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When a former industrial chemist decides to apply their lab-like precision and natural curiosity to macaron baking it should come as no surprise that the outcome is nothing short of perfection.

White tablecloths, marble, jacketed wait staff and caviar bumps—Gibney is hands down the fanciest of all the venues under George Kailis' name. And honestly, it might just take the cake for 'most opulent dining destination' in all of Perth. 

Start locking in your chicken shop dates, 'cause the crew behind Northbridge icons The Bird and Ezra Pound have just unveiled their new direction for the former North Bird space on William St—a dedicated Nashville hot chicken joint called South Bird. 

Big call, but the roast chicken roll at Coffee Heads might just be our favourite thing to come out of 2023. The warm, succulent roast chicken, the herby remoulade, the slightly toasted potato bun—it's giving rooster roll nostalgia in the very best way and is the one thing we'll always make time for on a road trip down south.

One of the few silver linings to come out of COVID was when Will Meyrick—the chef-owner behind super popular Balinese establishments Sarong and Mama San (to name a couple)—decided to move his family here while Bali was in shutdown mode and open up his own Perth venue, Will St.

Guy Grossi's gift to Perth, Garum, is the large-scale Roman restaurant attached to the beautiful Westin Perth hotel on Hibernian Place.

Nestled on the corner of Woodside Street and Scarborough Beach Road, The Corner Dairy has nailed the casual coastal vibe with a standup selection of craft brews and wines, paired with local produce-driven plates courtesy of Chef James Cole Bowen (ex-Le Rebelle).

Just 25 minutes from Perth, Mandoon Estate has established itself as a must-visit Swan Valley destination for wining and dining. 

The charming Sayers cafe site in Leederville has gone through quite the transformation since Mirko Silvestri—the same Roman-born legend behind beloved Mount Hawthorn Italian joint, LupoLab—scooped up the spot last year.

There are few restaurants in Perth that feel as sultry as Yiamas.

There are plenty of awesome pizza restaurants in Perth, but this newbie from the same team who brought us Jetty Bar, Subi Continental, Ruin Bar and Pretty Good Pizza has quickly become our new fave.

Hailing from the east coast, the new Kickin Inn Perth restaurant offers up a southern style seafood boil dining experience with no cutlery or plates.

It’s time to line up a road trip, as the south west’s long-awaited Busselton Pavilion has just thrown open its doors. The brand, spanking new multi-use venue comes from hospo powerhouse, John Parker (The Royal Hotel, Fleur, Willi’s Wine Bar, The Standard and Dandelion) and includes a restaurant, pub, private dining rooms, wine shop and in-house distillery, with enough space for 500 guests inside the breezy heritage-style stunner.

Perth just scored a stunning self-serve acai bar to help you through the summer. Much like the wildly popular frozen yoghurt bar experience at Yo-Chi, Berry Bae will let you completely customise everything. Choose how much acai you want then go to town on the toppings, with everything from fresh fruit and granolas (including gluten-free options) to secret sauces, Nutella and next-level sweet treats. Once you’re done, simply weigh, pay and go. Berry Bae is open in Leederville now.

You'd think this Nedlands gem had been here for decades given how chummy customers are with the man behind the counter.

After two successful heritage transformations, Nokturnl—the hospo crew behind popular multi-venue precincts The Old Synagogue (Fremantle) and The Beaufort (Mount Lawley)—are set to do it all again; this time with a 1908 federation style Police Station on the corner of Labouchere Road and Mends Street in South Perth.

When Cottesloe fave, Canteen Pizza, closed up in March, we shed more than a few tears. Originally launched as a pop-up in 2017, the seaside pizzeria quickly became a staple thanks to its practically perfect woodfired pizzas, great drinks and cruisy atmosphere. Well, now, Canteen Pizza is finally back.

One of Sydney's most iconic steakhouses, 6HEAD, has finally made its way out west, with a super slick new restaurant now open at the base of the new Chevron Tower at One The Esplanade in Elizabeth Quay.

Looks like Northbridge isn’t the only one sporting a cool listening bar these days, thanks to the opening of Ode To Sirens—a new 70s-infused vinyl bar located in the front bar of the old P&H Hotel in the heart of Freo. 

Get excited, Perth. No longer enjoyed by east coasters alone, Gelato Messina is finally bringing its gelato joy out west, setting up a beautiful new shop at 497 Beaufort St in Highgate.

If you're looking for the crème de la crème of Perth restaurants, Wildflower is a good place to start.

