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Black Cow Bistro

70 George Street, Launceston, Tasmania TAS 2250, Australia
61 3 6331 9333
Ranked #5 of 96 restaurants in Launceston
4.0 of 5 stars 105 Reviews
Cuisines: Steakhouse
Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Melbourne, Australia
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

I have now visited this restaurant on a number of occasions-probably 5 or 6 times. It never fails to impress with skilled staff, knowledgeable on their wine list and outstanding service. The food served is of a very high standard and this restaurant must surely rate as one of Australia's best steak venues. Despite the town beinjg quiet this restaurant... More

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Sydney, Australia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

What a wonderful treat at Black Cow. We were a last minute booking and snagged the private room (cellar). The service was amazing, the food delicious and the whole experience was something that we will remember. There were 7 of us and each of us felt utterly spoilt. More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

Launcheston, quite town after 5, have a wonderful steak house in the heart of the city, pumping, keeping it alive. Friendly staff, always making sure your glasses are full, small place with good ambience. The steak, very well cooked, the quality of the meat is not the chefs fault. I've tasted more tender ones in my travel, but this is... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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69 reviews 69 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

Come to Black Cow for steak you will not be disapppointed. The service is wonderful. We had a lovely dinner! More

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Sydney
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012
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Great food, service and atmosphere. My favourites are... The lime, soy and palm sugar dressing oysters, the cucumber crème fraiche and salmon pearls, and for main the Scotch Fillet, Greenham Tasmania Natural Beef (Smithton, NW Tas) with Sweet corn kernels, char grilled with coriander and butter. I have been there twice and will definitely go back again in my next... More

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Sydney
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Gret steak. Friendly, attentive service. Excellent wine list supported by knowledgeable sommelier. Hard to ask for more in a restaurant. More

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Hobart, Australia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

I booked a table for myself at Black Cow Bistro sometime in late January and I was very pleased that I booked in advance because it was a Monday evening but on arrival the venue was filled to capacity. I frequently dine solo on business trips which can be fraught with being treated below par but on arrival they had... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

Our night here was our top dining experience in Tasmania. Luckily we had booked, and were not disappointed, having heard such positive reviews. The Black Cow is bistro dining at its best. Staff are excellent, decor great, and most importantly, the food interesting and superbly cooked. Our 300gm King Island porterhouse was done exactly as desired. Thank you all. More

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Brisbane, Australia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

Had dinner here tonight based on recommendations from locals and trip advisor. It lived up the to expectation. Firstly the service was great. Staff were friendly, professional and attentive. It was very busy yet the wait on our steaks wasn't too long at all. Just make sure you book! The meat selection was good and the taste amazing! Our party... More

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Melbourne
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

Went here with 4 other couples. We all ordered steaks and each one was a cooked to perfection from medium rare to medium well done. Beetroot relish and demi glazed sauce with peppercorns were also excellent. Potato galette was poor. Dull, greyish in colour and lacked flavour. Would have liked to have seen some potatoes or fries as sides. More

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