When you’ve got a hankering for a delicious breakfast, look no further than Fremantle/Walyalup. From uber cool brekky spots, juice bars and the smell of freshly roasted coffee, Freo’s cafe scene consistently ranks top of our list for good reason.
Some of these places are new to the scene and some are tried and true Fremantle brekky spots that have kept us at Urban List well fed and caffeinated for years.
Here are Fremantle’s best cafes you need to add to your list stat.
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Palette
1 Freeman Loop, North Fremantle WA 6159
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Located walking distance from Leighton Beach, Palette is an all-day diner and art gallery, complete with a rotating exhibition of curated pieces from emerging local artists. Bring your pup along for a beachside brunch and sample the monthly rotating menu with dishes like pavlova french toast, baklava granola, pumpkin Turkish eggs and porchetta benedict. And whatever you do, make sure you grab a slab of the weetbix slice for the car ride home—it's the owner, Jade's, mum's recipe and it is seriously addictive. Until the end of June, you can also dive into the most gorgeous stack of strawberry matcha hotcakes, all washed down with a heavenly iced strawberry matcha latte, of course. It's our latest breakfast crush.
Peggy’s
35 Market St, Fremantle WA 6160
If you’ve rolled out of bed not feeling yourself, Peggy’s will be sure to cure whatever ailment might be present. This retro sandwich bar is home to the best sandos in Perth and we are obsessed. It’s an absolute battle trying to choose between the classic egg mayo, sausage and egg muffin and the chicken schnitty. I will say, they decided to get rid of their espresso machine to make room for more kitchen equipment, so there are no flat whites or cappuccinos here. But they do still do a mean batch or filter coffee.
Little Loaf Lunch Bar
390 South Terrace, South Fremantle WA 6162
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If you love North Street Store, Little Loaf's expanded cafe is just the ticket for a brunch by the beach. After years of serving takeaway only, the expanded digs are finally offering you a chance to sit down and tuck in without worrying about messing all over yourself as you dig in on the way back to the car. They're serving up all the usual goods—think banh mis, rolls, pastries and avo toasts—through to eggs on toast and cheeseburgers with crispy hot chips. The chicken and gravy roll though is a must.
Bib & Tucker
18 Leighton Beach Blvd, North Fremantle WA 6159
The views over Leighton Beach alone are enough to make you want to add Bib & Tucker to the list. Pair that with their cult-worthy banana pancakes or fried chicken roti and a breakfast cocktail and you’ll know you‘ve made the right choice.
Little French Nest
15 Point St, Fremantle WA 6160
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If you’re hankering for something on the sweeter side, Little French Nest will not disappoint. The French toast with pear compote, almond tuille and chantilly cream is a gift from the gods. If you’re bringing along a savoury mate, the sweet potato and feta galette with caramelised onions and a fried egg is always a hit.
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Chalky's Espresso Bar
Shop 4/1 High St, Fremantle WA 6160
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Chalky’s Espresso Bar in Fremantle’s West End sums up what makes our port city so special—heritage buildings, great coffee and some killer people watching. Our picks of the menu have to be The Hock—poached eggs, master stock braised pork hock, potato gratin with house-made hollandaise—and the pancakes with spiced apple and rhubarb. Yum.
Mr Chapple
92 South Terrace, Fremantle WA 6016
Get your Sunday started with a freshly-roasted GESHA coffee and the most divine breakfast dumplings at Mr Chapple at The Old Synagogue in Freo. These little parcels of goodness are stuffed with eggs, spinach and a mushroom ragout served alongside a silky chilli hollandaise and mozzarella. It’s what dreams are made of. Special mention goes to the soft shell crab croissant.
Hinata Cafe
19 Blinco St, Fremantle WA 6160
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If you want to feel like you've hopped on a plane to Japan for a morning, go to Hinata. The adorable little Japanese-owned cafe is about as authentic as it gets, with home-style brunch sets that change with the season. These mixed sets give you the chance to sample a bunch of tasty Japanese bites, from miso salmon and pumpkin tempura to sweet delights like baked yuzu custard pudding.
Moore & Moore Cafe
46 Henry St, Fremantle WA 6160
Housed in the heritage Moores building on Henry Street, Moore & Moore Cafe serve delicious, feel-good breakfasts with options to suit vegetarians, vegans and anyone who likes to treat their body with loving kindness. We particularly love the generously served vegan nachos, and for meat-lovers, you need not stress - there’s the option to add slow cooked grass-fed beef. The halloumi burger, burnt butter pumpkin mash and chilli scrambled eggs are all perfection.
