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Overall Total Score
3.4 out of 5
Good | 593 reviews

What User doesn't like about Zest - The Library Cafe:
I have eaten here before and had a positive experience but this time the place seemed tired and dated and not so clean. I ordered a caramel slice with coffee and it was stale and stodgy. View all feedback. What User likes about Zest - The Library Cafe:
Central location in the State Library building (known by the ridiculous name of LINC, in case you have trouble finding it!) The guv'nor is nearly always on hand to welcome you, the coffee is good, as is the food, and the atmosphere is, to coin a phrase, classy zappy. View all feedback.

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4.0 ★ from 21 reviews

I have eaten here before and had a positive experience but this time the place seemed tired and dated and not so clean. I ordered a caramel slice with coffee an...

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Central location in the State Library building (known by the ridiculous name of LINC, in case you have trouble finding it!) The guv'nor is nearly always on hand...

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The man here made me feel very welcome. He was friendly and helpful. I had a breakfast panini that was fine . I needed a quick breakfast and that's what I got.

This place is generally bustling with people, some office workers, others book worms. The menu is varied and interesting offering a variety of yummy lunches and...

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Light bright decor, consistently great cafe food, great coffee and friendly service. Great spot for lunch with friends or after school milkshake with the kids.

Int Restaurants
3.5 ★ from 322 reviews
Kerry
29.01.2024 - 06:56

I enjoyed a coffee with a toasted slice of banana bread and cinnamon toast, both with butter. They were delicious, and the coffee was fresh and hot. The prices...

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Fair
29.01.2024 - 06:56

I always enjoy stopping by this place for a coffee, smoothie, or snack before going to the Hobart library next door. The owner and staff are always friendly.

Winter
29.01.2024 - 06:56

This is my favorite lunch spot in Hobart. The service is fast and friendly, the owner always remembers me and greets me with a hello. I really enjoy the lunch s...

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Facebook
4.5 ★ from 14 reviews
Google
3.5 ★ from 62 reviews
Restaurantguru
3.0 ★ from 115 reviews
Tripadvisor
2.9 ★ from 59 reviews

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