Food and Drink

From cheap and cheerful takeaway joints, teppanyaki bars and sushi trains to relaxed izakaya-style eateries and total omakase opulence, there’s some serious ground to cover when it comes to eating Japanese food 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. 

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.

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 buses, don't let that scare you off. There are some seriously exceptional dining experiences to be had!

While there's no question that pubs are for everyone, sometimes it can be a gamble to pick one that will suit when you have kids in tow. Between the party crowd, pokies and elevated pub grub that simple palates turn their nose up at, it's no mean feat.

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. 

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).

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. 

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!

When it comes to cuisines, Mexican is most definitely a crowd pleaser. It’s no surprise really, given that it’s fast, fresh, and involves tequila. We can’t get enough of it (most likely, neither can you) so we’ve been busy hunting down the best Mexican restaurants in Perth—from casual family favourites to cool kid hangouts.

Today there are of course many incarnations of pizza across the world, Perth included. We are lucky to be able to get a taste of Italy or New York, and even have our very own modern Australian spin on pizza too. But out of all the pizza places in Perth, there’s a few standouts that make for essential eating. Here are the best pizza places in Perth.

High-altitude drinking is the best way to make the most of Perth's/Boorloo's non-stop sunshine this summer.

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.

It’s hard not to get carried away when talking about how much we love South Fremantle, but we’ll do our best. This easygoing seaside suburb is home to so many incredible bars and eateries that collectively serve up pretty much every cuisine and cocktail imaginable, making it the perfect destination for a day or night of restaurant and bar hopping. 

A stroll down Albany Highway in Victoria Park is like going into IKEA—dangerous but oh so good. Bursting with delish eats from all over the globe, it’s no secret that this ‘burb is an absolute foodie haven with endless cheap and cheery joints, top notch pubs and contemporary restaurants.

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.

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.

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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.

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.