Si Paradiso’s retro Italian vibes will have you feeling like vintage Amalfi has arrived in Perth. Think mosaic tiling and stained glass windows inside with vibrant beach umbrellas, abundant greenery and Italian disco tones outside. 

Located within the funky Rechabite building, Double Rainbow is a must-try for anyone with a love of modern Asian-inspired eats.

Glitzy, glamorous booze in the oh-so-luxe surrounds of Crown, La Vie Champagne Lounge is a no-brainer when you're looking for a pre-show cocktail or cheeky little champagne flight between friends.

Anyone who's wrapped their mouth around one of Yalla Bala's iconic shawarmas will tell you these iconic Middle Eastern eats are next-level good. Now, after selling out at pop-ups across Perth and sneaking their products into boutique grocery stores around town, we're finally getting a permanent spot from Benjamin Kotkis and the crew—and yes, we should all be very excited.

Laika Coffee in Lathlain is dishing up amazing brunches and even better coffee (they roast their own on site) alongside pilates classes and a basketball court to keep kids big and small entertained. 

After 14 years of pints, cocktails and lush courtyard parties, The Garden in Leederville has just had a major glow up in time for all your spring sips.  

Cecchi’s has recently packed up and moved down the road, with a bigger space that is even more beautiful than the last. We're still obsessed with their gorgeous Italian menu, with tasty antipasti like panzanelle (that's deep fried pizza dough for those playing at home), Le Delizia Latticini stracciatella with heirloom tomatoes and the most moreish prosciutto croquettes around.

Meet Bar Banter, a new Mediterranean-inspired beer and cocktail garden tucked down the laneway behind Mexican cantina La Condessa. 

Apple Daily first burst onto the scene 11 years ago, with its contemporary hawker style share plates catapulting Print Hall’s dining mecca to the top of everyone’s must-book list. 

Olive & July in Subiaco is your one-stop-shop for luscious lashes, perfect brows, glowing skin and more. You’ll feel instantly relaxed as you walk into this beautiful clinic with its soft furnishing, calming colours and Instagrammable decor. 

Celebrating its tenth birthday this year, this beachside wonder has gained legendary status in Perth for its incredible food and unbeatable views.

Perched across from the Swan River in East Fremantle, the iconic Tradewinds Hotel is definitely one of our favourite spots for a Freo stay. 

There’s something wonderful about stumbling upon a neighbourhood bar, and this one’s serving up charm in spades. Secret’s out—we’re a tiny bit in love with Bassendean's newest addition, Bertie.

Opening this Wednesday on William St in Northbridge, Edward & Ida's is the newest venture from the award-winning crew behind Foxtrot Unicorn and Nieuw Ruin.

One of the most popular restaurants in the Crown complex, Rockpool Bar & Grill has cemented itself as one of Perth's favourite special occasion restaurants for good reason. The sophisticated steakhouse boasts an award-winning cellar stocked with 1300+ Australian and international wines, and you really can't go past the in-house aged beef cooked on the open wood fire grill—perfect for matching to aforementioned wine. 

Like Depop in real life, Dee Black Boutique is an absolute treasure trove of pre-loved designer fashion and a must for anyone looking to shop more sustainably.

If you’re a Leederville local, you will probably recall the devastation felt the day we discovered the beloved Tom’s Cafe right in the heart of Oxford Street was closing down towards the start of the pandemic. But thankfully since closing the OG, the legends have come back with a new and improved Tom’s in Highgate.

An absolute jewel of King Street, Perth bar Varnish on King has successfully transplanted an American Whiskey bar into Perth’s CBD. And they've been doing a damn good job of it for a whole decade now.

Don't get us wrong, we love the heritage charm of Rotto's classic bungalows, but it's impossible to ignore the luxury of Samphire Rottnest, the first and only boutique accommodation on the island.

When your next burger craving rolls around, head to Varsity Burgers' newest opening in Whitfords Shopping Centre, Hillarys. This massive new American-style venue is the largest from the Perth burger legends, with enough space for a whopping 800 of you to settle in. 

Say hello to Bread Boy, the latest in Perth's growing gourmet sandwich scene. This one is all centred around Japanese sandos, with an all-Japanese kitchen behind these iconic bready boys.

Ola Aesthetics are absolute experts in their field when it comes to skin and all things cosmeceutical beauty. Using the latest treatments and technologies, the team of registered doctors and dermal therapists will be able to guide you through your skincare and beauty journey. In their chic and comfortable space, you’ll be able to sit back and relax knowing your skin is in the hands of some of the best. 

