Our Top 13 Choices of Delicious Restaurants around Launceston
Whilst in Launceston, are you looking for some deliciousness? Many of our trips whether it’s overnight, a weekend a week or longer gravitates around food. Just one of the reasons we put together this list of delicious restaurants around Launceston. Maybe this is due to me being a food scientist. Or possibly my ‘Live to Eat’ consumer personality and, my true passion for wonderful food. Don’t get me wrong I love fine dining and beautiful décor… but for me it’s mostly about the food. Whether it’s an a la carte restaurant, a back street café or family restaurant. If the food is exceptional, we will be having a meal there.
We had an exceptionally difficult time choosing just 13 delicious restaurants around Launceston from all the restaurants available. Also, like anything, once you find excellent food and service, you return again and again. I have found this to be the case with some of our choices here. Service is also a huge factor and with for every restaurant on our list we have personally been to, it’s been excellent.
We hope this helps you decide, and we’d love if you too tried one of our choices of what we consider the 13 most delicious restaurants around Launceston. Decide for yourself and let us know in the comments your thoughts. As we also consider food, what and how we eat, is truly a personal experience.
13 Delicious Restaurants Around Launceston
Our preview briefly highlights what you will discover in our 13 Delicious Restaurants Around Launceston. Whilst we have not eaten at all 13 we have enjoyed meals at most listed here. Those we have not experienced have been recommended through close friends to us. We have included restaurants in our delicious restaurants around Launceston that not only provided delicious meals, but also exceptional service.
- Grain of the Silos – focussing on showcasing local produce, creating seasonal menus to celebrate Tasmania
- Hallams Seafood Restaurant – at its core a restaurant that provides exceptional seafood dishes in Launceston
- Stelo at Pierre’s – an iconic site offering an exceptional Italian menu, what more can one ask for
- Bluestone Bar and Kitchen – taking the essence of Tasmania to the next level in it’s interior and quality produce
- Cataract on Patterson – delightful food, staff and atmosphere greets you at the door, with inspiring themed occasions thourghout the year
- Buddha Thai – this unassuming restaurant delivers big with a menu full of flavours and freshness
- Kosaten – a Japanese restaurant delivering on flavour and a unique experience with a train that delivers to you no matter where you are seated.
- Rupert & Hound – located at Seaport this, seafood restaurant offers, delicious and substantial seafood dishes
- Timbre Kitchen – a continuously evolving menu showcasing local produce with exceptional menus
- Cuccina Café Restaurant– a small cafe tucked away from the CBD offering an extensive menu and all day breakfast
- Brisbane Street Bistro – an iconic Launceston restaurant, whos French inspired menu is matched with ecclectic Australian food
- Stillwater – located in an 1840’s flour mill this iconic restaurant with it’s stunning views is not to be missed
- Geronimo Aperitivo Bar and Restaurant – using local produce to create a Eurostyled menu, snacks, small or large plate, just go in for dessert it’s all on offer
- Additional Alternatives – a small list of alternatives for their convenience and are also on our list of must try…
Delicious Restaurants around Launceston we recommend.
The first restaurants listed here are those we have more recently dined at on more than one occasion and personally recommend them. As among the 13 most delicious restaurants around Launceston.
Grain of the Silos
Situated inside The Silo Hotel of Launceston. This restaurant, focusses not only using local produce to create seasonal menus, but meeting and celebrating the producers of Tasmania. Food Director Massimo Mele, Executive Chef Thomas Pirker and Head Chef Mika Chae ensure the emphasis of the food served at the Grain of Silos, is the best produce Tasmania can offer.
Ratings: 08/07/2022
- Tripadvisor – 4.0/5.0 (181) $$-$$$
- Google – 4.2/5.0 (305)
A regular favourite of ours, the experiences we have had at this restaurant with family and friends has always been exceptional.
The events held at this restaurant makes this Food Scientists heart sing, a highlight being a meet the producer’s dinner, which is shaping up to be an annual event. Where you are able to sit amongst the producers and really get to know them and their produce. With paired Tasmanian wines, with several from the Tamar Valley vineyards.
We have often eaten breakfast here, our family favourites are the pancakes with poached pear and mascarpone and hazelnuts or the eggs benedict with hollandaise sauce that makes you go…Mmmmm.
