Food and Drink

We love a fancy wine list as much as the next person, but you know what we’re loving more at the moment? Saving our hard-earned cash (special thanks to the cozzie livs). Going out can be a major indulgence these days—and we obvi love getting out and about—but sometimes we need to put our budgeting hats on.

When the temperature peaks, you know the acai cravings are going to kick in. Insta-worthy, antioxidant packed goodness loaded with all sorts of fresh fruits and tasty treats—there’s a reason acai bowls are one of our favourite summer brekkies. 

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.

We know we’re biased, and not at all humble, but we can’t help reminding you that we live in the greatest city on earth. 

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).

There’s no denying it. Us Perth peeps are a little too obsessed with heading out for a lazy brekky, brunch or lunch. Great coffee and food set to make your mouth water paired with some oh-so relaxed vibes are something we’re constantly on the lookout for. Deciding where to go can be a real chore, so we’ve done the hard yards and narrowed it down to 50 of the best cafes in Perth. 

Looking to impress on your next date night? We’ve got you. Whether it’s a first time fling or an evening with a long-time lover, Perth is brimming with intimately chic bars to set the mood. From cosy cocktail haunts to leveled-up wine bars, we’ve rounded up the best date night bars in Perth that are sure to spark great conversation and quite possibly, a little romance. 

Perth is home to some pretty great sports bars, ranging from classic TAB types to more upmarket pubs and bars with seriously massive screens dedicated to, not just Aussie rules (although, that's hands down our most popular code here), but all sorts of live sports.

Experience the ultimate 24-hour staycation in Perth at The Westin. 

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!

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. 

From illustrious establishments tucked away in leafy suburban streets, to bright and colourful modern dining in some of Perth’s hottest night-time haunts, there is no shortage of French food for us Perthlings. Forget the expensive trips to Europe and failed attempts at making creme brulee, here are all the best French restaurants in Perth.

Forget dinner and a show, there’s something even more special about food with a view. Looking out onto the sparkling Swan River, watching the sun set over the Indian Ocean or marvelling at the city skyline, Perth’s many sights for sore eyes are made even better when accompanied with delectable dishes and a tipple or two. Scroll down for Perth’s best restaurants with a view.

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.

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. 

To celebrate the golden age of sandwiches in Perth, we made it our mission to find the very best in the west, and boy oh boy, are we blessed with some bangers. Fluffy Italian focaccias piled high with sliced meats, saucy meatball subs, chewy bagels loaded to the max—here’s a taste of the very best sandwiches in Perth, handpicked by Urban List.

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.

While much of Perth CBD's cafe scene prioritise good coffee and takeaway lunch bites for our hungry office-goers, there's a string of standout cafes screaming for a beautiful sit-down breakfast.

Perth is a city full of dog lovers and coffee addicts, so it’s no wonder that plenty of our fave cafes don’t mind if you bring your four legged friend along. We’ve found some of our favourite places who will give your pooch some love, throw in a doggy treat and maybe even make them famous on Instagram.

You’ve had a huge week, and you’re ready to let your hair down with pals, but you need to find somewhere that the whole gang (old and young) can join in the fun? We’ve got you. We’ve rounded up some of the coolest playgrounds, sandpits and kid’s menus around town to make sure everyone is left smiling and having a ball.

Indulgent seafood platters, freshly-shucked oysters, delicate sashimi plates, messy seafood boils and more, we’ve been fishing around and have hand-caught the very best seafood restaurants that the west has to offer.

Narrowing down the haunts that are serving some of the best breakfasts in Perth/Boorloo hasn’t been an easy task, yet here they are—a swag of Perth cafes you should have been to by now.

Once one of Perth's hottest sports to go for a (really) big night out, then the epicentre of footy every weekend, Subiaco's definitely seen plenty of change over the last few years. But if there's one thing you can count on in this bustling little inner-city hub, it's the incredible calibre of restaurants and bars on offer. 

Hot cross bun season is well and truly here, and we couldn’t be more ecstatic. As the cooler weather sets in, nothing brings us more joy than biting into a warm, toasted bun smothered to the max with butter. Whether you prefer juicy fruit, decadent chocolate, or something even more exotic, we've done the hard work for you and found the best buns in the West.

While a trip to the Swan Valley can often mean battling the boozed-up party busses, don't let that scare you off. There are some seriously exceptional dining experiences to be had!

No matter the cuisine, Northbridge has you covered, which is why we count ourselves very lucky that we get to enjoy one of Perth’s densest food ‘burbs. With almost every Asian flavour under the sun, pasta joints, Middle Eastern goodies and a whole lot of fried goodness, you could happily spend all of your days in this busy side of town.

Whether you’re settling in for a beachside weekend escape, or just stopping past on your way further down south, we know that no road trip is complete without the mandatory stop off, so we’ve put together a list of just some of the tastiest places around to feed those hungry bellies.