With some of the best views in Perth/Boorloo, you can’t beat soaking in the city skyline while digging into some seriously good food in South Perth.
With everything from pub grub to fine dining, you’ll be left satisfied in this special little suburb. At Urban List, our food-obsessed editors have worked through each one to bring you the best South Perth restaurants to visit right now.
Ludo And The Station
1 Mends St, South Perth WA 6151
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When the crew from Nokturnl hospitality group (The Old Synagogue and The Beaufort) decide to revamp an old heritage building, you know you're in for a good time. Their trademark multi-level, multi-venue concept is a clear recipe for success, and the newest in South Perth is no exception. Set within an old police station, The Station has a huge gastropub at ground level slinging modern pub grub and good drinks and a decadent French basement restaurant, Ludo, where you can swank it up over lobster éclairs and caviar martinis.
Nextdoor
79 Angelo St, South Perth WA 6151
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An offshoot of the neighbouring family butchers located literally 'next door' (get it), this South Perth restaurant offers up a butcher-to-plate style menu, unlike anything you'll find in Perth. After a recent change of guard in the kitchen, they've moved away from the fine dining style menu they were known for and instead opted for a more neighbourhood friendly list of wow-worthy snacks and iconic comfort eats, backed by high quality steaks and next-level sides that'll go down oh so well for your next special occasion dinner. Hashbrowns topped with whipped cod roe? Hell yes.
Rambla on Swan
39/85 S Perth Esplanade, South Perth WA 6151
The Rambla on Swan is the place to go for a sugary cocktail and an epic grazing board, filled with either charcuterie meats and olives, fresh seafood, an assortment of cheeses or a veggie selection with dips and grilled bread. Grab a table on the deck, under one of the beachy white and blue striped umbrellas, and watch the sun reflect on the city skyline and dazzling river.
For something a bit more substantial, order from the selection of meat or seafood delights, such as the prawn and scallop spaghetti, crispy fish tacos, Margaret River wagyu rump or Italian sausage pizza. These guys had a makeover in 2020, so if you haven't popped by for a few years, it’s worth booking in to suss the new and improved space.
Miss Chow's
39 Mends St, South Perth WA 6151
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Billing themselves as a fresh perspective on modern Chinese, Miss Chow’s in South Perth is equal parts warm and friendly service, delicious food, punchy cocktails and a gorgeous airy and open interior. There’s a generous menu of pan-fried and Shanghainese dumplings (flavours include lamb with lemongrass, crispy salmon and chicken and mushroom), plus there are soups, noodle dishes and rice dishes, with many Chinese favourites making an appearance—sweet and sour pork, anyone?
Solo Pizza
5/135A Coode St, South Perth WA 6151
Even if you’re not a local, you’ll want to make this your new neighbourhood pizza joint. They serve up authentic Italian pizzas that would make your nonna proud. The dough is made fresh daily in-house, and their crust is on the thin, crispy side, so if that’s your jam swing by and try one of their 30 plus flavour combos. If you have any room left, make sure you dig into some of the classic Italian desserts on offer.
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The Windsor Hotel
112 Mill Point Rd, South Perth WA 6151
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An old favourite for many, you can’t go wrong with a feed at The Windsor. More than just pub grub, the restaurant tucked inside the hotel has got the goods to please everyone. From a massive roast dinner to pizzas, steak sangas and local crayfish. Wash it all down with craft beers made by Ogden’s Brewery, brewed and poured exclusively at The Windsor.
Ciao Italia
273 Mill Point Rd, South Perth WA 6151
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This Perth institution dishes up some of the best Italian in the whole city. Think woodfired pizza, delicious fresh pastas, chilli mussels and authentic chicken parmigiana—salivating yet? You’ll feel like you’ve been transported straight to Italy with red and white check tablecloths and great service. If you’ve never been, just go. Eat. Thank us later.
The Boatshed Restaurant
1L Coode St, South Perth WA 6151
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, this waterfront eatery has you covered at all hours of the day. From 8am to 11.30am dine on faves such as eggs benny, potato rosti and fluffy pancakes, or book in later for a gourmet lunch of beef tartare, slow-cooked pork belly or seafood linguine. A prime spot to watch the sunset, this is a good spot for date night.
Mister Walker
80 S Perth Esplanade, South Perth WA 6151
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You don’t need a special occasion to get stuck into fresh oysters and take in the incredible view of the Swan and city. Mister Walker serves up good grazing options, delish meals and drinks from brunch all the way through to dinner—we don’t blame you if you end up staying all day long. Come for brekkie to get the breakfast garlic flatbread with tomato, fetta, poached eggs and lentil dukkah, and dinner time for nibbles, fresh fish and perfectly cooked steak.
Coco’s Restaurant
85 S Perth Esplanade, South Perth WA 6151
With a prime spot on the banks of the river, a massive wine list and food options for seafood lovers and steak enthusiasts, it's hard to go wrong with booking a table at Coco's Restaurant. If you're not sure what to order, try one of the tasting plates, either loaded with southern-style meat or fresh local seafood and go for a classic cocktail—such as a whisky sour, Aperol spritz or negroni—or choose from their long list of liqueurs.
Akiras
Shop 4/298, Millpoint Road, 2 Meadowvale Ave, South Perth WA 6151
Akiras is loved by South Perth locals and it’s not hard to see why. This cosy neighbourhood gem slings out dishes packed full of flavour and for all you wine lovers, its BYO. Our top picks are the prawn and scallop ravioli - fresh pockets of pasta filled with delicious seafood and topped with a creamy, saffron sauce as well as the Moroccan chermoula chicken breast served with pearl couscous and a cucumber, mint dressing.
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