Gnocchi or Pasta are often making it to the table, however the scotch fillet never disappoints. With the chefs always preparing and cooking to perfection. What would dinner be without dessert and hands down favourite is the chocolate cigar, it’s divine.
The entire staff are exceptional, always smiling, and pride themselves in their service, preparation and attentiveness, it is always a delight to eat here. Is it any wonder the Grain makes it to our list of delicious restaurants around Launceston.
Hallams Waterfront Restaurant
Situated on the waterfront of Launceston, this is truly one of the most exceptional seafood restaurants…If not the most exceptional seafood restaurant in Launceston. Dine inside in the newly renovated space or outside on the deck (heated). The menu of fresh local seafood they offer is one of the reasons Hallams Waterfront is on our most delicious restaurants around Launceston.
It’s just one of the reasons we love to come here for lunch or dinner. In addition to having a marvellous ambience, the staff are always most welcoming and friendly.
Ratings: 08/07/2022
- Tripadvisor – 4.0/5.0 (917) $$-$$$
- Google – 4.2/5.0 (494)
Rest assured, whilst Hallams is predominantly a seafood restaurant at heart. You will also discover the menu contains, delectable lamb and beef dishes, as well as a selection of vegetarian meals. With a dessert and cheese menu that are amazing, showcasing local produce.
When dining for lunch, our choice is always make a selection of small plates. These are plentiful with a choice of oysters, entrèe, sides and of course dessert. Leaving the mains, for a dinner menu with a delightful variation of rissotto (which is beautiful), pasta market fish and local lamb and beef.
If you are a lover of fine water views and seafood, Hallams Waterfront is a must visit for you, an experience that is an absolute pleasure from the moment you enter.
Stelo at Pierre’s
Situated inside the Launceston’s iconic Pierre’s restaurant site, which was established in 1956, offering an exquisite Italian menu. Stelo honour the local produce, with fresh handmade gnocchi, pasta and burrata (a specialty cheese), with many dishes only available with seasons. You are able to dine in one of the main dining areas, or a private area can be reserved for your party. In addition to having seating at the bar, which in winter becomes Oscura speakeasy bar (Friday nights-bookings required), offering cocktails, music, and more.
The Italian food here is meravigliosa (wonderful) with chef offering classic dishes adding a personal touch, that assures its place as one of the most delicious restaurants around Launceston because of this.
Ratings: 08/07/2022
- Tripadvisor – 4.5/5.0 (24) $$-$$$
- Google – 4.5/5.0 (311)
With such a fantastic menu it is like being transported back to Italy and always difficult to choose, whether dining for lunch or dinner. The gnocchi a favourite, delicious pillows with delicious accompaniments, fresh pappardelle and local beef ragu (takes one back to Bologna) and squid ink fettucine…all our favourites, the pasta is always perfection on a plate. We can’t forget dessert the Torta Caprese a delicious morsel that perfectly balances dark chocolate and espresso. The menu also offers a selection of vegan, gluten and dairy free dishes.
In addition to offering a lunch and dinner menu, Stelo have special experiences available throughout the year. The Oscura Speakeasy bar for one, though you may also wish to try Che’f’s Tasting menu available every dinner service and Thur-Fri for lunch. Alternatively, the Saturday lunch Share Fare menu, with Chef selecting local seasonal foods, which follow the antipasto and snacks. Whilst bookings are recommended for lunch and dinner, they are essential for special menus and events.
Be sure not to leave without a piece of Nonna’s delectable ‘any time (fruit) cake’ it will make your taste buds sigh. This cake alone would be enough to include Stelo in the most delicious restaurants around Launceston.
Bluestone Bar & Restaurant
Positioned within The Sebel of Launceston, like the restaurants before, this restaurant honours locally produced ingredients. Offering a modern Australian menu with a subtle hint of Asian flavours infused throughout. With the local influence extending to the interior with Tasmania Oak and Bluestone used throughout. The restaurant design is a comfortable, contemporary layout, whether you are at the bar or lounging around the fireplace or seated at one of the tables. The exceptional experience starts before you even get your menu. Open for breakfast lunch or dinner, the menu ensures you are spoilt for choice.
