EAT + DRINK
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Feeling hungry in the north? We have you covered. From markets to restaurants to craft beers....come with an appetite.
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BLACK COW BISTRO
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Located in the historic art deco Luck’s Butchery shop in Launceston, Tasmania, Black Cow showcases grass fed, hormone free, dry aged, premium Tasmanian beef. Free range happy animals make better meat....even if they aren’t ‘super sized’. Sporting a wine list with an emphasis on Tasmanian tipples and an energetic atmosphere with friendly professional service 7 nights a week from 5:30pm, reservations recommended.
The Black Cow logo has been inspired by the amazing ancient artworks in the Lascaux Caves in France. Carbon dating indicates that these paintings are more than 17,000 years old. Find out more about Black Cow Bistro or visit them at 70 George St, Launceston |
CLARENDON ARMS HOTEL
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Relax in front of our cosy wood fire, drop in for a brew, coffee, cake, lunch or dinner. Our menu is ever changing reflecting the wonderful seasonal produce Tasmania and our kitchen garden has to offer. We craft our menu depending on the season and what our local producers and suppliers have on hand. Our food is honest fresh and British Pub style, hearty and warming in winter and light and
fresh in the summer months. Visit them at 11 Russell Street, Evandale or call (03) 6391 8181 Open Thursday to Sunday Find them on the Web or Email them |
DU CANE BREWERY & DINING HALL
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A venue and a beer for all occasions! Launceston’s first brewpub is designed for adventurers and families alike to gather and celebrate the character and culture of Tasmania’s outdoors. The centrepiece of their kitchen is a big Italian wood-fired pizza oven, with food showcasing local nutritious ingredients. The beer is Tasmanian, brewed by Launnie’s own Will Horan. The playful spaces create a sense of community that comes from being together in the bush. Whether you’re planning your next trip into the mountains, finishing up after a day on the trails, or meeting with other families for an afternoon of socialising, you’re going to like hanging out with the gang at Du Cane.
60–64 Elizabeth Street, Launceston | Website | Email | Call Open every day from noon, bookings via website |
EVENFALL WINES
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Evenfall is not just a winery, it's an experience. A journey through time and taste, nestled in the heart of Tasmania's scenic landscape. With its vineyard, winery, cellar door and restaurant, Evenfall offers a complete immersion into the world of fine wines and culinary delights. You’ll be greeted with warmth and hospitality the moment you step through the door. Recently renovated, the restaurant exudes an air of elegance and charm, setting the stage for an unforgettable dining experience. The outdoor seating offers a perfect vantage point to soak in the beauty of the surroundings. At Evenfall, it's not just about wine and food, it's about forging connections – with the land, with the past, and with each other. It's a place where time slows down and every moment can be savoured. With its unparalleled setting, exceptional wines and gourmet cuisine, Evenfall offers the chance to experience the true essence of Tasmania in every sip and every bite.
2 Upper McEwans Road, Legana | evenfall.au Open Wednesday – Sunday 10.00am – 4.30pm |
FANNYS BAY DISTILLERY
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Tasmania is well known for its whisky. Indeed, the liquid gold from here has been named the world’s finest. There’s one, though, that’s not like the rest. Some would say it’s a square peg on a shelf of shiny round bottles. But that’s the Fannys Bay way. No one had ever set up a distillery on Tasmania’s wind-swept northern coast. Like a city seachanger arriving in a new Tassie town or a craft beer lover turning their taste to whisky, Fannys Bay Distillery embraced the challenge. Few might have heard about Fannys Bay Distillery, but those in the know are swept away by its rare flavour profile and hand-crafted, seaside tale.
