The Best Cafes in Launceston Right Now
Launceston is a beautiful city in Tasmania known for its stunning architecture, lush gardens, rich history and great food scene. Named UNESCO City of Gastronomy in 2021, Launceston is now firmly on the global culinary map. This is our guide to some fabulous coffee shops, breakfast & lunch spots to explore in the heart of Launceston.
Here are some of our favourite cafes in Launceston that you should definitely check out in 2023:
Tatler Lane by Sweetbrew – A brunch cafe, bar, event space, coffee roasting house & multi-cultural hub. Tatler Lane features their own roastery, with a focus on educating the community about coffee, from how the bean is cultivated to how it ends up in your cup.
Location: 5/74-82 St John St, Launceston
Phone: 03 6310 8555
Blue Cafe Inc – Tucked away in the heart of Launceston’s Inveresk Precinct, your favourite place to be is waiting for you to arrive. In the middle of a walk and looking for a great coffee or some delicious food? Stop by to see what’s on the menu and you won’t be disappointed!
Location: 2-4 Invermay Road, Invermay TAS
Phone: 03 6334 3133
Inside Cafe – Wholesome, nourishing food with character. They bake their own bread, make their own sauces and keep each dish simple, expressing natures rich, yet simple flavours.
Location: 10-14 Paterson Street, Launceston TAS
Contact: 03 6331 7348
Samuel Pepys Cafe – A coffee house to linger in with the comfort of old world décor and 100% gluten-free cakes, slices and light meals nestled in the CBD of Launceston.
Location: 106 George Street, Launceston
Contact: (03) 6334 2583
Bread & Butter – A local sourdough bakery + café for breakfast + lunch. They bake fresh everyday using 100% cultured butter from their own butter factory. Their small batch butter made using cultured cream.
Location: 70 Elizabeth Street, Launceston
Contact: 03 6124 2299
Elaia Cafe & Restaurant – Elaia is a Greek-inspired cafe and restaurant that offers a unique hospitality and menu experience in Launceston. Their homemade desserts and signature dishes, sauces and stocks all made from scratch, will delight your taste buds. Their modern, spacious, and comfortable indoor and outdoor dining makes it the perfect venue for your special event or spot for a casual catch up.
Location: 240 Charles Street, Launceston
Contact: 03 63313307
Earthy Eats – Earthy Eats is a community haven, providing access to seasonal, healthy and sustainable food choices. They connect with local growers and create tasty and nutritious meals, catering to a wide range of dietary requirements.
Location: 19 Kingsway, Launceston
Contact: 03 6380 9426
Cafe Mondello – Handmade food that celebrates fresh, local ingredients. You’ll feel right at home at Café Mondello… Sit and enjoy the amazing food and friendly service in the comfort of a warm blanket and heater in winter, or a cool breeze outside in summer.
Location: 242 Charles Street, Launceston
Contact: 0437 242 942
Mad Apple – Located on John Street in Launceston, Mad Apple is a popular cafe serving fantastic vegetarian/vegan fare.
Location: 122 St John St, Launceston
Contact: 03 6334 1778
Charlies Dessert House – In need of a little sugar therapy? They’ve got you! Charlie’s is the sweetest spot in town. They have a fully stocked Patisserie with ever changing flavours, along with a fully loaded dessert menu. Their vision is to bring Launceston a refined all-day patisserie and late night dessert restaurant where sweets reign supreme, caramel drizzles off the plate and eyes light up at the exquisite combination of flavours on the plate.
Location: 74 Charles Street, Launceston
Contact: 03 6331 7749
Amelia Coffee Co – Amelia Coffee Co. is all about happiness in a cup! Great coffee and sweet treats. They concentrate on specialty coffee. While they have their very own custom espresso blend, they are enthusiasts of single origin coffees and filter blends. They have a brew bar, designed perfectly for all your filter desires. Batch brew, cold brew, cold drip, pour over, Aeropress, you name it.
Location: 56 George Street, Launceston
Contact: 0419 400 402
Relish – A vibrant suburban cafe, serving quality food + specialty coffee and breakfast all day. They are fully licensed and offer an excellent selection of gluten free options and support local produce.
Location: 1/43 Arthur Street, Launceston
Contact: 03 6331 3122
Mojo On The Avenue – Mojo is a family owned cafe right in the heart of the city. This great little spot has a warm, friendly environment with lovely staff to match. They serve all day breakfast aswell as great lunch options with an Italian twist on many of the meals. They really pride themselves on their coffee and as they should, with many of their customers saying its the best coffee in town!
Location: 70A Brisbane Street, Launceston Contact: 03 6333 4167
The Basin Cafe – Enjoy an endless view of the Cataract Gorge, Launceston over breakfast, morning tea or lunch. This is the perfect pit stop to fill you up in-between gorge swims in the summertime or after a long walk on the zig zag track.
Location: Basin Rd, West Launceston
Contact: 03 6331 5222
Cuccina Cafe – Cuccina cafe is a popular cafe located near the beautiful Brickfields Park, serving generous quality flavoursome dishes for breakfast and lunch.
Location: 60 Margaret Street, Launceston
Contact: 03 6334 9337
Tinka Coffee Brewers – A lovingly-curated space for relaxation and fine beverage indulgence, alongside a range of tasty and carefully curated eats. Specialty Coffee & All-Day Brunch.
Location: 147 St John St, Launceston Contact: 03 6300 1391
Local Hideout – Located in the centre of the city, offering a cosy and welcoming environment, Local Hideout Café is the perfect place to stop and relax to hideout 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.
Location: 82 Brisbane St, Launceston
Contact: 0408 377 940
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