Boathouse Coffee

In 2018, two university friends entered the Tasmanian café scene with a goal to create “caffeine with a view”.

Six years after founding Boathouse Coffee along Tasmania’s Tamar River, Co-owners Daniel Britton and Isaac Lethborg have transformed their humble café into a hub widely known among both locals and tourists.

When they first opened the café, Isaac says the landscape was vastly different to what it is now.

The area has since flourished, thanks to the Seaport footbridge, Riverbend Park, and the Silos hotel enhancing the local charm. Now, Boathouse goers can enjoy picturesque views of the Cataract Gorge and the Tamar River.

The café has become a Tassie hot spot, known not only for its idyllic location but also for its high-quality coffee offerings.

“We attract a diverse crowd,” says Isaac. “Families, active individuals, and those looking to enjoy a peaceful moment by the water all come through our doors.”

One of the main draws is its specialty coffee. The team use a unique Boathouse Blend from Victorian roaster The Bean Cartel, which includes beans from Honduras, Ethiopia, and Brazil.

The café has built a reputation for having some of the best coffee in Launceston, which Isaac says is part of the duo’s long-term mission of achieving the top spot. To enjoy alongside the Boathouse Blend, there’s a selection of light meals, with the breakfast toasties being a standout.

“Our barbecue chicken panini is a cult classic, with a house-made white barbecue sauce that keeps customers coming back for more,” says Isaac.

And for sweet-toothed visitors, a caramel, lemon, coconut and jam, or mint slice is the perfect accomplice to the coffee.

For Isaac and Daniel, the most rewarding aspect of running Boathouse is the relationships they’ve built with their customers along the way.

“Making people happy is incredibly gratifying,” says Isaac. “Seeing familiar faces and building a community around our café is a wonderful feeling.”

As part of the next stage of growth, the duo’s most recent development is the addition of an events space.

“We’re excited to offer our top floor for various events, from birthdays to corporate functions,” says Isaac.

With ongoing plans for expansion and continuous improvements to their offerings, Isaac and Daniel are dedicated to ensuring their café remains a beloved destination in Launceston.

BOATHOUSE COFFEE

55 Lindsay Street,
Invermay, Tasmania, 7248

Open daily 7am to 2pm