Food

Just one year shy of its 100th birthday, the Denmark Hotel is in the best shape of its life. Standing on the corner directly opposite the Denmark River since 1926, it’s back open and pouring pints after a four-month-long transformation that’s got the approval of locals. 

American pizza party legends Chuck E. Cheese are finally headed to Australia - and in good news for Perth’s many pizza lovers (we see you, we love you) their very first store is headed to the west coast.

The food news has been coming in thick and fast in Melbourne, and to make sure that you're across Melbourne's food and bev movements, we've wrapped up everything that you need to know in a handful of digestible servings.

With beautiful old buildings, bucket loads of charm, a reputation for quality produce and some seriously chilled vibes, it's little wonder Fremantle is a Perth foodie mecca. From the new kids on the block to the ones that hold a special place in our heart, we’ve rounded up the best Fremantle restaurants you need to visit next time you're in the Port City.

With so much Perth food news going down it's easy to miss a thing or two, but luckily we've got you covered. Here's all the Perth food news you missed this week.

It’s another bustling weekend around town so get excited and take advantage of the fabulous events happening all over Perth.

There's a new side piece on the Swanbourne scene, and she's making a play for your coffee affections. From the team behind Daisies Cottesloe and The Other Side comes the cheekily named Side Piece Deli, a brand new stacked-sandwich-slinging delicatessen from some serious coffee connoisseurs.

Rotto's new family-friendly retreat, The Lodge Wadjemup, is now open on the island, where considered design and elevated hospitality take centre stage, and winter getaways are equally appealing as the warm weather ones. 

With so many bottomless sessions around, how do you pick? At Urban List, we want good drinks and plenty of them (no waiting around for my next pour, thanks), something great to nibble on and a killer atmosphere. 

Regardless of what you’re in the mood for, one of these places should have you sorted. It’s a tough list to narrow down, but here are the very best restaurants in Perth, in no particular order (because that would just create too many arguments).

The restaurant is bringing big, authentic Roman flavours to Perth’s northern suburbs, and they’ve got the heritage to back it up.

Is a city break in Melbourne calling your name? Whether it’s the arts and culture scene, the world-class dining or a sporting event that’s caught your interest, there’s plenty of reasons to head to the city—and we know just how to make the most of your time.

Finding authentic Italian requires due diligence. Lucky for you, we’ve done the legwork and sorted the stayers from the players. You can say grazie mille to us later. 

One of our favourite places for an afternoon of wining and dining is State Buildings. With a cluster of Perth’s premier restaurants and bars all sitting pretty in one building, you’re set up for an hourslong dining experience as you meander between venues.

There’s nothing like a long and luxurious lunch to make you feel like you’re living your best life. No other meal has quite the same feel to it; there’s something about lingering through the middle of the day, over a meal that’s usually pretty utilitarian, to give you a sense of time and life slowing down for a bit. While the Perth dining scene boasts a pretty laid-back vibe all round, there are some places more conducive of all-afternoon-lunch-affairs than others. So grab your friends, park up for a bite and wind up accidentally-on-purpose staying all day at one of these best spots for a long lunch in Perth!

It’s time to get down and dirty, because brat weekend is finally here. Okay, technically it's Laneway weekend, but really it’s Charli XCX’s world and we’re all just living it. We know Charli will be hungry for a feed after her set, so here’s all the brattiest food around Perth we’d recommend to her.

When it comes to cuisines, Mexican is most definitely a crowd pleaser. It’s no surprise really, given that it’s fast, fresh, and involves tequila. We can’t get enough of it (most likely, neither can you) so we’ve been busy hunting down the best Mexican restaurants in Perth—from casual family favourites to cool kid hangouts.

Bringing a bold new take on modern Mexican, the pop up bar is an electric pink paraiso of ostentatious decor and tequila-based cocktails. This is Mexicana glamour, a taqueria by way of the pastel pink lined street of Palm Strings and the glowing neon strips of Miami, a venue that invites you to sip on margaritas til the early hours.

Today there are of course many incarnations of pizza across the world, Perth included. We are lucky to be able to get a taste of Italy or New York, and even have our very own modern Australian spin on pizza too. But out of all the pizza places in Perth, there’s a few standouts that make for essential eating. Here are the best pizza places in Perth.

A little older, a little wiser, a little more worldly, Lil’s Rooftop Bar has landed on the west end of Murray Street.

An early look at Lupe’s Cerveceria, a discotheque-meets-taqueria ode to the faded cantinas of Guadalajara, Jalisco and Santiago de Tequila.

