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Alida Restaurant at Penny Royal

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·491k reviews·,

Riverside dining at Penny Royal, featuring modern Australian dishes with local produce. Enjoy a tranquil atmosphere, especially in the waterfall room.

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Wed/Fri 18-21h

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Alida Restaurant at Penny Royal

Highlights

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Must-see attractions

Riverside dining at Penny Royal, featuring modern Australian dishes with local produce. Enjoy a tranquil atmosphere, especially in the waterfall room.

4.6
(491k reviews)

"The food tasted fabulous. Dishes are classy but very well priced and respectable size serving."

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Book the Waterfall Room

For a more intimate and picturesque dining experience, request a table in the waterfall room.

Communicate Issues

Staff are willing to resolve issues. Don't hesitate to speak up if you encounter any problems with service or food.

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Quick Facts

Closed·Opens Thursday 5PM

Cuisine

Modern Australian

Price

Mid-range

Phone

+61 3 6332 1011

Address

5/1 Bridge Rd, Launceston TAS 7250, Australia

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Medium

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Waterfall Room Ambiance

Waterfall Room Ambiance

Dine in a tranquil, intimate alcove with the soothing sound of a waterfall. Perfect for a relaxed evening.

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Pork Belly Perfection

Pork Belly Perfection

Savor melt-in-your-mouth pork belly, hailed as the best ever eaten, cooked to perfection.

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Prohibition-Era Cocktails

Prohibition-Era Cocktails

Enjoy well-made, classic cocktails that add a unique and sophisticated touch to your dining experience.

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Penny Royal is probably one of the best places to visit un Australia. It is located in Launceston, Tasmania. It has its own lake, boat and even a waterfall. You can come and spend a good time here with friends, have some food at Alida and enjoy a good day with many options such as rock climbing, and zip lines
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Book the Waterfall Room

For a more intimate and picturesque dining experience, request a table in the waterfall room.

Communicate Issues

Staff are willing to resolve issues. Don't hesitate to speak up if you encounter any problems with service or food.

Penny Royal is a popular tourist attraction in Launceston, Tasmania #PennyRoyal #tasmania #australia #nature #fyp
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#fyp #viral #pennyroyal #launceston #tassie 🛣️🚙🇳🇿@aneeta_047 @Penny Royal Adventures
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Explore Unique Cocktails

Try the prohibition-era cocktails; they are well-made and offer a unique drink experience.

Doing my time in Tasmania this year I visted the Penny Royal in Launceston. Located right next to the iconic Cataract Gorge, Penny Royal Adventures aimed to re-create 19th century Van Diemen’s Land. It provides a village experience for everyone from history- themed boat rides to ultimate cliff adventures such as cliff jump, zip lines and cliff walk. I enjoyed an icecream. #pennyroyaladventures...
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Book the Waterfall Room

For a more intimate and picturesque dining experience, request a table in the waterfall room.

Communicate Issues

Staff are willing to resolve issues. Don't hesitate to speak up if you encounter any problems with service or food.

Explore Unique Cocktails

Try the prohibition-era cocktails; they are well-made and offer a unique drink experience.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

Alida Restaurant at Penny Royal is lauded for its tranquil ambiance, particularly the waterfall room, and its delicious, well-presented modern Australian dishes emphasizing local produce. Diners frequently praise the quality of the food, especially meats and seafood, and the attentive service. However, some reviewers have noted issues with slow service during peak times and occasional inconsistencies in plating or ingredient disclosure.

"Everything was so delicious but I must confess, even though I was completely full, I couldn’t stop eating the leftover roast potatoes. Absolutely Devine!
We ordered the lamb and chicken dishes, both cooked perfectly with such tasty sauces accompanying. The waterfall was such a tranquil backdrop. Totally recommend and we will definitely be back ( for more potatoes :-)"

Warren Carter

"If you are in Launceston Alida definitely worth a visit. The food tasted fabulous. Dishes are classy but very well priced and respectable size serving. We had an entree/starter and main each, which left us to full to fit even a shared dessert. We happened to go on a quieter night, which was nice for us. Modern atmosphere with generously spaced comfortable seating. There are different zones to give a different feel. We sat in the main area which was quieter than the waterfall room where the music was playing. Cocktails were well made, can recommend the Raspberry sour or the Dark and Stormy. Will return if given the opportunity."

Fam Vid

"The entree, main, and dessert were all served in good time each. The service itself was impeccable. We chose the waterfall room which was a small alcove area of about 4-5 tables and offered a super comfortable atmosphere throughout.

Items ordered:
- Korean fried chicken (entree)
- Confit duck (main)
- Handmade pappardelle (main)
- Affogato (dessert)

Critique:
For my main I selected the handmade pappardelle. It did not state on either the online or physical menu that any mushroom would be included, and when it arrived there was sadly a lot. I ate around the mushroom, as the rest was lovely. As such a major item in the dish, it should have been listed as an ingredient.

Positives:
Just about everything else! The food was otherwise delicious, and exceptional care was clearly taken in the cooking and the serving. Had such a relaxed evening throughout."

Madeleine Langshaw

What People Like

Tranquil Waterfall Room ambiance
Delicious modern Australian cuisine with local produce
Exceptional pork belly and steaks

What People Dislike

Slow service during peak hours
Inconsistent plating
Unlisted mushroom ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

The waterfall room offers an intimate and tranquil dining experience with the soothing sound of a waterfall as a backdrop.

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Yes, the cocktails are well-made and recommended, with options like Raspberry Sour or Dark and Stormy.

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Many diners rave about the pork belly, which has been called the best ever eaten. Other popular choices include lamb cutlets and the unique prawn cocktail.

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The staff are reportedly willing to make things right. Don't hesitate to communicate any concerns you have.

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The restaurant has different zones to provide a different feel, and generous seating. One review mentioned a quieter night was nice for them.

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It's a special offering for two people on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday nights, including a share meal and a bottle of wine.

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