15 Seascape Drive, Tam O’Shanter, Lulworth fannysbaydistillery.com.au | [email protected] 0431 512 006 |
GLENDALE ESTATE
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Tucked away in the heart of Tasmania’s Tamar Valley amongst rolling hills, farmland and vines you’ll find the hidden vineyard, Glendale Estate. Glendale is a historic property dating back to the late 19th century. Once an established apple orchard, the estate’s original timber buildings still stand and have been lovingly restored by owners, Chris and Cassie Payne. The original apple packing shed has been reinvented into Glendale’s boutique cellar door, which also serves as a stunning event hall perfect for weddings and other special occasions.
0488 033 492 [email protected] Open 7 days 12.00pm – 4.00pm |
GRAIN OF SILOS
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From our island’s harvest, straight to your table. Grain of the Silos is a fresh tonic for Tasmanian taste buds. They take what delicacies the seasons and a family of growers provides and produce a menu of superb simplicity. To find them visit Peppers Silo Hotel, wander past Woody’s Barrel Bar to a dining room drenched in natural light, with views toward the luscious Tamar Valley and often snow-sprinkled peaks of Mounts Arthur and Barrow. Catch a rowing scull gliding past or a restored yacht stretching her legs on the river that bends and snakes to eventually greet Bass Strait. Reclaimed timber from former neighbouring wool sheds combined with crisp furnishings and splashes of leafy green create a splendid setting in what was once a bustling industrial hub.
Find them at 89/91 Lindsay Street, Invermay On the Web, Facebook or Instagram |
GREY SANDS VINEYARD
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Grey Sands Vineyard does things very differently. Just half an hour’s drive from Launceston, the family-owned vineyard is not irrigated and is tended by hand. Using knowledge gained from extensive research on European vineyards, Bob and Rita produce original wines that have become highly sought after. While many vineyards produce their wines from as few as a single grape type, Grey Sands grows a remarkable 17 different varieties. It’s why they can boast the largest range of wines in Tasmania.
6 Kerrisons Road, Glengarry 0407 961 167 | [email protected] Find them on the Web, Facebook, Instagram or Twitter | Open only by appointment |
HARVEST MARKET
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Every Saturday morning, Harvest Launceston Community Farmers’ Market brings the farm gate to you. Meet local farmers, indulge in fresh, seasonal produce, with ethically-raised meat, free from artificial hormones, organic dairy, artisan bread and pastries, bright summer berries and blushing autumn apples. Savour a locally-roasted coffee at this vibrant weekly event before adding your choice of cool-climate wines, ciders, beers and preserves to your basket for the journey home.
Find out more about Harvest Market or visit them at 71 Cimitiere Street, Launceston (in the car park opposite Albert Hall) |
HILL STREET GROCER
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There’s a reason the locals shop at Hill Street Grocer – they truly do bring happiness through great food. The freshest of Tassie produce is meticulously presented, from neat rows of heirloom tomatoes to plump fresh berries straight from the farmer’s patch. This award-winning Tassie grocer began as a humble store in, of course, Hill Street in West Hobart. Forever bustling, the tiny store has grown to new locations across the island. You’ll find stores in New Town, Sandy Bay, South Hobart, Blackmans Bay, Devonport, Dodges Ferry, Latrobe, Lauderdale, Longford, and the original in West Hobart. Whether it’s recipes, grand hampers, handmade chocolates or a quick pre-dinner shop, Hill Street has reinvented the grocery shopping experience. Fine, fresh and deliciously friendly.
hillstreetgrocer.com (03) 6234 3384 |
LOT 40
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A bar, café, brewery, gin distillery and event space in the home of Tasmanian mountain biking, Derby. And it’s dog friendly! Home to Tin Valley Brewery and Blue Trail Gin Distillery, Lot 40 offers the perfect sanctuary. Whether you’re fuelling up for a pre-ride coffee or recharging after your final run on the trails, grab a spot indoors or out and indulge in the diverse menu. You’ll find options for brunch to dinner alongside snacks and freshly baked treats to keep you energised. Mingle with locals and experience the vibrant pulse of the Trail Builders Bar, with its regular live music. Planning a special event? Lot 40 hosts private functions with ease. With accommodation at Tin Mountain next door, it’s the ultimate destination for team gatherings and touring parties. Be sure to check out Lot 40's breathtaking mural by acclaimed artist Tom Cosic, a tribute to the world's foremost trail shapers.
