Read the reviews and they were positive but the overall rating didn't really jive...glad we didn't…read morepay too much attention to the very old reviews. We arrived around 5:45PM and quite a few tables were already seated. We got a table for two in the main room with the majority of diners. We were going to order pizza but as the pasta dishes kept passing by our minds quickly changed. We ordered Lasagna with meat sauce and Bolognese with fettuccine. Had to ask for spaghetti to be changed to fettuccine and since it was early and they weren't totally slammed the chef said ok. What a treat. The food arrived and we could have easily shared one of the dishes. Both dishes were beautiful and the tastes could not have been better. The lasagna was maybe the best we have ever had. And the bolognese awesome. But it was the homemade pasta that made us think so highly of La Cantina. Needless to say we did not have enough room for dessert. When we got up to pay the restaurant was totally packed. Glad we got there early as e didn't have a booking. Highly recommend you call ahead for this gem. Staff was excellent. Prices were reasonable. Will definitely return.

A nice family owned and run restaurant. The staff are very…read morefriendly and it has a good range of Italian food, being predominantly pizza's and pastas. They also do a very yummy selection of desserts. No need to book (for 1 or 2), as you can normally always walk in and grab a table. Only a 2 minute walk from where I stay when in Tassie makes it quite convenient.

Really authentic Mexican located across from Launceston college. I love the scallop empenadas…read more Burritos are also classy. Good sides with salsa Verde and staff really friendly. Rate it! Gluten free food here is good selection

Amazing location worth the view of the countryside alone…read more Good choice of sweet or savoury. Great coffee! Must stop between Launceston and Devonport.

Bar Stelo is actually a bar in Stelo at Pierre's. Was totally confused by the Bar Stelo and walking…read moredown George Street there is a sign for Pierre's. Just remember 88 George Street and Stelo at Pierre's!!! Went in person to make reservations just to make sure we were making them where we wanted to go. No problem. Made an early reservation and by the time we finished the restaurant was packed. The menu was very inviting and we had a difficult time selecting our dinner. We selected four tastes to share: - Popcorn Cauliflower was a pickled cauliflower, with an almond milk spice kind of like an Indian curry (I think). I am Not a cauliflower fan and I feel in love. Couldn't stop eating these wonderful morsels. - Second did was baked Scallops on half shell with potato foam, focaccia bread crumbs and leek oil. They were tasty but as once again I am not a fan of something....scallops they were great. Only complaint is they could have been cooked a little longer. - Ravioli with ricotta, pumpkin purée, brown butter sauce garnished with hazelnuts. Perfection. Every bite was better than the prior one. - Last dish was the Porchetta - rolled and roasted pork, with a carrot purée, grilled nectarines, gremolata and radicchio. Loved this porchetta! The skin was a perfect crust and I have never had porchetta with as little fat as this one had. Almost none. Excellent. All dishes arrived and they were art on a plate. Beautiful plating of awesome food. Highly recommend. Make a reservation. Service was top notch

As is the case most food places close at 8pm. So asked for recommendation and they pointed to…read morerestaurants on George street there were several this looked the best. Very attentive staff. Knowledgeable on ( local ) wine choices. I had ragu which was one of the best I ever had. Wife had fish apparently excellent. Could not fault the service, food, or location. Very clean and pleasantly busy with people out to eat good food. Spent a little more than I planned but did not regret it. You should try it

We checked into our hotel and decided to try this restaurant. Everyone was so nice and friendly. We…read morechose to have a beer and snacks. I would definitely recommend coming here.

The bar is pretty tied and needs an injection of enthusiasm from staff. The kitchen was closed just…read morea bit before 8pm. There were a couple of people around but generally was quiet on a Sunday evening.

Rupert & Hound is a seafood restaurant located on the banks of the North Esk River at Launceston's…read moreSeaport. This was our "fine dining" experience during our recent stay in Launceston. This place was a bit of a hike from our hotel, but well worth the exercise. The service here was perhaps the best I've experienced in awhile. That included being seating, early drinks, ordering, deliver from the kitchen, and paying up front. There was the right amount of checking in, without being overbearing. That included our interaction with a supervised trainee. The 4 us had a nice table by the window and a nice view of other folks in the dining room. We were particularly taken by the loving interactions of a dressed up young mother having her son out to dinner. Our wine? Tasmanian selections of course, including my nice choice of a dry Riesling. Cheesy Bread started us as the first choice off the menu, followed by a variety of seafood choices. I chose the Crumbled Tasmanian Scallops (with Chips). All were spot on in terms of presentation, taste, and portions. There was no rush to give up our table, but we did cut it short when our other fellow travelers (at another table) were ready to leave. We had reservations, which became more evident with the folks crowding the entrance when we left.

The service was friendly, professional, and efficient. The space was buzzing with customers, but…read moredid not feel crowded and overwhelming. We really enjoyed the abalone appetizer (it was seasoned very well). Our main dishes were very fresh, and delicious!

WOW, what a great experience. Arrived on time for our reservation and were quickly seated. After…read morelooking at the menu we knew we were in trouble and knew we were going to have way too much food...and we were right! Complimentary Papadums with Mint Yogurt Sauce arrived at the table before our food started coming out! And they were tasty. We ordered: - Butter Naan. Great naan. Just enhances an Indian meal. - Chicken Vindaloo. Was excited they could alter the heat level to a medium. Perfectly cooked. The sauce was flavored with tamarind, vinegar, garlic and red chilies. Perfect combination and the chicken was tender but not falling apart. - Daal Tadka. Yellow daals that were some of the best. The daal were cooked in an onion gravy to a soft tender lentil and not total mush. - Lamb Chops. The best lamb chops we have ever had. Presentation was beautiful. Three perfect chops, with a smallish salad and a mint sauce. We could have ordered 4 orders and been happy. - Cumin Rice. Was great mixed with both the daal and vindaloo. - Buttered Naan. The naan came out piping hot and gingerly topped with a bit of butter. What a meal. Maybe the best Indian food we have ever had. And we have had a lot in many different countries. Service was great. Prices were very reasonable. Recommend booking in advance. Highly recommend.

Was in Launceston on a road trip vacation. Wanted some Indian food and our b&b host recommended…read morethis spot. Best garlic naan and fish curry I have ever had. Perfectly cooked fish. Naan was so tasty that we added another order. Really friendly, patient service. Upstairs area was very inviting and great air flow. Parking was convenient - plenty of spots on the streets outside.

Food was not very good I got the chicken and it was kind of sweet, drinks were good. The place was…read morepretty dark and purple. Not a very big variety of food to choose mostly just drinks on the menu. Steak was very very good.

what a shame. having a well earned night out with out the kids only to pay over $300 for a meal we…read morecouldn't eat. Better off going for a counter meal for a dry steak and chips.