This incredible lake-side wellness retreat is inspired by its surrounding nature, delivering holistic treatments to indulge, restore and revitalise your mind and body. With six luxury treatment rooms, an infrared sauna, hydrotherapy baths and a yoga studio with a lakeside view, you’re guaranteed to be in for a treat. Our pick? How about a warm bamboo massage to knead away any sore spots? Back it up with a facial and we know you’ll be in heaven. 

Sitting pretty alongside the heritage buildings on Pakenham street, Republic of Fremantle is a modern distillery with moody interiors, delicious high-end nibbles and incredible drinks, which should be no surprise considering the effort that has gone into distilling the brand’s signature gin and vodka from grape to glass.

Don’t let the gold glitter bar fool you, The Flaming Galah is here and they are here to serve. Bringing the vibes back to Essex Street, Freo’s first queer bar is brought to you by long-time Freo hospo veterans, and damn does this wife and wife team knows how to make a venue sing, dance and everything in between. 

From humble beginnings in the Freo Markets, this long-standing Freo fave is now a permanent fixture in the newly developed FOMO Fremantle. For those in the know, Suku has been serving up the authentic flavours of Indonesia since 2019, so when the opportunity for bricks and mortar store was on the table, this twosome originally from Indonesia jumped at the chance. 

Freo’s West End now comes with a bit of extra spice, with the welcome addition of Frida Mexicana restaurant on Market Street. Brought to you from the brains behind the already super popular sister venue Sana and situated in the former Sandrinos site, Frida Mexican promises a fresh take on authentic Mexican cuisine right in the heart of Freo. 

A new gourmet soup bar has just opened up in Myaree to help you through the colder months.

Located on Cambridge St in West Leederville, Butters is already a local fave for its great coffee, top notch brekkies and unbeatable courtyard vibes. But the legends decided it was time to switch things up a bit by giving locals a new spot for an arvo wine or three.

Next time you want to buy gorgeous flowers for a friend without taking out a second mortgage, look no further than stylish Perth flower delivery service, The Little Posy Co. Each week day, owner Helen handpicks the best flowers in Perth to make a unique posy. You can then check Instagram, Facebook or The Little Posy Co website around 9am to see what is on offer and get your order in by noon. The best bit? Bunches start from as little as $42 delivered, and you can now get them to over 200 suburbs across Perth.

Located directly across from Hyde Park on William St in Highgate, Chu Bakery is the ideal spot to pick up a little baked treatie and coffee before strolling down to enjoy it picnic style.

Ocean Cosmetics in Cottesloe is the brainchild of doctors Gina Messiha and Jessica Wang and the second Ocean Cosmetics clinic in Perth. The pair are at the forefront of aesthetic medicine techniques and technology and you can expect the very best when you trust your skin with them.

From the same legends behind Gangemi's in West Perth, the newly opened Boobook Bottles And Bar is the perfect spot for a cosy post-work drink.

Boasting a stunning new space in Bicton, Renee Yates Hair is the salon you’ve been dreaming of. Specialising in Great Length hair extensions and total transformation colours and styles, Renee and her team can help you achieve the hair you’ve been dreaming of. With personalised attention and a customised plan for each client, you’ll walk out of the salon feeling like the Queen you were born to be. 

Is there anything better in life than a good sando? Perhaps pairing it with the coolest lo-fi vibes and fine-dining skills. For this, we say thank you, Peggy's. The sausage and egg muffin is something like no other and while there’s options like eggplant parms and Italian subs, we’re still a little obsessed with the chicken schnitty. Sunday sorted.

One of Perth’s premier athleisure stores, Motion is the place to be if you’ve been lusting after a new pair of kicks or are desperate to get your hands on another pair of yoga tights. Stocking brands including New Balance, On, Hoka, Veja, Beyond Yoga and Vang Athletics, you can’t help but spend your hard-earned cash here.

North Fremantle has just scored a cracking new neighbourhood bar from co-owners Greg Leaver (Strange Company, Ronnie Nights), Alex Brinis (MRKT Space) and Matt Power (MRKT Space) that's sure to be your new summer fave.

This new retro-style chicken shop from the founder of Short Order is serving up the juiciest hot chicken tenders, beautiful burgs and a covetable chicken skin sandwich that is so time intensive to make, there's only a few available each day (but boy is it brilliant). 

This WA-themed bar is the perfect place to stop for a drink after work. They’ve got a ridiculous amount of tap beer, which rotates regularly, and a real focus on local brews and top notch cocktails.