Ratings: 08/07/2022
- Tripadvisor – 4.0/5.0 (141) $$-$$$
- Google – 4.3/5.0 (188)
No matter what menu you choose to partake of the quality of food is consistent and superb, which is why its considered one of the most delicious restaurants around Launceston.
Lets talk menus, with all on offer at the Bluestone restaurant giving a hint of Asian infused through and alongside modern Australian dishes. Whether it’s a classic big breakfast (vegetarian or not) or nasi goreng first thing in the morning. Sitting down at lunch where the Asian influenced meals shine. Or dining on one of the succulent dishes in the evening. Whether its duck cooked to perfection with hoisin sauce, roasted dry aged beef with pepper sauce, local market fish or an Asian influenced curry. Their meals are superb, and we can’t forget desserts from panna cotta to mille feuille, your taste buds will thank you for dining here.
Undecided on what to choose, let Chef do that for you with one of the Feed Me menus available, with a 2 or 3 course option. A selection of fine Tasmanian wine, beer and spirits are also on offer at the bar to enjoy before, during and after your meal. Cementing the Bluestone Restaurants inclusion as one of the delicious restaurants around Launceston.
Cataract on Paterson
Located on the edge of Launceston CBD, across from Kings Park on the edge of the Tamar River. Supporting the local farmers and sourcing produce not only in the north but across the state like many of the other restaurants. The design is a little quirky, adding industrial design to elegant features, with both main and private dining areas. Additionally, you will find the bar area as you enter, with warm friendly staff and a brilliant cocktail menu. Don’t be fooled by this unassuming restaurant, it is full of surprises. Which is why it is no surprise this is on the delicious restaurants around Launceston list.
Ratings: 08/07/2022
- Tripadvisor – 4.5/5.0 (1108) $$-$$$
- Google – 4.6/5.0 (1242) $$$
Which start with the menus, which are substantial in the offerings. Whether you choose meals from the garden, the paddock or sea you won’t be disappointed. The choices are abundant will it be locally sourced medley of mushrooms crumbed or a Tasmanian scallop from the sea pan seared and dressed in local produce to start. The mains consist of slow cooked meals, pasta, ribs and seafood, the seafood platter is always a top pick and absolutely delicious. You also have the option for a char grilled meal of a variety of cuts.
However, they also have the epitome of paddock to plate (or stone in this case) with the stonegrill™. An offering of prime meat cuts, served to you, fresh or marinated on your stone. You are also able to have fresh atlantic salmon and scallops on the stone. Is it any wonder this makes it as one of the delicious restaurants around Launceston? We haven’t even got to dessert…I have to say you can read the menu over and over, but any these desserts are spectacular in flavour and appearance. Well known for the panookies they make, pizza and frozen stone options to name just a few.
If you are unable to choose, which is understandable, they have the *surprise me* plate. Options available for entree, mains and desserts, though numbers are limited and subject to availability.
In addition to these amazing selections, you can join in for a little theatre and partake in one of a themed High Tea that is available once a month. Bookings are highly recommended for the restaurant including main dining and High Teas.
Buddha Thai
Placed in Charles Street across from Princes Park, this unassuming restaurant appears a little worn on the outside. But don’t let appearances fool you, the delicious meals served out of this little kitchen are huge on flavour and an absolute pleasure to consume. Focusing on bring the best flavours from all over Thailand and delivering them to you on a plate. As mentioned, for us it is all about the food, which makes this choice more than worthy of a place in our most delicious restaurants around Launceston. As the food is delicious and the menu varied.
Ratings: 08/07/2022
- Tripadvisor – 4.5/5.0 (268) $$-$$$
- Google – 4.2/5.0 (433)
So lets talk menu, open for lunch and dinner the meals you get at Buddha Thai are packed with flavour. The go to starters are the spring rolls, dim sims and salt and pepper squid. However, you also won’t be disappointed ordering the dumplings or the Tom Yum Koong and Tom Kha Kai they are absolutely delicious.