55 Main Street, Derby lot40.com.au | [email protected] 0490 396 492 |
SAINT JOHN CRAFT BEER
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Saint John Craft Beer is the leading craft beer venue in Tasmania’s north, named after its location on St John Street. This glorious bar combines the age-old tradition of beer drinking, unique contemporary craftsmanship, quality ingredients and independent brewing. The kegs are always changing, with something new on the taps all the time – there are 170+ beers on the shelf. Drink in or take away.
Find out more about Saint John Craft Beer or visit them at 133 St John Street, Launceston |
SMALL WONDER
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41 degrees south and 50 metres above sea level on the western ridge of the Tamar Valley sits the picturesque Small Wonder. Its 20 hectares of vines were planted in 1998 and converted to Australian Certified Organic (ACO). It’s nestled in native bushland with the influence of both the Tamar River and the cooling winds that whip off Bass Strait. Their wines show freshness, detail and vivacity, expressing the remarkable characteristics of Tasmania and their unique place within it. Visit the cosy cellar door for a relaxed wine tasting and a delicious gourmet platter.
Small Wonder Wines 530 Auburn Road, Kayena (03) 6394 7541 [email protected] |
STILLWATER RESTAURANT
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At Stillwater, the food is fresh and grown locally by passionate producers who rely on the attributes of our natural
environment. Our state regulations keep the modification out of our genetics, the artificial out of our hormones and the free in our ranging animals. The Stillwater team appreciates that grass-fed, antibiotic- free, natural, happy animals make better meat – even if they aren’t ‘super sized’! Open for breakfast and lunch from 8.30am 7 days, dinner Tuesday to Saturday in spring/summer and Wednesday to Saturday autumn/winter Find out more about Stillwater Restaurant or visit them at 2 Bridge Road, Launceston |
SWEET BREW
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Passionately dedicated to crafting extraordinary coffee and fostering a sense of community, Sweetbrew has stood at the centre of specialty coffee in Launceston for over a decade. From its beginnings as a tiny hole-in-the-wall coffee shop, Sweetbrew has grown over the years to encompass three unique venues.
Visit their website sweetbrew.com.au call (03) 6310 8555 or email [email protected] 5/74–82 St John Street, Launceston 95 George Street, Launceston 88 High Street, Campbell Town |
TAMAR VALLEY TRUFFLES
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World renowned for its extraordinarily high-quality black Périgord truffles, the stunning Tamar Valley Truffles dwells in the heart of the Tamar Valley food and wine region on the banks of Lake Trevallyn, just 15 minutes from Launceston. Lined with 3000 oak trees and tucked away in its own pristine microclimate, they produce some of the world’s finest black French Périgord truffles. Fresh truffles are harvested from late June to early September. These rare and valuable delicacies are sold locally, interstate and internationally. Tamar Valley Truffles also partners with top Tasmanian producers to create a truffled product range, using the freshest truffles for the strongest aromas and flavours. This exclusive collection includes award-winning cheeses and other dairy products, truffled salt and, more recently, a gold-medal winning Truffled Olive Oil. Buy some soon and enjoy the experience!
Find out more about Tamar Valley Truffles |
THE CABIN
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The Cabin is set amongst winding vines and rolling hills that border the meandering Tamar River. It rests in the little farming community of Exeter, a scenic 20 kilometre drive north of Launceston, a perfect halfway stop on the way to the white sands of Greens Beach. You’ll find a warm welcome and a delicious mix of specialty coffee and seasonal brunch in a thoughtfully curated space showcasing the beauty and abundance offered by our wild little isle.
120 Main Road, Exeter cabincoffee.com.au (03) 6394 3506 Open weekdays 6.00am – 1.00pm, weekends 7.00am – 1.00pm |