Buddha Thai Restaurant

Launceston


A boho vibe, BYO policy and reasonable prices mean this small eatery on the Charles St strip is almost always full – book ahead or get here early to snaffle a table. The dinner menu is the usual barrage of curries, stir-fries, salads and noodles; lunch dishes are lighter and change daily. Leave room for the sticky coconut rice.


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