Cataract on Paterson
Industrial-chic Australian spot featuring locally sourced dishes, some on tabletop stone grills.
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Why it's worth checking out
Come for the locally sourced Australian cuisine and the interactive experience of tabletop stone grill cooking in a stylish industrial setting.
Our take
Cataract on Paterson is an Australian restaurant located in central Launceston with a distinctive industrial aesthetic. The venue specialises in locally sourced ingredients and offers a unique dining experience with tabletop stone grill cooking. With a Google rating of 4.6 from nearly 3000 reviews, it's a well-reviewed establishment in the area.
Good to know
- Located at 135 Paterson Street in central Launceston
- Features tabletop stone grills for an interactive dining experience
- Focuses on locally sourced ingredients
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Practical details
Opening hours
Open now- Monday
- 17:00 – 21:00
- Tuesday
- 17:00 – 21:00
- Wednesday
- 17:00 – 21:00
- Thursday
- 17:00 – 21:00
- FridayToday
- 17:00 – 21:30
- Saturday
- 17:00 – 21:30
- Sunday
- 17:00 – 21:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 84
- Popularity
- 100
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Cataract on Paterson located?+
The restaurant is located at 135 Paterson Street, Launceston TAS 7250, in central Launceston.
What type of cuisine does Cataract on Paterson serve?+
Cataract on Paterson serves Australian cuisine featuring locally sourced dishes, with many items cooked on tabletop stone grills.
What is the dining experience like?+
The restaurant has an industrial-chic design and offers an interactive dining experience with tabletop stone grill cooking.
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