Perth’s dining scene has leaped miles forward over the past couple of years and has grown to see hundreds of cafes, bars, and restaurants shooting into the city. With these new foodie hubs emerging, comes new opportunities to tantalize your tastebuds.
So, allow us to keep you up to date on the newest foodie destinations in town; from Clarences Company Store hitting it off with their Creole twist to The Bistrot offering European excursions for the palate, we’ve got it all covered.
Mother Freo | 181A High St Fremantle, WA, Australia 6160
Formerly known as the Raw Kitchen, Mother Freo is a must-visit destination if you are meticulous with what you eat and are craving some delicious, nourishing, and plant-based cuisine. Using real, natural, and nutrient-rich ingredients, Mother Freo guarantees flavor-packed dishes that are free from refined, processed, and anything artificial. The food in this brand new Food and Wine Restaurant is perfect for Vegans looking for Mediterranean-inspired pasta, share plates, and natural wines.
Local & Aesthetic | 769 Beaufort St, Mt. Lawley WA 6050
Local & Aesthetic is a fresh breather of a cafe and eatery blending the hue of WA wares, arts, and crafts to local coffee and bites. Celebrating the culture of the region, Local & Aesthetic also champions a showcase of simple, delicious, and local fare.
Their classic breakfast and lunch options range from Brioche French toast, Numbat, Lemon Myrtle bircher, and the Hot Flaked Smoked Salmon fillet. From the fridge, you can also enjoy sparkly Lentine, Kole Beer, and Dr. Good Times Kombucha.
Clarences Company Store | Mt. Lawley, WA
Another brand new Mt. Lawley addition – you’ll find this small bar with a fairy-lit open-air garden; One of Perth’s original small bars, Clarences has been an icon of French Quarter flavor and New Orleans rhythm and jazz.
Bringing to you American-style cooking while also showcasing Australian produce alongside Creoleam flavors, you’ll surely want to come back for more. Behind the bar, Phil Weber stirs up local and international craft beers and spirits to match Clarences Conti Roll, Parfait, or its Sirloin on the bone Dandaragan beef dry.
North Bird Restaurant, Wine Store and Bar | 175 – 177 William Street Perth, WA, Australia 6003
Next to The Bird on William St lies a casual wine bar and bottle shop serving the newest wines from and to the locale. Adjoined with a dining room in green, North Bird Restaurant, Wine Store and Bar is serving up European flavors with massive Spanish and Italian influence. These are also mixed with native Australian ingredients to appeal more to your Aussie taste.
Experience the amazing fusion from their seasonal small plates Tuesday to Saturday with Declan Rhodes in the kitchen whipping house-made focaccia, charcuterie plate, and mussels with kohlrabi and dill.
Dilly Dally Subiaco | 87 Rokeby Road Subiaco Perth, WA, Australia 6008
Dilly Dally will have you linger longer with its Italian-inspired menu, focusing on everybody’s favorite: pizza! Aside from this, Dilly Dally also serves both small and large share plates topped with nibbly and sweet bites.
Salumi selection, cheese, house pickles, and crostini will be perfect to start and finish off with chocolate mousse or yogurt sorbet. For bigger bites, poached ocean trout, grapefruit, and squid ink are the best-sellers with grilled prawns, kipfler, peppers, and shallots.
The Bistrot Cafe Freo | Shop 5/134 Parkway Road Perth, WA, Australia 6163
Right in the heart of Fremantle, is a local hub serving love with its breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu. Whether you’re after a coffee, tea, milkshakes, fresh juices, or alcoholic sips – The Bistrot Cafe Freo shares a taste of Europe added to a Modern Australian and European Gourmet.
If you’re searching for brekky on the go, you’ll be guaranteed only excellent and fresh produce from the cabinet. Their Crispy Potato Salad, Scotch Fillet, and Homemade Hummus are must-try dishes, so make sure you order at least one (or all) of these on your visit to one of Freo’s newest dining destinations!
