Who can blame us for this enduring love affair with Italian restaurants? These true maestros have deliciousness down to a fine art. And throughout winter those cravings only deepen, especially with every man and his dog posting about all their Euro summer adventures.
Lucky for you, at Urban List, we’ve done the legwork and sorted the stayers from the players. You can say grazie mille to us later. Unbuckle your belt, these are the very best Italian restaurants in Perth.
The Best Italian Restaurants In Perth At A Glance
- Best Overall: Lulu La Delizia
- Best Italian Restaurant In Perth's CBD: Post
- Best Italian Restaurant In Fremantle: Vin Populi
- Best Old-School Italian Restaurant: Capri
- Best Italian Restaurant For Dates: Mummucc
The Full List Of Perth's Best Italian Restaurants
Vin Populi
11 High St, Fremantle WA 6160
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Brought to us by the same legends behind No Mafia, Vin Populi (Italian for 'wine for the people') is a light n' breezy wine bar slash restaurant that oozes Euro ambience.
Serving up antipasti, fresh made pasta and beautiful local meats alongside a cracking 160-bottle Italian-Australian wine list and sexy Italian cocktails, it's impossible not to fall head over toes for this gem.
INSIDER INTEL
- Expect to pay $5-$19 for antipasti, $28-$78 on mains and $9-$12 for sides
- The gluten-free pasta is superb
- Vin Populi's Front Of House star, Sil, suggests, “starting off with Ciabatta (made by Bread in Common), with the fabulous whipped tomato butter and grilled, marinated Zucchini and some thinly sliced Lonza (cured pork loin); followed by either a nice plate of Linguine alle Vongole or Saffron Tagliatelle with braised Ossobuco. Of course how could you resist the delicious fluffy donuts with Italian custard and chocolate sauce to finish off your meal? I surely can’t.”
Lulu La Delizia
5/97 Rokeby Rd, Subiaco WA 6008
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Led by Head Chef Joel Valvasori, Lulu La Delizia has earned its accolades as one of the best in the game, not only in Perth, but nationally. Trust us when we say, this is a very good place to start if you’re looking for the best pasta in Perth.
INSIDER INTEL
- Expect to pay $18-$29 for smalls, $38-$50 for pasta and mains and $12-$19 for sweets
- If you like surprises, go the signature $89pp six-course shared banquet
- Perfect for date nights
Post
1 Cathedral Ave, Perth WA 6000
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Nestled in the foodie mecca that is The State Buildings, Perth restaurant Post has made a name for itself as one of the best Italian restaurants in Perth.
Expect full-flavoured, modern Italian dishes guided by the season’s best Western Australian produce, beautifully served up in the most stylish surrounds. Make sure you leave room for dessert too because the tiramisu is next level.
INSIDER INTEL
- Expect to pay $5-$24 on spuntini, $22-$29 on antipasti, $37-$44 on pasta and $42-$69 on mains or $89pp for the set menu
- Chef Kim Brennan suggests the Tuna Bruschetta, featuring fresh tuna from Fremantle, confited to perfection and delicately whipped with olive oil, lemon and seasoning, served atop grilled bread and adorned with tangy pickled shallots, capers and fragrant lemon zest, drizzled with a finishing touch of olive oil. “While simple in preparation, its flavours are simply delightful! Pair it with a crisp white wine for a perfect combination.”
- Perfect for special occasions
Si Paradiso
1/446 Beaufort St, Highgate WA 6003
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Si Paradiso’s retro Italian vibes will have you feeling like vintage Amalfi has arrived in Perth and offers two ways to dine depending on your mood.
Keep things laidback with a couple of woodfired pizzas and a bottle of chilled red with the DJs in the amphitheatre or take a seat in the moody dining room and get stuck into tuna crudo, crab crespelle and one of the most divine bowls of gnocchi in Perth.
Insider Intel
- Expect to pay $5–$11 for snacks, $12–$32 for small plates, $30–$58 for large plates, $21–$28 for pizza, $12–$13 for sides and $15 for dessert
- The Paradiso Bread with cacio butter and charred eggplant dip is a must
- Perfect for a birthday dinner
La Madonna Nera
1/155 Scarborough Beach Rd, Mount Hawthorn WA 6016
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Mount Hawthorn's La Madonna Nera is not only dishing out some of the finest Italian food in Perth but it’s home to one of the best-curated wine lists we’ve seen in a hot minute.
The menu changes with the season, so you might shed a few tears here and there when your fave leaves the list but there’s always something fresh and exciting to make up for it.
