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Novaro's Restaurant

28 Brisbane Street, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
03 6334 5589
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Ranked #7 of 128 restaurants in Launceston
Good for: Romantic, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Brisbane
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

The inviting exterior lures you into a beautiful tastefully decorated cosy restaurant. We were initially surprised that the restaurant was fully booked on a week night out of season and were glad we booked. Whilst waiting for our food we were treated to a complimentary cauliflower soup with flaxseed oil beautifully presented. For mains we ordered the duck priced at... More

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Launceston, Australia
Top Contributor
62 reviews 62 reviews
31 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013 via mobile

We just had an excellent meal, everything was perfect... From the food, to the wine and to the service, we left so satisfied we cannot find a fault. Abalone, truffle, eye fillet, duck, pork, and the palate teasing cauliflower soup made for the nicest dining experience we have had in Launceston... Value for money is great, location suits and the... More

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Nicholas H, Owner at Novaro's Restaurant, responded to this review
18 April 2013

Dear Travelling_Aussie 10, It was Nick and my pleasure to host you and your wife last night for your anniversary! Thank you for your review, we enjoy reading such kind words and will pass your comments onto the staff! Have a great weekend! Kind regards, Nicholas and Sarah More

Tasmania
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22 reviews 22 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013 via mobile

I am so fortunate to have this gem as one of my locals. My wife and I really treasure our times here. This week I had the quail as an entree and duck as main. Both were great. Especially the quail which was way up there. The wine selection is extensive but certainly not expensive. The service is what gets... More

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Nicholas H, Owner at Novaro's Restaurant, responded to this review
15 April 2013

Dear Peter L and M. L (yes I know who you are!!!), It is always good to see you both, thank you very much for your review, it is always good to receive feedback from locals and tourists alike! Many thanks again and kind regards as always, Sarah and Nicholas More

Birmingham, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
27 reviews 27 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2013

This was our first visit from the UK to Tasmania and specifically our first day in Launceston. A gentle stroll into the town looking for a light Italian styled restaurant led us to this restaurant. The name Novaro's hinted at this nationality and we asked for a table for two on what was obviously a busy evening. We were instantly... More

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Nicholas H, Owner at Novaro's Restaurant, responded to this review
15 April 2013

Dear Ted H, Nicholas and I appreciate the time you have put into reviewing our restaurant. I hope you and your wife enjoyed the remainder of your tour around Tasmania and have a safe trip home! Many thanks again and kind regards, Sarah and Nicholas Hooper More

Tasmania
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33 reviews 33 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2013

It was heartening to see this restaurant almost full on a Tuesday night. I hadn't been here for a few years and was impressed with the current menu and could have ordered most of the dishes. After much decision, I settled on the octopus for entree and the vegetarian ravioli for mains (filled with pear and cheese, in a sage... More

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Nicholas H, Owner at Novaro's Restaurant, responded to this review
17 March 2013

Dear Tassiefoodie, Thank you for your kind review. Nicholas and I are pleased you enjoyed your evening and hope to see you soon! Kind regards, Sarah and Nicholas Hooper More

Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2013 via mobile

Service was spot on very informative and knowledgeable about wines and menu. Entree of seared scallops was very tasty, quite buttery and possibly I'd suggest poached in the butter rather than that sealed golden crust I'd imagined! My partner had venison carpaccio which was amazing served with tomato ice cream (slightly strange twist) and smoked prosciutto lovely! Mains was the... More

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Nicholas H, Owner at Novaro's Restaurant, responded to this review
17 March 2013

Hello Spoonable! Thank you for your review, I have passed your comments to our kitchen staff. We look forward to your return. Kind regards, Sarah and Nicholas More

Brisbane, Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2013

Dont get me wrong it was very good. I enjoyed almost everything, and as the other reviews state the staff were amazing! real amazing. The wine was well priced and there was a solid selection, the food was just a little lacklustre. I enjoyed it! but it just didn’t knock my socks off, nor did it any of my friends.... More

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Nicholas H, Owner at Novaro's Restaurant, responded to this review
17 March 2013

Hello! Nicholas and I are pleased you enjoyed your evening and hope to see you again! Kind regards, Sarah More

High Wycombe, United Kingdom
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16 reviews 16 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2013 via mobile

It's funny really because if you write reviews you tend to always read reviews and therefore go to the best restaurants, and then give good reviews! This restaurant looks like its in someone's front lounge. If I hadn't read about it on trip advisor I would never have gone in. There were only a few people in the restaurant when... More

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Nicholas H, Owner at Novaro's Restaurant, responded to this review
22 February 2013

Hello Peter, We hope you enjoyed your holiday in Tasmania! Thank you for your review on TripAdviser, any positive feedback is great for both the readers of this site and our staff to whom I have passed your warm comments. i am pleased your wife enjoyed her meal and hope you both have the opportunity to return to Tasmania someday... More

Hobart, Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2013

the highlight of this restaurant was its wait staff. We were there midweek and had a gem of a waitress. She was attentive and very well informed. The food was just ok.. Not worth the price tag but ok. Place looked great, wait staff are great, keep working on the food guys :)

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Nicholas H, Manager at Novaro's Restaurant, responded to this review
22 February 2013

Hello Matt and Mel, Thank you for taking the time to review Novaro's Restaurant. I thank you for your kind words regarding both the service and wine list...it was fun to serve your table and great to meet a couple who both enjoy their wine and food but do not take it all too seriously!! I have passed your comments... More

tasmania
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79 reviews 79 reviews
58 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2013

This is a special restaurant for any occasion, we dined here for Valentine's Day and this restaurant does not disappoint. Enjoyed a glass of bubbles on arrival very reasonably priced. Menus were given specials announced and order taken without so much of a pen hitting the paper. Oysters served 3 days were beautiful and fresh, the tiger prawn linguine had... More

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Nicholas H, Owner at Novaro's Restaurant, responded to this review
22 February 2013

Hello Tasmanialovesydney, Nicholas and I are thrilled to have received such a positive review! We thank you for you time and effort you put into this review and are pleased you had a positive experience in our little restaurant! Valentines Night is such a busy one for us, so my staff and I are glad you enjoyed a relaxed evening... More

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