You're probably well aware that the Swan Valley is big on wineries and breweries, but did you know the Valley kills the breakfast game too? Yep, only a 30 minute drive from the city, this delicious pocket of Perth has a lot to offer in the am, including some of the best pancakes, avo smashes and lattes in the west.
At Urban List, we've spent many a morning eating through all the Valley has to offer to bring you the best recs. So before you get on the booze, fuel your day at one of the best breakfast spots in the Swan Valley.
Slate Café
Bennett Springs
Cappuccinos, babycinos and puppuccinos, Slate Café does it all. Perched on the fringe of the Swan Valley, the extensive menu features a mix of Vietnamese dishes and classic brunch favourites, while the huge outdoor area comprises a grass picnic, playground and enclosed dog agility course. Pet-friendly and kid-friendly, there’s plenty for the whole family to see, eat and do at this Bennett Springs local.
Taylors In The Valley
Middle Swan
We couldn’t write a list of Swan Valley’s best breaky spots without mentioning Taylors In The Valley. Somewhat of an institution in the area, this family-run cafe and art gallery is a long-standing favourite amongst locals and visitors alike. Each dish is as Instagram-worthy as the last but don't be fooled, these plates offer more than just a pretty face. Almost everything is free range, local and organic, with plenty of vegan, gluten and dairy free options available and a big focus on sustainability. Take a seat in the shaded garden and dig into the indulgent white chocolate and pistachio brioche french toast.
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Mrs Rabbit Tearooms
Henley Brook
Mrs Rabbit Tearooms is as special and sweet as the name suggests. Wholly embracing ‘grandma chic’, these timeless tea rooms are a must visit in the Swan Valley. Expect fresh, fluffy, homemade scones with lashings of cream, berry jam or lemon curd; sandwiches and toasties for something a little more substantial; and pot after pot of every type of tea imaginable served in floral fine china. Little fingers up.
Padbury’s Cafe
Guildford
If you follow any of Perth’s food bloggers on Instagram or TikTok, you’ve likely come across Padbury Cafe’s famous Meringue Munro pancakes: a towering stack of impossibly thick and fluffy pancakes topped with a mountain of meringue, crispy honeycomb and lashings of lemon curd. We can confirm they taste as good as they look, if not better. One of Perth’s must-try dishes, these beauties are worth the trip to the Swan Valley alone.
Image credit: The Swan Valley via Padbury's Cafe on Instagram
Oakover Grounds
Middle Swan
For a yummy brekky in a tranquil setting, it’s hard to go past Oakover Grounds. Open from 9 am Monday to Friday and 8 am on weekends, the dishes are relatively simple but super tasty, think hotcakes and breakfast burgers plus a few interesting interpretations of classics like the spicy prawn omelette. The coffee is some of the best in the area—when Fiori Coffee roasts their beans on the same grounds, you know you’re going to get a good cup of Joe. After breaky, take one of the complimentary paddle boats out of the water, or stick around for a wine from the Oakover winery.
Lavender Bistro
West Swan
Lavender has that certain je ne sais quoi. Some people can’t get enough of it or while others can’t stand the smell. If you fall into the latter, you might want to skip this one. Offering French flair and lavender everything in the Swan Valley, Lavender Bistro is a love letter to the strong-scented flower. Beyond the lavender-hued interiors and lavender-infused ice cream, these guys make a great cup of coffee, with plenty of sweet and savoury dishes on the menu that aren’t purple. Bon appetit!
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Homestead Brewery
Caversham
You know you’re going to have a great day if it starts with breakfast in a brewery. Located on the same sprawling site as Mandoon Estate winery, Homestead Brewery doubles as a casual cafe within the modern vineyard. The concise menu offers elevated breaky classics (homemade cereal, avocado and toast) plus some fun additions for the daring (breakfast pretzel, steel cut griddle cakes, roasted chicken and mushrooms on toast). When the sun is shining, borrow a picnic rug and graze on the grass in front of the vineyard.
Maison Saint-Honoré
Caversham
Another taste of France in the Swan Valley, the sweet breakfast treats at Maison Saint-Honoré are guaranteed to put you in a good mood all day. In addition to its famous handmade macarons, the menu includes a selection of crepes, cakes and dishes where croissants are the star of the show. If you’re more Team Savoury when it comes to breakfast, fear not—there’s delicious salty staples like smashed avo and croque monsieur/madame on offer, too.
Image credit: Maison Saint-Honoré
The Naked Fox
Henley Brook
For the early birds, there’s the Naked Fox. Open from 6:30 am Monday to Thursday and just a little later on weekends, this European-style cafe and wine bar has some of the best vineyard views in the Valley, with plenty of grass out the front for the kids or pooches to run a muck. The service is fast and friendly, the coffee is strong and the vibes are immaculate. Go for the breaky burger or one of the oozing toasties.
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Main image credit: Slate Cafe