Roasting Warehouse
312 South Terrace, South Fremantle WA 6162
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If coffee is your thing, it’s time to let the crew at Roasting Warehouse in South Freo wake you up with their epicly good roasted brews. Their roaster works around the clock to bring you the best coffee possible. Breakfast-wise, the eggs benny chan with grilled roti and panko crumbed eggs is to die for.
Ootong & Lincoln
258 South Terrace, South Fremantle WA 6162
With laid back and retro vibes galore, this antique store turned cafe serves up some of the best sweet brekkies in town. The chef’s dirty waffles must make an appearance on your table. Housemade chai chocolate waffles doused in whipped mascarpone, a sour cherry compote and roasted coconut—drooling yet? And for the strange ones out there who don’t like sweets for breakfast, there’s plenty that will float your boat.
Good Things
16 Bannister St, Fremantle WA 6160
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This cosy little cafe serves up seriously good eats and mighty fine coffee. From diner style fluffy hotcakes to a fancy avo on toast with mint, peas and whipped feta, you really can’t go wrong. Add a side of fried chicken and everyone's happy.
The Cool Room
2/114 Holland St, Fremantle WA 6160
From Thursdays to Sundays, The Cool Room in Freo is the place to go for hearty breakfasts and amazing coffee. Think feeds like poached eggs with creamy gorgonzola or a halloumi bruschetta—whatever you choose will be sure to fill you up. There’s also a vintage store right next store so you can pop in for a browse after you dine.
GESHA Coffee Co. Cafe
59A Queen Victoria St, Fremantle WA 6160
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You’re probably already a fan of GESHA roasted coffee beans, but did you know they have their own cafe too? Their flagship cafe serves up some seriously delicious eats, including a coconut, pineapple and pear bircher muesli, corn fritters with guacamole and crepes three ways. Of course, that’ll be paired with an outstanding cup of joe.
Hush Specialty Coffee
68 High St, Fremantle WA 6160
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Breakfast with Hush Specialty Coffee is always a special affair. Not only is the coffee breathtakingly good, the menu will send you rushing here at first glance. Jaffa French toast with Hush’s own espresso Jaffa soil, a blood orange gel, whipped Nutella and Frangelico caramel has us weak at the knees. The panna cotta granola, truffle mushroom and beef brisket benny are all top notch.
Best Wishes
Shop 9/2 Cantonment St, Fremantle WA 6160
This coffee and bagel joint knows the way to our hearts. A strong cuppa alongside a bacon and cream cheese bagel has to be one of the best ways to start the day. The pastries, cakes and biscuits are also simply glorious.
Cos Baby
4/50 Pakenham St, Fremantle WA 6160
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We can’t get enough of this dreamy little cafe whose aim is to feed and nourish every person that walks through their doors. A coffee with a freshly baked muffin or something more substantial like stacks of pancakes or the classic smashed avo will have you walking out with a smile on your dial.
MRKT SPACE
19 Freeman Loop, North Fremantle WA 6159
This cafe, bar and gourmet market at Leighton Beach houses oh-so great coffee alongside an Italian-inspired menu. Duck by on the way to work for a latte and fresh muffin or sit down and settle into the full menu using the fresh, local ingredients. Burrata for brekky? We’re in.
Ooh Coffee
255 Queen Victoria St, North Fremantle WA 6159
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This little espresso bar is loved by locals who appreciate all things coffee. Stroll by Ooh Coffee, grab a latte and chow down on a hand made croissant. Day sorted.
Little Lefroy’s
310 South Terrace, South Fremantle WA 6162
If you like to take the reins when it comes to breakfast, Little Lefroy’s is for you. This cool little cafe in South Freo lets you design your own brekky with add-ons spanning from avocado and slow roasted balsamic tomatoes to smoked salmon and grilled halloumi. If you’d prefer to pick something off the menu, you’ll be equally as happy. We rave about the crispy chicken club sanga - the perfect hangover cure.
May Street Larder
Unit 23/155 Canning Hwy, East Fremantle WA 6158
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May Street Larder has been a go-to for many Freo folk and visitors alike since it joined the scene some time ago. The menu has a focus on fresh, seasonal products to showcase what Western Australia has to offer. There’s something for everyone in your party with dishes ranging from a beef brisket hash to poke bowls, cheesecake french toast and a breakfast burrito.
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