A dining non-negotiable for foodies, this ambient, woody space among the vines at Velo Wines dishes up some of the best plates in Launceston (well, nearby). Driven by a local community of diners, producers and backyard growers, its menus are ever-evolving, but one thing remains unchanged: the quality. Expect exceptional comfort food like Wood Roast Chicken with almond, salsa verde, potato and gravy, Lamb Cutlets with black garlic and preserved lemon, and Miso Caramel Mousse with honeycomb and brown butter. timbrekitchen.com

Arguably Launceston’s favourite spot for coffee and sweet treats, this warm and inviting coffee house is a hub of excellent espresso and local community. What began as a tiny hole-in-the-wall in 2014 has now expanded, with new digs in the St Lukes building on Cimitiere St, where fresh brews are complemented by a full breakfast and lunch menu. bunacollective.com.au/sweetbrew

Sister cafe, Tatler Lane, suffuses the specialty coffee of Sweetbrew with an all-day brunch menu and perennially good vibes. Housed in the city’s first cinema, Tatler Lane transformed a dilapidated, boarded-up laneway into a lively, light-filled café space, with a focus on locally sourced ingredients, sustainability and, of course, superb coffee. bunacollective.com.au/tatler-lane-by-sweetbrew

This lauded restaurant on the banks of the Tamar River and Cataract Gorge has added equally impressive rooms to its already-outstanding culinary repertoire. Housed in the historic Ritchie’s flour mill on Launceston’s waterfront, downstairs, diners will delight at one of Tasmania’s most awarded dining rooms, where the focus falls squarely on local produce. While up above, stylish rooms are elegantly dressed in charcoal greys and lush greens evoking its luxuriant surrounds. stillwater.com.au/seven

A household name in Tasmania, Josef Chromy is one of the most renowned Cellar Doors and wine producers in the region. Located just 10 minutes south of Launceston, this impressive epicurean estate features a 61 hectare vineyard, state-of-the-art winery, cellar door and restaurant. Renowned for its traditional Tasmanian method sparkling, it also produces other premium drops like Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, all which can be sampled in its charming homestead, alongside beautiful views of the lakeside vineyard. For the foodies, feast at the Restaurant; it’s been awarded One Chef Hat every year since 2017, showcasing the best of the region with exceptional finesse. josefchromy.com.au

What would a city of gastronomy be without an epic farmer’s market? Every Saturday from 8:30am – 12:30pm, the Launceston city centre becomes alive with the best fresh and artisanal produce in Tasmania (and arguably the world). Straight from the farm gate, there’s everything from pickles and preserves to cured meats and salumi, bread, pastries and cheese, along with fresh fruit and veg. A wonderland for gourmand, go on an empty stomach. harvestmarket.org.au

Following the success of their pop-up speakeasies, Bar Stelo is now a permanent fixture in Launceston’s thriving bar scene — and rightly so. With its cozy nooks and sophisticated, retro atmosphere, cocktails are the star here; try a Thyme Gimlet or Raspberry Sour alongside wonderful snacks like Wagyu Beef Crudo and Popcorn Cauliflower. stelotas.com/barstelo

A small-batch butter factory meets bakery and café, this unique concept in Launceston blends all the good things in life; sourdough bread, great coffee and artisanal butter. An ode to mightiness of the yellow stuff; bread and pastries and baked freshly everyday using 100% cultured butter, which is made using traditional methods; churned, hand-worked and salted to perfection. breadandbuttertasmania.com.au

With best-in-show Tasmanian beef front and centre, this butchery-come-bistro is one of Launceston’s finest examples of local produce done exceptionally well. Here, carnivores will delight; premium cuts are dry aged, free range, grass-fed and hormone-free. Oenophiles, too, will rejoice, with a wine list considered one of the best in the country and awarded Best Wine List in Tasmania — perfect glasses to accompany perfect steaks. blackcowbistro.com.au

Tasmania’s finest produce is on show at this beautiful Italian diner, where the pastas star. From perfect cappellacci to pillowy gnocchi, all pastas are lovingly made in-house using Tasmanian flour and potatoes, and sit alongside excellent, homely renditions of Italian classics. Think Porchetta, Buffalo mozzarella with fire-roasted capsicum salsa rosso and rosemary sourdough focaccia, and Wagyu Beef crudo from Robbins Island. It also has a fascinating culinary history; first established in 1956, Pierre’s Cafe and Brasserie welcomed the first commercial espresso machine in Australia. stelotas.com

Launceston’s iconic silo landmark was converted into a stylish 9-storey luxury hotel thanks to the Peppers group. On the banks of the Tamar River, these well-appointed rooms are housed within the original silo and the new building, offering a truly unique stay with all the amenities one could ask for. peppers.com.au/silo

A tiny bar with a European sensibility, this chic watering hole in Launceston features top shelf Tasmanian wines, beers, whiskies and gins alongside refined snacks. Nestle into one of their cozy nooks and enjoy a glass of Tassie’s finest with local artisanal cheese and fresh oysters. bartwo.com.au

This sprawling, industrial-style beer and dining hall is Laucenston’s latest — and arguably buzziest — drinking hole. With beer that’s totally Tasmanian, it’s not just expert brews on tap here, but delicious pizza, too. With a big Italian woodfire pizza oven at its centre, expect stellar slices as you down jugs of cold Pale and Pils. ducanebrewing.com.au

Experience rarefied dining with a Tasmanian touch at the restaurant at Peppers Silo Hotel in Launceston. True to its paddock-to-plate philosophy, it showcases world-class produce from local farmers; think beef and lamb sourced from nearby farms and the freshest seafood from Tasmania’s pristine coastal waters — all prepared with artful panache. grainofthesilos.com.au

Bringing a little bit of Greece to the charming and epicurean Charles St, this Greek-inspired eatery has been serving its moreish Mediterranean fare for almost 30 years. With everything made from scratch, including sauces, stocks and dips, enjoy their signature all-day breakfast, or come at night, when both menus and atmosphere go fully Greek. Here you’ll find their own Koumozo Ouzo, Tasmania’s first commercially produced Ouzo made in the central highlands using local botanicals. elaia.com.au