The base is where it’s all at for this restaurant so you will find a selection of bases on the menu, where you can then choose an accompanying protein source. Catering for vegetarian and gluten free options so there is something for everyone here. I have to say the flavours delivered by the bases certainly having you sighing and wanting more. Whilst our go to meals include chili and basil or spicy chilli herb, the garlic and pepper and ginger and shallot are a delight. These can be paired with a protein source of Beef, Chicken, Duck, Prawn, Tofu or you can order Vegetable only.
You can also choose from a selection of side dishes (rice and noodles) and desserts. It truly is a flavoursome adventure coming to this delicious around Launceston. Whilst walk-ins are welcome and often accommodated, to ensure you get a spot to sit in the little restaurant, a booking is recommended.
Kosaten Launceston
An exceptional Japanese restaurant at the top end of Launceston CBD. Whilst the front may be unassuming, once you enter the uniquness of this restaurant is anything but unassuming. The decor and aromas coming from the kitchen are exceptional. As well as being able to order from an iPad at your table, which is then delicered via a sushi train that traverses the whole establishment. The meals served are nothing short of delicious and what better reason for it to be added to the delicious restaurants around Launceston.
Ratings: 08/07/2022
- Tripadvisor – 4.5/5.0 (63) $$-$$$
- Google – 4.6/5.0 (450)
This extensive menu never disappoints, whether it’s a traditional sushi styles (nigiri, rolls, sashimis) or one of the classic dishes available. For the non sushi loving people the classic dishes such as Japanese fried or teriyaki chicken, pork belly or lamb cutlet to yoou liking. You will also find many vegetarian and gluten free meals available.
The Wagyu beef three ways, salmon nigiri, tempura prawns and Japanese fried chicken are regular favourites. With the salmon and wasabi leaf and volcano sushi for those that like a little spice. The meals and service are amazing and the staff so pleasant, is it any wonder it’s included in the most delicious restaurants around Launceston. Whilst walk-ins are welcome, it is recommended to book ahead to save missing out.
Rupert & Hound
Situated at the lower end of Seaport in what was once a fish & chip shop, the owners honour this by continuing the seafood tradition. With a refreshing elegant style to the décor and what can only be described as a pleasurable seafood experience. With a focus on sustainability, ensuring all produce sourced is the most sustainable and ethically produced as possible. Which like so many restaurants around Tasmania this is done from liked minded producers. However, they don’t just stop there repurposing the oil collected from the restaurant into biodiesel. This restaurant goes further than just being one of the delicious restaurants around Launceston with their ethical ethos.
In addition to great food, the bar serves innovative cocktails that can be enjoyed at the bar or over a meal.
Ratings: 08/07/2022
- Tripadvisor – 4.0/5.0 (179) $$-$$$
- Google – 4.5/5.0 (771)
Whilst many of the signature dishes consist of seafood offering, with the seafood platter being sensational. Including Peking duck or mushroom pancakes and pork or cailiflower tacos to start. To be continued by a selection of wonderful seafood either batter or crumbed, complementing pasta in a creamy sauce or a delightful Boullabaisse. In addition to a marinated lamb a slow cooked beef cheek or hand rolled and pan fried gnocchi.
There truly is something for everyone on all the menus, taking into account many varying diets. A truly exceptional inclusion to the delicious restaurants around Launceston. Though be assured if you have any special dietary requirements, inform the staff and they will accommodate you as best they can. Open everyday for lunch and dinner.
Timbre Kitchen
You will find this restaurant is a little out of the Launceston CBD at Velo Wines. What could be considered the first of the Tamar Valley wineries, just out of Launceston moving along the river. The restaurant has a fantastic casual décor and atmosphere being able to eat in or outside depending on weather and mood, overlooking the vines grown on the estate. In keeping with the tradition of showcasing Tasmanian local produce, the menu is constantly changing to enhance, all the varying seasons have to offer. As one of the delicious restaurants around Launceston you will not be disappointed here.
Ratings: 08/07/2022
- Tripadvisor – 4.5/5.0 (219) $$-$$$
- Google – 4.9/5.0 (171)
With a constantly evolving menu it’s difficult to recommend particular dishes, however it can be said there is little on the menu that doesn’t disappoint (maybe brussel sprouts – but that’s personal). What can be said is no matter if it’s beef, pork, chicken or lamb the meat is cooked to perfection. The savoury flavours are warming across the palate making your taste buds dance. The kitchen is also renowned for loving a challenge and are happy to create something for special dietary requirements on short notice. This is just one of the features that makes it one of the delicious restaurants around Launceston. In addition to the food being ‘delicious’.