INSIDER INTEL
- Expect to pay $4–$16 on snacks, $16–$18 on small shares and $30–$42 on pasta or mains
- On Wednesdays they do a great value $30 pasta and wine deal
- Perfect for mid-week dinner dates
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Testun Bar
12/760 Beaufort St, Mount Lawley WA 6050
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Testun Bar is the playful neo-Italo bar from the same family behind Three Coins & Sons. With the younger family members leading the charge here, it’s giving 'when mum and dad are away, the kids will play' energy, with rule-breaking dishes as bold as the neon green-tinged interiors.
Despite the wild flavour combos and maximalist decor, the loud, welcoming vibe and quality cooking gives it an authentic Italian feel that nonna might just approve of.
Insider Intel
- Expect to pay $10–$28 on snacks, $25–$28 on small shares, $34–$45 on large shares and $12–$16 on sides
- The mushroom pasta—a bucatini with porcini and shitake mushroom ragu infused with native lemon myrtle—is a must
- Perfect for a rowdy feed with your mates
Cecchi’s
1000 Beaufort St, Bedford WA 6052
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Cecchi’s packed up and moved down the road in 2023, with a bigger space even more beautiful than the last. We're still just as obsessed with their gorgeous Italian menu which features 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.
Insider Intel
- Expect to pay $9–$25 for antipasti, $12–$14 on sides, $32–$36 on primi (pasta and risotto), $42–$48 on secondi (mains) and $22–$31 on pizza
- Head in on Wednesday for $23 chilli mussels or $15–$18 pizzas
- Perfect for a family feed
Dilly Dally And Bar Loiter
20 Rowland St, Subiaco WA 6008
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We sure lucked out with this delightful two-for-one deal in Subiaco. The venue is split in two, with the full Italian restaurant, Dilly Dally, out front and an aesthetic Italian bar, Bar Loiter, out back clinging apertifs til late.
Insider Intel
- Expect to pay $6–$32 for small plates, $36–$120 for big plates, $24–$29 for pizza, $12–$14 for sides and $16–32 on dessert
- The gorgeous long table here is ideal for large group gatherings
- Bar Loiter does a great bottomless session every other Saturday, with two hours of free-flowing food AND drinks for $95pp
Capri
21 South Terrace, Fremantle WA 6160
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Anywhere that serves free soup with a main meal gets two ticks from us. Capri has been thriving since the 50s, providing the people of Fremantle with honest, hearty Italian meals and quality service. We highly recommend the minestrone soup, and don’t be afraid to pack on the parmesan.
Insider Intel
- Expect to pay $7.50–$20 for primi piatti, $22–$35 for pasta, $28–$35 for seafood mains, $29–$44 for meat mains, $3.50–$10 for sides
- The spaghetti marinara is a standout
- Kids 12 and under can pick from a $12 meal including a soup, main and ice cream
Threecoins & Sons
2/776 Beaufort St, Mount Lawley WA 6050
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Inglewood’s well-loved family Italian spot, Threecoins, closed up for a little refresh in 2023, and is back better than ever. It’s still sporting the classic red and white tablecloths and serving traditional Italian eats in a casual, family-style setting that is always bustling. Don't worry, the iconic baked rigatoni still holds a spot on a menu, alongside a whole host of banging new pinsas and seasonal dishes that you need to try.
Insider Intel
- Expect to pay $8–$26 for antipasti, $22–$28 for pinsa, $29–$36 for pasta and $36+ for mains
- The baked rigatoni changes with the season but is always incredible
- A great spot for families
Francoforte Spaghetti Bar
4/189 William St, Northbridge WA 6003
Image credit: Francoforte Spaghetti Bar | Nancy Hanna
A neat little joint tucked away in Williams Lane, Francoforte Spaghetti Bar is experimental, unpretentious and too damn tasty to ignore. Their popularity has seen them expand into the arcade and they’ve even submitted to demands for gluten-free ‘spaghetti no regretti’. Bring your own chianti and go all Lady and the Tramp over a kangaroo bolognese or pasta broccoli.
Insider Intel
- Expect to pay $4–$16 for starters, $23–$33 for spaghetti and $12–$13 for dessert
- They do an awesome $45pp feed me for bookings of eight or more, and you can BYO wine too for an extra $5pp
- Perfect for an affordable group dinner
Ischia
500 Beaufort St, Highgate WA 6003
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Located on the bustling Beaufort Street strip in Highgate, Ischia has impressed us from day dot with its no-fuss vibes and carbolicious eats. They've got plenty of cheesy delights like fondue, croquettes and burrata salad, as well as quality classics like chilli mussels, gnocchi and pappardelle ragu, but honestly, we can't go past their burrata pizza.
