Touring for good food in Tassy.

If you haven’t been to Tasmania I would strongly suggest it. We flew and hired a car. Drove  from Hobart to Launceston over a ten day period staying at four locations. St.Helens was probably the best spot we stayed at. We struggled to find good food for most of the trip but once in Launceston the golf club restaurant, where we staying, spoiled us with a mostly excellent three course meal. Not to mention great cocktails and service. The scollops though were very disappointing and I told them so. 

The prize for the best eating experience has to go to Mudbar on the marina. A modern looking eatery with inside and outside eating areas. The food spoke for itself in presentation and was a delight to eat. The waiter - Dylan - must get a special mention for very fine and knowledgable service and a hand written note wishing us a safe trip home. Very nice touch. A good choice of Tassy wines was on the menu which I didn’t see a lot of at other cafes, pubs etc. This place as my highest recommendation for food and service and a beautiful location. Go and enjoy, we did. 

Noojee (Nooj) Hotel - Victoria

 While visiting local falls in the area a stop for lunch at the local seemed a good idea. Two things struck us immediately, first the shear size and number of the hotel dinning areas and the incredible expanse of grounds around the hotel. Not to mention a fast running creek out the back. Add to this a good “pub” menu and Chicken Parmigianas you could share with others and still be full. As if the parma wasn't big enough a huge serving of good chips and salad were included. 

Nooj Hotel Nooje is approaching 100 years old and though modern inside retains that Australian pub feel with plenty of exposed stained timbers and brick work. Again I lost count of the number of eating areas both inside and out with three eating areas outside alone. We sat at the back on the deck for a relaxing view of the endless grounds and creek. Kookaburras will entertain you with song and help you finish off your meal. Hard to get more Ozzy than this. Clean air, a beautiful green view, good beer and food and parking out the front. What’s there not to love? 

Scusa Mi - Glenwaverly, Vic

If you enjoy your Italian eats and feel like a relaxed up-cafe place to indulge, Scusa Mi, located in the Waverly shopping centre may suite you. Plenty of parking about and located just outside the shopping centre there is no reason not to go. This can be a busy cucina so book on popular days. Plenty to pick from on the menu and a good dulci menu. Meals are a good size so can’t see you going hungry. Service is brisk and wait staff know their stuff. The food may not be high-end Italian cuisine but then the pricing is not high-end. Meetup for drinks or settle in for a meal, it’s just too easy.