We went to Hallam’s recently. The restaurant is lovely and the food quality excellent. We chose this restaurant as it is in the entertainment book and should have discounted the meal. We mentioned that we had the entertainment card with us and inquired prior to ordering a meal. The waitress said and I quote, ‘The current owner is not honouring the card this year even though it is the current 2020 edition and he has special permission to not do so’. I am following that up with the entertainment book organisation as clearly that gives the impression of false advertising and not a good look for the brand. Imagiine if this was the view of others who are also in the book!! It is a cautionary tale to anyone going there thinking they will get a discount. Be aware as it spoilt what was a nice meal. Seems mean spirited to us as customers.
Visited Launceston for the weekend and ate here because of the great reviews. The place is absolutely stunning. Cosy place that sits about 50 people and the wooden interior with windows overlooking the water is just spectacular. The Kilpatrick oysters were delicious. Stand out dish was the salt pepper calamari with beanshoots in Vietnamese dressing.
trio dressing oysters - fresh and different dressings are all tasty.
sashimi plate - very fresh 3 kinds of fish. but it is just not to my liking the way it is sliced and prepared.
white fish - must try. very fresh and juicy.
fried baby snapper - this was not on the menu and recommended by staff. crispy outside but juicy inside. even without the spicy sauce on top, it will still be a great dish. last pics speak all about how good it tastes.
The restaurant is close to the Kings Park and quite easy to find. We started with oysters seasoned with bacon and sour and salty sauce which could greatly improve your appetite. My main dish was grilled white fish sided with mushrooms and beans. And my friend’s was steak sided with potatoes and onions. We both gave five stars to our main courses as the food were fresh and cooked by light flavor. We also thought highly of the sweet potato fries. By the way I tried a glass of local beer and it was awesome! Every one comes to Launceston should take a drop.
Really nice food!!! Oyster is much better that I had in the glass house in Hobart which said as Blackman bay oyster. The taste of white fish is super juicy, variety and tasty, I think it's a must try with brilliant grilled vegetables as base. Comparing to seafood, the steak is so normal, how to say, not taste as beef, just something meat but not really good beef. Overall, I highly recommend here for seafood.
Came here looking for some fresh seafood and this place delivered! Oysters Kilpatrick were beautiful and fresh. Scallops were cooked to perfection. Chose the king fish for mains and lime and lemon curd for dessert. All choices were yummy! Sitting beside the waterfront this place is perfect. Staff friendly and efficient. Was a relatively cheap night out as we used the Entertainment Book and received one free main. Would definitely return and pay full price!
If you only do one thing in Launceston make sure it’s having a meal here at Hallam. We have eaten at some of Australia’s best restaurants and this truly is one of them.
Dinner has been pleasingly served and enjoyed! Great atmosphere and view complemented with nice staffs and amazing food! I’ve been here couple of times now and couldn’t once be a fault! Definitely try their Oyster with garnish! The best I would say! Basil Panacottta with white peach foam is one could fool you by its look but dig in and let ur taste bud dance with the flavor!
We went there last Christmas as being far from family at this time of the year we wanted to offer us a nice dinner for this special day. We did the best join by going there. The food is just fantastic and delicate and the products are noble and very well prepared. It is a bit expensive but for the food they served I think the price is fair. I tried the seared Tasmanian scallops and they were melting in my mouth. Just perfect. My main was the Atlantic salmon with speck and the combination was so good. It was really different and for me it was the kind of gastronomic restaurant that you really remember and that you go for specific occasion. I f I have the opportunity to come back to Tasmania I wish I could go back to this amazing place.
A little pitiful on the amount of wine served in a glass but otherwise a very good experience. The service was friendly and efficient.I would stay away from the seafood platter (from any restaurant) unless you are in a generous mood to maximize the restaurant's profits, otherwise you can't go wrong with most dishes. The salmon with pan fried potatoes and bacon pieces was a great combination that offered the perfect blend of taste. Each component including the salmon was very well cooked with a gentle but crisp char on the outside with "melt in your mouth" texture on the inside. The rosemary infused balsamic that was provided as dip for the bread again tasted superb. Dessert of Crème Brûlée rounded off the meal nicely and was accompanied by a firm but tasty pistachio cake.Happy to return. Recommend that for 2 people or more you simply buy a bottle of wine unless you like the glass less than half empty.
Enjoyable afternoon sitting watching the outside world drift lazily by.
The food is good. It’s not trying to be anything too bold but the flavours are balanced.
Started with the ocean trout and it was served in a milky ponzu sauce that complimented the soft silky trout perfectly.
The lamb was rich and I could say bordering on a tad too much, I could have done with 1/2 a slice less and still been left totally satisfied. But super delicious and the turnips helped to cut through the richness.
It was an enjoyable couple of hours, the sun was shining and the weather was perfect. Such a nice way to spend a few winter hours.
The food was super super tasty.
I don’t eat risotto very often but this is one of the best I’ve had.
The market fish sashimi is definitely the best I’ve ever had.
Oysters are not the biggest size but are really fresh.
Highly recommended!
Had the most delicious duck, sourced locally from Strelleyfield, cooked and served beautifully! Staff are so kind and accomodating, especially with my 8month old. The Lemon spritz is a must too! Had a spectacular view of the sunsetting at the mouth of The Gorge. Was definitely a treat!!
Absolutely delicious crab risotto and broccolini. Probably the best dishes I had whilst on a tour of Tasmania. The pasta mussels was good but overshadowed. My partner also loved the complimentary bread!
Tasteful & refined food. Well balanced cocktails. Polished service. Lovely warm ambience - A must try.
I’m still drooling over this incredible meal…
Pictured is what we ate on Sunday at the lovely Hallam’s Waterfront Restaurant in Launceston, Tasmania.
Everything was insanely good, with gorgeous local produce heroed and sauces that forced you to make embarrassing noises of enjoyment out loud.
The wine list was great - happy to see some lovely Tamar Valley wines on there, the service was fantastic, the view was lovely and the decor was too - lots of thoughtful touches.
But the food was the STAR! I’ve eaten in a lot of fancy restaurants around the world and in Sydney and Melbourne, and this was right up there. Absolutely delicious! I cannot stop thinking about the sauces and the delicate balance of flavours. Can’t wait to come back on my next visit to Tassie!
Lovely ambience. The vaulted timber ceiling and the raging fire added that Tassie charm. Ordered the whole snapper and Paris Mash. It was beautifully cooked and the sauce was just yum! Great service. If ever I return to Launceston, I'm back here in a flash!
In Launceston? Do yourself a favour and visit this lovely restaurant overlooking the Tamar River. It's our favourite spot to relax & enjoy the view, their extensive wine list and delicious menu. Highly recommend!
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