Open for lunch Thur-Sun and dinner Fri-Sat nights, the friendly staff will accommodate you, providing exceptional service. Bookings are strongly recommended as this they book out very quickly.
Cuccina Café & Restaurant
Tuck away from the main streets of Launceston set in one of the townhouses across from brickfields park, this café – restaurant, is only open for breakfast and lunch. That said it serves some of the most amazing food on offer in the city thus its inclusion to the most delicious restaurants around Launceston is sealed. Did I mention the coffee is also one of the best cups around Launceston and amazing staff?
Ratings: 08/07/2022
- Tripadvisor – 4.0/5.0 (274) $$-$$$
- Google – 4.4/5.0 (607) $$
The menu for such a small establishment is substantial, offering an all day breakfast menu, that consists of pancakes four ways as a start to your dining delight. With over 20 further breakfast dishes to choose from. You have a choice of eating inside or you can enjoy a table inside or outside with a view of the park.
With such an impressive breakfast menu it seems difficult to think this can be topped though it seems they can. For lunch you have a selection of pasta or rice dishes, vegetarian, salads burgers, wraps seafood, soups or even schnitzel. Each item with several option available you are certainly spoilt for choice at this hidden gem.
So popular with the local is this little café that it is recommended to make a booking no matter what time of day you intend to visit. The atmosphere and attention provided at the café is always welcoming and friendly. This is just one more reason to make it on the most delicious restaurants around Launceston.
Brisbane Street Bistro
One of Launceston’s iconic restaurants and a list of delicious restaurants around Launceston would be incomplete without this one. Set in one of the old terrace houses along Brisbane Street with a sumptuous classic interior of a by gone era. That matches the French inspired menu, with eclectic contemporary Australian food. With the owners stating ‘there is no such thing as perfect food, and that striving each day for perfection is ultimately about making people happy’. From the most current reviews it would appear that Head Chef, Ian Lewis and Maître d’hôtel, Sarah Willis have achieved just that.
Ratings: 08/07/2022
- Tripadvisor – 4.5/5.0 (395) $$$$
- Google – 4.6/5.0 (106)
It has been too long since dining at the delightful restaurant and the menu inspires a much overdue return. Upholding the time old Tasmanian restaurant tradition of showcasing seasonal local produce Brisbane Street Bistro is no exception. With the seasonal changing menu there is something for everyone to enjoy. Entrees from seafood to pork belly, whilst mains include a variety of vegetarian, fish, duck and beef dishes that will make you taste buds sing at the descriptions. The dessert continue the theme of something for everyone, a mix that includes a classic chocolate inclusion, a non dairy inclusion and a twist on a classic French dessert.
If the menu makes it hard to decide, try the degustation menu, which offers 6 of the various meals from the menu. With more available on request at an additional charge and the option to have matching wines. As said, this is one of Launceston’s icons, though the menu, reviews and setting cements it as one of the truly delicious restaurants around Launceston.
Stillwater
Another iconic restaurant of Launceston located in an 1840’s flour mill overlooking the Tamar river. The view can be absolutely stunning, whilst eating, which can be requested when you are booking. Here you will find fine dining with a casual atmosphere and ambience. In true tradition of Tasmania’s restaurants, fresh local produce is the star to all the dishes served out of this kitchen. The care and attention to detail alone makes it one of the delicious restaurants around Launceston.
You will find they are open 7 days for breakfast and lunch, whilst dinner is only served Tue-Sat. The love of local extend to the wine and spirit list with some choice samples among the list. Walking into this restaurant you met with smiling faces, a warm welcome and exceptional service. A private dining area is available for special events, before visiting it is recommended that you book to save disappointment.
Ratings: 08/07/2022
- Tripadvisor – 4.5/5.0 (1490) $$$$
- Google – 4.5/5.0 (850)
The executive Chef has a love for fresh local produce which is reflected in the dishes served, the menus are ever changing with the seasons. In addition to being eclectic, showcasing the versatility and experience of the kitchen. This menu alone leaves no doubt it is one of the most delicious restaurants around Launceston.
