We all know and love it as one of Perth’s thriving beachy ‘burbs: it’s Scarborough, folks. Chilled out, boasting stunning beaches (like all our beaches, tbh), plus a growing list of places to eat and things to do that'll make you feel like you're on your very own coastal vacay.
So, what better way to make the most of the Scarbs vibes than by passing the morning (or afternoon) by sipping on a great coffee or munching on eggs benny?
Here are all the best cafes in Scarborough and Doubleview.
Knead Bread & Coffee
This family-run micro bakery is a local fave, and it doesn't take long to see why. Vegan cinny scrolls, insane focaccia, banging bagels and arguably the best sourdough around—the quality baked goods alone would place Knead Bread & Coffee firmly in our must-visit list, but it doesn't hurt that the coffee is damn good as well with good alternative milk options and batch brew too.
Harvest Boulangerie Patisserie
If you haven't tried a croissant from Harvest Boulangerie, listen up. All their pastries are meticulously prepared and baked fresh each day in true French patisserie fashion. They're the kind of treat you have to tell all your friends about, and clearly everyone has because half of Perth seems to be lining up here each weekend.
Livid Skate Cafe
If you're chasing a good spot to haul up with the laptop and an iced latte, head to Livid. The cafe slash skate shop and gallery has a solid community around it and a legendary coffee crew to keep you fueled all day. When you get hungry, don't sleep on the vegan brekky wraps.
Little Sisto
The leafy little courtyard out the back of Little Sisto is hands down one of our fave spots for a brunch date with your mates. Go ahead and grab a smoothie bowl topped with all the things or the lip-smacking spicy scramble made with fresh chilli and spicy nduja, all washed down with an almond flat white—they make their own almond milk in-house so it's got a really beautiful nuttyness to it. If you are getting something to go, let it be one of their breakfast rolls.
The Dairy Window At The Corner Dairy
The Corner Dairy is known for its exceptional bar and bite offering, but did you know they also do coffee in the am? Yep, and as you'd expect from this clever crew it's every bit as good with cracking coffee and some seriously smashable baked goods and toasties. Just swing by The Dairy Window from 6am til 12pm and they'll sort you out.
Rise & Grind Espresso Bar
Rise & Grind Espresso Bar knows the secret to a good morning comes down to the quality of the coffee in hand, so rest assured they've got you covered here. All the tasty treaties in the cabinet—think: muffins, brownies and flakey croissants—and the smiley service only makes things better.
Folk & Merchant
This gorgeous Doubleview cafe and retail space will have you feeling like you’ve stepped foot in Byron Bay. Grab a seat at one of the cute timber tables outside and settle in for wholesome smoothie bowls or a hearty smashed avo then stick around for a yoga class and browse through the boho style store. You can't help but feel good here.
C-Breez Kiosk
We can't talk Scarbs cafes without giving a shoutout to the good old C-Breez Kiosk. This tried and true coffee spot is smack bang on the grass by the beach, so you really can't beat the location. Drop by after your morning beach walk for a coffee or a smoothie preferably paired with a classic bacon and egg roll.
Two Slices Sandwich Bar
This new-age sandwich bar has sent Perth into a bit of a spin, with people willing to waste away their weekend in the queue here. And look, we can see why. Fluffy focaccias, super fresh herbs (grown in-house), top tier continental meats and spreads a plenty—they make building your own special version of the perfect sanga easy. Oh and they've got coffee nailed too.
Drift Kitchen
While its boozy counterpart, SKØL, may have stolen a little of this spot’s thunder, Drift Kitchen still has to be one of our fave cafes in Scarborough. It's sportin' effortlessly cool coastal vibes, awesome coffee roasted fresh from Leftfield, and a food menu that's to die for.
Toastface Grillah
Your favourite, flavoursome toasties went coastal last year. That’s right, the legends at Toastface Grillah are serving awesome coffee and the tastiest toasties inside Scarborough's Indian Ocean Hotel. It’s the perfect pit stop to refuel after a dip in the sparkling water at Scarborough Beach. Dripping with cheesy goodness, you know this place never disappoints.
Monty’s Cafe
The friendly team at Monty's Cafe is serving delish healthy eats to cater to any and all dietary requirements. Whether you're vegan, vegetarian, paleo, gluten-free or just looking for a change, there’s something for everyone. For us, though, it’s the brioche French toast, nasi goreng or Thai chilli scramble that has us won.
General Public Food Co
General Public Food Co in Scarbs may be a hotspot for those scrumptious woodfired sourdough pizzas, but why stop there. Open for brekkie, lunch and dinner, there’s something for everyone here. Whipping up delicious coffees alongside takeaway pastries and other brunch goods from 6am, this spot won’t let you down. Pick up a sourdough cinny scroll for the trip home and thank us later.
Doric St Cafe + Kitchen
Another amazing cafe in Scarborough, Doric St Cafe + Kitchen is serving up some seriously impressive breakfasts that are pretty healthy to boot. Spicy chorizo eggs or pumpkin mash, or a super healthy smashed avo topped with a roasted mushies—how to choose? They also do a mean cup of joe.
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Image credit: Monty's