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The Boathouse: A “Bring Your Own Food” Restaurant

The Boathouse: A “Bring Your Own Food” Restaurant

By Dan Gould on July 18, 2008

The Australian state of Tasmania is home to King Island. Known for it’s quality food products including cheese, lobsters and beef, it’s also home to a restaurant that serves no food. Twelve years ago, artist Caroline Kininmonth restored an 137 year old boathouse into the BYO eatery, and the communal dining room has been a hit ever since.

The Boathouse provides all the cooking supplies and patrons bring their own ingredients and drinks. It’s possibly the only waterfront restaurant on the island, and is a popular site for weddings. The space has a lot of raw character. It looks like a mix between an artist’s clubhouse and a fishing shack. Keeping with the free and easy vibe, there’s no set price, but donations are accepted.

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