With Tasmania being an island state many restaurants have strong seafood dishes. Stillwater is no exception to this observation, with Tasmanian oysters, salmon, and market fish available. Additionally, you will find many dishes on the menu suited to a vegetarian diet. The breakfast menu never disappoints whether it’s their freshly toasted granola, fruit and yoghurt or a full breakfast of eggs, sausages, with accompaniments. The coffee is always delightful. Lunch offers snack, small and large dishes, of which the Laska is a favourite closely followed the chicken breast and pork belly on offer.
Dinner takes the menu up just one more level if that’s possible, with a selection of snacks, entree’s, mains and dessert. Once again Tasmanian local produce is showcased with exceptional care executing beautifully tasting dishes. Whether it’s the heirloom beetroot, octopus, or quail you choose you won’t be dissatisfied.
In addition to Stillwater the restaurant, you can now find accommodation under the same roof at SEVEN, one of Launceston’s most luxurious hotels.
Geronimo Aperitivo Bar & Restaurant
If you are looking for snacks, cocktails, small plates, a main meal or just dessert and a nightcap Geronimo’s have it all. They truly have something for everyone with an outstanding menu, using fresh Tasmanian produce crafting a menu that exudes passion and experience. This is just one of several reasons to be included in the delicious restaurants around Launceston. Whether you choose to snack at the bar, grab a table or go to the private dining area, you won’t be disappointed.
Ratings: 08/07/2022
- Tripadvisor – 4.0/5.0 (430) $$-$$$
- Google – 4.4/5.0 (505) $$$
Settle into the ambience of a modern setting, with warm, friendly, attentive staff that offer a premium service to accompany the wonderful food. Snacks and small plates at the bar with a cocktail or order from one of the most impressive wine, beer, cider and spirits menus available in Launceston. The mains served encompass vegetarian, seafood, lamb, pork chicken and beef, no one is left out for selection of one or more choices. Alternatively, stop in and select one of the exceptional desserts with a nightcap at the end of your evening.
Additionally, a private dining area is available for special events or cocktails in the garden can be arranged (call restaurant for details). One of the few delicious restaurants around Launceston that is open 7 days for dinner Mon-Fri and lunch and dinner Sat-Sun (times may vary throughout the year). It is recommended to book for all occasions.
Additional Alternatives
There are so many delicious restaurants around Launceston, it’s difficult to narrow it down to just 13, with more popping up all the time. We have added some additional alternatives, for you to try for yourself and let us know your thoughts.
Delicious Restaurants around Launceston Recommended to Us
The next restaurants are ones we have not yet have had the privilege of tasting. Though they are on our DO as they come highly recommended to us by close friends as delicious restaurants around Launceston. Additionally, reviews for these restaurants have shown they are highly revered by patrons. Thus ascertaining they are suited to be included in our choices of 13 delicious restaurants around Launceston.
We have also included the ratings from two of the most reputed industry sites for your comparison.
Osteria Italian Restaurant
Authentic Italian cuisine at it’s best, it is like being taken back to Italy and sitting in the local ‘Osteria’. From antipasto to dolce and gelato, this menu exudes the warmth of any Italian cucina.
- Tripadvisor – 4.5/5.0 (12)
- MenuLog – 4.6/6 (221)
- Yelp – not rated
- Google – 4.1/5.0 (85)
Overall this restaurant rates high with many comments reflecting the authentic italian cuisine on offer and warm friendly atmosphere. With fresh, delicious food, friendly staff and prompt.
The most common responses amongst reviewers:
- wonderful traditional food
- prompt service
- lovely ambience
- welcoming and friendly staff
- delightful dining experience
As with any restaurant review not everyone has the same experience & expectations. There were some comments that did not agree stating there was a under-seasoned food, no atmosphere, very slow service & bad customer service.
Ratings: 08/07/2022
Pickled Evenings
A modern Indian restaurant serving Punjabi cuisine. Dedicated to authentic Indian cuisine, utilising traditional aromatic Indian spices. That is reflected by the blends of flavours, crafted into magnificent dishes.
