Eat & Drink
Launceston: the City of Gastronomy
Discover your new favourite place to grab a bite or drink
Launceston is home to so many incredible cafes, restaurants, bars, and eateries. From casual to fine dining, sweets to savouries, seafood to paddock produce, and Australian to international cuisine, we have something for everyone.
Venues for fast lunches, Sunday brunch, leisurely dinners, Friday knock-off drinks, intimate dates, and big celebrations alike can all be found here.
We're here to help you uncover some of Launceston's best-kept secrets.
Our top picks
Some of our favourite places to eat and drink in the city
Bluestone is a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner that incorporates modern bistro cuisine with a focus on quality and comfort. Head Chef Murray designs his menus with presentation and quality top of mind, and the rest of the crew are...
Bluestone Bar & Kitchen
12-14 Saint John Street, Launceston
Cinco Passiones is a libation lounge bar showcasing Tasmanian whisky, sparkling wine, cocktails, coffee and cigars. Perfect for date night or a quiet drink with friends, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped into another space and time when you enter this...
Cinco Passiones Libation Lounge
Level 2, 47A Brisbane Street, Launceston
Established over twenty years, Mudbar is an ideal place to celebrate good times; with a fierce reputation for fresh, seasonal, handmade food. Achieving the rare feat of being all things for all people, Mudbar has created an ambience that suits those...
Mudbar Restaurant
28 Seaport Boulevard, Launceston
Located in the iconic Quadrant Mall in the heart of Launceston city is a celebration of Japanese cuisine. Find a cosy nook within this gorgeous eatery – perhaps up at the bar, or maybe under the illustrations of Tokyo life. With a selection of...
Pachinko
23 Quadrant Mall, Launceston
More places to eat and drink
Fry-Shry
74-76 Elizabeth Street, Launceston
Fry-Shry, a late night eatery that specialises in American inspired Philly cheesesteaks and hot dogs, is bringing... Read more
Blue Social Eatery
2-4 Invermay Road, Invermay
Nestled in the centre of the Inveresk district beside QVMAG and the UTAS campus, Blue Social Eatery embraces the essence of... Read more
Nest Café
89-93 Cimitiere Street, Launceston
Step inside Nest Café and enjoy the perfect rainy-day atmosphere: warm coffee, cosy ambience and a peaceful space to slow... Read more
First Basin Café Bistro
74-90 Basin Road, West Launceston
Whether you’re here for a quick bite, a long lunch or just a great coffee, the First Basin Café Bistro menu is made for... Read more
Lil Hong Kong
134 York Street, Launceston
Lil Hong Kong brings the vibrant flavours, memories, and food culture of Hong Kong to the heart of Launceston. They serve... Read more
Tumble Coffeehouse
144 York Street, Launceston
Tumble is Launceston's newest coffeehouse - a place for community and speciality coffee. Expect speciality drinks,... Read more
Bar Clarry
61 Cameron Street, Launceston
Small bar, big mood. Local wine, sharp snacks, low lights and a little chaos. Come for one, stay for everything. Opening in... Read more
Grand Joy Restaurant
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Offering an wide range of dishes, Grand Joy Restaurant brings authentic Cantonese cuisine to the Launceston CBD. Among the... Read more
Bad Boy Bakery
156 Charles Street, Launceston
Your go-to spot for great coffee, freshly baked treats, and a laid-back atmosphere, Bad Boy Bakery is bringing the classic... Read more
Spotlight on:
Food vans turned Launnie staples
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From food van to bricks and mortar
Catering for Launceston’s hungry diners every day is no mean feat. A number of businesses started slow and small and took advantage of the opportunities for food stalls and vans around the city...
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Fry-Shry
74-76 Elizabeth Street, Launceston
Fry-Shry, a late night eatery that specialises in American inspired Philly cheesesteaks and hot dogs, is bringing... Read more
Blue Social Eatery
2-4 Invermay Road, Invermay
Nestled in the centre of the Inveresk district beside QVMAG and the UTAS campus, Blue Social Eatery embraces the essence of... Read more
Nest Café
89-93 Cimitiere Street, Launceston
Step inside Nest Café and enjoy the perfect rainy-day atmosphere: warm coffee, cosy ambience and a peaceful space to slow... Read more
First Basin Café Bistro
74-90 Basin Road, West Launceston
Whether you’re here for a quick bite, a long lunch or just a great coffee, the First Basin Café Bistro menu is made for... Read more
Lil Hong Kong
134 York Street, Launceston
Lil Hong Kong brings the vibrant flavours, memories, and food culture of Hong Kong to the heart of Launceston. They serve... Read more
Tumble Coffeehouse
144 York Street, Launceston
Tumble is Launceston's newest coffeehouse - a place for community and speciality coffee. Expect speciality drinks,... Read more
Bar Clarry
61 Cameron Street, Launceston
Small bar, big mood. Local wine, sharp snacks, low lights and a little chaos. Come for one, stay for everything. Opening in... Read more
Grand Joy Restaurant
,
Offering an wide range of dishes, Grand Joy Restaurant brings authentic Cantonese cuisine to the Launceston CBD. Among the... Read more
Bad Boy Bakery
156 Charles Street, Launceston
Your go-to spot for great coffee, freshly baked treats, and a laid-back atmosphere, Bad Boy Bakery is bringing the classic... Read more