
Alida Restaurant at Penny Royal
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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Alida Restaurant at Penny Royal

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

Quick Facts
Cuisine
Modern Australian
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+61 3 6332 1011
Address
5/1 Bridge Rd, Launceston TAS 7250, Australia
Website
alidarestaurant.com.au/Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences

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

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

Prohibition-Era Cocktails
Enjoy well-made, classic cocktails that add a unique and sophisticated touch to your dining experience.
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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.
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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
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
The waterfall room offers an intimate and tranquil dining experience with the soothing sound of a waterfall as a backdrop.
Yes, the cocktails are well-made and recommended, with options like Raspberry Sour or Dark and Stormy.
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.
The staff are reportedly willing to make things right. Don't hesitate to communicate any concerns you have.
The restaurant has different zones to provide a different feel, and generous seating. One review mentioned a quieter night was nice for them.
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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