Insider Intel
- Expect to pay $8–$43 for starters, $9–$23 for salads and sides, $15 for kids meals, $$25–$35 for pasta, $30–$36 for mains, $22–$33 for pizzas and $6–$24 for dessert
- Our Editor reckons Ischia’s homemade lasagne is one of the best in Perth
- You can also order pizza by the metre and combine two to six toppings and keep the whole table happy
Mummucc
46/56 Grantham St, Wembley WA 6014
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If you're on the hunt for a sexy Italio wine bar, look no further than Mummucc (pronounced ma-mooch) in Wembley. The menu is short and sweet, with super friendly staff on hand to guide you towards your next plate and pour. The pastas are next level but we’re also pretty big on just taking a seat at the bar, ordering whatever antipasti they’ve got going and working through the wine list.
Insider Intel
- Expect to pay $4–$16 for small bites from the deli, $10–$30 for share plates, $26–$30 for pasta and $5–$15 for dessert
- Be patient, this spot is walk-in only and it's generally quite busy, but oh so worth it
- Perfect for date nights
No Mafia
252 William St, Northbridge WA 6003
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Perth wine bar No Mafia takes inspiration from the recipes of Southern Italy—offering a simple but delicious lineup bolstered by an impressive wine list and Italian cocktail menu. We can’t go past the house pickled octopus and the rich and silky duck pappardelle, but it’s all pretty darn delish.
Insider intel
- Expect to pay $5–$24 for antipasti, $26–34 for pasta and $12–$13 on sides
- No Mafia's Front Of House legend, Alice, says, “our signature dish, the Duck Pappardelle, isn't just pasta; it's a taste of Italy in every bite. Picture tender shreds of succulent duck mixed in perfectly cooked pappardelle, swimming in a rich, velvety sauce that'll have you saying 'Buonissimo!' Pair it with a bold red wine, and you've got yourself a party on a plate!"
- If there’s just two of you we suggest opting for a balcony seat so you can look out onto the street—what could be more European?
La Sosta
1/85 Market St, Fremantle WA 6160
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Tucked upstairs away from the streetside action on Market Street in Freo, La Sosta is one of those places that if you don't know about it, you could miss it. But boy what a tragedy that would be. With the silkiest handmade pasta and super fresh seafood, this spot boasts one of the finest Italian menus south of the river, not to mention absolutely stunning interiors and authentic Italian service.
Insider Intel
- Expect to pay $21 for salumi, $15–$23 for antipasti, $16–$18 for sides, $28 for entree size or $38 for main size pasta, $45–$50 for mains and $12–$17 for dessert
- These guys also run private cooking classes for groups of 10 or more
- Ask for a table on the balcony for al fresco vibes
Birraz Ristobar
406 Oxford St, Mount Hawthorn WA 6016
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First-class Italian tapas, handmade pastas, friendly vibes and killer drinks—Birraz has to be one of the best neighbourhood Italian joints around. If you still struggle to decide, go with Egidio’s special selection. Starting at $59 per person for the meat option or $69 for seafood), you’ll get all the best stuff delivered straight to your table without the fuss of narrowing down options.
Insider Intel
- Expect to pay $15–$29 for starters, $32–$38 for pasta, $42–$149 for big plates, $10–$26 for sides and $16–$22 for kids meals
- The pastas are the highlight for us
- Perfect for comfort feeds
Garum
480 Hay St, Perth WA 6000
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Brought to us by Melbourne restauranteur and legendary chef Guy Grossi, Garum is a large-scale, rustic Roman restaurant championing the quality local produce that originally enticed Grossi over to WA in the first place. The menu is inspired by Roman food and dining culture and backed by dramatic heritage interiors.
Insider Intel
- Expect to pay $5.50–$38 for starters, $28–$44 for pastas, $48–$59n for mains and $10–$12 for sides
- The scallops with herb and almond crust are always welcome on our table
- They also do a lovely aperitivo hour 4.30pm–6pm Monday to Saturday where you can enjoy $14 spritzes and some nibbles out in the lush little alfresco area
Spritz Spizzicheria
148 Scarborough Beach Rd, Mount Hawthorn WA 6016
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As soon as you see the layers of thinly sliced prosciutto draped over tiny clotheslines on everyone’s tables, you’ll understand that dining at Spritz Spizzechiaria is pure fun. Their menu treads gently on your wallet too, leaving you with more dollars for an Aperol Spritz. The catch? It’s walk-in only and the Mount Hawthorn locals keep their favourite joint tightly packed so get down early.
Insider Intel
- Expect to pay $10–$26 for pizza, $12–$21 for pasta and soup, $22–$28 for mains
- We’re obsessed with the chicken parmigiana with spaghetti napolitana
- Perfect any night of the week
Santini Bar & Grill
Level 1/133 Murray St, Perth WA 6000
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Santini Bar and Grill is dishing up a mix of elevated Italian cuisine with local West Australian produce all from an open kitchen so you can sit back and watch it all unfold. From handmade linguine with Blue Swimmer crab to the most beautiful tableside tiramisu, Santini offers Italian with a flair for the theatrics.
Insider Intel
- Expect to pay $12–$72 for antipasto, $24 for salad, $34-$42 for pasta, $49–$145 for mains, $32–$38 for pizza and $19–$22 for dessert
- The squid ink risotto is Santini’s deserving signature dish, and we love that they dish it up tableside too
- Home to one of the most beautiful dining rooms in Perth
Acqua E Sale
391 Fitzgerald St, North Perth WA 6006
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If you’re a fan of the Italian classics, let us introduce you to Acqua E Sale in North Perth. Here you’ll find nothing short of the most delicious interpretations of Italian staples, like panzanella with burrata, warm rosemary focaccia and fresh handmade pasta.
Insider Intel
- Expect to pay $9–$49 on shares, $31–$35 on pasta and risotto, $18–$33 on pizza and $9–$18 on dessert
- We can’t choose favourites between the Linguine Vongole E Bottarga and the Gnocchetti Sardi Alla Campidanese, so we suggest ordering both
- Plenty of vegetarian options
Monsterella
46 Grantham St, Wembley WA 6014
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One visit to this family-owned and run neighbourhood joint and you’ll be wishing Monsterella was your local. Casual, BYO and serving up saucy pizzas and arguably Perth's best carbonara, Monsterella is your absolute go-to for an effortless night out.
Insider Intel
- Expect to pay $19–$26 for pizza, $25–$29 for pasta
- This place is always busy so book ahead if you want to eat in
- The housemade gluten free pizza bases are amazing
Lalla Rookh
77 St Georges Terrace, Perth WA 6000
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If you’re craving authentic Italian with a dose of elegance and a good splash of top-quality wine, head to Lalla Rookh—a super-sophisticated wine-store slash restaurant with sleek interiors and a drinks list longer than most young adult novels. Order a Tuscan wine from their enoteca and head to the eating room for a fresh modern Italian feast.
Insider intel
- Expect to pay $5–$16 for spuntino, $25–$30 for pizza, $12–$55 for small plates and $36–$130 for mains
- Their six-course Il Capo menu will leave you utterly sated
- Perfect for a post-work feed in the CBD
Il Lido
88 Marine Parade, Cottesloe WA 6011
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We couldn't possibly wrap up this list without slipping a mention of Il Lido in. The swoon-worthy seaside joint has long served up delectable Italian dishes. By day, you'll wanna grab a seat out on the checkered red and white tables and soak up the salty air. While nighttime dining is all about the family-style long tables.
Insider Intel
- Expect to pay $4–$27 for antipasti, $34–$39 for past and risotto, $39–$46 for mains and $15–$16 for sides
- The wine list is sensational
- Chef's iconic lasagne for two is a must if you happen to visit on a Sunday
Tommasinos
609 Beaufort St, Mount Lawley WA 6050
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This popular laneway joint is dishing up a little slice of Rome, right here in Perth. And when in Rome, make like the Romans…which in this case means it’s all about pinsa, not pizza. Pinsa dough is made a little differently and is way more digestible and has less carbs and fats than other pizza doughs you’ll find around town, so feel free to ditch any guilt.
Insider Intel
- Expect to pay $4–$28 for share plates, $16–$24 for pinsa, $20–$125 for pasta and $8–$14 for dessert
- They’re known for their cacio e pepe, whipped up in a giant cheese wheel and served right at your table
- Skip dessert and stroll down to one of the nearby gelato shops—Messina and Chicho are both just down the road
Pizzaca Pizzeria And Bar
2/168 Scarborough Beach Rd, Scarborough WA 6019
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Opening up a few doors down from the family's much-loved pizza cafe, Pizzaca Pizzeria & Bar is their first foray into licensed dining and we reckon they're onto a winner. For a blissful Italian experience, order a bottle of red and the cheesy artichoke gratinato with wood-fired bread followed by a coupla bowls of pasta.
Insider Intel
- Expect to pay $6.50–24 for starters, $15–$24 for salad, $27–$36.50 for pasta, $29–$36.50 for mains and $9–$33.50 for pizza
- Start with a limoncello spritz
- On Tuesday you can BYO wine
Perugino
77 Outram St, West Perth WA 6005
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Perugino has long been held as one of the best Italian restaurants in Perth. Head chef and owner Giuseppe Pagliaricci and his wife Rosalba provide an authentic and sophisticated Italian experience that has stood the test of time—serving up delectable Italian fare since 1986. The food is classic, with a modern twist and the wine list is extensive.
INSIDER INTEL
- Expect to pay $24–$29 for first courses, $33–$42 for second courses, $18 for sweets and $20 for cheeses
- The dessert trolley is legendary
- Go for a taste of old-school Italian hospitality
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