourScape: FlavourScape’s kochchi fried rice arrives glistening with a vibrant, almost turmeric-infused sheen, promising a deeply satisfying experience.
Bravo Taiwanese Noodle & Grill Restaurant: Bravo Taiwanese Noodle & Grill Restaurant’s fried rice arrives piled generously, featuring glistening chunks of perfectly cooked prawns that retain a satisfying crunch amidst the fluffy rice.

How to choose

Choosing fried rice in Hobart

Use this ranking as a shortlist, not just a winner announcement: Hom Mali Thai Food Hobart CBD - Authentic Street Food is the strongest overall signal, while the runners up show where reviewers found different strengths across Hobart.

8,252 source-listed restaurant reviews are associated with 21 ranked candidates; these are not all collected review texts.
Hom Mali Thai Food Hobart CBD - Authentic Street Food has 3 fried rice mentions and a 67% sentiment score.
The score weighs review sentiment, recency, and dish-specific mentions.

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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

What is the best fried rice in Hobart?

Hom Mali Thai Food Hobart CBD - Authentic Street Food in Hobart is currently ranked #1 for fried rice in Hobart, among 21 candidates in our available dataset. The crispy pork basil fried rice at Hom Mali Thai Food Hobart CBD – Authentic Street Food boasts generous chunks of pork and vibrant basil, delivering an intensely flavorful experience. Reviewers praise the perfect balance of spice and the comforting texture achieved through expertly cooked rice, alongside a rich broth and plentiful toppings.

Which other fried rice places in Hobart come close?

Little Borneo Hobart, Still Thai, FlavourScape round out the top of the ranking. Each earned strong dish-specific praise in recent reviews — the full shortlist below covers 21 ranked restaurants.

How is the best fried rice in Hobart decided?

BiteRanked compares candidates using available restaurant ratings and dish mentions. Listing review totals are not collected review counts. Coverage is incomplete; the recorded ranking update is 2026-09-22. Read our methodology for scoring and limitations.