- Tripadvisor – 4.5/5.0 (777)
- Zomato – 3.9/5.0 (63)
- Yelp – 4.0/5.0 (8)
- Google – 4.4/5.0 (446)
Overall this is a high rating restaurant with many comments reflecting it to be an amazing food experience. With exceptional food, great service and attentive staff.
The most common responses amongst reviewers:
- amazing food
- great service
- friendly atmosphere
- welcoming and attentive staff
- delightful dining experience
As with any restaurant review not everyone has the same experience & expectations. There were some comments that did not agree stating there was a good food, not exceptional, slow service & underwhelmed.
Ratings: 08/07/2022
Alternative choices for delicious restaurants around Launceston
I have mentioned that there are many we have not been to for some time and we will endeavour to refresh the list above with inclusions at a later date.
That said, I have highlighted some with their Google (G) and Tripadvisor (T) ratings, and cost indication. All ratings as at 08/07/2022
- Alida Restaurant: G – 4.3/5.0 (305): T4.0/5.0 (224) – $$-$$$
- Mudbar Restaurant: G – 4.3/5.0 (997): T 4.0/5.0 (1112) $$$$
- Titanium Bar & Bistro: G – 4.2/5.0 (99): T 4.0/5.0 (172) $$-$$$
- Black Cow: G – 4.4/5.0 (619): T 4.5/5.0 (1336) $$$$
- Kings Bridge Bar & Restaurant: G – 4.1/5.0 (513): T 4.0/5.0 (390) $$
- Firestorm Taco’s & Bar: G – 4.6/5.0 (58): T – not rated – $$-$$$
As well as some of the most delicious restaurants around Launceston, you will find a selection of Tasmanian locals choice fish & chips (Fraggles) and some pubs that are worth a visit.
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I enjoyed reading your restaurant reviews. Love a nice waterfront restaurant. I particularly like the Hallams Waterfront Restaurant; the ambiance looks relaxing. Thanks for sharing your dining experiences in Launceston.
Thank you and Hallams is a great place to eat whether you get a water view or not and the staff are just always so willing to help…
I have never been to Launceston, but the restaurants look absolutely stunning!
You should plan a trip as they are delicious….
Good food = Good trip 🙂
I totally agree…many of our destinations are chosen for the food we wish to try
One of the best parts of travel is trying the food where you travel to. So many good-sounding options here!
Isn’t that the case a destination can often draw us by its local delicacies or restaurants
This looks like a great place to spend a couple of days. I always appreciate tips on where to eat so thank you for those!
It is a fantastic place for a few days and one of the gateways to Tasmania…thank you
I am feeling hungry now 😋…. Very nice article 😊
Thank you, so glad they are amazing choices…and more
Good food is always a part of a good trip 😃
That is so true, it always makes our trips that bit more special
wow, a very helpful guide. thank you for these lovely recommendations,
Thanks so glad it helps and they are lovely restaurants
Jeanine – reading this made me hungry. This article did its job 🙂
Ha Ha I am so pleased that you think so and thank you
Very extensive guide, love it!
Thank you, I am glad it helps
These restaurants are making me so hungry! I love the atmosphere of Hallam’s Waterfront Restaurant. I will definitely keep it in mind if I’m ever in the area.
Hallams is wonderful atmosphere, food, service but there are so many it’s hard to choose a favourite…
What a choice of places! How could one decide?
It is a difficult choice, think you just has to go with what they love to eat…
Great summary! The most stressful part of every trip we take seems to be figuring out where to eat.
I know even when overseas I look at the reviews before going so at least a few meals are organised…
Your description of each restaurant makes it so easy to choose what place would be the most appealing. There are several on your list that I would love to try.
Thank you I was hoping for just that…I will be revisiting some of them also
Stelo at Pierre’s and Brisbane Street Bistro sound heavenly! Thank you for sharing your reviews about each of these restaurants, they all sound incredible!
You are welcome…and Stelo’s is beautiful you wouldn’t be disappointed…we need to revisit Brisbane Street
I love how thorough you are with the descriptions of each restaurant. As a foodie I am often worried about being disappointed when dining out while traveling.
Thank you…Also as a foodie I put in what I look for myself in recommendations, I am glad you liked it.