You can't be expected to make solid shopping choices on an empty stomach. And thankfully, Karrinyup's dining scene has never been better.
From high-speed sushi trains to modern distilleries, ice cream delights to baked goodies, there's something to suit everyone.
We've rounded up the best of Karrinyup's restaurants, bars and cafes to help you on your way.
Bar And Restaurants
Dandelion
Owner John Parker (The Standard, The Royal, Fleur) has done it once again with this gorgeous multi-level bar and restaurant situated amongst the endless foodie joints in The West Deck precinct in Karrinyup.
Downstairs is flooded with natural light, high ceilings and decadent marble, while upstairs it's more dimly-lit and laidback, looking over the rest of the space. These overachievers have also managed to distil their own spirits with some serious gin and vodka to team up with their fresh zingy bites off the menu—the seafood share-style plates are a definite highlight.
Super Souper Ramen
Karrinyup lucked out in the ramen department, with the same team behind the popular Super Testsudo sushi train restaurants bringing us this absolute gem. Serving slurpable bowls of Hakata-style (i.e. pork bone broth) ramen, Super Souper Ramen offers up authentic noodles made from scratch in your choice of hardness, plus, a good range of broths and new world flavours to choose from—from tonkatsu and black garlic shoyu to the iconic yuzo shio ramen.
Authentic Bites
If you’ve ever lined up at this popular eating spot in Northbridge, you’ll already know that Authentic Bites Dumpling House is slinging some of Perth’s best dumplings, so we’re pretty excited to hear Authentic Bites Dumpling House is here to serve you fresh bao buns and dumplings when you’re in the mood for a light lunch.
Spice Market
Having already established themselves in Freo, Spice Market has headed up to Karrinyup to show the north of the river folk what they’re missing. This Thai eatery has an extensive menu,with bao buns, fragrant salads, spicy soups, stir frys, curries, roast duck, pork belly, and even a large selection of vegan editions. Oh, and we can’t forget their list of tropical cocktails.
Topi
If you know good Indian food, chances are you’re well and truly familiar with the vibrant Indian dishes coming out of Sauma in Northbridge. Well, Topi is the beautiful Karrinyup eatery from the same crew. The menu is inspired by travels through rural India where farm-to-table dining is an everyday occurrence, so expect authentic, rural, homestyle Indian dishes loaded with the best WA produce.
O Mare Mio
After you’ve walked laps around Karrinyup, it’s time to rejoice in a carb fest at O Mare Mio. Transport yourself to Italy and at the new home of “fish, wine and pizza” and choose from a menu of oysters, arancini balls, pasta, grilled octopus, chilli mussels, tiramisu and more. With a classy wine list to match, this joint will satisfy your pasta and pizza cravings.
Super Tetsudo
Imagine a sushi train, but the food is brought to you on a super speedy express train. That’s what Super Tetsudo is famous for, so you Japanese cuisine lovers can now get your sushi fix in a flash. Choose from traditional maki or nigiri sushi, or from an a la carte menu with noodles, soups and rice dishes.
Good Company
After you’ve shopped ‘til you dropped, plunk yourself down at Good Company and order from their menu of yummy pub classics, crowd-pleasing nibbles, fresh salads and pizza. If you’re in the mood for a drink, check out their list of wine and tantalising cocktails. With Three Pound Group (Stables Bar, The Camfield, The Elford and more) behind this opening, we’re not too surprised to see the fit-out is absolutely gorgeous—think light, breezy, with a hint of coastal inspo.
Arirang Korean Barbecue
Arirang Korean Barbecue have been around since 1999, and after successful ventures in the CBD and Cannington, they’ve set up shop in Karrinyup. Expect a combination of traditional Korean dishes and modern street food, including dumplings, kimchi soup, ramen and barbeque wagyu and pork. Plus, there are Korean liquors such as Soju (hello, old friend) and cocktails.
Baguette Me Not
We were a bit disappointed when Baguette Me Not shut up shop in Subiaco, but breathed a sigh of relief when we discovered they were setting up in Karrinyup. Baguette Me Not have got baos, taco sliders, loaded fries and a new whopping Banh Mi baguette called Four Seasons. At 60cm long, you can fill this bad boy up with four different fillings. Ideal for sharing with your shopping buddies.
Hermanos En Tacos
Fancy a Mexican feed? The Tex Mex style eats coming out of Hermanos En Tacos always hit the spot. We can't get enough of the seriously tender 12-hour slow cooked beef brisket nachos and their blackened fish tacos are to die for.
Cafes, Sweets And Takeaway Eats
Pretzel
Decked out in its iconic pink decor, Pretzel is a small hub of happiness dishing out the best pretzels we’ve ever had. They have massively successful stores around Perth and Melbourne (a special shout out to the Pretzel in Northbridge providing pure joy and contentment after a night out in the city). We’re keen to dig into these sweet and savoury pretzels as we make our way around Karrinyup.
Billy Van Creamy
In the heat of Perth summer, or any time of year when you’re craving a sweet treat, Billy van Creamy are here to save the day with their handmade, high-quality ice cream. Using organic milk and natural ingredients, a scoop of this sweet and cold ice cream will perk you right up.
Little Laika
Laika in Lathlain is easily one of the best cafes in all of Perth, so you can rely on this little outpost from the same crew to deliver the goods. Expect banging coffee and all-day brunch bites like brisket benny, homemade crumpets and buttermilk fried chicken burgers. Plus, with a playground right outside, this is the ideal spot to regroup with the kids.