Some of Perth's top hospitality insiders share their predictions on the food trends that are set to land in Perth in 2025.

It's been a long, cold, winter, and not to mention a solid eight months or so since Melburnians were boozing around in some of Melbourne's best beer gardens. But like the sun will rise each morning, Melbourne's best beer gardens will be waiting for you as the warmer months return.

A stroll down Albany Highway in Victoria Park is like going into IKEA—dangerous but oh so good. Bursting with delish eats from all over the globe, it’s no secret that this ‘burb is an absolute foodie haven with endless cheap and cheery joints, top notch pubs and contemporary restaurants.

Christmas, while supposedly one of the most joyous times of year, can also be one of the most stressful. Sure, there’s tinsel and Mariah Carey and the freedom to watch Love Actually multiple times without judgement—but if you happen to be hosting the main event, your blood pressure is probably going through the roof. To save you the stress and kitchen responsibilities, we’ve rounded up a list of Perth’s restaurants and pubs open for Christmas Day in 2024 so you don’t have to.

Stuck in the Christmas Day food coma? How about washing it down with an ice-cold beer? Or pile on some more food to keep the Christmas spirit alive into the new year. Either way, we don’t want you sulking on Boxing Day, so get out, check out the lucrative shopping deals and keep celebrating with delicious drinks and eats. Here’s what’s open in Perth on Boxing Day 2024.

From snack-sized stocking fillers to show-stopping kitchen essentials, here's our list of gifts sure to please the discerning foodie in your life.

With so many tasty, tempting Christmas-coded food and drinks offerings across Perth throughout December, we’ve whipped up a dazzling degustation of all of the Chrissy specials available in the lead up to the 25th.

Robots delivering dishes, lab-grown meat and 3D-printed veggies—imaginations run wild when thinking about the future of food.

There's lots to love about Perth, but cheap eating is not really the first thing that comes to mind. These days a basic meal out with your mates can easily cost you upwards of $50 to $70 by the time you throw on a drink or two. The good news is, you don't need to stop eating out altogether to save some coin. We've compiled a hit list of top spots to suit even the tightest of budgets.

From Melbourne’s bustling cafes to Sydney’s vibrant brunch spots, all the way to Brisbane’s innovative morning eats and Perth’s beachside beauties, we’ve curated the ultimate guide to breakfast across Australia.

Spring is around the corner, which can only mean one thing: Father’s Day is approaching—fast. And while many of us would go to the ends of the earth and back for our dads, planning the perfect Father’s Day surprise is a surefire way to stump us. Racking your brains for the best way to show him how much he means to you? Don’t worry, we’ve got your back. 

We could rattle off hundreds of Perth’s best coffee spots, but to keep things simple we’ve sipped our way around the ‘burbs and had many office debates to bring you 50 of the best coffee places in Perth.

Here are the best markets in Perth.

What’s not to love about getting dolled up in a fancy outfit, eating tiny cakes and sandwiches, sipping tea and pretending for two hours that you’re actually really sophisticated. For some of us, high tea in Perth is the perfect opportunity to enjoy free-flowing drinks and finger-licking pastries all afternoon. For others, it’s a weekly occurrence to drink tea that’s unmissable. Either way, it’s an extremely popular way to bring people together.

If you want to “accidentally” brush your date's hands as you both reach for the frites, here are the most romantic restaurants in Perth for wining, dining and falling in luuuurve.

Perth CBD restaurants have been doing it tough the last few years, but with COVID in the rearview and people discovering the joys of actually getting dressed and going to the office again, things are looking up. 

From the picturesque vineyards the world over, to your wineglass; good wine has a way of transporting the drinker to the biodynamic fields of Margaret River, or the vineyards of provincial Europe. If you’re looking for a good place to share a drop with a friend, look no further than our inventory of Perth’s best wine bars.

There are plenty of options to pick from, but if you're not sure where to start we’ve got you covered. Here are all the best cafes in Cottesloe.

​They say good things come in small packages, and while we don’t mind a pizza as big as our head, when it comes to dumplings we reckon they’re right. There’s simply nothing better than ordering every single kind of dumpling on the menu (they’re small so you’re allowed to), filling your very own dipping saucer with all the soy, vinegar and chilli oil you can handle and eating dumplings until you cannot physically move anymore.

Here are all the best ways to treat your mum for Mother’s Day in Perth.

