Sun-soaked lunch spot by day, trendy bar by night, and coffee haven in the afternoon, Alchemy offers $2 barista-made coffee for Launceston’s caffeine lovers from 2.00pm to 4.00pm. Savor your coffee inside their trendy bar space, accompanied by Australia’s hottest hits, or relax outdoors in the afternoon sunshine. However you choose to recharge, Alchemy is the perfect spot to do it. And who knows, maybe an espresso martini or cheeky cocktail will catch your eye. Who are we to judge?
📍 Find Alchemy at 90 George Street
At Launceston’s newest patisserie, Le Petite Chou, your post-lunch coffee comes paired with an irresistible pastry selection. Their barista-made coffee is available from 8.00am to 6.00pm, Wednesday to Monday. Choose from their slightly spicy Smoked Paprika and Chorizo Gougere or the sweet and refreshing Rose Choquette. With an incredible range of pastries, you’ll be spoiled for choice. Why not take a box home for dessert later?
📍 Find Le Petite Chou at 76 George Street
Coffee and berry ice cream? Yes, please! Launnie Heights on George Street is open in the afternoon for all things ice cream, salads, wraps, curries, and yes, coffee. What makes their coffee even more special is their exceptional customer service. As a family-owned and operated business, every brew is crafted with care. Enjoy your caffeine hit and a chat in the sunshine, or take your coffee to go for a stroll. The friendly team at Launnie Heights won’t disappoint.
📍 Find Launnie Heights at 112-114 George Street
Peppers Silo is an unmissable feature of the Launnie skyline, but did you know the hotel is not only home to an award-winning restaurant but also a relaxed all-day café? Watch the sun sparkle on kanamaluka/Tamar River from the expansive back deck or get cosy in comfy couches in the modern lounge – it’s the perfect spot to meet with clients or friends to relax and refuel. Open seven days and serving coffee until 6pm, Grain Café also offers an assortment of delectable house-made cakes and sandwiches until 4pm, and other light lunch options until 3pm. While you’re there, why not make a dinner reservation at the restaurant, Grain of the Silos, where the chefs serve up the best local Tassie produce in their beautiful riverside dining space. Enjoy a coffee now and return later for a delicious three-course meal. What’s not to love?
📍 Find Grain Cafe at 89 Lindsay Street
Beer, woodfire pizza, crispy potatoes, and…coffee? Yes! Du Cane Brewery on Elizabeth Street can brew you a delicious 3.00pm cappuccino and serve your cheesy woodfire pizza without breaking a sweat. Their vibrant and quintessentially Tasmanian space is ideal for relaxing with friends over a brew (caffeinated or otherwise) while exploring their huge map of northern Tasmania’s best day walks and hikes. At Du Cane, you can plan your weekend adventures all while sipping on your afternoon flat white.
📍 Find Du Cane Brewing at 60/64 Elizabeth Street
Conveniently located in the heart of the Brisbane Street mall, Coffee Republic boasts an extensive menu of specialty coffees as well as ‘freezers’, a slushie-like frappe beverage perfect for warm days. This hole in the wall shop is a perfect stop if you're on the go, serving up caffeinated goodness until 6.00pm; or if you're after somewhere to enjoy a cup alfresco-style in their outdoor dining space. They also offer a wider range of cup sizes than most cafes, and sell beans to take home.
📍 Find Coffee Republic at 137 Brisbane Street
When we posted this blog to our socials and asked for more suggestions, the public came through! Here are some more fantastic spots for an afternoon coffee: