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The Bread + Butter Bakeshop is an offshoot of the main Bread + Butter location in Launceston, near Prince’s Square. They serve up sweet treats and baked goods as well as coffee. Bread + Butter is unique as a bakery because it utilises cultured butter from Tasmanian Butter Co. in all of its baked goods. This cultured butter...

If you’re after delicious, wholesome and comforting food, then VegOut is a fantastic option. Their meals are so good, visitors might not even notice they’re vegan! Behind the tempting stacks of cakes and cookies, bains of delicious hot grab-and-go lunches perfect for a day in the office, and fridges stocked with house-made...

Sushi Plus on George may be part of a chain of stores, but don’t let that fool you! This little sushi bar is just as focused on fast service, fresh ingredients and delicious food as it was when it started out in 2016 on Charles Street. Serving a range of hot and cold Asian-style meals, Sushi Plus offers fast grab-and-go...

Great Scot is a quirky little cafe serving up all the cafe favourites you’d expect, as well as some fusion favourites. Menu highlights include: eggs benedict, big breakfast, pancakes, smoothies, nourish bowls, burgers, salads, prawn & chorizo pasta, and butter tofu (or chicken). They also frequently run specials, and...

The owner of Kenzo’s Kitchen is a Malaysian-Tasmanian who cooks what she craves. This unexpected fusion of baking and Asian flavours brings Launceston a unique range of products previously only available at weekend markets when Kenzo’s Kitchen was still just a stall.  Kenzo’s has somewhat of a cult following in...

Amelia Coffee Co. is a coffee shop devoted to serving delicious coffee. Located nearby a lot of office spaces, and with a street-service window, it's an ideal spot to stop before (or during) work. Their cake cabinet offers a variety of delicious pastries and sandwiches, all sourced locally from Sandy’s Sourdough, a beloved...

In their own words - “You’ll find that we use the most fresh and quality ingredients. From locally sourced, full-flavoured herbs, coffee roasted in Hobart through to Tasmania’s award winning Ashgrove milk and Meander Valley cream, we aspire to give our friends a delicious culinary experience. We bake our own bread, make...

Centrally located on George Street, Fusion Green offers soups and salads made with the freshest ingredients available and an Asian fusion flair.  Ideal for warm or cool weather, this little shop is a fantastic lunch destination whether you’re out for a day of shopping in the city or at the office - take your container of...

Situated in the eatery district of George Street, Turkish Tukka serves up authentic Turkish cuisine using fresh Tasmanian produce in their beautifully decorated casual dining space. You’ll likely smell Turkish Tukka before you see it - this restaurant uses a proper charcoal grill, resulting in succulently charred meats and...

The Devil’s Own Ice Creamery is, perhaps, one of the most unexpected Launceston favourites - located in a little cottage a short walk from City Park, they quietly create an amazing array of delicious ice cream and sorbet flavours that rotate on a weekly basis. These artisan ice creams and sorbets are carefully hand-crafted...

123Yo! is a pioneer of desserts. This little shop was the first (and may still be the only) self-serve frozen yoghurt bar in Tasmania! All the flavours available are made in-house, so you’re always guaranteed a delicious cup of soft serve, with unique flavours not found anywhere else. This froyo bar is an ideal place to...

Alberto’s Espresso is a little coffee shop owned and run by two local sisters, located in the food district on George Street. They serve up classic cafe breakfast and brunch favourites, as well as their signature Allpress Espresso coffee. Allpress Espresso is an Australian coffee roastery with a focus on flavour. They...

Bento serves traditional Japanese bento box favourites for lunch and dinner. Its menu is large, ranging from a wide variety of sushi flavours, to tempura veggies, to hot meals such as udon noodle soups and beef gyudon. Find Bento at two locations in Launceston, on George and York Street. WHY WE LOVE IT: Excellent bento...

A Kingsway staple that started out as a juice stall at weekend markets, Earthy Eats is a beloved Launnie breakfast, brunch and lunch spot devoted to 'real food made with real ingredients'. Owner Laura prides her business on their sustainability practices, waste minimisation, and use of top quality, fresh local ingredients,...

At Frankie's Coffee House, you'll be transported to a world of vintage Italian charm in the heart of Launceston. It's a picture-perfect oasis that seamlessly blends the past with the present. The Italian heart that once resided in Franco's lives on in this café. Meticulously designed with rustic wooden furnishings and...

Ichiban Boshi serves up sushi, Japanese-style fried chicken, curry, donburi bowls, udon noodle soup and bubble teas at Morty’s Food Court. For friendly and fast service in a convenient location, look no further! WHY WE LOVE IT:Great range of bubble tea options.Really well priced sushi rolls and udon noodles.Friendly staff...

Liv-eat was founded in 2006 by 3 young friends with a shared passion for healthy eating and living life to the full. The fresh and healthy eating concept was born with a single store in Tasmania. The mission statement remains the same to this very day - “We are committed to making the world a healthier, happier place…one...

Located in the centre of the city, but offering a cosy and welcoming environment, Local Hideout Café is the perfect place to stop and relax to hide out from the rush of the world. Local Hideout embodies a relaxed energy in everything it does – from its soothing atmosphere to its friendly and warm staff. Their relaxed...

Another fantastic Launceston eatery that started its life as a food van, Smallgrain is an Asian fusion takeaway shop with a focus on fresh seasonal produce. Open for both lunch and dinner (check their current opening hours), Smallgrain serves delicious dumplings, karaage chicken, Banh Mi, rice bowls, laksa, rice paper...

Sweetbrew is an iconic Launceston cafe with a focus on great specialty coffee, vegetarian food and a range of delicious cakes and pastries. Sweetbrew provides table seating, couches, a communal table and cosy intimate nooks as well as alfresco dining - and yes, dogs are welcome! Sweetbrew is also behind the recently opened...

This little cafe opposite Launceston College has a reputation for being a very friendly place to visit. Serving coffee, delicious homemade cakes, tempting slices and great food, the key ingredient that has customers returning is the friendly service they receive. WHY WE LOVE IT:Cute and cosy atmosphere.Great coffee and...

Zambrero is a Feel Good Mexican restaurant, serving Mexican food differently!Their menu is freshly-prepared, with a focus on modern, superfood ingredients, to bring new delicious bold flavours to the Mexican favourites you love. The brand now has over 230 restaurants globally, and its Plate 4 Plate initiative has generated...

Tio Rico is a great little spot, away from the cbd, where you can relax and enjoy some delicious, authentic Mexican food. Tio Rico use as much locally sourced produce as possible in all of their items on the menu including making all of their sauces from organic chillies and tomatillos grown in their back garden. They...

Offering delicious, expertly-made coffee and all day brunch, Tinka is housed in a beautifully sunny little cafe space on upper St John street, complete with alfresco dining. The smell of rich, small batch coffee will inevitably draw you in - the challenge is leaving with just your coffee! In the counter cabinet you’ll spy...

Relaxed and cozy atmosphere, great quality coffee and delicious food with a wide variety of smoothies. Located in the heart of Launceston at 59 George Street. Serving quality coffee, fresh juices and smoothies, delicious treats, and a large variety of food and beverages. WHY WE LOVE IT Great coffee and cake. Huge range...

Tucked away in the Centreway Arcade you’ll find Mike’s Country Kitchen - a little take away shop serving up Aussie classic greasy spoon favourites. Roast meat rolls made fresh daily (with crackling and gravy), custom salad sandwiches, hot chips, Aussie-chinese stir fries, potato bake, potato cakes and chicken kebabs can...

Located on the edge of the Launceston CBD, at 727 Charles Street, Aromas Cafe has been serving delicious meals and coffee since 2000. The family-owned and -operated cafe is known for its friendly, tight knit team and love for hospitality. The cafe’s extensive seasonal menu is available to eat in and takeaway 7 days a week....