From refined casual dining spots that face the colourful street to the cheap and cheerful eateries that fill the area’s various lanes and arcades, the top-notch eats are plentiful in this neck of the woods

It seems fitting that one of Margeret River’s most prestigious wineries is home to arguably the south west's most beautiful cellar doors, not to mention a seriously stunning degustation. But what might surprise you is how down-to-earth and approachable the wine experiences are at Voyager Estate.

Perth’s has seriously leveled up in its all-you-can-eat game since its Sizzler days. While the cheesy, 90s buffet will always hold a special place in our hearts, we’ve all collectively moved on to bigger and better things. 

Is there anything that beats picking up a truckload of fried goodness from your favourite local fish and chip joint, heading to the beach and watching the sunset? Unless of course, you pair your feast with a nice cold beer. Now that's living.

We hear it time and time again, we’re blessed with the best beaches in the world, and there’s nothing we agree with more. With Summer just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to get out, soak up some rays and explore some epic coastal hangouts.

In the heart of Wilyabrup Valley, Hay Shed Hill is an absolute must-visit next time you’re down south. A seriously stunning winery which single-handedly proves that Margaret River is worthy of its reputation for pristine wine, incredible food and breathtaking landscapes, you’ll want to make a booking stat. 

Whether you eat them plain, loaded with fillings, or simply topped with a hefty schmeer of classic cream cheese, there’s something about this holey bread we can’t get enough of. And thankfully, Perth’s bagel game has come a long way in the last few years.

To all of you who kind of want to be more sustainable but kind of think it sounds too tricky, we hear you. We’ll admit that it can be tough to navigate what’s good and what’s bad in this crazy world of greenwashing and information overload, but it’s really not so hard to be the eco-warrior you always wanted to be.

Yes, you read that right. The Dumpling Queen of Perth, Miss Chow's, returns with another series of her famous boozy dumpling feasts. 

Whether you’re keen to fire up the stove or you just want to press a few buttons on the microwave you can save yourself a trip to the supermarket all thanks to these Perth legends who are delivering dinner to your door.

Brew lovers, listen up. We have some beer-y good news for you. Australia’s largest and longest running Oktoberfest event is making its spectacular return in 2023 and we could not be more ready.

One of the oldest and most widely consumed beverages in the world, our love affair with beer is all-enduring and ever-reinvigorated. WA in particular seems to nurture the relationship well, with a serious surge in the opening of new urban breweries in Perth over the last year. We thought it high time to take stock of all the places in our fair city crafting a good brew and offering a homely place to enjoy it. Whether it’s ocean, CBD or bush views you’re looking to enjoy your beer over, here are all of Perth’s best breweries.

Depending on your palate, no doubt developed from the usual suspects like IPAs, session ales, and pilsners, there are plenty of entry points to the Aussie wheat ale where you can start, and once you’re finished we’ve got no doubt that at least several will become your next go-to brew.

Ready to smash down some sweet doughies? We’ve rounded up 10 of Perth's best doughnuts.

Cocktail Porter has launched perhaps their most delicious cocktail kit yet: DIY Easter Cocktail Kits complete with chocolate Easter eggs to serve them in.

If you’re in the mood for one of the best continetal rolls in Perth, whether it’s a classic or served up with a twist, here’s where to start.

Found: A better way to meet your health and money goals. 

Margarita concoctions have entered a whole new ball game in Perth. There are more colours and flavours than we ever thought possible with sweet and spicy and influences coming from well beyond Mexico. 

Whether you're training for an important sporting event, a new parent juggling endless responsibilities, or a time-poor professional, this will help you start 2023 off strong. 

Where to head for a feast for the eyes as much as a sensation for the palate? Whether you want views to wow visiting friends or a beautiful spot for a romantic interlude, here are 14 of the prettiest cellar doors to visit. 

If you need something to look forward to this summer, Moonlight Cinema is back in town.

Not only are the Perth Hills home to some amazing cafes, restaurants and sights, they also offer up plenty of wine, cider and sparkling to cheers with your mates. The tough job will be finding a designated driver to get your up there.

Perth is absolutely turning it up for the Melbourne Cup this year, showing off all the frocked-up fanciness you can handle. With free-flowing champagne luncheons, pop-up bars and of course, the big race at Ascot Racecourse, you’re in for a fabulous day of fun and fashion, so be sure to dress to impress.

While technically unless you're already a few drinks deep, there's nothing stopping you from heading to the bottle shop to pick up a drop, sometimes you'd just prefer the drinks to come to you. 

The epic fitness-focused Aussie meal delivery service you need on your radar. 

