FOOD & WINE. LOCAL FLAVOURS.
Nestled amidst nature, Maydena is a small country village perfect for slowing down. You'll find a handful of welcoming cafés and eateries in and around the village (see below). If you'd prefer a cosy night in, the Retreat's well-equipped kitchen has everything you need to prepare your own meals.
During winter, the local restaurant and also the Bike Park Café close, and some cafés operate reduced hours, so we recommend checking opening days before you travel or bringing groceries with you. Year-round, Waterfalls Café at Mt Field National Park is open seven days, and the Maydena Post Office/Maydena Bites Donna's Diner is open Mon to Frid during the day, with occasional extended hours Frid and Sat until 7pm.
The wider Derwent Valley is renowned for its award-winning wineries, cider houses, breweries and restaurants, including the acclaimed Agrarian Kitchen and Tasmania's oldest pub, The Bush Inn—perfect stops on your journey to or from Maydena.
While Maydena doesn't have a supermarket, everyday essentials are available from the Post Office Café and Westerway Roadhouse. In berry season, don't miss the chance to pick up fresh local berries from Westerway Raspberry Farm to enjoy back at the Retreat. Please note, there is no petrol station in Maydena, so please fuel up beforehand.
Extended Hours 4 - 7pm Fri (regular menu) & Sat (Pizza Night - Preorder before 3pm recommended, as they can only take a set number of orders and sometimes sell out). Located on the main street, this cozy cafe, store and post office, offers a simple dine-in or takeaway menu as well as a small range of groceries and essentials. Open daily Mon to Frid 10.00 - 4.00 and the kitchen closes 30 mins earlier.
Currently closed over winter
Open part-time in the evenings from 5pm, enjoy a cozy, welcoming atmosphere with a relaxed pub-style menu featuring hearty favourites and local flavours. The fully licensed bar offers a great selection of wines, beers, and spirits—perfect for unwinding after a day of adventure.
A multi-award-winning paddock-to-plate restaurant, kitchen garden, and cooking school celebrating seasonal Tasmanian produce. The restaurant offers refined, ingredient-driven dining showcasing dishes made entirely from scratch, while the outdoor kiosk provides a relaxed, casual option for enjoying house-made pastries and a variety of garden-fresh fare. Cooking, gardening, and lifestyle classes invite guests to share knowledge and reconnect with the land and the joy of real food.
Located inside the Visitors Centre in Mount Field National Park, Waterfalls Cafe & Gallery is a warm and inviting place to enjoy a great coffee, tasty meal or takeaway and browse amazing photography and unique souvenirs in their gift shop. Open 7 days per week during the day.
Closed June to September. This family-friendly café and beer garden is a hub for riders, tourists, and families to unwind. Enjoy a simple menu of burgers, snacks, and pizzas, barista-made coffee and local drinks. Open part-time; check hours as they vary considerably by season and day.
Just 45 minutes from Maydena, The Bush Inn in New Norfolk is well worth a visit for lunch or dinner. Established in 1815, it is Tasmania's oldest continuously licensed pub, combining historic charm with warm country hospitality. In winter, relax beside one of the cosy fireplaces, or in warmer weather enjoy the spacious outdoor deck overlooking the picturesque River Derwent. The menu features classic pub favourites, modern Australian dishes, and an excellent selection of Tasmanian wines, beers and spirits. It's the perfect place to stop on your journey to or from Maydena and experience a true piece of Tasmania's history.
Just 15 minutes before Maydena, this small but quaint riverside cafe offers delicious fresh food, yummy homemade cakes, and a fantastic range of teas, coffees, and cold drinks. Relax on the deck overlooking the Tyenna River, or inside the cozy café. Check hours as they open part-time but well worth a stop.
A popular berry farm located 20 minutes before Maydena, offering pick-your-own and farm-gate sales of a wide variety of berries, including raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, red currants, silvanberries, golden raspberries, and josterberries. Open daily from December to May, with offerings changing weekly by season. The farm shop also features delicious ice creams, berry jams, sauces, juices, and other locally made treats as well as coffee and toasted sandwiches, a perfect seasonal stop for fresh produce and handmade goodies.
Breweries, Vineyards & Distillers
The Derwent Valley is home to many award-winning wineries, breweries, cideries, and distilleries, offering authentic Tasmanian flavour and craftsmanship. Many open part-time so check opening times before visiting. In Maydena, local beverages are served or available at Maydena Eats and The Patio at Maydena Bike Park, and can also be purchased at Waterfalls Café, Mt Field.
- Plenty Cider, Plenty: Handcrafted Tasmanian ciders.
- Stefano Lubiana Winery, New Norfolk: A biodynamic vineyard and cellar door with rustic Italian dining and acclaimed cool-climate wines.
- Derwent Estate Wines, Granton: Riverside vineyard and our favourite, The Shed restaurant showcasing premium Tasmanian wines.
- Two Metre Tall Farmhouse Brewery & Cider, New Norfolk: Pioneering farmhouse ales and ciders made from locally grown ingredients.
- New Norfolk Distillery, New Norfolk: Contemporary rum distillery in a restored heritage building.
- 7K Distillery, New Norfolk: Award-winning craft distillery producing gins, whiskies, and spirits with a creative Tasmanian twist.
- The Welcome Swallow Brewery, Derwent Valley: Small-batch microbrewery.