Perth, go ahead and take a bao because you are truly killing it at Asian street eats. While we don’t like to play favourites with our food, the soft pillowy goodness of a bao bun—stuffed with crispy, crunchy fillings like fried chicken or soft shell crab—has got to be one of the best things we’ve ever eaten.

It's not as pricey as you'd think. 

It's been a while, but our favourite walking wine tour is finally back. That’s right, Neighbourhood Events Co is blessing us with the perfect balance of hitting your daily steps and getting gloriously tipsy while pretending to know about wine.

Let’s face it, there’s nothing more comforting than a big old traditional Sunday roast with all the trimmings in the heart of those frosty winter weekends. Whether you’re keen for a classic pub feed, or looking for a slightly more sophisticated take on the British staple, we’ve compiled seven of Perth’s best roasts perfect for any blustery afternoon

Here's how you can book Christina Laker, Wynona Davies, Sabina Newton, Sarah Clare, and Huda AlSultan as your own private chef for the night. 

Enter Gathar, the incredible Australia-wide private chef and catering platform guaranteed to up the ante on your DIY wedding feast. 

What better way to support small businesses than by knocking back a schooner at your local country pub? Better yet, order up a chicken schnitty with a side of golden thick-cut fries, and a salad you’ll never touch because the schnitty’s the size of your head. Sounds like living the sweet life?

To people who say they could give up bread, we say toasties. We say pulled pork toasties, mac 'n' cheese toasties and even plain old (but equally as delicious) ham and cheese toasties. There is no one who can truthfully say they don’t get excited by all that melty cheese and crispy bread. These bad boys are basically happiness in food form.

The legends over at North Street Store in Perth have done us a solid and shared one epic hot cross bun recipe with us.

An epic margarita festival is coming next month and we’re ready to let loose. Landing at Market Grounds on Sunday 6 March (ahead of the Labour Day public holiday), the Margarita Festival will come complete with pop-up tequila bars, roving mariachi bands, a frozen margarita caravan bar, taco stalls and more margs and tequila-infused slushies than you’ll ever be able to get through. 

Victoria Quay’s A Shed has been in need of a bit of makeover for a while now, so we were very pleased to hear that the one and only Gage Roads scored the 40-year lease on the site—converting the 100-metre-long cargo shed originally built in 1926 into a massive new microbrewery, restaurant and bar.

Fresh, tasty and bursting with flavour, we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to sushi in Perth.

In the not too distant past, the idea of a bottled cocktail would nary raise an eyebrow, though since the event of lockdowns and a few quick thinkers moving at pace, the previously overlooked booze category was given new life. 

Available from Tuesday to Saturday, Long Chim’s new $36 two-course Silom Lunch is an absolute steal.

The Urban Wine Walk is going down in Subiaco on Saturday 27 November and Saturday 4 December and will see Subiaco's best bars and restaurants turn into urban cellar doors for your self-guided walking tour.

The Shorehouse's incredibly talented pastry chef Ella Saleeba—who has been mentored by none other than David Coomer, so you know she's legit—is bringing back their annual five-course dessert degustation that will leave you dying to lick your plate clean.

The importance of a good dessert in rounding out a meal cannot be overstated.

The WA Goon & Nugz Festival is once again hitting Perth Mess Hall on Saturday 27 November and the ridiculously affordable early bird tickets are sure to sell out fast.

If, like us, you’re tightening your purse strings but still craving a fancy feast, let us draw your attention to one of Perth’s best value dining deals. We’re talking about Wildflower’s innovative new two-course dining experience, FLOW, which includes your choice of entree and main plus a few of Sartori’s special dishes for just $56 per person. The catch? You’ll just need to duck out at lunch to take advantage of it. 

It’s no secret that we love food. And wine. And holidays. When you put all this together, you get the Gourmet Escape. 

While the world has been a bit doom and gloom lately, we can't help but be excited by the new St Brigid bar in Doubleview, which officially threw its doors open a couple of weeks ago.

Cue the drools, the Belgian Beer Cafe is back with another seriously epic long table feast of piggy proportions. Kicking off on Thursday 22 July, Knuckle Down To Pig Out 2 will see the venue serve up plate after plate of porky goodness for a two-hour share style feast, backed up by two hours of bottomless beers and ciders.

In case you haven’t heard the news, No Mafia is celebrating one year in their new space at at 252 William Street in Northbridge, and to say thanks for all the love they’re giving one lucky Urban List reader a chance to win free pasta for themselves and a mate for an entire year. Yep, this is happening.

Dubbed the Winter Feast, this pop-up dining experience is going down on Saturday 7 August and will take you on a mind-blowing culinary journey.